More of Illinois's Standout Tables

Low-key outpost serving homemade deli style food & American pub grub plus cocktails, beer & wine.

Chain with a British pub feel serving beers on tap & classic fare, such as fish ’n’ chips.

Well-known hot dog joint established in 1967, also serving eats including burgers, salads & fries.

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

Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

Cheery counter-serve branch doling out rice & noodle bowls with Asian-style proteins & veggies.

Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

Industrial-chic steakhouse offering an extensive menu of specialty steaks, plus seafood.

Casual, contemporary eatery serving Korean & Korean-fusion dishes, plus beer & wine.

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

Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.

Laid-back offshoot of a food truck serving fried chicken & other Southern comfort fare.

Classic Mexican fare & drinks served in a casual, colorful strip-mall storefront with TVs.

Popular outfit serving Thai & Chinese cuisine in a basic setting with comfy booths & Asian accents.

Minimalist Japanese restaurant offering a large menu of sushi & maki, plus Pan-Asian options.

Health-minded local chain for smoothies, salads, burritos & more in an upscale fast-food format.

Comfy American eatery offering hearty breakfast & lunch fare with housemade soups & desserts.

Imaginative, market-fresh takes on regional Mexican favorites dished up in a rustic, minimal space.

Chain with a British pub feel serving beers on tap & classic fare, such as fish ’n’ chips.

Popular choice with a hip vibe for specialty whiskey cocktails, charcuterie & American bistro fare.

Refined cuisine with a selection of beers, wine, and cocktails in a lively space with Millennium Park views.

Old-school American diner serving chili, burgers & fried chicken & more along historic Route 66.

A shopping-plaza option for traditional Indian dishes that also offers a lunch buffet & a full bar.

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

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