Evanston Restaurants

Romantic

1. Jilly's Cafe

major props to jilly's cafe.  came in on a sat evening with not only my family, but my brothers gf's family to celebrate their graduation.  so not…

2. Leonardo's…

Neighborhood: Edgewater

Leonardos seems to be the red headed step child of the Andersonville area Italian restaurants. Yes, it is north of the main stomping grounds which may…

3. Calo Ristorante

Neighborhood: Edgewater

Wow.  What a disappointment.  I went with two friends due to Calo's $10 rib dinner special.  And while I can't say my $10 were wasted, I did have a…

4. Campagnola

I just cannot say enough about Campagnola.  The food is so good!!  If you live in the city, it is absolutely worth the trip up to Evanston.    Cozy,…

5. Edgewater Beach Cafe

Neighborhood: Edgewater

Just like high school students at a fancy restaurant the first time, we felt sophisticated.  My friend and I try new places once a month and we…

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Wine Selection

1. Va Pensiero

Tucked underneath the Margarita European Inn is Va Pensiero.  The moment you enter, you can tell this is a special, upscale establishment.  The maître…

2. The Stained Glass

I've actually only been here once, but it was SO good and I enjoyed it SO much that I keep trying to convince people that we should go.   My husband…

3. Broadway Cellars

Neighborhood: Edgewater

Nothing cures a hangover like bottomless mimosas. either that or I just got drunk again and assumed I was just feeling better. Vicious cycle :)  …

4. The Cellar

Yes! I love it! So happy this place is in Evanston now.   The Cellar is the sister restaurant of Stained Glass. They share the same kitchen and I…

5. Castle Food & Liquor

Neighborhood: Edgewater

Solid neighborhood liquor store.   Decent selection of beer, wine, and liquor, as well as snack foods and basic necessities. Cheap? Nah. Expensive?…

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