Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 3501 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60609

Ace Bakery

Ace Bakery has been baking custom-made cakes for four generations. Today, the bakery serves over 25,000 party cakes a year.

La Justicia

Serving traditional authentic Mexican dishes from breakfast to dinner and Weekend specials with some of the best Margarita's around! Enjoy this casual family dining atmosphere.

Polo Cafe & Catering Bridgeport USA

Welcome to Polo Cafe! A hidden neighborhood gem in the Bridgeport neighborhood. Just minutes south of loop Polo Cafe has tremendous gourmet food at an affordable price in a fun neighborhood setting.

La Fontanella

Welcome to La Fontanella Ristorante! Our journey began in 2000 when chef and owner Sal Stillo turned his dreams of owning a restaurant into reality. He came to America at 8 years old with hopes of living the “American dream”. Sal was born in Sant’Andrea, Calabria and has had a passion for the culinary art since a young boy.

Bruna's Ristorante

Bruna's has served great Italian meals since 1933. At the turn of the century, emigrants from the region of Tuscany took over this area. Luciano Silvestri, the owner of Bruna's, is from this region of Italy. He proudly displays posters and pictures of Siena.

Three Happiness - Halsted

This big, noisy eatery, sometimes called "new" Three Happiness to distinguish it from the smaller, unrelated restaurant with the same name across the street, is popular for its dim sum brunch service, offered from traditional carts.

El Milagro Store and Taqueria - Pilsen

El Milagro's tacos, burritos and more are all made on their own fresh tortillas, which start with whole corn, stone-ground at the factory.

Antique Taco - Bridgeport

One of the most famous contemporary taquerias in Chicago, Antique Taco, just expanded with a new location in Bridgeport. Unlike the original, this one sports a massive outdoor dining area that's sure to be a big hit for al fresco taco-lovers.

Pizza Fried Chicken Ice Cream

Guess what three items are served at Bridgeport’s Pizza Fried Chicken Ice Cream? That’s right, it’s those three things – pizza, fried chicken and ice cream – and very good versions of each, but if you’re looking for health food, this is the wrong place to be looking; if you’re looking for delicious food, done right, you’ve found it at Pizza Fried Chicken Ice Cream.

Bridgeport Bakery

Americana bakery in Bridgeport.

Kimski

Maria's Packaged Goods & Community Bar used to run a Monday night special for its patrons during the Summer months. This Ko Po BBQ (Korean Polish Barbecue) centered around the perfect marriage of Polish sausages and krautchi (kimchi+sauerkraut).

Fig Catering

Small event catering services for groups from 2-150, in your home, a recommended venue or their Pilsen headquarters, plus cooking classes and special events.

Pl-zen

Former Kuma's Corner chef Albert Benitez is behind the menu at this offbeat American eatery in Pilsen. Burgers, of course, are one of the highlights with such offerings as an eight-ounce, grass-fed beef burger with grilled pineapple; lamb with mint and fresh oregano; and crab with sweet corn citrus relish.

La Chaparrita Taqueria #1

Chicago is full of unassuming little eateries like La Chaparrita, unpretentious taquerias attached to grocery stores. This Mexico City-inspired one is based in Little Village, and it's been a staple in the neighborhood for more than six years.

Mi Tierra

Welcome to Mi Tierra Restaurant. Since 1983 we serve the Chicago community with the best of the Mexican cuisine .Mi Tierra brings together flavors, spaces and music wrapped in magic and culture with the warmth of our people, make visiting this restaurant a unique experience.

El Milagro Store & Taqueria - Little Village

El Milagro's tacos, burritos and more are all made on their own fresh tortillas, which start with whole corn, stone-ground at the factory. This taqueria is housed at the tortilla factory and store in Little Village.

Maria's Packaged Goods & Community Bar

This is a legit hipster lounge and eatery in the heart of Bridgeport.

Tom Tom Tamale & Bakery Co.

Established in 1937, Tom Tom is the oldest of the manufacturers of the Chicago-style cornmeal tamale, as sold at hot dog stands around the city. This factory store sells the signature ground-beef-filled tamales, hot dogs and Polish sausages, mainly for wholesale, but the public is welcome.

Il Vicinato Ristorante

The Il Vincinato Located in Pilsen, one of the oldest Italian restaurants on Chicago’s lower west side. IL Vicinato is immersed in the Heart of Chicago’s Little Italy Neighborhood. This authentic piece of Italy is a hidden gem that has passionately created dishes from old world recipes for 42 years.

Bacchanalia

Welcome to Bacchanalia Italian Restaurant in Chicago! Located just minutes away from downtown Chicago, experience authentic Italian Cuisine. Named after the Roman God Bacchus, Bacchanalia has been a well-known Chicago Institution for over 37 years.

Buffalo Wings & Rings

We’re not a wing joint or a wing bar or a wing hangout. We take our wings seriously. It’s surprising how many people don’t know what really great wings taste like. That's why we’ve made Buffalo Wings & Rings the kind of inviting place where friends and family like to get together, watch a game and share stories over the best wings and rings anywhere.

Zaytune Mediterranean Grill

Allen Brothers

Allen Brothers has supplied prime beef to the top steakhouses in America for generations. Home cooks can order the same quality meat through the company's catalog.

Shinnick’s Pub

Nana

Nana’s menu features local, organic, sustainable and seasonal products. We offer a selection of housemade items, and source exceptional ingredients from over 30 local farms, orchards, artisan craftsmen and other suppliers who have the same passion for high-quality food as we do. Please see www.nanaorganic.com for a complete list of our farmers and partners.

Mitchell's Tap

Sox fans get an ever-changing beer menu and live nightly music.

The Duck Inn

Former Four Seasons Chicago Executive Chef Kevin Hickey left his post of almost 20 years to join forces with Rockit Ranch Productions (Rockit Bar & Grill, Sunda, Underground) to open two chef-focused projects. Bottlefork is his effort in River North, and The Duck Inn is Hickey's tribute to his old stomping grounds of Bridgeport.

Lacoco's Pizza & Pasta

We pride ourselves on providing you with the best possible dining experience with an unmatched committment to customer service. Whether you plan on stopping by to dine in our restaurant, take a carry-out to go, plan a party, cater an event or need to unwind with a night out at our bar, there's something for everyone to enjoy! Please select from the options below to get started.

Nicky's Carry Outs

One of many unrelated Nicky's on the Southwest Side, this one serves the typical big baby double cheeseburger as well as Red Hot Chicago dogs, gyros, house-made soups and a few oddities like a "country farm" steak sandwich and veal parmesan.