Bloom is a vegan spot in Wicker Park from the team behind Amaru.

Defloured in Andersonville is a gluten-free bakery with plenty of vegan options too.

Bot Bakery is a vegan and gluten-free bakery that we’re big fans of. Make sure to try the cinnamon buns.

Healthy Substance is a vegan Mexican Restaurant in Garfield Ridge, with great food.

Sweet Pepper is a counter service Venezuelan spot with great arepas and fried sweet plantains.

Au Cheval in the West Loop has our favorite Chicago burger, but that’s not the only great thing on the menu.

Arepa George is a Colombian restaurant in Humboldt Park with great arepas.

Bienmesabe is a casual BYOB Venezuelan restaurant focusing on arepas.

Althea is an upscale and creative vegan restaurant in Saks Fifth Avenue.

Huaraches Dona Chio is an excellent cash-only Mexican spot in Edgewater.

Gibsons is a classic Chicago steakhouse that deserves its reputation.

Do-Rite is a donut shop in Wrigleyville that also has fried chicken sandwiches.

Enoteca Roma is a small Italian restaurant in Wicker Park with great pastas and a huge back patio.

Tiztal Cafe is a breakfast place in Uptown that serves amazing chilaquiles.

Aba is a sceney restaurant in the West Loop serving tasty Mediterranean small plates.

Daisies in Logan Square serves excellent housemade pasta that will make you want to eat your vegetables.