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A deeper pass through the restaurants keeping Evanston in the national dining conversation, from buzzy newcomers to long-game institutions.

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#26
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Beit Shawarma

Evanston, Illinois

Mediterranean restaurant

Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in.

79.9
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#27
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Taboun Grill

Evanston, Illinois

Israeli restaurant

Israeli grill offering kebabs, falafel & other colorful Middle Eastern plates in a casual space.

79.7
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#28
Moody restaurant interior with polished service

Little Caesars Pizza

Evanston, Illinois

Pizza restaurant

Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

79.7
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#29
Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood

Spice Restaurant

Evanston, Illinois

Jamaican restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

79.5
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#30
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Pinto Thai Evanston

Evanston, Illinois

Thai restaurant

Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.

79.3
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#31
Refined sushi or chef counter interior

Cross-Rhodes Restaurant

Evanston, Illinois

Greek restaurant

Local staple serving gyros, pitas & other Greek grub in a tiny, no-frills space known for its fries.

78.8
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#32
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The Little Island

Evanston, Illinois

Fast food restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility. Offerings.

78.5
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#33
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Alan’s Falafel

Evanston, Illinois

Restaurant

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible seating.

78.4
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#34
Moody restaurant interior with polished service

Soul & Smoke Evanston

Evanston, Illinois

Barbecue restaurant

Identifies as Black-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services.

78.2
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#35
Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood

Union Squared Pizza - Detroit Style

Evanston, Illinois

Pizza restaurant

Buzzy spot offering market-fresh small plates & wood-fired pizza served in an industrial-chic space.

78.0
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#36
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

Evanston, Illinois

Pizza Takeout

Family-owned local chain for Italian classics & Chicago-style, deep-dish pizzas with buttery crusts.

77.7
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#37
Refined sushi or chef counter interior

Sarpino's Pizzeria Evanston

Evanston, Illinois

Pizza delivery

Pizza & casual Italian food from a no-frills counter-service chain that also offers delivery.

77.3
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#38
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Pita Inn

Evanston, Illinois

Mediterranean restaurant

Local mainstay offering Mediterranean & Middle Eastern favorites in a basic, quick-serve setting.

77.3
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#39
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Buffalo Joe's - Clark St.

Evanston, Illinois

Chicken wings restaurant

Area chain outlet dishing Buffalo wings & cheeseburgers in a straightforward setting.

77.2
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#40
Moody restaurant interior with polished service

Mustard's Last Stand

Evanston, Illinois

Hot dog stand

No-frills, family-run fixture serving up Chicago-style dogs, burgers & sausage since 1969.

76.9
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#41
Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood

Jasper's Cafe

Evanston, Illinois

Restaurant or cafe

Cheerful eatery serving American grub from breakfast through lunch in an airy space with a patio.

76.9
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#42
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IHOP

Evanston, Illinois

Breakfast restaurant

Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

76.8
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#43
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Pit & Tap

Evanston, Illinois

Barbecue restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.

76.6
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#44
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Wild Pita Mediterranean Grill

Evanston, Illinois

Restaurant

Bright, casual storefront serving traditional Mediterranean dishes from kebabs to falafel & more.

76.4
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#45
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Panino's Pizzeria - Evanston

Evanston, Illinois

Pizza restaurant

Casual outpost of a small chain, serving pies & other Italian fare with lunch specials & a full bar.

76.4
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#46
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Oceanique

Evanston, Illinois

Seafood restaurant

Eco-friendly spot for fish & fowl plus acclaimed wines & a tasting menu in a sharp, modern space.

76.2
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#47
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Akai Hana Restaurant

Evanston, Illinois

Japanese restaurant

Strip-mall standby lures locals with sushi & Japanese eats in a space with murals of marine life.

75.8
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#48
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The Hampton Social - Skokie

Evanston, Illinois

American restaurant

Breezy hangout serving seafood & beach-themed cocktails in stylish, nautical surroundings.

75.6
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#49
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Bill's Drive-In

Evanston, Illinois

Hamburger restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

75.6
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#50
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Ken's Diner & Grill

Evanston, Illinois

Diner

Longtime kosher eatery with '50s-era flair serves burgers, sandwiches & other American basics.

75.5
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