1. The Dawson
8.6
732 W Grand Ave (at N Halsted St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton River District · 96 tips and reviews
Redeye Chicago: The BBQ Bloody offers plenty of kick, blending vodka, Dr. Pepper barbecue sauce, tomato, cheddar, jalapeno and onion. If whiskey's more your style, try the Brunch Manhattan. Read more.
L K: Nice selection of unique beers. A bit expensive, high end. Good wine selection. Excellent atmosphere. Don't forget to check out the upstairs.
Serious Eats: You'll find cocktails, a daily dram, and an assortment of non-alcoholic concoctions from an in-house soda jerk here.
5. Nori
8.8
1235 W Devon Ave (at Magnolia Ave), Chicago, IL
Sushi Restaurant · Edgewater · 15 tips and reviews
Ryan Glover: Nigiri is killer. Hamachi, Ebi, and Tuna never let down. Simple maki like Negihama roll are great, too.
Michelle Vrkljan: Had sushi for the first time :3 it was awesome! Definitely recommend this place!
Alison K.: Spicy miso soup!
Tarun Anjan: Recommend the San Clemente Sandwich on pretzel bread - add jalapeños & Onions
Cheapism: Try unique and healthy lunch sandwiches for under $6, and that includes a choice of a side. Read more: http://www.cheapism.com/p/cheap-downtown-chicago-restaurants.mhtml#ixzz2kQd7jC8w
Steph McG: The chimichurri alone makes this place great- add to endless, good for you options and you've got a better than avg. Lunch place
12. Windy City Gyros
8.7
3932 N Broadway St (at Clarendon Ave.), Chicago, IL
Hot Dog Joint · Lakeview · 25 tips and reviews
Ron Willis: Love the Grilled Chicken Pita my favorite spot for that and they open late
Jason T: It's pronounced YEAR-OH not jyro
Serious Eats: The gyro meat is some of the crispiest around, cooked until it's deeply caramelized and brown. The whole package is an absolute mess, but it's one that's done right.