#1

The Chicago Diner American, Vegan, Diner, Vegetarian 3411 N Halsted St, Chicago (773) 935-6696  This has to be one of the best retaurants for vegans in America if not the world. The second time I went there I skipped all first and second courses and just went straight for the pudding! There are just so many desserts and they are incredible. ...

#2

Pizzeria Due American Traditional, Pizzeria 619 N Wabash Ave, Chicago (312) 943-2400  I enjoyed the old town feel of this restaurant. The closeness of the tables made it a little cramped, but that ended up adding to the restaurant's charm. The pizza was like none I had ever experienced. It was almost drowning in tomato juices from ...

#3

Scoozi Italian, Northern Italian 410 W Huron St, Chicago (312) 943-5900  Being from a small town in Ohio I came to Chicago with great expectations of a world-renowned city. Scoozi! was my favorite dining experience in the 3 months I was in the city. All the way from a comfortable, romantic setting to superb service and ho...

#4	Pizzeria Uno Pizzeria 29 E Ohio St, Chicago (312) 321-1000  The Pizza is excellant if you've had Lou Malnotti's pizza you will close your eyes and know the chef works at both places. They are identical in the deep dish pizza dept. Wonderful fabulous pizza the best in the world.

#5	Russian Tea Time Russian, Coffee Shop, Catering 77 E Adams St, Chicago (312) 360-0000  Had a really an exceptional experience with my husband last week. He is a vegetarian and he was in HEAVEN. My favorite was their sturgeon, carrot salad and strudel. Incredibly cordial service. Will be back!

#6

Chicago Pizza & Oven Grndr Co Pizzeria 2121 N Clark St, Chicago (847) 248-2570  When visitor come from out of town, I tell them this is truly the best pizza in Chicago. It's probably what I miss most about living in Lincoln Park. The poppy seed salad dressing is worth buying for home use. Salads serve 4--not one. Just be pre...