25 Essential North Chicago Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of North Chicago.
5 Points Restaurant
Illinois
Burgers, hot dogs, chicken meals & sides from a retro bare-bones counter-service spot.
Teresita Restaurant
Illinois
an everyday essential table known for disciplined mexican restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 83.8.
Arby's
Illinois
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
McDonald's
North Chicago, Illinois
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
North Chicago, Illinois
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.
Flanagan's Sports Bar & Restaurant
North Chicago, Illinois
Sprawling pub for sports, bar bites, sandwiches & steaks plus weekly karaoke & Navy gatherings.
Burger King
North Chicago, Illinois
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.
Rita's Bar & Grill
North Chicago, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
McDonald's
North Chicago, Illinois
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
McDonald's
North Chicago, Illinois
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Taco Bell
North Chicago, Illinois
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.
Speedy Taco (We Deliver)
North Chicago, Illinois
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Jerk N' More Too
North Chicago, Illinois
Identifies as Black-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch.
Mama Carmen Cocina
North Chicago, Illinois
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Wendy's
North Chicago, Illinois
Fast-food burger chain serving sides such as chili & baked potatoes.
Subway
North Chicago, Illinois
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
China Kitchen
North Chicago, Illinois
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot. Offerings.
Toby's Tavern
North Chicago, Illinois
Identifies as Black-owned. Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Bar games, Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee.
Hunan Sixth Happiness
North Chicago, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Jessie's Diner
North Chicago, Illinois
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Subway
North Chicago, Illinois
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Cellar 26
North Chicago, Illinois
Service options: Dine-in. Highlights: Great cocktails, Great wine list, Live music. Popular for: Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Cantina Restaurant
North Chicago, Illinois
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch.
Lola Adang's Kusina
North Chicago, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Taco Bell
North Chicago, Illinois
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.