1800 Club 1800 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-733-7900, Featuring burgers, sandwiches, and appetizers in a club setting. Offers live music nightly. 

Annam Cafe 724 Clark St., Evanston, IL 60201, 847-492-0631, Offering wonderful authentic Vietnamese cuisine served in a small storefront restaurant. 

Blind Faith Cafe 525 Dempster St., Evanston, IL 60201, 847-328-6875, The midwest's oldest and largest vegetarian restaurant featuring a delicious variety of cuisines from around the world. 

Blue Sapphire 1709 Benson, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-475-9374, Serving traditional Thai dishes including Pad Thai and Curry noodles in downtown Evanston. Offers excellent vegetarian dishes. 

Buffalo Joe's 812 Clark Street, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-328-5525, A local favorite for burgers and wings. "Spicy best describes it."  

Cafe Express 615 Dempster Street, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-864-1868, Cafe Express offer a full menu featuring continental breakfasts, light lunches, and desserts in real coffeehouse style. 

Campagnola 815 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202, 847-475-6100, Featuring a variety of entrees and pasta prepared with fresh organic ingredients in an amazing atmosphere. 

Cross-Rhodes 913 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202, 847-475-4475, A Greek diner serving specialties such as gyros, feta burgers, and souvlaki. 

Daruma Japanese Restaurant 2901 Central St., Evanston, IL 60201, 847-864-6633, Offering sushi and and other traditional Japanese dishes. 

Firehouse Grill 750 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202, 847-733-1911, Located in a refurbished fire station, this restaurant features a variety of entrees, sandwiches, burgers, and appetizers. 

Jilly's Cafe 2614 Green Bay Road, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-869-7636, Quaint bistro serving a diverse menu and delicious homemade pastries. Jilly's is available for private parties and reservations are recommended. Don't miss the Sunday champagne brunch. 

Kuni's Japanese Restaurant 511 Main St., Evanston, IL 60202, 847-328-2004, Japanese restaurant featuring a sushi bar and fresh fish in a comfortable decor. 

Lucky Platter 514 Main Street, Evanston, IL 60202, 847-869-4064, The menu at Lucky Platter features delicious options ranging from omlettes and pizza to jambalaya and fajitas. 

Lupita's 700 Main St., Evanston, IL 60202, 847-328-2255, Casual restaurant specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine. The decor is authentic with photographs from Cuernabca, Mexico. 

Mandarin Garden 1022 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-869-9464, Mandarin Garden offers classic Chinese dishes including sweet and sour chicken, kung pao beef and egg rolls. 

Mandarin House 819 Noyes Street, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-869-4344, Offers traditional Chinese fare.  

May Wah Restaurant 1931 Central St., Evanston, IL 60201, 847-328-8881, Specializing in Cantonese-style Chinese cuisine. Conveniently located in the heart of the popular Central Street shopping district. 

Mustard's Last Stand 1613 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-864-2700, Known for its great hamburgers and char dogs, this local eatery is a great place to take the family. 

New Japan Restaurant 1322 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-475-5980, An Evanston favorite serving the best sushi on the North Shore. 

Noodle Garden 1241 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-332-2775, Offers traditional Thai dishes. Specialties include Pad Thai, Tom Yum Noodle, Curry, and Garlic Chicken. 

Noyes Street Cafe 828 Noyes Street, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-475-8683, Serves lunch, dinner and weekend brunch with a lot of Greek and Italian specials. Be sure to ask your server about new selections, daily specials, and special chef's creations.  

Oceanique 505 Main St., Evanston, IL 60202, 847-864-3435, Specializing in fresh seafood preparations such as Maine halibut, French turbot and shrimp, and rack of lambs. 

Wiener and Still Champion 802 West Dempster Street, Evanston, IL 60202, 847-869-0100, Serving great burgers, hot dogs, beefs and fresh-cut fries since 1975.

Quince Restaurant 1625 Hinman Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-570-8103, Quince serves contemporary American cuisine, in a lively and comfortable setting near downtown Evanston, at an approachable price.

Symphony's Cafe 1945 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201, 847-475-1200, Stop by for a made-to-order omelet for breakfast, or check out fresh seafood offerings, steaks, veal and chicken on the dinner menu. Veggie entrees, sandwiches and salads are also available. Generous dinner portions are served with soup or salad and garlic bread.