More of Illinois's Standout Tables

Pasta, steaks & seafood served in a sleek, group-friendly eatery backed by Giuliana & Bill Rancic.

Perennial, low-key parlor making specialty pizza along with unpretentious Italian & American dishes.

Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.

Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Offerings: Comfort food.

Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Bar games, Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Sports. Popular for: Lunch.

Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.

Unpretentious BYO restaurant serving American chow in a casual space.

Stylish modern steakhouse with a patio overlooking the river & iPad wine list.

Stephanie Izard's diner serving a huge menu of creative, gourmet takes on comfort food classics.

Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection.

Middle Eastern cooking with halal ingredients & many vegetarian options, served in relaxed digs.

Eastern European venue offering sandwiches & homestyle sides along with deli items & pantry staples.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great dessert.

Modern counter spot supplying Middle Eastern falafel & shawarma bowls and wraps, plus dips & sides.

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

Known for deep-dish pizza, this casual chain serves other classic Italian food, plus beer & wine.

Fast-food chain doling out baked pastas, subs, pizza & other casual Italian fare plus custom combos.

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

Stylish local chain where chefs prepare customized stir-fry dishes & soups in front of diners.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.

Steaks & basic Italian dishes in an old-fashioned setting filled with lots of sports memorabilia.

Counter-serve chain for sub sandwiches (including corned beef & roast beef), plus salads & soups.

Stylish, health-minded self-serve for customized rice bowls inspired by the Korean dish bibimbap.

Casual counter-serve spot for Nashville-style fried chicken, Southern sides, pies & sodas.