Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near Stella's Diner restaurant

Chilam Balam Cocina Mexicana

Opened in August 2009, this cozy restaurant concentrates on Mexican small plates and seasonal entrees made from sustainable ingredients. Look for dishes like roasted leg of lamb in a rustic sauce of mulato chiles, bitter chocolate and sesame seeds, and grilled, herb-marinated whole game hen with charred tomato molcajete salsa, blackened knob onions and pot beans.

TimeLine Theatre Company

TimeLine Theatre Company presents stories inspired by history that connect with today’s social and political issues. Our collaborative artistic team produces provocative theatre and educational programs that engage, entertain and enlighten.

Jake's Pub

Local fixture since 1933, this cash-only bar offers a huge beer selection, free popcorn & a jukebox.

Fancy Plants Cafe

Fancy Plants Café is living proof that vegetarian restaurants have come a long way in the past few years; from drab restaurants serving brown rice with everything, they’ve become worthy destinations, offering finessed, finely tuned veg-forward offerings, many times with a fine-dining attention to detail.

Bagel Restaurant & Deli - Chicago

Jewish deli/diner with an extensive menu that includes faves like bagels, blintzes & matzo balls.

Soupbox / Icebox - Lakeview

Small storefront with few tables offering a rotating selection of a dozen homemade soups every day.

Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea - Broadway

Doug Zell and his wife, Emily Mange, started Intelligentsia Coffee at this site in 1995, originally roasting and serving coffee on the premises. Today, the carefully selected Direct Trade coffee, widely regarded as the best of the local brews, is roasted in the company's vintage German roasters at their works in the Fulton Market district and delivered fresh daily.

DryHop Brewers

DryHop Brewers is a brewery and eatery in Lakeview East with a special knack for hop-centric brews and beer-friendly American cuisine.

Stella's Diner

Family-owned American diner with breakfast fare, milkshakes and more.

Duke of Perth

Established in 1989, the duke brings the true essence of pub culture to chicago. Within it's cozy confines you will find the city's largest collection of single malt whiskeys and some of the finest beers in the world, accompanied by good old-fashioned comfort food. Be sure to try our fish and chips--they are the best you'll find the side of the Atlantic!

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El Nuevo Mexicano

El Nuevo Mexicano is Chicago’s spot to find a mix of traditional and creative Mexican dishes. We offer authentic options such as homemade Poblano Mole Enchiladas, Chipotle Carnitas, and Carne Sada en Salsa Molcajete.

Maison Marcel

Maison Marcel is a French bakery located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, offering a healthy menu with the freshest ingredients, in addition to the signature artisanal pastries by our Maître Boulanger from France.

Crisp

Counter-service Korean restaurant specializing in fried chicken. Also serving burritos, steak and vegetable bowls, kimchee and much more (delivery available).

Binny's Beverage Depot - Lakeview

Binny's superstores offer a huge selection of fine wines, premium spirits, imported and domestic beers, cigars and gift items. This location also offers gourmet groceries and cheeses, a walk-in humidor, a wine cellar and storage services.

Nancy's Pizza

Chicago-style stuffed-crust pizza is the draw at this chain also offering thin-crust pies & pastas.

Wilde Bar & Restaurant

Literary-themed upscale Irish pub with leather banquettes, extensive beer list & American bar fare.

Flub a Dub Chub's Hot Dog Emporium

Named for their signature "Chubby" 1/4-pound wieners, Flub a Dub Chub's gets quite a bit of attention for burgers, as well.

Avenue Tavern

Salads, burgers & other pub grub in a space with TVs often playing Michigan sports events.

The Clark Street Dog

Since 1977, the Velliotis family has been serving the Chicagoland area delicious Chicago-style food and drink. The restaurant has become known for Vienna Beef hot dogs including the signature Clark Street Dog, a play on the Chicago Dog with mustard, onion, relish, tomato, pickle, and sport peppers.

Cesar's Restaurant - Broadway

Spacious, family-owned Mexican bar & grill with classic dishes, margaritas & a festive atmosphere.

Ceres' Table

Giuseppe Scurato moves his authentic Italian-focused eatery to Lakeview from Uptown.

Soupbox - River North

Choose from a dozen daily soups, such as beef stew, lobster bisque and New England clam chowder, as well as salads like Caesar, apple berry and Greek, and, in summer, gelato. Check the website for the day's offerings.