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

Pequod’s is a fantastic deep-dish pizza place in Lincoln Park.

Momo World is a fantastic counter-service restaurant in University Village specializing in Nepali dumplings.

Lou Malnati’s is a classic Chicago deep-dish pizza spot, and the one we rely on.

A fish shack on the South Side that everyone should visit at least once. Calumet Fisheries is a true classic.

Any restaurant with the words “Pie” and “Biscuit” in its name is probably a place you want to go.

Funky, fresh, and delicious. Big & little's is one of the best and most interesting restaurants you can eat at.

Chicken Kalamata and crack fries is one of the best meals in town. Tina Fey agrees.

A rooster thunderdome full of hot dogs, Italian beefs, and chocolate cake shakes.

Lao Peng You is a busy BYOB spot in Ukrainian Village with great handmade noodles and dumplings.

Tempesta Market is a fantastic deli and sandwich shop in West Town.

Vito & Nicks is a Southside institution that has excellent tavern-style “cracker crust” pizza.

Burt’s Place is serving pan-style deep dish pizza in Morton Grove.

Baker Miller is a Lincoln Square bakery and cafe that mills their own flour. They make great savory and sweet items.

PQM is an excellent little cafe. We only wish it stayed open later.

Birrieria Zaragoza - goat taco capital of Chicago. Seriously, if you consider yourself a taco aficionado then you need to try this place.