Chicago Breakfast & Brunch

Romantic

1. Odyssey Cruises

Neighborhood: Near North Side

My bride of 25 years and I went to Chicago to celebrate our special anniversary. I thought a romantic cruise on Lake Mich would be an unforgettable way to spend our last evening there.  The idea...

2. Angelina Ristorante

Neighborhood: Lakeview

to when you're trying to have a romantic or even casual Italian dinner. Thank God I was here with my family and not on a date. Service is mediocre at best. There were NO special dishes off the menu...

3. Jane's

Neighborhood: Bucktown

that can conform to any occasion - romantic dinner, dinner with friends, or business dinner. Unless you rent the place out completely, please don't bring loud parties here. The acoustics do not do nice...

4. Francesca's Fiore

This place is really fantastic.  A bit pricey, but the food is delicious.  The atmosphere is romantic and the wait staff is very friendly.  We started off the meal with bruschetta with fresh...

5. Caffe De Luca

Neighborhood: West Garfield Park

the romantic dinner thing, and went to the Avenue Ale House.  They never let us down and last nite was no exception....

More Romantic in Breakfast & Brunch »

Wine Selection

1. Broadway Cellars

Neighborhood: Edgewater

Nothing like a neighborhood spot that takes care of its local folk!  Broadway Cellars offers decent, affordable food, a great, diverse wine selection, and a number of cheeky promo nights. Burger...

2. Bin Wine Cafe

Neighborhood: Wicker Park

from $12-15 or so.) So I opted for a red wine flight and was pleasantly impressed by the selection. Also got to try the white pizza which was decent and their hand cut fries. Like Bin 36, the fries were...

3. Mrs. Murphy and Sons…

Neighborhood: North Center

Great place to bring a date or spouse to eat.  Can't say much about the bar area but looks like a good selection of beer and wines.  Mussels for apps great, guiness onion suop hits the spot...

4. La Tache

Neighborhood: Andersonville

just tasted like breaded fried chicken. No seasoning, nothing too unusual--and cold. The haricot verts were nice though. And the wine selection was good.  The atmosphere is great. Really cozy, yet sleek...

5. Handlebar

Neighborhood: Wicker Park

I try to eat mostly veg so Handlebar and Sultan's tend to be my neighborhood staples. Great beer + wine selection, and frickin fantastic menu - I've had many items and never been disappointed...

More Wine Selection in Breakfast & Brunch »