This longtime Algonquin favorite, always seeking something novel, is setting out to capture new diners while still maintaining the atmosphere and service that have made it a hallmark for five decades. See what's in store. ...

Chef Zak Dolezal offers health-conscious options at Duke's Alehouse, in Crystal Lake. Discover what stands out on the menu. ...

Meet Kevin Gillespie, the new executive chef of Atwater's at The Herrington Inn & Spa. Everything he makes is from scratch. ...

With its evolving menu, comfort food has remained the staple of this cozy Sycamore restaurant for more than a decade. ...

This Crystal Lake eatery offers a diverse menu of popular pub dishes, each of which has received a personal twist from a couple of creative chefs. ...

Meet an engaging restaurateur who's leaving his own imprint on the Elgin dining scene and attracting patrons from around the region. ...

This Crystal Lake bakery-cafe is known for delicious treats as well as artisanal wines and cheeses, all served in a European-style setting. ...

Asian cuisine takes an experimental twist at this sophisticated restaurant's three locations. Learn about this popular new dining-made-social hotspot and the minds behind it. ...

High-quality locally brewed beer meets with one-of-a-kind locally sourced dishes at this best-kept-secret in downtown Cary. ...

Discover a Hoffman Estates restaurant where local and seasonal cuisine prevail, where the ambience feels like a "downtown restaurant in the suburubs," and the OTB room keeps things exciting. ...