Seasonal and holiday pastry displays fill the window, drawing customers into this popular German konditorei specializing in fancy pastries, baked goods, cookies and marzipan creations. Pass through the bakery to the cafe, where meals are served with Old World refinement at linen-draped tables that make you feel you're visiting your grandmother. Lincoln Square 2458 W. Montrose Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 478-7785 Premiered 10/9/2001

Dixie Kitchen & Bait Shop Hyde Park is the original location of this popular Cajun, Creole, and Southern restaurant known for its Gumbo and Catfish and the inspiration for opening Dixie Kitchens in Evanston and Lansing. Hyde Park / University Of Chicago 5225 South Harper Avenue Chicago, IL 60615

This fast-food joint specializing in Chicago-style hot dogs and cheese fries is a classic late-night, post-bar stop. Lincoln Park 2622 N. Clark Street Chicago, IL 60614 (773) 477-7444 Premiered 10/2/2001

Zia’s Trattoria offers traditional Italian cuisine in a rustic setting. Edison Park 6699 N. Northwest Hwy. Edison Park, IL 60631 (773) 775-0808 Premiered 8/14/2001

For 30 years, gourmands, food critics, and simply those who love the cuisine at Le Titi have traveled to this gem of a restaurant. Le Titi de Paris, located in suburban Chicago, is renowned for its excellence in French cuisine and expert service. Arlington Heights 1015 W. Dundee Road Arlington Heights, IL 60004 (847) 506-0222 Premiered 10/2/2001

Le Bouchon offers an elegantly prepared French dining experience, but at the perfect bistro price. Regional French wines are also available. Bucktown 1958 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 60647 (773) 862-6600 Premiered 8/14/2001