Clark Street Dog has served Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood patrons for more than 35 years. Specializing in American cuisine, Clark Street Dog's menu features Philly cheesesteaks, gyros, burgers and naturally, hot dogs. Diners can enjoy bratwurst, old-fashioned Polish sausage and Italian beef, in addition to chicken selections like the chicken Philly sandwich and chicken tenders. Clark Street Dog also features burgers that can be topped with American, cheddar or Swiss cheese. Vegetarians will enjoy the restaurant's meatless selections, which include a "fish" sandwich, grilled cheese and a "shrimp" basket with fries. Complement dinner with a choice of a salad or side dishes like chili fries, mozzarella sticks or onion rings, among several others. Clark Street Dog has baklava, brownies and chocolate chip cookies for dessert.
Clark Street Dog
3040 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-281-6690
clarkstdog.com
Since 2001, the Orange Contemporary Brunch restaurant has served Chicago area patrons brunch meals prepared with organic and local ingredients. Acclaimed in publications like The New York Times and Style Chicago, as well as featured on the Food Network, Orange also has several other locations around Chicago. Open daily until 3 p.m., the restaurant serves pancakes and French toast that can be topped with fresh strawberries, bananas, homemade jelly, vanilla glaze or chocolate chips. Omelets and egg dishes include green eggs and ham, huevos rancheros and eggs Benedict varieties. Orange also features kids' brunch and lunch specials, as well as regular lunch selections like the Reuben sandwich, the California chicken wrap and a veggie burger. Complement meals with soups and salads, or sides like sausage, bacon or fruit.
Orange Contemporary Brunch
3231 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-549-4400
orangerestaurantchicago.com
Mia Francesca has multiple locations around Chicago, including a restaurant in the Lakeview neighborhood where the Briar Street Theatre is located. Specializing in the tastes of Italy's Tuscany region, Mia Francesca features a children's menu as well as a menu of gluten-free selections, in addition to dinner. Begin with appetizers like fried calamari, mussels in spicy tomato sauce or risotto with sausage, and salads as starters. Entrees include grilled salmon, pan-roasted pork chops and sautéed chicken breast, among others. Main dishes also include pizza and pasta dishes like gnocchi and ravioli with spinach.
Mia Francesca
3311 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-281-3310
miafrancesca.com
