A classic Italian restaurant with a piano bar and musicians complimenting the authentic cuisine eaten in a dimly lit dining room. Portage Park 4441 W. Irving Park Road Chicago, IL 60641 (773) 283-8331

Ina's takes breakfast very seriously, paying close attention to every detail in offering fresh, traditional breakfast fare. West Loop 1235 W. Randolph Street Chicago, IL 60607 (312) 226-8227 Website Premiered 1/17/2003

Acclaimed chef, Shawn McClain presents his interpretation of New-American cooking to Bucktown. Fresh, light and innovative, Spring's menu delicately weaves the flavors of Asia and Europe to represent the embodiment of what is now New-American cuisine. Wicker Park / Bucktown 2039 W. North Avenue Chicago, IL 60647 Premiered 1/10/2003

reshly ground round beefburgers are the signifture of this friendly, casual and kind hearted joint. Since 1954, owner Diran Soulian has been behind this grill, forming a huge following and a legendary burger. Beverly / Mt Greenwood 2116 W. 95th Street Chicago, IL 60643 (773) 445-7218 Premiered 1/10/2003

Real, healthy, homemade food at reasonable prices, for over 35 years. They even make their own bread. 815 Noyes Street Evanston, IL 60201 (847) 864-6000 Premiered 1/10/2003

Mi Tierra provides an authentic Mexican menu with a variety of traditional as well as seafood, chicken and steak items. Their signature dish is the parrillada, (Spanish for grill) which is a table-top grill piled high with a variety of marinated and grilled meats. Accompany your meal with an ice cold bucket filled with bottles of your favorite Mexican beer or the home made refreshing margaritas and sangria prepared with Sauza tequila. Pilsen / Heart of Chicago / Little Village 2528 S. Kedzie Chicago, IL 60623 (773) 254-7722 Premiered 1/3/2003