Top 10 Places to Eat
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1. Phoenix
Phoenix attracts dim sum diners from near and far. Go early on weekends or prepare for long waits.
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2. Opera
Trendsetter Opera serves contemporized Chinese food in a former 1930s warehouse. Don’t miss the five-spice squid and slow-braised pork.
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3. Gioco
Rustic Italian food is the draw at this stylish restaurant and onetime speakeasy.
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4. Lao Szechuan
Located in the Chinatown Square shopping mall, this simple eaterie serves authentic Chinese Szechuan cuisine.
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5. Chez Joel
A quaint French bistro in the heart of Little Italy charms fans with its sunny decor and fine classics like steak au poivre.
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6. Pompei Bakery
A top Little Italy lunch pick, Pompeii showcases a dozen varieties of square, by-the-slice pizzas. Hot sandwiches and stuffed pastas round out the offerings.
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7. Francesca’s on Taylor
The Little Italy branch of Wrigleyville’s Mia Francesca offers generous portions of refined Italian cuisine at reasonable prices.
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8. Rosebud Cafe
Its Italian cooking isn’t daring but Rosebud’s convivial vibe is hard to resist. Long waits for tables are common.
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9. Chicago Firehouse
The menu at this former fire station is best at its most basic, including burgers and sandwiches.
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10. Penang
Chicago’s only Malaysian restaurant. Ask your server to recommend the best dishes on the menu.
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