The 1800 Club, located just north of Clark on Sherman Ave. offers a wide variety of dishes, ranging from an all-American hot poorboy sub to a Thai chicken salad (both of which are most enjoyable). The food is reasonably priced, and the service is usually quite good. There is smoking available at the bar and at a few tables towards the entrance of the restaurant, but most the sit-down tables are non-smoking.
The Annam Cafe is a nice Vietnamese restaurant, serving up some of the best fried rice. It has interesting and welcoming decor, and, more often than not, there are at least two toddlers giggling their ways through the restaurant. The service is good, and the servers (to my best guessing abilities) are all Vietnamese. Definitely a good place to go if you're looking for some oriental grub.
Arigato, Arigato! No, really! Thank you Arigato. It's cozy, has some great sushi and sashimi, good sake (Japanese rice wine), and has an authentic feel to it. The service is relatively fast, and always considerate. Their food, appetizers, drinks, entrees, sushi, sashimi and desserts are all good, and all reasonably priced. I myself am a huge fan of their gomaae, array of fresh fish (including fresh sea urchin, which is pretty hard to find, at least safely or affordably, in this region) and various other delights. So come on over and check it out!
Au Rendez-Vous - Not visited at this point.
Bagel Art specializes in, as one might expect, bagels; but I must say- these bagels are fantastic. They offer plain bagels or, for the more adventurous muncher, perhaps one of their sumptuous bagel sandwiches would do the trick. They pile the ingredients sky high, and if that isn't enough food to keep you sated, they also have some potato chips and a good selection of juices, etc. If you want a sandwich that won't leave you feeling hungry, I'd go for the Medieval (a type of bagel sandwich that they specialize in).
Bar Louie is a good bar with good eats, such as their chicken fingers and their salads. They offer signature sandwiches and drinks, such as the Luigi sandwich and a relatively long list of signature martinis (I'd recommend the cosmopolitan). All in all, a good place to eat, especially in the summer, when they have an outdoor patio.
Bill's Drive In is exactly the place to go if you want a damn good hot dog. The general atmosphere isn't what I would call grandiose, but if all you're lookin' for is some greasy grub to chow down on, then you've hit the jackpot. In other words, it's not the kind of place you would want to go for a four-star meal, but it's quick, tasty and usually just what the doctor ordered.
Blind Faith Cafe has two parts to it, the bakery and the actual restaurant. They offer take-out and dine in, and have exceptionally healthy and delicious foods to choose from. The prices can get a bit high, but the ingredients are fresh, the service is friendly and the food is worth every penny. The kamuche is exquisite, as are their salads, veagan desserts and their assortment of non-junk food drinks (i.e. no pop, but tasty none-the-less)
Blue Sapphire, a relatively casual but upscale Thai restaurant is definitely a find. Their appetizers are fabulous, among them their spring rolls, crab rangoon and chicken satay are absolutely wonderful. They have a pretty typical entrée menu; their pad thai is fantastic, and their pad se ewe is also phenomenal. Essentially, if you’re looking for good Thai food, reasonable prices but not much expansion on popular dishes, then Blue Sapphire is a perfect stop off for dinner.
Bluestone is an upscale, American restaurant serving up good food, but unfortunately for not-so-reasonable prices. Everything does taste good, but they have done little to expand upon everyday dishes, such as chicken pot pie or burgers. The ambiance is nice, although it is a tad loud if you want a romantic dinner, and they offer a wide variety of bottled beers, though their beer on tap is limited.
Buffalo Joe's is some seriously perfect junk food. Every time I go there, I get the double order spicy wings (they serve buffalo wings in three different sauces: mild, spicy and suicide), cheese fries, and an extra-large drink. They also have burgers and regular waffle fries and all that goodness, but with a name like Buffalo Joe's, I'm sticking to the wings.
Cafe Express at 615 Dempster is worth a visit. The people behind the counter and the patrons are friendly and hospitable, and the coffee is just too good to pass up. Both smoking and non-smoking available, it's a wonderful place to go to meet a new person or just stop in for a cup of joe. Also, their spinach pies are fantastic and their assorted pastries are tasty as well.
Cafe Express at 500 main I'm afraid leaves a bit to be desired. The people working seem at times to not enjoy it there, and the general atmosphere is not all that welcoming. Cafe express North and South are no longer affiliated, so they are very different establishments (personally, I would recommend Cafe Express North).
Carmen's is both a wonderful family restaurant and a great place to go with friends. The service is usually prompt and courteous (although the wait for their stuffed pizza, which is phenomenal, is about 45 minutes), and there is a bar and a party room upstairs. The restaurant is non smoking, but you can smoke at the bar. Generally, they have good food and great pizza.
The Central Restaurant - Not visited at this point.
Chef’s Station - Not visited at this point.
Chipotle, while usually very busy, is not what I would call a fantastic Mexican restaurant. In fact, I would even call it mediocre. The food is generally shoddy (steak cubes perfectly uniform in shape, size and color....) and it has about as much ambiance as McDonald’s. In other words, if you're hungry and don't want to end up paying tons of money go for it, but I wouldn't recommend it. One thing I will say though, their chicken fajita burrito is more than decent.
The Chicken Shack, while it may not look like much, has about the best fried chicken in these parts. The best there, in my opinion, is the chicken bit dinner. Its all-white meat chunks of chicken deep fried, served on top of fries, a slice of wonder bread and all smothered in barbeque sauce. If Jake Blues might've happened upon Evanston and found himself in the Chicken Shack, he would definitely order his regular, "I want four fried chickens, and a coke!"
Clarke's is the kind of restaurant that you're just glad is there. With it's late hours and friendly atmosphere, eating at Clarke's is always a treat. They have mostly American food, although they do have some bits and pieces from ethnic menus. Their chicken fingers, steak tacos, and tuna melts are to die for! If you haven't been to Clarke's, in the words of their menu, "Oh my! You should eat!".
Formerly known as "the huddle", Coaches restaurant is a classy looking sports bar, with some classy dishes to match. Bar food is the main choice on the menu, but it's good bar food. The walls are laden with Northwestern memorabilia, and there's purple everywhere you look. I would recommend it to go watch the game (as long as you're a Northwestern fan).
The Corner Bakery is a local chain, and I suppose a fast food restaurant, but the food blows, shall we say, McDonald’s, out of the water. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, and their panini are unbelievable (both breakfast and entree panini). Everything is made there in front of you (except for the baked goods) and from fresh ingredients.
Cousins Subs - Not visited at this point.
Cozy Noodles and Rice is just that, it's a small cozy restaurant which sells Asian food, mostly of the noodles and rice genre. A quaint little place to grab a bite to eat. Their mini egg rolls are good, as is their wonton soup (although it's far from traditional).
Cross Rhodes is, without a doubt, the quintessential experience of Greek food in Evanston. It doesn't deliver, but there is room to dine there and you can carry out. There is a smoking and a non-smoking section, and the prices are very reasonable. It's also a great place to go in groups (order a lot of dishes, try some new things, and every body eats!). Their gyros and Greek fries are delicious, their tzatziki sauce is fantastic, and their shish kabobs are out of this world, and their chocolate cake is on par with the rest of it. The only thing is, if you're going there as a date, be sure to bring breath mints- the food has about a clove of garlic in every bite.
D & D Dogs is just your average hotdog stand, and is usually populated with the Northwestern crowd. It's nothing spectacular, but if all you're looking for is a quick bite to eat and you're craving a 'dawg, then by all means, you should go.
Dave's Italian kitchen is a great family restaurant. They have a huge menu, which means that in less you're one of the minority and don't like Italian food, you'll like Dave's. The atmosphere is cheery and welcoming, the wine and beer selection is decent and the food is killer! Their chicken and veal marsala and the alfredo are fantastic.(Non smoking)
The Davis Street Fish market is one of the best restaurants of Evanston. Belonging to the same owners as Merles and Tommy Nevin's Pub, it serves fresh seafood at reasonable prices. There are two sides to the restaurant, one being the more low-key between the two and servicing the bar, and the other the actual restaurant. You can get all the food on either side, just make sure to go hungry, 'cause you're going to want it all! They serve "u-peel-'em" shrimp (cold or hot), amazing clam chowder (probably the best in Evanston), Alaskan king crab legs, various kinds of fish broiled, grilled or pan fried (a personal favorite is broiled halibut). And to top it all off, if you can catch it, they have a chocolate peanut butter pie on certain nights.
The Dixie Kitchen might be up here in the Midwest, but truthfully its comfort food from way down south. Much of the menu is Cajun, and the atmosphere is homey and welcoming. Although you can find much better southern comfort food if you venture down to good ol' New Orleans, the food at Dixie Kitchen is awfully good for our northern taste buds.
Dozika, a pan-Asian restaurant on the corner of Chicago Ave. and Dempster, is generally tasty. I am especially fond of their spring rolls, Shu Mai, soups and sushi, but they have many more dishes of high quality to offer. It’s not too expensive, and the service is usually cheery and fast.
Einstein Brothers' Bagels offers a wide selection at reasonable prices. They sell bagels by the half dozen and by the baker's dozen, as well as singular. Their cream cheese is whipped, and is available in several flavors. They also have various bagel sandwiches along with other tasty treats. Their pizza bagels, bagel sandwiches and sugar-cinnamon bagels are fantastic.
Evanston Grill may seem like a hole in the wall, but it actually has decent food. It's kitty corner from the Jewel Osco on Chicago and Greenleaf, and in general is just your basic greasy spoon. They have breakfast specials, which are usually pretty tasty, specializing in the norm of eggs, sausage, bacon, etc. It's an alright restaurant, but it's definitely not even close to the top of the list of greasy spoons in Evanston.
Flat Top Grill is definitely a place you have to check out if you haven’t already. You pick out all the ingredients you want in your stir fry, it's cooked and brought to you while you sit. There is no indoor smoking, and although the room is relatively spacious it is often noisy and crowded. The desserts are great and the drinks are both the everyday beer and perhaps for a more "foufy" drink, you might try their mai tai cocktail. In terms of food, their thick noodles wonderful, their toppings are varied and fantastic, and their sauces will leave you spinning. And don't worry, you can mix and match as many times as you want, if you pick their all-you-can-eat buffet choice on the menu.
Gigio's is the best New York Style Pizza (i.e. big, thick slices dripping with cheese and grease) in a town that already has a great Chicago Style pizza. While they do order delivery, it's much better picked up or eaten there, for some reason, and it's on the cheap side. It is open late, but isn't 24 hours. There is both a smoking and nonsmoking section. The pizza's good, but (if your a chick) the experience is usually droned out by the din of sexual harassment.
Gino's East - Not visited at this point.
Giordano's is the best of the best when it comes to deep dish Chicago Style pizza. They use fresh ingredients and will deliver, although you can also carry out or dine in. There are both smoking and non-smoking sections, and while the service can get slow at times, the pizza is always worth the wait. Personally, I would go for their stuffed cheese, spinach and sausage pizza, followed by their cannoli.
Golden Olympic, on Chicago Avenue, is a typical Grecian style cafe, offering breakfast foods, gyros and sandwiches. They serve liquor, there is both a smoking and a non smoking section, and is relatively cheap. The service is decent, and the food is your average greasy spoon cuisine.
Hecky's is about the best damn barbeque you'll find in Evanston. It's not what you might expect, seemingly "grungy" from the outside, they'll serve up some of the best rib tips, hot links, and good ol' fashion barbeque sandwiches. Also, they offer their home-made barbeque sauce, available for sale.
Home Made Pizza Co. is worth every penny, and you won’t have to cough up too many to get a decent meal! The pizza, ranging from regular old extra cheese to out of this world barbeque chicken, can’t be beat by any delivery spot. Even better you can pick up a few extras and keep them in your fridge for later use…That’s right! The pizza is so good, they leave cooking it to you; the pizzas come assembled and all you do is throw it in the oven. Absolutely excellent pizza.
Hunan Spring serves up Hunan, Cantonese and Szechwan food (either dine-in or take out), although it is not what I would call the best Chinese restaurant in Evanston. They have the typical Chinese dishes, and their fried rice isn't bad. If you're looking for fast service, you don't want to spend a lot and you don't care whether or not it's a four-star restaurant, then you've found the jackpot. Otherwise, keep looking.
What all can really be said about IHOP: International House of Pancakes? Their food is alright, the coffee’s okay, and the service is usually nice. One thing: the best time to go (of course) is LATE… two, three in the morning style.
Jacky's Bistro - Not visited at this point.
Jilly's Cafe - Not visited at this point.
Jimmy John's is a well known family restaurant and college establishment. They have they're signature subs (such as the Beach club, my personal favorite with turkey, guacamole, sprouts, tomato and so much more!), chips and soft drinks. It may be a chain, but it's better than subway.
JK Sweets Cafe, while not really a restaurant or a cafe, is one of the best spots to find home-made candies and fudge, along with a wide assortment of coffee, cookies and candy. The service is cheerful and informative, and can usually help in selection. They also offer gifts (such as large chocolate figures, boxes of chocolates, etc.) and have a good amount of wrapped manufactured candies and imported chocolates. Personally, their bon bons and gummy candies are my favorites.
Joy Yee's Noodle shop is an Asian restaurant that is so crowded every time I walk past it, I'm surprised I finally tried their food. The beef with broccoli, basil chicken and egg rolls are fantastic, along with many other items on their menu. In addition, if you can't find a table there, try their delivery, it's faster than you might think. (You can pass up the egg rolls. The mango and other drinks are amazing))
Kafein, a coffee shop on Chicago Avenue, has a warm and eclectic atmosphere. They offer several different coffee drinks, some with an outrageous amount of caffeine. Their coffee milkshakes are delicious, they have a reasonable selection of foods and the staff is wonderful. During the warmer months, outside seating is available and smoking is permitted outside, but the cafe itself is non-smoking. A great place to stop in for a cup of coffee or stop in for conversation, studying and meeting some new people.
The Keg is a relatively grungy neighborhood bar. It has pool and darts and is just your average bar. The service isn't all that good and at times is rather curt. If all you want is a beer, there's nothing stopping you from going, but if you want to sit down, talk and have a low-key night, I wouldn't recommend it. Also, it tends to smell like urine a good deal of the time.
Kim's Kitchen - Not visited at this point.
Kuni's is a wonderful restaurant on the south side of Evanston. Their tuna is mouth-watering, as are their rolls and makis. Try some hot sake, if it suits your fancy. It's not that expensive, and they serve several different sushi platters you can choose from. Try- trust me, you'll like it.
Le Peep is a great, quaint restaurant to go for breakfast (only if you're a relatively early riser though, they close pretty early). Their smoothies are awesome, and the eggs are fresh and cooked to order. The eggs benedict is especially good, and they offer more than one variety of it. They also have pancakes, waffles and skillet-type meals. Definitely a good spot to grab a great bite to eat.
Las Palmas serves delicious Mexican food, far more authentic than most other Mexican restaurants in Evanston. Their margueritas are fantastic, their nachos and enchiladas are equally as good, and the service is very nice. The only place you can smoke is in the lobby, but it doesn't make much difference. The food is good, the drinks are good, and the service is good. What else could you ask for? Salud!
The Lucky Platter may seem a bit eccentric, and that's exactly what they were going for. Where else can you find original paint by numbers on all four walls? Their scrambles are wonderful (a scramble is eggs with any three ingredients, but they can swing more than that) their pumpkin soup is truly amazing, and their apricot flakies are certainly a treat. In the world of beverages, their cream soda is spectacular, as is their coffee. And, just between you and me, some of the waitresses resemble crosses between super models and Amazon princesses, while the waiters leave a bit to be desired in the realm of eye candy.
Lulu's Dim Sum and then some is just what the name says, its a mix of oriental foods, based mostly on dim sum. They have amazing spring rolls, and all the cuisine is served up in a modern and artistic way. The atmosphere is colorful and welcoming, and most everything on the menu is worth trying, and you'll probably end up re-ordering it.
Lupita's is your average, run-of-the-mill Mexican restaurant. It’s definitely not bad, but it boasts little to separate it from others. Their tacos, burritos and enchiladas are tasty, as are most of their appetizers. If you like Mexican food, it’s likely that you’ll like this.
Mandarin House Restaurant - Not visited at this point.
May Wah is definitely a must-go if you crave seriously delicious Chinese food. Their Mushu Pork is fantastic, their cashew chicken and kung pow chicken are amazing, and (if you like hot food) Mongolian beef will give your tongue a lashing. Equipped with zodiac placemats, it's just a really good Chinese restaurant.
Merle's Rib Palace is just that: the best damn ribs and down south barbeque in these parts. Whether its pulled beef, mac and cheese, ribs or cheddar bacon burger, you're in for a treat. The ambiance is just about as camp and southern as you can get, with pictures of country/western rock stars plastering the walls, beer served in mason jars and signs of the Tex Mex mix....all in all, you gotta go, if barbeque is what you're looking for. (Smoking and nonsmoking available)
Mozart café has good coffee and pastries, and every once in a while has live music. The ambiance in nice and quaint, and it’s an excellent place to go do some reading, or just have a good conversation over a good cup of joe.
Mr. Chicken - Not visited at this point.
Mt. Everest - Not visited at this point.
Mustard's Last Stand is by far the best hot dog stand in Evanston. In other words, "you wan' chicaygo styl' hat dawgs in E-town", this is your place to go. It has all the regular fixings required to sate your hot dog craving afternoons, and the fires may be greasy, but they've got enough salt on 'em that you won't even notice. Long story short, you wanna a hotdog, come an' get it.
Nevin's Pub is your neighborhood pub. Not only does it offer a fairly wide variety of beers on tap, including Newcastle, Guinness (of course), Caffrey's, Bass, Harp and a few more, and also have a good selection of bottles beers. They have some killer chips and gravy, corned beef and cabbage, Shepard’s pie, Irish lamb stew and so much more. If you're craving some food from "mi i'land" come on down to Nevin's.
Noodle Garden isn’t the best noodle shop in Evanston, but it is good. Their spring rolls are quite good, as is their pad thai. I would personally say that it’s a little too expensive for the quality of the food, but if you like noodles, check it out.
Noodle & Company, right cross the street from the Century complex (on church) is, so far as I can tell, pretty mediocre. It’s essentially noodles in a bunch of styles; Italian Thai, etc. It really isn’t anything special, but it’s pretty fast and cheap, and has a good location if you’re seeing a movie.
Oceanique is, without a doubt, on of the best restaurants in Evanston. It is a new-age French seafood restaurant, with over 700 wines, delicious desserts, and tuna to die for. The ambiance is classy and formal, as is the presentation of the food. The menu changes relatively frequently, but whichever menu you may have when you go, chances are you'll have no idea what to get.
The Olive Mountain has middle-eastern food in a pretty typical manner. It's not anything special, but it is definitely good. The falafel is wonderful, the desserts are unique, but tasty and most of what's on the menu, so long as you like middle-eastern food, is enjoyable.
Panda Express is a Chinese restaurant in the style of McDonald’s. The food isn’t that good, but it’s fast, it fills you up and it’s all pretty cheap. As far as chain fast food restaurants go, it’s not bad, but neither would I really consider it a restaurant.
Panera Bread, the national chain, may be fast at giving you food, but it sure doesn’t taste like your average fast-food restaurant. They serve gourmet baked goods, salads, soups and sandwiches, and it’s all well made (to order, except for the baked goods, which are made every morning) and tastes great.
Panino's Italian Cafe
Papa John's, the pizza chain, is more-or-less a slightly upscale Pizza Hut. I’d say the pizza is better than most "fast-food" pizza places, but you can definitely do a lot better. It’s greasy, cheesy, the crust is okay, and they deliver, so if that’s what you’re looking for, than order away.
Pete Miller's, presented to you by the same people that bring you merle's, Davis Street Fish market and Nevin's, is one of the classier establishments of Evanston. With aged steaks, pool tables, a well-stocked bar and some serious garlic mashed potatoes, this is a must-go if you're in Evanston. True, it may be a little pricey, but if you have a craving for steak, you don't want to go anywhere else: it's just that good.
Philly's Best is just about one of the best delivery quasi-fast food restaurants in Evanston. The service is fast, both eating in and for delivery, and their Philly Cheese Steaks are out of this world. The fried dough (balls of fried dough covered in honey and sugar) are sinfully sweet, their over grinders are fantastic, and it’s all reasonably priced.
The Phoenix Inn has been here in Evanston for a good long while, but why that is, is a mystery to me. The food really isn't that good, at all. It's an okay place to go if you aren't looking for a four star meal (or even a two star meal, for that matter), but honestly, there are more than enough better Asian restaurants to go to in Evanston.
Pine Yard is another one of those restaurants that's been in Evanston for a while, but this one is no mystery. The food at Pine Yard is just really good. Their beef with broccoli and beef with peapods is wonderful, as are their egg rolls, pot stickers and the whole nine yards. Basically, if you like Chinese food, go to Pine Yard.
Pockets - Not visited at this point.
Portofino's Pizzeria - Not visited at this point.
Potbelly subs is a pretty awesome spot to grab a bite to eat. The atmosphere is camp and cute, and the subs are damn tasty, as are their milkshakes (you gotta try the chocolate). There are a few other locations throughout Chicago, so if you can’t make it up to Evanston by all means you should frequent the others. I would recommend the meatball sub, the Italian sub, the veggie sub, the roast beef sub, or whatever suits you fancy.
Prairie Joe's - Not visited at this point.
Prairie Moon is a great new (in relation to the bars around it) bar with panache and class. The drinks are good, the food is great (it’s not all bar food!), the atmosphere is wonderful and the employees are the best. Indeed, an establishment to frequent, or at the very least try out.
Ruby of Siam, simply said, is fantastic. All of the classics are salivatingly savory, such as the satay, pad thai, pad see ewe, spring rolls and more. Set in a relatively modest space, Ruby of Siam is definitely worth the trip- the service is great, the food is fantastic, and you won’t need to empty out the ol’ bank account to make it for dinner.
The Rhythm Room, located inside the Century Theatres (second floor, in the "cine arts" section) is a classy, upscale lounge occasionally featuring live music, and always serving good drinks. The bartenders are friendly, and, if you go there every so often, might even remember your drink of choice. Some of their drinks are a little expensive, but most are reasonable (no more than you would pay in most bars), and the food (especially the quesadillas and the chicken tenders) is worth it’s weight in gold.
Sarkis; this is a place you could go to every day and never get tired of it. It's a bit small, and so is pretty intensely cramped in the winter, but when the weather is nice and you feel inclined to sit outside, there's absolutely no reason to go. Personally, Saturday mornings are a pretty nice time to stop in for some Sarkis.
Screenz, an internet café in downtown Evanston, is quite the convenience, especially if you don’t have internet access. For a small fee (per hour) you can peruse the net at your leisure, while sipping one of their caffeinated treats from the espresso bar.
The Sher-Main restaurant, entitled for its oh-so convenient location at main and Sherman, is a pretty typical place to get some grub, but nevertheless the grub is damn good. It's your normal greasy spoon skillet joint, but they've got good coffee, good service, and their food isn't bad either.
Siam Square - Not visited at this point.
The Stained Glass is an excellent wine cellar and restaurant located by the Century Theatres in Evanston. The food is phenomenal, and the wait staff is fully prepared to make suggestions on the wine that will compliment whatever dish you’re having (in fact, they specialize in it). It is reasonably pricey, but don’t let that stop you. It’s definitely a wonderful restaurant to go to on a date, for "ladies night", or whenever the feeling moves you.
Subway: What is there really to say? It’s a sub chain that you can go t if you want okay food at an okay price. Just don’t expect to lose weight a la Jared if you’re eating a 12 inch meatball sub everyday.
Symphony's - Not visited at this point.
Tapas Barcelona is, sin duda (without doubt), the best Spanish restaurant in Evanston. Now, don't be mistaken, at Tapas you will not be ordering tacos or enchiladas, instead you'll be ordering paella, datiles con tocino(dates with bacon), pan perdido (Spanish bread pudding), pollo (chicken), bistec (steak) and so many other mouth-wateringly delectable foods, you'll want to go back the next night. It's not too pricey at all, they have a bar (I would recommend trying their Sangria, it definitely tastes autentica), both non-smoking and smoking, and I've not had a single thing that wasn't melt-in-your-mouth, keep me begging for more good. Salud!
Ted's Snack Shop - Not visited at this point.
Thai Sookdee - Not visited at this point.
For That Little Mexican Cafe, I can say not much of anything good. I went their with a friend of mine, and not only did all the food taste like burnt, tasteless nothing, we ended up paying sixty dollars for the two of us (the meal was completely lacking of liquor). This is not what I would call a spectacular experience. Really, the point of this restaurant is to offer gourmet style Mexican food in a modern way, but I'd have to say they fell a few feet short of the mark. Go there if you feel so inclined, but honestly, don't complain if you don't get a four star meal (or even a one star, at that).
The Dining Room at Kendall College - Not visited at this point.
AY! Che Bene! Trattoria Demi e molto delicioso! No, I'm not messing with you. Trattoria Demi is fun, tasty food in a hip, casual, cozy environment. With paintings inspired by the Italian countryside, this bistro is wonderful and authentic, with great dishes at reasonable prices. Most of their appetizers are terrific, such as the bruschetta (the pesto, artichoke and the traditional), the meatballs, or the fried calamari. Their al forno pastas (oven-cooked) are also good, as are the lighter (or heavier) dishes. The servings are big, so save room for dessert!
Trio - Not visited at this point.
Trullo - Not visited at this point.
If you’re in the mood for tea, coffee, smoothies and juices (and a lot more), than The Unicorn Café is just right for you. It’s a generally artistic population, with indoor and outdoor (seasonally) seating. It’s a great place to go and read, get an after dinner drink, or meet up with other café-goers. A definite must-go if you are the café-type.
Va Pensiero - Not visited at this point.
The Weiner (and Still the Champion) looks like a hole in the wall, but sure does serve up some tasty hotdogs, burgers, pizza puffs, cheese fries, and whatever else one might expect from you average hotdog stand. The service can be a little slow sometimes, but always courteous, and the food is never disappointing.
Wolfgang Puck is definitely worth while to check out. The soups, especially the pumpkin soup, are fantastic, the entrees (such as pastas, pizza, fish and meat) are mouth watering, and the desserts are absolutely decadent. Situated in the Century Theatres complex, it’s oh-so convenient if you’re seeing a movie. In short, the food is excellent, the drinks are well made (strong), the atmosphere is pleasant (you can watch the chef’s prepare your food) and warm, and it isn’t too expensive.
