Offering a friendly Bavarian atmosphere where friends and family of all ages can enjoy a good meal, a stein of cold beer and dance along to the sounds of the world famous Brauhaus Trio. It is always Oktoberfest at the Chicago Brauhaus. Lincoln Square 4732 N. Lincoln Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 784-4444 Premiered 1/9/2004

A super tiny storefront Persian restaurant with a cozy ambience and authentic kabab. Albany Park 4661 N Kedzie Ave Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 279-8899 Premiered 1/9/2004

Located within Lincoln Park, at the edge of a pond overlooking Chicago's dramatic skyline, North Pond can easily claim the city's loveliest setting. Inspired by the market, Chef Bruce Sherman utilizes exceptional ingredients at the height of their season and brings them to a beautiful culmination on your plate. Lincoln Park 2610 N. Cannon Dr. Chicago, IL 60657 (773) 477-5845 Premiered 1/9/2004

CLOSED and reopened as Quince. Evanston 1625 Hinman Ave. Evanston, IL 60201 Premiered 1/16/2004

Retro feel with good eats. You can't get a regular sized dog here, they only come in "super". Once you go Superdawg, you never go back. Eat at an outside table or in your car. Norwood Park 6363 N. Milwaukee Ave Chicago, IL 60646 (773) 478-7800 Premiered 1/16/2004

Cafe Matou occupies two storefronts and is cozy and inviting. Rooms have rustic brick walls, warm woods, high ceilings, comfy green leather chairs, colorful, original artwork by local artists, and full-length windows that overlook the street and open in fair weather. Wicker Park / Bucktown 1846 N Milwaukee Ave Chicago, IL 60647 Premiered 1/16/2004