Articles filed under Restaurant Reviews
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Home cooking, generous brunch portions on the bill at Elgin's new Larkin Cafe
May 15, 2019 6:08 AM - Hungry? Elgin's new Larkin Cafe serves up substantial portions of standard breakfast and lunch fare all day, which is nice when you're feeling pancakes in the afternoon or catfish in the morning. -
Schaumburg's City Works delivers delectable fare, 90 craft beers in a welcoming space
May 9, 2019 8:00 AM - Beer afficionados, sports fans and diners seeking upscale American fare with a twist will like what they find at the new City Works Eatery and Pour House in Schaumburg. -
Fuel up on delicious, hearty fare at Kildeer's new Brunch Cafe
May 2, 2019 6:37 AM - From filling Belgian waffles and spot-on skillets to delectable crepes and hearty lunch fare, Kildeer's new Brunch Cafe is a solid anchor among a sea of retail shops and eateries along Rand Road near Deer Park Town Center. -
Cattleman's Burger and Brew makes a triumphant return to Algonquin
Apr 18, 2019 6:13 AM - The fact that a few blocks of Main Street in Algonquin's historic district is closed to cars hasn't stopped the foot traffic to the new Cattleman's Burger and Brew, which is once again serving hearty pub grub in a lively atmosphere. -
Roselle's new Hot Pot Delight an extraordinary feast for the senses
Apr 2, 2019 6:12 AM - Sit down, turn up the heat and soak in the simmering, brothy goodness of hot pot cooking at the new Hot Pot Delight in Roselle. -
Giant Sakura starts anew in Rolling Meadows and gets the sushi right
Mar 27, 2019 8:10 AM - Rolling Meadows' longtime Asian restaurant Sakura late last year became Giant Sakura, refurbished under new management. Now it has the feel of an upstart, with an attentive staff eager to impress. Most importantly, it gets the sushi right. -
Sophisticated but unstuffy Scotty's on 21 in Vernon Hills serves American with a twist
Mar 22, 2019 6:00 AM - Walking into Scotty's on 21 in Vernon Hills is like heading into a swank lounge. While upscale, it's definitely not stuffy, as evidenced by the friendly attentive service, the varied selection of well-made American entrees and the cleverly crafted bar menu. -
Jexal's wings, pizza, burgers and friendly confines are just what McHenry needed
Mar 6, 2019 1:01 PM - The crowds waiting for a table at the new Jexal's could mean McHenry was famished for a pizza, burger and wing place. Or the food is pretty good and diners are returning to try more. Or, it turns out -- a combination of both. -
Des Plaines' nicely revamped sports bar Beacon Tap welcomes a new generation
Feb 20, 2019 11:53 AM - The Beacon Tap has been a Lee Street fixture in Des Plaines since 1955. But after a complete overhaul of the interior a little more than a year ago, the cozy sports bar has been drawing crowds of all ages with its tasty food and drinks, weekend brunch and welcoming feel. -
Lazy Dog Vernon Hills offers seasonally inspired dining with a mountain-town vibe
Feb 15, 2019 7:14 AM - When Chris Simms founded Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar, he did it with the mountains in mind. And now, he's brought that laid-back vibe with a focus on locally sourced, eclectic American cuisine to Vernon Hills.
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