Relying on casual fare from Japan & Korea, cooks pair sashimi, noodle dishes & tempura with Japanese beer & shochu

Chefs layer deep-dish or stuffed pizzas with house-made marinara & custom spice blend in friendly setting filled with Chicago–inspired décor

Chefs create regional Italian cuisine served in renovated building with cathedral ceilings & exposed beams

Extensive wine list complements seasonal menu with such entrees as risotto, chicken tagine, and Gold Label maple duck

Lodge-like dining room gathers diners for upscale fare, game dishes such as ostrich, and spirits from around the world

Italian restaurateurs put stamp on new digs with honey-hued walls, cozy outdoor patio, hearty pastas, and seafood sautéed in wine sauce

Three courses feed hunger with the likes of feta-stuffed mushrooms, Cajun shrimp, and grilled prime rib paired with wine and shared dessert.

Cooks prepare sandwiches with Black Forest ham & pesto, & lab-coat-clad staff freezes ice cream & yogurt in liquid nitrogen

Mediterranean fare such as stuffed grape leaves, falafel, grilled salmon, lamb shawarma, and chicken sauté afford diners a healthy meal

Hush puppies, rib plates, smoked turkey, burgers, and barbecue chicken highlight a menu of Lexington-style, classic barbecue