5 to Try: Hidden Gems in Chicago
By Citysearch Editors, Restaurants Editor
Can you keep a secret? These five great Chicago restaurants are some of the best hidden gems in town.
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Gulliver's Pizzeria & Restaurant
2727 W Howard St, Chicago, IL
Top-notch deep dish in a charming, old-school pizzeria setting. -
Half Shell, Inc
676 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL
This Diversey dive may not look like much, but it serves some of the best--and cheapest--crab legs in town. -
John's Place
1202 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL
Mellow, yellow neighborhood place that packs in Lincoln Parkers for comfort food. -
The Stained Glass
1735 Benson Ave, Evanston, IL
Warm, contemporary Evanston wine bar scores with a sophisticated menu and upscale ambience. -
MacArthur's
5412 W Madison St, Chicago, IL
Generous portions of soul food at a nice price make this cafeteria a West Side favorite.
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Jimmy's Red Hots
4000 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
Far westside favorite serves up cheap hot dogs in modest surroundings. -
R.J. Grunts
2056 N Lincoln Park W, Chicago, IL
Great salads and burgers, friendly service and a prime view of Lincoln Park make this a local favorite for laid-back dining.
