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Unless stated, all restaurants accept credit cards, recommend reservations, and are open for lunch and dinner.
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Arun’s Distinct
from other Thai restaurants in the city, Arun’s serves a gourmet
version of the spice-and-vegetable driven Asian fare with high quality
ingredients and careful presentation. Multi-course fixed-price menus
change nightly, and dietary restrictions can be taken into consideration
with advance notice. The quiet Thai art-trimmed rooms are conducive to
conversation. 4156 N. Kedzie Ave. 1 773 539 1909 Closed Mon, lunch
Pho Xe Tang-Tank This
popular destination in Little Vietnam features several big, round
tables for sociable, easy sharing of meals. A vast menu includes
traditional dishes such as Bahn Xeo (Vietnamese crispy pancakes) and Pho
(noodle soup garnished with heaps of fresh cilantro and basil, with
oxtail as an optional extra). Bring your own alcohol. 4953 N. Broadway 1 773 878 2253 Closed Wed
Phoenix Superior
Chinese dim sum, served with a panoramic view of downtown Chicago,
garner out-the-door lines for this Chinatown gem. Dishes emerging from
the kitchen are quickly snatched by waiting diners, leading many to ask
for a table near it. 2131 S. Archer Ave. 312 328 0848
Dim Sum at Phoenix
Mirai Sushi This
hip, two-story eaterie carves some of the city’s best Japanese sushi.
Options include the usual suspects such as tuna and salmon but for the
most creative fare sit at the sushi bar, make a special request, and put
yourself in the chef’s hands. An upstairs lounge serves up sake
martinis. 2020 W. Division St. 1 773 862 8500 Closed Sun, lunch
Sushi Bar at Mirai
Ixcapuzalco This off-the-beaten path, regional Mexican specialist is operated by a protégé of Rick Bayless of Frontera Grill fame. Foodies head here for the outstanding mole sauces from Oaxaca, which change daily, and top fish, pork, chicken, or beef. 2919 N. Milwaukee Ave. 1 773 486 7340 Closed Tue
Tiffin Locals debate which Indian restaurant along the eatery-and-sari-shop-lined Devon Avenue
qualifies as the best. Among them, Tiffin impresses with tender
tandoori oven specialties and subtly spiced lentils. More upscale than
most of its neighboring competitors, it generates a warm welcome via the
enthusiasm of its staff. 2536 W. Devon Ave. 1 773 338 2143
Tiffin
Ann Sather Locals
line up on Sunday mornings at the original Belmont Avenue Ann Sather
for plates of oversized, sticky cinnamon rolls. But the Swedish diner
makes a more ethnic appeal at lunch and dinner with limpa (Swedish rye bread), zesty duck with lingonberries, and hearty Swedish meatballs .
Ann Sather
Marigold This
Indian restaurant has a modern vibe and the menu reflects multiple
regions of India, with vegetarian, seafood and meaty options such as samosas, South Indian seafood curry, coriander-crusted halibut with pakora-style vegetables, and lamb shank vindaloo. Knowledgeable waiters are on-hand to help curry-challenged diners navigate the menu. 4832 N. Broadway 773 293 4653 Dinner only, closed Mon
Red Apple In
the heart of Polish Avondale, Red Apple offers budget priced,
all-you-can-eat buffets, including dessert and coffee. The diner draws a
cross-section of immigrants, artists, students, and the just plain
thrifty for authentic dishes such as pierogi, borscht, goulash, and stuffed cabbage. 3121 N. Milwaukee Ave. 1 773 588 5781
Fogo de Chao The Sao Paulo owned Fogo de Chao specializes in the all-you-can-eat churrascaria
tradition of Brazilian barbecue. At your table costumed “gauchos” will
carve 15 different cuts of skewer-roasted meats, including filet,
rumpsteak, leg of lamb, and pork loin. You can use a plate-side
indicator to signal for more or “basta.” A lavish salad bar begins every
meal. 661 N. LaSalle St. 312 932 9330 Closed Sat & Sun lunch
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