An inexpensive Chinese seafood restaurant with food that is delicious without being flashy. Try the shark-fin at market price. Chinatown 211 W. 22nd Place Chicago, IL 60616 Premiered 11/20/2001

Come into Manny's any day and expect to get into a line moving quickly through this cafeteria-style Chicago institution. Little Italy 1141 S. Jefferson Chicago, IL 60607 (312) 939-2855 Premiered 11/20/2001

A throwback to the old days steak house. Think fans of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Dress is generally business nice or similar. River North 500 N. Franklin Chicago, IL 60610 (312) 527-3718 Premiered 11/20/2001

The food at Ixcapuzalco is High Mexican, meaning authentic, with entrees featuring duck, chicken, and quail. 2919 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 486-7340 Premiered 11/27/2001

While the decor of this establishment is a celebration of all things kitsch, the menu moves past vintage and to offer modern flavors. Roscoe Village 2005 W. Roscoe Chicago, IL 60618 (773) 248-7372 Premiered 11/27/2001

The atmosphere of this contemporary Wicker Park breakfast joint will draw you back as a regular. Wicker Park / Bucktown 1470 N. Milwaukee Ave Chicago, IL 60622 (773) 489-0690 Premiered 11/27/2001