More of Evanston's Standout Tables
A deeper pass through the restaurants keeping Evanston in the national dining conversation, from buzzy newcomers to long-game institutions.
Beit Shawarma
Evanston, Illinois
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in.
Taboun Grill
Evanston, Illinois
Israeli grill offering kebabs, falafel & other colorful Middle Eastern plates in a casual space.
Little Caesars Pizza
Evanston, Illinois
Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.
Spice Restaurant
Evanston, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Pinto Thai Evanston
Evanston, Illinois
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Cross-Rhodes Restaurant
Evanston, Illinois
Local staple serving gyros, pitas & other Greek grub in a tiny, no-frills space known for its fries.
The Little Island
Evanston, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility. Offerings.
Alan’s Falafel
Evanston, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Soul & Smoke Evanston
Evanston, Illinois
Identifies as Black-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services.
Union Squared Pizza - Detroit Style
Evanston, Illinois
Buzzy spot offering market-fresh small plates & wood-fired pizza served in an industrial-chic space.
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Evanston, Illinois
Family-owned local chain for Italian classics & Chicago-style, deep-dish pizzas with buttery crusts.
Sarpino's Pizzeria Evanston
Evanston, Illinois
Pizza & casual Italian food from a no-frills counter-service chain that also offers delivery.
Pita Inn
Evanston, Illinois
Local mainstay offering Mediterranean & Middle Eastern favorites in a basic, quick-serve setting.
Buffalo Joe's - Clark St.
Evanston, Illinois
Area chain outlet dishing Buffalo wings & cheeseburgers in a straightforward setting.
Mustard's Last Stand
Evanston, Illinois
No-frills, family-run fixture serving up Chicago-style dogs, burgers & sausage since 1969.
Jasper's Cafe
Evanston, Illinois
Cheerful eatery serving American grub from breakfast through lunch in an airy space with a patio.
IHOP
Evanston, Illinois
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Pit & Tap
Evanston, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Wild Pita Mediterranean Grill
Evanston, Illinois
Bright, casual storefront serving traditional Mediterranean dishes from kebabs to falafel & more.
Panino's Pizzeria - Evanston
Evanston, Illinois
Casual outpost of a small chain, serving pies & other Italian fare with lunch specials & a full bar.
Oceanique
Evanston, Illinois
Eco-friendly spot for fish & fowl plus acclaimed wines & a tasting menu in a sharp, modern space.
Akai Hana Restaurant
Evanston, Illinois
Strip-mall standby lures locals with sushi & Japanese eats in a space with murals of marine life.
The Hampton Social - Skokie
Evanston, Illinois
Breezy hangout serving seafood & beach-themed cocktails in stylish, nautical surroundings.
Bill's Drive-In
Evanston, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Ken's Diner & Grill
Evanston, Illinois
Longtime kosher eatery with '50s-era flair serves burgers, sandwiches & other American basics.