The Magna Carta Holy Grail of the brunch scene. Get involved.

Dove’s serves Southern-inspired Mexican food in an old luncheonette. Jam out to some Chicago soul music too.

The Publican is a Medieval styled mecca of all things beer, pork, and oysters. If that’s not appealing, you can’t sit with us.

Beatrix is a casual and versatile restaurant in River North.

Bill and Giuliana Rancic force us to like them with excellent Italian food in a trendy setting.

Lula Cafe is a Logan Square staple that’s Perfect For a lot of occasions.

The Chicago Diner is vegan and vegetarian restaurant that even meat eaters might like.

Cellar Door Provisions is an excellent cafe and restaurant in Logan Square that’s useful for a lot of situations.

Duck Duck Goat is a high-end Chinese restaurants that’s always fun with excellent and interesting food.

Pasta Palazzo is a casual Italian restaurant in Lincoln Park good for an easy and cheap meal.

Demera in Uptown is one of the best and only ways to experience Ethiopian food in town. Go with a group and try a few different things.

Beatnik is a restaurant and cocktail lounge in West Town serving average food in a beautiful environment.

The Spice Room is an excellent BYOB Indian restaurant in Logan Square.

Union Full Board is a restaurant in Wrigleyville with very good Detroit-style pizza.

Immm Rice & Beyond is a great BYOB Thai restaurant in Uptown.

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