Best Food Destinations In Chicago Locals Love
Chicago is filled with an eclectic array of different food options because of the melting pot of different cultures throughout the city. Whether you're in Chinatown, Little Italy or Ukrainian Village, there seems to be a restaurant to feature any type of cuisine you might be craving. However, there are some restaurants that stand out from the pack as spots that locals favor. Take advantage of the many different hotspots throughout the city and try something more than just Chicago-style hotdogs or deep-dish pizza.
bopNgrill
6604 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 654-3224
www.bngrill.com
Food fusion has been a hugely popular trend in recent years and is something that bopNgrill takes full advantage of. Mixing classic American food with traditional Korean cuisine, the dishes at bopNgrill are completely unique. Whether you're ordering the kimchi fries or one of the signature burgers, it's not just locals that come flocking to bopNgrill. Check out the spot that has been highlighted by TimeOut Chicago and Food Network alike and you might just find your next favorite hangout.
Woori Village
8526 W. Golf Road
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 966-8990
www.facebook.com/WooriVillage
Located close to the Glenview area, where there is a large Asian community, locals love this traditional Korean restaurant. Tables are equipped with individual fire pits for Korean barbecue at its finest. Patrons love the all-you-can-eat menu options for unending platters of meat to cook on the grill. However, for those looking for a less interactive method of eating, there are also pre-cooked dishes served to perfection.
Heaven On Seven
111 N. Wabash – 7th Floor
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 263-6443
www.heavenonseven.com
Chef and owner Jimmy Bannos sought to bring traditional Cajun cooking to Chicago to give the experience of real Louisiana cuisine. The result was a hugely popular restaurant that was able to expand to three separate locations in and around the Chicago area. Breakfast and lunch menus are available Monday through Saturday, while the dinner menu is only available the third Friday of each month starting at 5:30 p.m. This is a great option for those looking for something more than just pizza in Chicago, with favorites like gumbo and jambalaya.
Reza's Restaurant
5255 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 561-1898
www.rezasrestaurant.com
Reza's offers Middle Eastern cuisine with traditional Mediterranean and Persian dishes. The brunch menu features everything from filet mignon kabobs to made-to-order omelets while the lunch buffet options throughout the week offer a Mediterranean feast with three kinds of rice, kabobs and much more. Reza's offers online ordering, catering, rentals and even a banquet hall to host your next special event. If you're looking for more than just hummus, you have definitely come to the right place.
Brazzaz Brazilian Steakhouse
539 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 595-9000
www.brazzaz.com
While there are some hole-in-the-wall restaurants around the Chicago area that offer some great dishes, Brazzaz definitely offers cuisine that's worth all the hype. The dining style features a gourmet salad and sides bar with over 60 different items to choose from, but the main attraction is the 16 different cuts of meats served right at your table. Simply flip over your table disc to keep the meat coming and flip the disc back over to signal you're enjoying your meal. Make sure to save room for dessert and make your dining experience complete.
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Sara Lugardo is a professional writer out of Chicago, Illinois. She has a Bachelor's in Communication and is currently working on her Master's. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.
