Nuevo Leon Restaurant opened in the heart of Pilsen Mexican community by the Gutierrez family in 1962. Pilsen / Heart of Chicago / Little Village 1515 W. 18th Street Chicago, IL 60608 (312) 421-1517 Premiered 10/17/2002

N9NE mixes the best elements of a classic Chicago steakhouse with a contemporary American flair in both the menu and design. West Loop 440 W. Randolph Street Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 575-9900 Premiered 10/10/2002

Set in a restored mansion, with Victorian decor that dazzles, this country French beauty has a loyal following. A great meal at a great value. Indiana 302 S. Main Street Crown Point, IN 46307 Premiered 10/10/2002

Dixieland and zydeco music draw guests in to a screened-in dining section of Dixie Kitchen where 1940s and '50s flea-market treasures complement the Cajun and southern fare. Hyde Park / University Of Chicago 5225 S. Harper Avenue Chicago, IL 60615 Premiered 1/8/2002

Try the many healthy options at the cafeteria inside Northwestern Memorial Hospital. This hospital food will keep you coming back for more. Gold Coast 251 E. Huron Street Northwestern Memorial Hospital Chicago, IL 60611 (312) 926-2000 Premiered 1/8/2002

Caponies Trattoria is a family owned business (actually two families) located in the heart of Chicago's "Little Italy". They offer wood-fired pizza and many delicious pasta and Italian desserts. Dunning 7419 W. Irving Park Chicago, IL 60634 (773) 804-9024 Premiered 1/29/200