Pearl's Place
The look of Pearl's Place, a sterile, great big rec-room of a restaurant attached to a motel it has no association with, makes you worry that they serve fake soul food like those places in Manhattan that hang tractor parts ... metromix.com
Southern
"A great addition to the Wicker Park neighborhood. Same owners as Chaise Lounge but a whole new look, vibe and menu. Keep the calorie counter at home. It ..." insiderpages.com
House Of Blues
"Get there early for concerts as the lines can wrap around the block. The food is sort of TG Fridays meets it;s creole cousin, but overall it's fine. ..." insiderpages.com
Dee's Place
This Wicker Park soul food BYOB serves homestyle fare in a casual, 1940s Harlem-themed setting-look for live jazz, blues and poetry performances to match. There's also a barbecue pit in the back where folks are welcome to g... metromix.com
Chicago's Home Of Chicken And Waffles
The menu at this Bronzeville spot offers multiple spins on the waffle-poultry combo; look for livers, giblets and wings in addition to the half-fried chicken, quarter-chicken smothered with gravy and the fried chicken and c... metromix.com
Heaven On Seven On Rush
This Heaven on Seven (the original is in the Loop) has a Michigan Avenue address but you get to it through the building's entrance on Rush Street and up the escalator, which also leads to a multiplex cinema. The restaurant'... metromix.com
Feed
The interior is an ode to hens and eggs and cocks and chicks. Feed features a menu of country comfort that includes WondeRoast rotisserie chicken (oh, so tender, moist and full-flavored), velvety pulled pork in zippy dark r... roadfood.com
Rajun Cajun
This quirky Hyde Park spot specializes in Indian food and soul food. Indian combo meals feature your choice of entree (tandoori chicken, butter chicken, and a host of curries) paired with sides like rice and samosas. Soul f... metromix.com
Ernie's Restaurant
"I feel like home whenever I come to Ernies! I went here with my cousin ( it was her first time) just 2 weeks ago and she went ..." insiderpages.com
Ina's
An extensive collection of quirky salt 'n' pepper shakers, an always-shaded sidewalk cafe and a healthy (but tasty) breakfast menu make Ina's a favorite among West Loop diners. Go for the specialties such as scrapple (two e... metromix.com
Park 52
This Hyde Park spot offers a slightly toned-down version of original partner Jerry Kleiner's signature design style, with larger-than-life fixtures, lush fabrics and a dynamic color scheme. The menu focues on classic Americ... metromix.com
Chick-fil-a
This ever-popular fast-food chain has set up camp in the Gold Coast, where it draws chicken-crazy fans craving its sandwiches, wraps, strips and nuggets. Chick-fil-A has earned raves for its fresh ingredients, especially ch... metromix.com
Leon's Bar-b-que
These ribs are superb: crusty, juicy, infused with hot sauce that has a way of dripping all over one?s lap and front seat upholstery. Heaped upon the meat come good French fries and white bread, both of which serve high pur... roadfood.com