A La Turka strives to provide the visitor with a cozy, engaging dining experience while delivering some of the finest in Turkish kitchen selections. In addition to normal tables, they have a number of tables with traditional floor cushion seating. To extend your experience, stop by the Hookah Bar on the 2nd floor for an after dinner drink while enjoying hookah. (Since A La Turka was reviewed, it is now Sofra Turkish Kitchen and under new management.) Lakeview 3134 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60657 (773) 935-6101 Premiered 10/6/2006

Le Lan seats 90 & features a unique French/Vietnamese cuisine fusing the talents of 3 of Chicago's most renowned four star chef's Roland Liccioni, Bill Kim, and Arun Sampanthavivat. River North 749 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL 60610 Premiered 10/6/2006

This family run, award winning restaurant specializes in authentic veal, steak, pasta, and fresh seafood creations for lunch and dinner. Established in 1961 by Ben and Nina Calderone. Oak Lawn 4849 W. 95th St. Oak Lawn, IL 60453 (708) 425-6262 Premiered 10/6/2006

Cuatro strives to bring the traditional flavors of Latin America and Caribbean cuisines in a modern, yet down-to-earth fashion. Their approach is one of simplicity and boldness of flavors with an emphasis on popular mexican cooking. South Loop 2030 S. Wabash Chicago, IL 60616 Premiered 10/13/2006

A family run rib joint with a firey secret sauce. The location is much bigger than where they first opened, so expect to enjoy your food and classic sides while admiring their custom made 8-foot smoker. Humboldt Park 2241 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60647 (773) 227-5130 Premiered 10/13/2006

A small Italian eatery backed by a chef Theo Gilbert, who uses fresh, organic and local ingredients for his flavors. Roscoe Village 1851 W. Addison Chicago, IL 60613 (773) 248-2777 Premiered 10/13/2006