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*** = Excellent
**** = Outstanding
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AFRICAN
CITY
NEW
ETHIOPIAN DIAMOND RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
(3 forks)
6120 N. Broadway
773-338-6100
If you’re in the mood for the tangy, spicy cuisine of Ethiopia, served on a round platter the size of a pizza pan, this is a great place to have around.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun. lunch Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $7-$10
CREDIT CARDS: A, D, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Not accepted
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
OFIE
(4 forks)
3911 N. Sheridan Rd.
773-248-6490
The fiery food and exotic trappings at this lavish little West-African restaurant will transport diners to some inconspicuous nook on the periphery of a Ghanian or Nigerian baz**r. Don’t miss the delectable fufu dishes: A combination of yams and plantains, they’re meant to be eaten by hand, and should be pressed into service scooping up the thick, savory stews.
RECOMMENDED: Nkate kwan, akara, eko okuko, kaza sabongari, fufu dishes.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $10-$16.50
CREDIT CARDS: A, DS, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Accepted
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
AMERICAN CLASSIC
CITY
ATWOOD CAFE
****
Hotel Burnham
1 W. Washington St.
312-368-1900.
An ideal drop-in-anytime spot in the heart of the Loop, featuring an unintimidating menu of updated comfort-food classics. The decor is formal enough to be taken seriously, but humorous enough to be comfortable and inviting, and the 18-foot ceilings and large windows let in lots of natural light.
RECOMMENDED: Duck and manchego quesadilla, smoked salmon, ahi tuna salad, pot pie, banana-white chocolate bread pudding.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $12-$30
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking; formal tea served daily.
CHICAGO FIREHOUSE RESTAURANT
**
1401 S. Michigan Ave.
312-786-1401
Built in a converted firehouse (you can still see the fire poles and the gleaming brick tiles in the bar), this South Sider is a model of restraint, from the tasteful decor to the straightforward American menu. Service is especially good.
RECOMMENDED: Vegetable terrine, wedge salad, New York strip steak, coriander-crusted salmon, strawberry trifle.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Sun.-Fri., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $15.95-$26.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
437 RUSH
437 N. Rush St.
**
312-222-0101
The old Riccardo’s, a celeb and media hangout in its day, has been transformed by Phil Stefani into a well-managed steak and seafood restaurant. The handsome, Art Deco-accented decor is augmented with pictures of media celebrities and journalists past and present. Lunch diners can choose from the regular menu downstairs or a light cafe menu in the upstairs room.
RECOMMENDED: Smoked salmon and potato gratin, frog legs, Kansas City strip, pork tenderloin, lamb chops, chocolate pav.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat., lunch Mon.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $14.95-$45
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
MITY NICE GRILL
*
Water Tower Place
835 N. Michigan Ave.
312-335-4745
Adjacent to Foodlife, Mity Nice’s warm interior and diner-esque menu beckon us back to a simpler, more considerate time. Yet amid the meatloaf and pot roast are quite a few contemporary dishes, as well as a heartening emphasis on low-fat, low-cholesterol and vegetarian options.
RECOMMENDED: Flatbread pizza, crispy calamari, French onion soup, garlic-crusted whitefish, turkey steak, apple pie.
OPEN: Dinner and lunch Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $4.95-$19.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
SUMMER WEST BEEFSTRO
(2 forks)
10234 S. Western Ave.
773-239-5060
This is a prime place to meet friends for a beer or take the family for burgers and ribs. Beef dominates the menu, but there also is a selection of seafood and a few Italian items.
RECOMMENDED: Jumbo shrimp cocktail, steaks, barbecue ribs, bleu cheese and garlic burger.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Sun.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $9.95-$29.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Accepted
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
TWISTED SPOKE
(4 forks)
501 N. Ogden Ave.
312-666-1500
Small-town diner fare meets biker-bar ambience here. Everything is made from scratch, so meals can take some time to arrive; the delicious food (in gargantuan portions) is well worth the wait. Service is attentive and friendly.
RECOMMENDED: Onion rings, Fatboys (hamburgers), Alber-to’s jumbo burrito.
OPEN: Dinner, lunch Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $6.95-$8.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Not accepted
WILDFIRE
**
159 W. Erie St.
312-787-9000
270 Oakbrook Center Mall, Oak Brook
630-586-9000
235 Parkway Dr., Lincolnshire
847-279-7900
A very simple, very effective concept in which nearly everything on the menu is cooked over wood — including the fire-roasted prime rib, the restaurant’s specialty. Focal point of the dining room is a triple hearth with roaring fires visible from every seat.
RECOMMENDED: Various steaks, prime rib, barbecued ribs.
OPEN: (dinner): Mon.-Sun.
OPEN: (lunch): Oakbrook: Mon.-Sun.; Lincolnshire: Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $12-$25.99
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
NORTH
ASPEN GRILLE
(3 forks)
250 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire
847-634-0700
This American restaurant looks like a deluxe ski lodge from the outside and a little bit on the inside, too, given the wide-open interior. The menu accommodates a broad range of tastes and budgets.
RECOMMENDED: Grilled salmon, mud pie.
OPEN: Dinner, lunch Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $11.95-$23.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Accepted
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
BRASSERIE T
***
305 S. Happ Rd., Northfield
847-446-0444
Owners Rick Tramonto and Gale Gand offer snippets of tradition — the demibaguettes with mustard, the daily featured entree, dishes such as escargots and steamed mussels — but overall this is an American brasserie, embracing foods such as pizzas, pastas, Caesar salad and a signature burger.
RECOMMENDED: Calf liver, grilled pork chop, root beer float.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $6.95-$24.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
THE STUDIO
(3 forks)
8717 N. Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove
847-965-1962
This former speakeasy is now home to a restaurant whose Art Deco decor and classic menu exude a sophisticated feel.
RECOMMENDED: Butt steak, Key lime pie.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $11.50-$24
CREDIT CARDS: DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Accepted
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
WEST
COUNTRY HOUSE
(3 forks)
2095 S. Kirk Rd., Geneva
630-208-8181
These west-suburban establishments (there are locations in Countryside and Lisle as well) have a reputation for quality pub fare. And it’s a well-deserved reputation, given the outstanding burgers here. A full half-pound of sirloin, the burger seems best served on dark rye, topped with cheese, tomato, leaf lettuce and perhaps grilled or raw onion.
RECOMMENDED: Burgers, spinach salad, broiled salmon on herb focaccia.
OPEN: Dinner and lunch Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $5.95-$16.50
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: For parties of eight or more.
OTHER: Carryout available
DELL RHEA’S CHICKEN BASKET
(3 forks)
645 Joliet Rd., Willowbrook
630-325-0780
Dell Rhea’s has been around since the 1940s, and its staying power is deserved. The menu has not only the terrific all-American fare that has made the place a Willowbrook institution, but also more contemporary dishes.
RECOMMENDED: Whitefish spread, fried chicken, roast turkey.
OPEN: Dinner and lunch Tue.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $6-$16
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
RESERVATIONS: Accepted for 5 or more.
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; carryout available.
GLEN ELLYN BREWING CO.
(2 forks)
433 Main St., Glen Ellyn
630-942-1140
This microbrewery goes way beyond basic pub grub with an ambitious hit-and-miss menu. Beers are well-crafted.
RECOMMENDED: Roasted-garlic-and-Beer-Nut-goat-cheese appetizer, steak salad.
OPEN: Dinner and lunch Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $6.95-$22.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Accepted
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
J. ALEXANDER’S
(4 forks)
1410 16th St., Oak Brook
630-573-8180
A chain that breaks the chain mold, this American concept impresses from its attentive service to its far-beyond-ordinary food.
RECOMMENDED: House salad, grilled salmon, lime chicken, Very Best chocolate cake.
OPEN: Dinner and lunch Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $9.95-$26.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Not accepted
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
ZANDER’S CAFE
(4 forks)
2241 Maple Ave.,
Downers Grove
630-435-9520
Zander’s Cafe creates homestyle dishes that go way beyond the usual definition of homestyle. And there’s no skimping on ingredients or portions.
RECOMMENDED: Chicken Vienna, whitefish with artichoke hearts, roasted vegetable quesadillas, bananas foster.
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sat., lunch Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $6.95-$12
CREDIT CARDS: A, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Not accepted
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; carryout; catering.
NORTHWEST
HAYSTACKS MANOR
(4 forks)
5603 Bull Valley Rd., McHenry
815-344-7919
Though it sounds like a place to go for chuckwagon food, Haystacks Manor is all relaxed elegance inside. Food is pricey, but the skilled kitchen justifies the expense.
RECOMMENDED: Shrimp de jonghe, wild-mushroom lasagna, N.Y. strip steak.
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sat., lunch Tue.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $14.75-$24
CREDIT CARDS: A, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
THE MILK PAIL
(3 forks)
14 N 630 Ill. Hwy. 25,
East Dundee
847-742-5040
Part of the 30-acre Fin n’ Feather Farm, with its shops, miniature golf, gardens and more, the Milk Pail retains its simple charm.
RECOMMENDED: Filet mignon
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sun., lunch Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $9.95-$19.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
ZWEIG’S RESTAURANT
(2 forks)
228 N. McHenry Rd., Buffalo Grove
847-541-3354
Zweig’s has been a tradition since 1918, at its original location on Chicago’s West Side; now (after stops in Skokie and Niles) it resides in the northwest suburbs. The restaurant has as many identities as it has homes; it’s a combination restaurant, delicatessen, bakery and ice-cream fountain. But its strong suit is deli dining.
RECOMMENDED: Matzo-ball soup, Reuben sandwich, carrot cake.
OPEN: Dinner, lunch and breakfast Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $4.95-$10.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Accepted for parties of 6 or more.
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
SOUTH
CHEF KLAUS’ STEAK & SEAFOOD CAFE
(3 forks)
679 LaGrange Rd., Frankfort
815-469-0940
What appears to be a nondescript storefront is a delightful restaurant with a variety and commitment to quality worthy of special-occasion status.
RECOMMENDED: Crab cakes, mahi-mahi, grilled ahi tuna.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $12.50-$23.50
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Accepted
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
DUNLAP’S
(2 forks)
6513 W. 123rd St., Palos Heights
708-388-5335
A supper-club atmosphere with homestyle food and value pricing.
RECOMMENDED: Portobello mushrooms with artichoke hearts, pan-fried chicken, broiled salmon, fruit pies.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $14.75-$24.25
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
HOBKNOBS
IN THE PARK
(3 forks)
8101 W. 123rd St., Palos Park
708-923-1218
A pretty, glittering restaurant that features interesting twists on American standbys. One unusual feature is the supervised children’s play room.
RECOMMENDED: Crab cakes, brie en croute, chicken breast Wellington, Lucille parfait.
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sun., lunch Tue.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $13.95-$23.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, CB, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
HOUSE OF HUGHES
(2 forks)
14300 S. Cicero Ave., Crestwood
708-389-4636
Traditional American food is the mainstay of this spacious south suburban restaurant.
RECOMMENDED: Baked shrimp, barbecued ribs, orange roughy, strawberry shortcake.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Fri., breakfast Sat.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $14.95-$22.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
KEN’S GUEST HOUSE
(2 forks)
9848 Southwest Hwy., Oak Lawn
708-422-4014
An unpretentious family eatery with a massive wine list (more than 220 vintages) and a wide-ranging American menu.
RECOMMENDED: Oysters Rockefeller, New Orleans crab cakes, fried catfish, N.Y. strip steak.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $11.95-$21.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended on weekends
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
PUBLIC LANDING
(2 forks)
200 W. 8th St., Lockport
815-838-6500
This sister property to the elegant Tallgrass sits in a landmark building along the I&M Canal. Decor is appropriately folksy, strewn with quilts and tapestries, but though the menu includes a wonderful cornbread, the kitchen veers occasionally from tradition.
RECOMMENDED: Blackened chicken spring roll, grilled mahi-mahi, devil’s food cake.
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sun., lunch Tue.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $12.95-$34.95
CREDIT CARDS: M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
SURMA’S RESTAURANT
(2 forks)
17501 S. Dixie Hwy., Homewood
708-798-0327
For more than 50 years, south suburbanites have flocked to this unassuming restaurant for value-priced homestyle food.
RECOMMENDED: Onion loaf, prime rib, lake perch, cherry pie.
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sun., lunch Thurs.-Fri., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $7.95-$19.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
THE WILD BOAR
(2 forks)
14240 Southwest Highway
Orland Park
708-226-0418
The North Woods meets the south suburbs in this somewhat surreal hunting lodge-style restaurant where the menu always features at least three game dishes, along with steaks and pastas.
RECOMMENDED: Wilddish of portobellos, prime rib au jus, chocolate suicide cake.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $9.95-$25.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Not accepted
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; carryout; children’s menu;
valet parking.
WHITNEY’S BAR & GRILLE
(2 forks)
9333 S. Cicero Ave., Oak Lawn
708-229-8888
The fine-dining room of the Oak Lawn Hilton is known for its casually romantic decor and widely varied entrees.
RECOMMENDED: Blackened ribeye, Black Forest cake.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $13.95-$29.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended on weekends
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
AMERICAN CONTEMPORARY
CITY
BIN 36
***
339 N. Dearborn St.
312-755-9463
Dan Sachs (Spruce) has another hit on his hands with this wine-centric restaurant, which manages to cater to serious and neophyte imbibers alike. The restaurant contains a retail shop, wine bar, casual eatery and a fine-dining room featuring inventive food by chef Bernard Laskowski, whose five-course menu is a terrific option.
RECOMMENDED: Gnocchi with mushroom ragout, butternut-squash soup, striped bass, veal paillard, triple chocolate surprise.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Sun., breakfast (coffee bar and pastries) Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $14-$25
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
BLACKBIRD
***
619 W. Randolph St.
312-715-0708
A trs hot spot along the Randolph Street restaurant corridor, Paul Kahan’s contemporary American cuisine relies on pristine produce and simple, prettily presented preparations though simple” doesn’t do justice to the depth of Kahan’s food.
RECOMMENDED: Ahi tuna tartare, fish soup, venison, cocoa crepe.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat., lunch Mon.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $14-$26
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking; smoking in bar area only.
BRETT’S
*
2011 W. Roscoe St.
773-248-0999
An eminently civilized Roscoe Village charmer. Decor is not fancy, but it’s warm and appealing: Soft lighting, moderate-volume classical music, wonderful bread at the table this is a nice place to hang out, especially off-weekend. Creative American cooking, solid desserts.
OPEN: Dinner Wed.-Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $9-$19
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended on weekends
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
CHARLIE TROTTER’S
****
816 W. Armitage Ave.
773-248-6228
A fine-dining masterpiece that enjoys a national reputation, Charlie Trotter’s is one of the city’s treasures. Chef Trotter, winner of the James Beard Foundation’s 1999 Outstand-ing Chef Award and 2000 Outstanding Restaurant Award, is as experimental as they come, creating extraordinarily complex dishes whose range of tastes and textures can be mind-boggling even to sophisticated palates. The printed menu lists only degustation dinners, consisting of seven to 12 courses in petit portions, designed to expose patrons to the widest range of tastes. Trotter’s all-vegetable degustation, in particular, is a singular and revelatory experience. The sophisticated yet very friendly service is top-notch. The expansive wine list, though pricey, offers excellent values.
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: Vegetable menu, $100; Grand menu, $110
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Required
NOISE: Hushed
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible (entrance ramp on east side of building); jacket required; no smoking in dining room; valet parking.
D’VINE
**
1950 W. North Ave.
773-235-5700
Michael Kerwin runs the kitchen of this wine-focused Bucktown spot, producing interesting food. Low-lit tables and soft music contribute to a seductive atmosphere, only slightly undermined by the clamor from nearby tables.
RECOMMENDED: Calamari steak, squab breast with risotto, cider-glazed lamb shank, sea scallops in curry cream.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $15-$23
CREDIT CARDS: A, DS, M, V.
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
FAHRENHEIT
**
695 N. Milwaukee Ave.
312-733-7400
With its Miami-cool pastel hues, soaring walls and nightclubby feel, Fahrenheit has plenty of sizzle. Backing up the style is substance from the kitchen, whose French-accented American menu is boldly flavored.
RECOMMENDED: Coriander sea scallops, lamb carpaccio, swordfish steak, venison, polenta cake.
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $12-$29
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; no smoking in dining room; valet parking.
FEAST
**
1835 W. North Ave.
773-235-6361
A likeable neighborhood spot with vaguely Middle Eastern decor and a globe-trotting menu that includes several veggie-friendly dishes. A beatiful atrium space in back is one of the city’s best summertime dining environments.
RECOMMENDED: Tuna wonton napoleon, wild striped bass, wild-mushroom stroganoff.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $12.50-$18.50
CREDIT CARDS: A, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Valet parking
GREEN DOLPHIN STREET
***
2200 N. Ashland Ave.
773-395-0066
Unquestionably the best place in the city to enjoy fine dining and high-grade entertainment, albeit not simultaneously. The dining room (and, weather permitting, the sheltered riverfront patio) offers globally inspired but classically grounded dishes by chef Rick Gresh; the adjacent lounge is a spacious, sensual environment with live music (no cover for dinner guests).
RECOMMENDED: Seared scallops, asparagus-mushroom risotto, oyster-stuffed tenderloin, horseradish-glazed tuna, strawberry-chevre tart.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $16.50-$28
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
HARVEST ON HURON
***
217 W. Huron St.
312-587-9600
Alan Sternweiler’s superb American food has an impeccable home in this sophisticated and joyful environment, an art-filled space loaded with creature comforts not the least of which is the well-chosen 400-bottle wine list and a breathtaking selection of cognacs and other spirits. Knowledgeable, convivial service is the icing on the cake.
RECOMMENDED: Scallops and oxtail tower, roasted sweetbreads, roasted rabbit, poached pear.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $13-$28
CREDIT CARDS: A, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Valet parking; late (midnight most nights) serving hours.
MK
***
868 N. Franklin St.
312-482-9179
Stylish decor, sleek server uniforms, Christofle flatware and Riedel stemware no detail has been overlooked at MK. Michael Kornick’s cooking marries clean flavors to eye-appealing presentations. Mindy Segal’s imaginative desserts provide each meal with a rousing finale.
RECOMMENDED: Tuna tartare with celery root remoulade, venison, monkfish with lobster, Amazing Apples, braised pineapple.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $16-$34
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
NEW MOD
***
1520 N. Damen Ave.
773-252-1500
Decor-cuisine contrasts don’t come much more extreme than chef Kelly Courtney’s simple, clean food and MOD’s riot-of-color, shiny plastic interior, but somehow it seems to work, mostly because MOD, however wild, is a comfortable space, and Courtney’s cuisine, however serious, shines with wit and vigor.
RECOMMENDED: Roasted mussels, ham and eggs, grilled-fig salad, ribeye steak, chocolate assortment.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $14-$26
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Free parking lot; wheelchair accessible; smoking in bar only.
NEW NINE
***
440 W. Randolph St.
312-575-9900
A singular dining experience, even if it’s a steak and seafood spot at heart, Nine combines visual flash and luxury-dining elements to make familiar food seem exotic and exciting. Prime steaks are impressive, seafood is beautifully prepared and there must be at least six ways to order caviar. Not surprisingly, people dress up here.
RECOMMENDED: Caviar cones, seafood platter, pancetta-wrapped sea bass, root-beer float.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat., lunch Mon.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $14-$32
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
ONE SIXTYBLUE
***
160 N. Loomis St.
312-850-0303
Michael Jordan is a silent partner in this West Side venture, but there are other reasons to visit, including lavish decor and table appointments and the elegant contemporary American cooking of chef Patrick Robertson.
RECOMMENDED: Peekytoe crab sandwich, foie gras over French toast creme brulee,” sweetbreads, lemon parcels.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $18.50-$29
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
PARK AVENUE CAFE
***
199 E. Walton Pl.
312-944-4414
Americana accents project a down-to-earth charm for one of the most creative restaurants in town. The kitchen produces eye-popping presentations that remain unpretentious, and low-key service is nearly flawless. The American dim sum brunch is a treat that must be experienced.
RECOMMENDED: Pastrami salmon, cavatelli with white truffle oil, Swordfish Chop, ginger-crusted salmon, Park Bench dessert, bittersweet chocolate cake.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $18.50-$35
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
RHAPSODY
***
65 E. Adams St.
312-786-9911
The luxury dining room inside the glittering Symphony Center serves as stage to culinary artistry, featuring a menu by the renowned Roland Liccioni. Reservations aren’t difficult to come by when the Symphony is on hiatus, but once the season starts, pre-concert tables are scarce.
RECOMMENDED: Roland’s signature terrine, seared scallop, onion-crusted sturgeon, rack of lamb.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $19-$29
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
RIVERS
**
30 S. Wacker Drive
312-559-1515
Just steps away from the Opera House, this spacious restaurant swarms with pre-theater and Loop-lunch crowds, but at other times is charmingly sedate. The menu is Mediterranean-influenced American, with an emphasis on fish. The outdoor terrace overlooks the Chicago River.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat., lunch Mon.-Fri. (Open Sat., Sun. for opera performances.)
ENTREE PRICES: $12.95-$27.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; 2 hrs. free parking with validation.
SEASONS
***
Four Seasons Hotel
120 E. Delaware Pl.
312-280-8800
Amid the opulent decor and extravagant appointments of this first-rate hotel dining room is the food of executive chef Mark Baker, which is so beautiful in appearance and taste it’s easy to overlook how light and healthful most of it is. Fish and lean meats are accented with cunningly crafted vegetable broths and infused oils, but Baker makes room for wild game and an homage or two from his native New England. Desserts are as luscious as they get. And the Sunday brunch is one of Chicago’s best.
RECOMMENDED: Thyme-roasted scallop, lobster cocktail, roasted salmon, Colorado lamb.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $24-$45
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
SHE SHE
**
4539 N. Lincoln Ave.
773-293-3690
This is a fun and funky Lincoln Square gem where the tin ceiling is painted gold and the seat cushions and waiter trousers are cut from the same leopard-print cloth. The menu features playful food by chef/partner Nicole Parthemore.
RECOMMENDED: Porcupine shrimp, She She roll, lamb chops, linguini with duck confit, creme brulee, lemon tart.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $12-$22
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended on weekends.
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Smoking at the bar only; wheelchair accessible.
SOUL KITCHEN
**
1576 N. Milwaukee Ave.
773-342-9742
Expect the unexpected, and this funky dining room will never disappoint you. The “Loud food, spicy music” slogan on the busboys’ T-shirts pretty much says it all, though the appreciably spicy food isn’t mouth-searingly hot. Chef Scott Freer offers flavors from throughout the American South (not just soul food), and the daily oyster harvest is likely to be a good bet, too.
RECOMMENDED: Pecan-crusted catfish, gumbo.
OPEN: Dinner Sun.-Sat., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $14-$24
CREDIT CARDS: A, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Not accepted
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
SPAGO
***
520 N. Dearborn St.
312-527-3700
This outpost of Wolfgang Puck’s inventive California concept seems very much at home here. Attitude-free staffers and bright and cheerful (if very noisy) surroundings make the place instantly attractive, and Francois Kwaku-Dongo’s excellent cooking keeps bringing people back.
RECOMMENDED: Tangerine-glazed quail, stir-fried chicken, smoked pork chop, seafood risotto.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat., lunch Mon.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $15.50-$28
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking; no smoking in dining room.
SPRUCE
***
238 E. Ontario St.
312-642-3757
This contemporary American dining room is one of the city’s best. The menu abounds with intriguing choices and the cooking is uniformly excellent. Service, if anything, is better than in Spruce’s early days.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $18-$31
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Accepted
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible (use entrance at 240 E. Ontario); valet parking.
NEW
THE STATE ROOM
*
1212 N. State Pkwy.
312-951-1212
An extravagant interior, from the faux-fur-wrapped host stand to the surreal blue-lit bar, forms the background for a Greek-accented American menu that dishes up food in massive portions (a table of four needs only one dessert). A big hit with the clubby crowd.
RECOMMENDED: Grilled octopus, steak Vesuvio, ostrich, chocolate bombe.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $18-$32.50
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Valet parking
312 CHICAGO
*
Hotel Allegro
136 N. LaSalle St.
312-696-2420
A pretty good restaurant on the brink of being a very good one. Clubby good looks and an affordable, Italian-inflected menu and handy Loop location are positives, but cooking can be inconsistent.
RECOMMENDED: Salmon and tuna tartares, seared scallops, roast duck.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $14-$24
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
TANZY
**
215 W. North Ave.
312-202-0302
Bright and bold Old Town spot with well-prepared American food by chef Sandra Beckett. A charming outdoor patio is a big plus.
RECOMMENDED: Trilogy of tartares, seared scallops with beet couscous, skate wing, garlic-crusted lamb chops, Tosca’s Kiss.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $13-$21
CREDIT CARDS: A, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Valet parking
TOMBOY
**
5402 N. Clark St.
773-907-0636
Artistic presentations and imaginative dishes typify this funky Andersonville BYOB. The operation may seem a bit seat-of-the-pants at times, but there’s an eagerness to please and genuine talent here.
RECOMMENDED: Porcupine shrimp, gazpacho, pork tenderloin, creme brulee.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $14-$24
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended on weekends.
OTHER: BYOB; wheelchair accessible.
TOQUE
**
816 W. Randolph St.
312-666-1100
With its tone-on-tone sponged walls and dramatic display kitchen, Toque blends in easily with its stylish neighbors along the Randolph Street restaurant row. Chris Karl’s distinctive contemporary American cuisine makes the restaurant memorable. Try to avoid the pre-United Center rush.
RECOMMENDED: Lobster en papillote, grilled New Zealand elk and venison, warm chocolate cake.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $13.50-$26.50
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-challenged
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
TRU
****
676 N. St. Clair St.
312-202-0001
From the moment you call to reserve a table to the end of your spectacular meal, Tru labors mightily to demonstrate that every detail has been seen to, every desire anticipated. Here, the culinary talents of chefs Rick Tramonto and Gale Gand have the forum of their dreams a beautifully realized space with the stunning good looks of a contemporary art gallery and a smoothly professional staff that makes the dining experience an unintimidating delight. Choose from a three-course prix-fixe menu, or sample one of four degustation dinners, called “collections”; either way, prepare for an onslaught of flavors, textures, aromas and visuals that will approach sensory overload.
RECOMMENDED: Mosaic of seafood, caviar staircase, cappuccino-style soup, truffled sweetbreads with morel-rabbit ragout, venison loin with chocolate-cherry sauce, duo of souffls, roasted-pineapple carpaccio.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat.
Prix-fixe dinner: $70-$125
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Required
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Jacket required; smoke-free dining room; wheelchair accessible; valet parking.
NEW
ZEALOUS
*** 1/2
419 W. Superior St.
312-475-9112
Michael Taus closed his original Zealous location in Elmhurst and moved to this spectacular space in River North to prove he could swim with the big fish, and so far he’s demonstrating just that. Exceedingly attentive servers in Donna Karan suits present Taus’ masterly cooking, which playfully creates unlikely sounding food pairings that succeed brilliantly. Degustation dinners are likely the best way to experience Taus’ food.
RECOMMENDED: Lobster gazpacho, veal sweetbreads with black-pepper beignet, foie gras with lobster toast and pineapple vinaigrette, Ode to Valrhona.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $18-$26
CREDIT CARDS: A, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Hushed
OTHER: Jackets required; valet parking; wheelchair accessible; no smoking.
NORTH
NEW KARIZMA
**
4741 Main St., Skokie
847-674-6163
A bright American bistro with a pretty and romantically lit dining room, a modestly priced wine list and an unintimidating contemporary-American menu.
RECOMMENDED: Wild-mushroom fricassee, tuna tartare, duck breast, wild striped bass, peach crepes.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., lunch Mon.-Fri., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $14-$29
CREDIT CARDS: A, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Free parking lot; wheelchair accessible.
PATRICK & JAMES’
***
368 Park Ave., Glencoe
847-835-7000
Few restaurants combine dazzling visuals with intriguing cooking as well as this North Shore gem. Decor is full of beautiful pieces, from a former church’s stained-glass dome to a mahogany bar rescued from a Mississippi riverboat. Intriguing flavor juxtapositions characterize the always-interesting menu by chef Don Yamauchi, and very professional service is a major plus.
RECOMMENDED: Cioppino, mushroom-crusted seabass.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $17-$24
CREDIT CARDS: M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended on weekends
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
TRIO
****
625 Hinman Ave., Evanston
847-733-TRIO
Chef Shawn McClain and pastry chef Paula Haney preside over a kitchen whose eye-candy artistic presentations and lively flavors create a world-class dining esperience. Service is outstanding.
RECOMMENDED: Caviar palette, sea scallops with baby artichoke & lobster-herb infusion.
OPEN: Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $25-$32
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible (assisted access to restrooms); no smoking; jacket suggested; valet parking.
WEST
CAB’S
(3 forks)
430 N. Main St., Glen Ellyn
630-942-9463
The name is short for cabernet so, not surprisingly, this restaurant is serious about its wine. But the imaginative American food is worth a look, too.
RECOMMENDED: Brie roll-ups, sauteed snails, chocolate torte.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $13-$23
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
302 WEST
***
302 W. State St., Geneva
630-232-9302
A west-suburban gem, highlighted by chef/owner Joel Findlay’s brilliant contemporary American cooking, which is complexly flavored yet eminently approachable, even playful. Desserts are simple, often recalling childhood pleasures, and the intensely personal wine list is a trove of lesser-known delights. The dining room, set in a former bank building, is stylish, spacious and pleasantly subdued, even when live jazz music is featured.
RECOMMENDED: Grilled prawns, sweet-potato gnocchi, broiled snapper, pork tenderloin, Mounds Bar tart, goat-cheese blintzes.
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $20-$30
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
NORTHWEST
THE GREENERY
***
117 North Ave., Barrington
847-381-9000
Andrew Coates’ contemporary American cooking sometimes boldly flavorful, other times intriguingly subtle shines in this charming northwest surburban spot, a former schoolhouse converted into a gracious dining environment of several small, intimate rooms. It’s very romantic and elegant, but there’s no need to dress up.
RECOMMENDED: Soup sampler, blackened prawns, bread pudding.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $15.95-$26.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
NOISE: Hushed
OTHER: No smoking permitted; wheelchair accessible.
MARLOWE’S
(2 forks)
704 W. Euclid Ave., Palatine
847-991-7540
A little Italian, a little Cajun and a lot of American influences mingle in this place. Occasionally the globe-trotting gets overwhelming, but mostly it pleases.
RECOMMENDED: Grilled brie, N.Y. strip steak.
OPEN: Dinner, lunch Mon.-Sun., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $11-$19.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Accepted
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible
SOUTH
CAFE ELISE
(4 forks)
435 Ridge Rd., Munster, Ind.
219-836-2233
Finding such sophisticated fare as roasted calamari with citrus poblano vinaigrette or coriander-crusted yellowfin tuna in a strip mall storefront along busy Ridge Road in Munster, Ind., is nothing short of startling. Credit chef-owner Scott Dixon, who has named this beguiling place after his first-born daughter.
RECOMMENDED: Cream-of-golden-potato soup, grilled veal chops, crab cakes, Irish-cream cheesecake.
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sun., lunch Tue.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $10-$26
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Accepted
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; catering; private parties.
CLAYTON’S
(4 forks)
66 W. Lincolnway, Valparaiso, Ind.
219-531-0612
From its understated-chic decor to its knowledgeable staff and its imaginative menu, this out-of-the-way restaurant is a gem.
RECOMMENDED: Sea scallops, roasted poussin, veal scallopine.
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sun.
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
ENTREE PRICES: $14-$28
RESERVATIONS: Recommended
OTHER: No smoking permitted; wheelchair accessible.
CITY
CROFTON ON WELLS
***
535 N. Wells St.
312-755-1790
After critical successes at Montparnasse and Cassis, chef Suzy Crofton has her own place a comfortable, sophisticated 64-seater and a compact, seasonal-American menu with no wrong choices. Soups and salads are especially good.
RECOMMENDED: Oyster shooter, foie gras, sweet-potato soup, roasted salmon, apple tart.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat., lunch Mon.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $16-$26
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Valet parking.
NEW
erwin
***
2925 N. Halsted St.
773-528-7200
The simple menu descriptions don’t do justice to chef Erwin Drechsler’s self-styled “urban heartland” cooking, which spins Midwest ingredients into dishes that excite the palate and nurture the soul.
RECOMMENDED: Smoked trout and cilantro pancake, mussels, Door County whitefish, lamb chops and basil sausage.
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $11-$19
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Valet parking.
GRACE
***
623 W. Randolph St.
312-928-9200
Chef/owner Ted Cizma is a man who loves his game; if you feel the same way, you’ll adore this West Loop spot. The interior is appealingly quirky, its brick surfaces softened by silky sheers and miscellaneous globe lights jutting oddly from a sponge-painted wall. Cizma’s food is much more straightforward, though a long way from cooking by the numbers.
RECOMMENDED: Lamb sweetbreads, seared scallops, blackberry-stuffed venison loin, wild boar tenderloin, Ambrosia cobbler.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat.
ENTREE PRICES: $14-$28
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking; no smoking in dining room.
HUBBARD STREET GRILL
***
351 W. Hubbard St.
312-222-0770
The atmosphere is pleasant and unpretentious, the serving staff eager to please and, for the most part, precise. But chef David Schy’s imaginative, unerring taste pairings are the reason to come.
RECOMMENDED: Grilled calamari, steamed mussels, ahi tuna burger, charred grouper, skirt steak, filet, rhubarb-cherry crumble.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sat., lunch Mon.-Fri.
ENTREE PRICES: $11.95-$23.95
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Accepted
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible from Orleans Street entrance; restrooms accessible; valet parking.
JACK’S ON HALSTED
**
3201 N. Halsted St.
773-244-9191
A moderately priced American bistro executed with flair by chef/owner Jack Daniel Jones. The menu includes a daily three-course vegetarian tasting. The inviting dining room is decorated with metallic trusses and clever, arty-looking light fixtures.
RECOMMENDED: Seared ahi tuna, grilled tenderloin, bread pudding.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $10-$20
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended on weekends
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Valet parking
NORTH POND CAFE
***
2610 N. Cannon Drive
773-477-5845
Inspired by the Arts and Crafts artistic movement and blessed with arguably the prettiest restaurant setting in Chicago, this seasonal-American restaurant marries concept and location as few can. The only trouble is that 80 seats aren’t enough for all the people who want to eat here. Try the three-course vegetable menu for $19.
RECOMMENDED: Grilled venison
OPEN: Dinner Tue.-Sun., lunch Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $20-$27
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, DS, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Strongly recommended
NOISE: Conversation-friendly
OTHER: Wheelchair accessible; no smoking.
THE OUTPOST
*
3438 N. Clark St.
773-244-1166
This offbeat Wrigleyville restaurant offers much in the way of creature comforts — well-spaced tables in the dining room, a shaded sidewalk cafe and a wonderful beverage list that includes good beers and 35 wines by the glass. The kitchen, which enlivens its American food with touches of Australian, Hawaiian and Southeast Asian influences, is entertaining without being confusing. Service is friendly, not always attentive.
RECOMMENDED: Grilled tuna, dessert wontons.
OPEN: Dinner Mon.-Sun., brunch Sun.
ENTREE PRICES: $14.50-$24
CREDIT CARDS: A, DC, M, V
RESERVATIONS: Recommended on weekends
OTHER: Free parking lot; wheelchair accessible.
