Travel Inspirations

7 Days of BBQ
Put some pork on your fork every day of the week with these seven mouthwatering barbecue joints!   Famous Daves in Orland Park Casual, Family Friendly, Dine-In, To-Go, Catering, Winner of over 650 Awards: Ribs, Brisket, Burgers, Chicken & BBQ Sandwiches, Fu...

A Foodie Tour of the Chicago Southland
The Chicago Southland is a foodie’s paradise. Among its communities are eateries galore—various ethnic specialties, fine dining, brewpubs, casual pubs and cafes, ice cream parlors, pizzerias and much, much more. Not sure where to start? Let us help.  &nbs...

As Seen On TV
Hog Wild in Midlothian was included in the “Best Pork” episode on Chicago’s Best. Known for their super-thick “world famous pork chop,” they also offer a variety of additional BBQ meats, fried shrimp, steak, beef and sausage sandwiches, chicken,...

Breakfast Club
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day! Start your day off right with a scrumptious meal from a Chicago Southland breakfast spot. Chuck’s Southern Comforts Cafe in Burbank serves breakfast every weekend! Sample a specialty like chicken and waffles, Cajun ...

Chicago Southland Cuisine: Pizza, Farm-to-Table, Chicago Style Hot Dogs, Sweet Treats and more.
Chicago Style Hot Dogs What is a Chicago-style Hot Dog? All-beef frankfurter on a steamed poppy seed bun topped with: Yellow mustard Chopped white onions Neon green sweet pickle relish Dill pickle spear Tomato wedges Pickled sport peppers and a dash of celery ...

Chicago Southland Cuisine: World’s Largest Pizzeria
Joe Aurelio founded the original Aurelio’s in 1959 with a small, four table restaurant on Ridge Road in Homewood. By 1977, Aurelio’s had grown so popular that they opened the world's largest pizzeria near its original store in a former 12,000-square-foot indu...

Coffee, Tea & Sweets
Whether you’re looking to jump start your day with a jolt of espresso, sip on some sweet macha midday or pick up some goodies to tame your sweet tooth, the Chicago Southland has no shortage of places to kick back and indulge. COFFEE & TEA THE EDGE COFFEE H...

Dining Al Fresco
Once the weather warms, everyone is itching to spend more time outdoors. But being outside doesn’t have to mean hiking through forests or fields. Incorporate some time outside with a leisurely al fresco meal at one of Chicago Southland’s dining establishments. ...

Get A Taste Of Ethnic Diversity
Much like the nearby city of Chicago, the Southland is a melting pot of cultures, which is apparent in the large variety of cuisine you’ll find in the suburbs. No matter what you are craving or what new style of food you’d like to try, you’re sure to find i...

Hot Coffee and Chill Time
Looking for a place where you can slow down and relax with a cup of coffee and lounge while you sip, or where you can pull out your laptop to get some work done and have a cup of fuel at the ready? While there is no shortage of fast-food, fast -casual or cafe chains where yo...

Let Your Taste Buds Take Flight
Sometimes you just want to sip and sample, rather than guzzling a pint or finishing off a full cocktail or bottle of wine. That’s when it’s time to order a flight, which is an assortment of one type of food or beverage. A concept that has been available in brewer...

Old School Eats
When you’re hungry, sometimes you can’t wait to make your way to a trendy new spot, but other times you just want to head to a cozy eatery that feels more old-school - one that has been around for decades and serving up comforting cuisine in a place that feels an...

Pizza Tour
You could easily come to the Chicago Southland, eat pizza every day for a year and not duplicate your pizza order. There are scores of restaurants serving up this Chicago specialty in various forms - cracker thin, stuffed, pan pizza, deep dish, calzone - with a huge selectio...

Regional Specialties
You may think that Chicagoland is all about pizza, but it’s not the only delicious food associated with this great region of the Midwest. This metropolitan area is a melting pot of cultures and each nationality has made contributions in the culinary landscape of the ar...

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
Enjoy the sweeter side of life in the Chicago Southland, whether your weakness is ice cream sundaes, chocolate covered nuts or gooey pastries. Some of the best sweets in the Chicago area can be found here. Andy’s Frozen Custard, Burbank  Few can resist the all...

Seasonal Outdoor Dining
When the sun shines on Chicago Southland, take advantage of the beautiful moment and dine alfresco. The following restaurants offer outdoor dining to enjoy great weather and even better entrees. 9 Dots Bar & Bites, Bedford Park A-Fusion, Matteson American Gri...

That's Amore!
If there’s one culinary staple that the Chicago Southland is known for, it would be pizza. The debate could go on forever about deep dish vs. thin crust, but there’s no need to take sides. We have them both! So when in the Southland, you might want to wear your s...

The Simple Pleasure of Brunch
It’s the weekend. You sleep in. You roll out of bed well-rested and hungry but in no hurry to get anywhere. Do you want breakfast? Do you want lunch? Do you want a cocktail with it? Weekend brunch gives you lots of options and a chance to relax and sip and dine with sp...

Veg Out!
Calling all vegetarians, vegans and gluten-sensitive diners! With hundreds of local restaurants to choose from, the dining options in the Chicago Southland are delicious and diverse. Our local eateries cater to a wide variety of taste buds and food preferences. Check out the...

We All Scream for Ice Cream!!!
What tastes better on a sweltering summer day than a scoop of frosty ice cream? For summer days and beyond when that sweet tooth gives you a nudge for an icy sweet treat, you’ll want to keep these places in mind. Some offer a nostalgic setting, some churn their own, so...