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Restaurants in Evanston

Discover the best restaurants in Evanston. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

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illinois/evanston/restaurant/kabul-house-restaurant

Kabul House Restaurant

Experience the rich flavors of Afghanistan at Kabul House Restaurant in Evanston—your destination for authentic Afghani cuisine.

2424 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60202
4.4 Very Good 1,993 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/peckish-pig

Peckish Pig

Discover Peckish Pig: A must-visit gastropub in Evanston offering creative American dishes and craft beverages in a lively atmosphere.

623 W Howard St, Evanston, IL 60202
4.4 Very Good 1,431 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/cupitol-coffee-eatery-evanston

Cupitol Coffee & Eatery (Evanston)

Experience the charm of Cupitol Coffee & Eatery in Evanston – where delicious food meets vibrant community spirit.

812 Grove St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.5 Excellent 1,675 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/tapas-barcelona

Tapas Barcelona

Discover authentic Spanish cuisine at Tapas Barcelona - where every bite tells a story of culinary tradition.

1615 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.4 Very Good 983 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/koi-fine-asian-cuisine-lounge

Koi Fine Asian Cuisine & Lounge

Experience the vibrant tastes of Asia at Koi Fine Asian Cuisine & Lounge in Evanston – where culinary tradition meets modern innovation.

624 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.2 Very Good 740 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/bat-17

Bat 17

Discover the vibrant atmosphere of Bat 17 in Evanston - where delicious sandwiches meet lively sports entertainment.

1709 Benson Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.3 Very Good 952 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/blind-faith-cafe

Blind Faith Cafe

Discover delicious vegan and vegetarian cuisine at Blind Faith Cafe in Evanston—where flavor meets wholesome ingredients.

525 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.5 Excellent 863 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/le-peep-evanston

Le Peep Evanston

Discover the best breakfast in Evanston at Le Peep – where delicious meals meet a cozy atmosphere.

827 Church St, Evanston, IL 60202
4.4 Very Good 1,018 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/table-to-stix-ramen

Table to Stix Ramen

Savor the essence of Japan at Table to Stix Ramen in Evanston - where authentic flavors meet modern dining.

1007 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.5 Excellent 586 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/firehouse-grill

Firehouse Grill

Discover Firehouse Grill in Evanston: where historic charm meets delicious American cuisine in a cozy setting perfect for any occasion.

750 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
4 Very Good 524 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/oceanique

Oceanique

Discover Oceanique: Evanston's premier fine dining destination specializing in exquisite seafood with an American-Asian fusion twist.

505 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202
4.6 Excellent 256 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/the-barn-steakhouse

The Barn Steakhouse

Experience exceptional dining at The Barn Steakhouse in Evanston - where gourmet steaks meet impeccable service.

1016 Church St Rear, Evanston, IL 60201
4.6 Excellent 428 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/taco-diablo

Taco Diablo

Experience authentic Mexican cuisine at Taco Diablo in Evanston - where every dish bursts with flavor and creativity.

1026b Davis St A, Evanston, IL 60201
4.4 Very Good 844 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/ovo-frito-cafe

Ovo Frito Cafe

Discover Ovo Frito Cafe in Evanston - where delicious breakfasts meet cozy ambiance and diverse menus catering to all tastes.

1936 Maple Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.7 Excellent 739 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/peppercorns-kitchen

Peppercorns Kitchen

Discover the vibrant flavors of Sichuan cuisine at Peppercorns Kitchen in Evanston, IL—where every dish tells a story.

620 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.2 Very Good 494 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/nakorn-urban-thai-evanston

NaKorn Urban Thai (Evanston)

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand at NaKorn Urban Thai in Evanston - where tradition meets modern dining.

1622 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.5 Excellent 319 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/stacked-folded-social-house-in-evanston

Stacked & Folded Social House in Evanston

Discover flavorful sandwiches and fresh salads at Stacked & Folded Social House in Evanston – where taste meets community spirit.

824 Noyes St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.4 Very Good 311 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/lucky-platter

Lucky Platter

Experience the vibrant flavors of America at Lucky Platter in Evanston - a top spot for breakfast, brunch & lunch!

514 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202
4.5 Excellent 955 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/shinsen

Shinsen

Experience authentic Japanese cuisine at Shinsen in Evanston, where sushi meets barbecue in a vibrant dining atmosphere.

1322 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.6 Excellent 235 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/bluestone

Bluestone

Discover the flavors of America at Bluestone in Evanston—where exceptional cuisine meets a welcoming bar atmosphere.

1932 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.4 Very Good 496 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/trattoria-d-o-c

Trattoria D.O.C.

Experience authentic Italian cuisine at Trattoria D.O.C., featuring exquisite pizzas, fresh seafood dishes, and an extensive wine selection in Evanston.

706 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202
4.4 Very Good 438 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/five-dime

Five & Dime

Discover the vibrant flavors at Five & Dime in Evanston – where great food meets warm hospitality in an inviting atmosphere.

1026 Davis St Upstairs, Evanston, IL 60201
4.5 Excellent 611 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/frida-s-breakfast-and-lunch

Frida's Breakfast and Lunch

Experience delightful breakfasts and lunches at Frida's in Evanston - where every meal is a celebration of flavor.

618 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.6 Excellent 409 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/la-cocinita-restaurant

La Cocinita Restaurant

Discover authentic Venezuelan flavors at La Cocinita Restaurant in Evanston – where every bite tells a story.

1625 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.5 Excellent 306 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/prairie-moon

Prairie Moon

Discover Prairie Moon: A vibrant American restaurant offering delicious burgers and fresh seafood in the heart of Evanston.

1635 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.3 Very Good 706 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/la-principal

La Principal

Savor the vibrant flavors of Mexico at La Principal - Evanston's top destination for authentic Mexican cuisine and craft cocktails.

700 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202
4.4 Very Good 585 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/dozika-restaurant

Dozika Restaurant

Discover Dozika Restaurant: A haven for sushi lovers and Asian cuisine enthusiasts in Evanston, offering fresh flavors and a welcoming atmosphere.

601 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.6 Excellent 139 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/mid-kitchen

Mid Kitchen

Experience a nutritious twist on breakfast at Mid Kitchen in Evanston – your go-to spot for healthy vegan and gluten-free options.

1512 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.4 Very Good 225 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/tomo-japanese-street-food

TOMO Japanese Street Food

Discover authentic Japanese street food at TOMO in Evanston – where tradition meets modern dining for an unforgettable taste experience.

1726 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.5 Excellent 149 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/jilly-s-cafe

Jilly's Cafe

Discover Jilly's Cafe: A cozy dining haven in Evanston serving delicious French-American cuisine with a vibrant bar atmosphere.

2614 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL 60201
4.4 Very Good 159 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/koco-table-evanston

Koco Table Evanston

Discover authentic Asian flavors at Koco Table in Evanston - where fresh ingredients meet culinary creativity.

720 1/2 Clark St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.1 Very Good 235 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/trattoria-demi

Trattoria Demi

Discover authentic Italian cuisine at Trattoria Demi in Evanston - where every meal is a celebration of flavor and tradition.

1571 Sherman Ave Ste 1, Evanston, IL 60201
4.7 Excellent 704 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/soul-smoke-evanston

Soul & Smoke Evanston

Experience the heart of American cuisine at Soul & Smoke Evanston, where barbecue meets soul food in a warm and inviting setting.

1601 Payne St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.1 Very Good 368 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/elephant-vine

elephant + vine

Explore vibrant vegan cuisine at Elephant + Vine in Evanston—where fresh ingredients meet culinary creativity in every delicious dish.

719 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.3 Very Good 180 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/mt-everest-restaurant

Mt. Everest Restaurant

Experience the rich flavors of Indian and Nepalese cuisine at Mt. Everest Restaurant in Evanston - a true culinary delight.

630 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.2 Very Good 593 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/ten-mile-house

Ten Mile House

Discover the best American cuisine at Ten Mile House - your go-to spot for barbecue, breakfast favorites, and gourmet pizza in Evanston.

1700 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.3 Very Good 557 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/letour

LeTour

Experience authentic French cuisine at LeTour in Evanston - where every dish tells a story of tradition and flavor.

625 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.3 Very Good 149 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/habibi-in-mediterranean-grill

Habibi In Mediterranean Grill

Savor authentic Mediterranean cuisine at Habibi In Mediterranean Grill in Evanston, offering delicious dishes from halal kebabs to fresh salads.

825 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.7 Excellent 481 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/reza-s-restaurant-evanston

Reza's Restaurant- Evanston

Discover authentic Persian flavors at Reza's Restaurant in Evanston - a delightful stop for food lovers seeking cultural cuisine.

1557 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4 Very Good 161 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/alcove-evanston

Alcove - Evanston

Discover exceptional cuisine at Alcove - Evanston, where culinary artistry meets fine dining in a charming atmosphere.

1625 Maple Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.4 Very Good 152 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/campagnola

Campagnola

Experience authentic Italian cuisine at Campagnola in Evanston – where every dish tells a story of tradition and flavor.

815 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
4.6 Excellent 317 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/lulu-s

Lulu's

Experience the vibrant flavors of Asia at Lulu's in Evanston—where culinary traditions meet modern fusion dining.

1026 Davis St C, Evanston, IL 60201
4.3 Very Good 193 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/zentli

Zentli

Experience vibrant Mexican cuisine at Zentli in Evanston – where tradition meets modern culinary artistry for an unforgettable dining adventure.

1813 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.7 Excellent 134 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/cross-rhodes-restaurant

Cross-Rhodes Restaurant

Experience authentic Greek flavors at Cross-Rhodes Restaurant in Evanston – where every dish tells a story.

913 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
4.5 Excellent 556 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/dave-s-italian-kitchen

Dave's Italian Kitchen

Experience authentic Italian cuisine at Dave's Italian Kitchen in Evanston - where every meal feels like a celebration of flavors.

815 Noyes St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.5 Excellent 376 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/picnic

Picnic

Experience fresh flavors at Picnic in Evanston – where local ingredients meet culinary creativity for an unforgettable dining experience.

1619B Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.8 Excellent 90 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/spice-restaurant

Spice Restaurant

Experience authentic Jamaican flavors blended with American favorites at Spice Restaurant in Evanston - a must-visit dining destination.

1905 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.8 Excellent 32 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/the-fat-shallot-evanston

The Fat Shallot Evanston

Experience gourmet American cuisine at The Fat Shallot in Evanston – where comfort food meets creativity!

2902 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.8 Excellent 46 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/jennifer-s-edibles-restaurant

Jennifer's Edibles Restaurant

Savor delightful dishes at Jennifer's Edibles Restaurant in Evanston - where fresh ingredients meet affordable prices in a cozy atmosphere.

1623 Simpson St, Evanston, IL 60201
4.5 Excellent 165 reviews
illinois/evanston/restaurant/pasta-luna

Pasta Luna

Savor authentic Italian cuisine at Pasta Luna in Evanston—delicious pasta dishes delivered with passion and flavor.

1635 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
4.2 Very Good 18 reviews

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