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The People's Republic of Evanston

1. Blind Faith Cafe

7.9
525 Dempster St, Evanston, IL
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · 39 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The hot chocolate is superb as a dessert. They put some type of foam on the top, like a hot chocolate cappuccino!

2. Firehouse Grill

7.6
750 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL
American Restaurant · 29 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Interesting selections of beers on tap. If you left room for dessert, try the "Cookie Bucket!"

3. Tapas Barcelona

7.9
1615 Chicago Ave (btwn Davis & Church), Evanston, IL
Tapas Restaurant · 53 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Order the sangria; the fruit garnishes are cubed in the glass. It makes for added flavor to a delicious drink.

4. Edzo's Burger Shop

7.8
1571 Sherman Ave (btwn Davis St & Grove St), Evanston, IL
Burger Joint · 95 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Let me make it easy for you: Old Fries, Nutella Milkshake, and an 8oz. burger with whatever fixins' you like.

Celtic Knot Public House is one of The People's Republic of Evanston.

5. Celtic Knot Public House

626 Church St (btwn Orrington Ave & Chicago Ave), Evanston, IL
Pub · 34 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Fantastic beer list, and very reasonably priced.

6. Unicorn Café

1723 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL
Coffee Shop · 31 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The food here is excellent; try a panini or a bagel, but don't miss the chocolate zucchini bread. It is delectable.

7. That Little Mexican Cafe

1010 Church St (at Maple Ave), Evanston, IL
Mexican Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The nachos are a perfect pre-meal snack to split between two people. Not too big, not too small.

8. Mt. Everest Restaurant

7.4
630 Church St (at Orrington Ave.), Evanston, IL
Indian Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The lunch buffet is awesome! Don't miss the Peas Pulva and the Chicken Makhani if they're available when you're here.

9. Rollin' To Go

910 Noyes St (at Maple Ave), Evanston, IL
Sandwich Spot · 18 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Order the Tony Montana and "SAY HELLO" to a delicious Cuban sandwich!

Cross Rhodes is one of The People's Republic of Evanston.

10. Cross Rhodes

8.3
913 Chicago Ave (at Main St), Evanston, IL
Greek Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Go for the Rhodes Burger, but pay the up-charge and make your fries become Maria Fries. Just $.50 more!

Bat 17 is one of The People's Republic of Evanston.

11. Bat 17

7.6
1709 Benson Ave (at Church St), Evanston, IL
Pub · 68 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Order "The Dude," it's the best sandwich here. You may think otherwise, but that's just like... your opinion, man.

12. Wings Over Evanston

1115 Emerson St (at Ridge Ave), Evanston, IL
Wings Joint · 11 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: While the wings are good, the waffle fries are better. Use your ranch dressing wisely, as there is a very small amount in each container.

13. Clarke's

720 Clark St (btwn Sherman Ave & Orrington Ave), Evanston, IL
Diner · 28 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The milkshake is everything a milkshake should be: creamy, thick, and whichever one of the three flavors (chocolate, vanilla, strawberry) you prefer.

Prairie Moon is one of The People's Republic of Evanston.

14. Prairie Moon

1502 Sherman Ave (at Lake St), Evanston, IL
Bar · 55 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Just follow Pink Floyd's advice: "And if the band you're in starts playing different tunes, get the burger called the Dark Side of the Moon."

15. Kafein

1621 Chicago Ave (at Davis St), Evanston, IL
Café · 38 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The hot chocolate is pretty decent for a coffee shop. This place has a hip, laidback atmosphere.

Hecky's Barbecue is one of The People's Republic of Evanston.

16. Hecky's Barbecue

7.7
1902 Green Bay Rd (at Emerson St.), Evanston, IL
BBQ Joint · 15 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: A huge variety of sodas, delectable rib tips, sauce with a slight kick, and a mac and cheese that is ON POINT. Best Barbecue in Evanston.

17. Andy's Frozen Custard

719 Church St (at Sherman Ave), Evanston, IL
Ice Cream Parlor · 43 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Great dessert spot. After ordering, step to your right and watch the machines churn out new custard.

18. Bistro Bordeaux

618 Church Ave (btwn Chicago Ave & Orrington Ave), Evanston, IL
French Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Go for the Gnocchi Parisienne, which combines French-style gnocchi with pulled lamb shoulder, lamb au jus, and stewed tomatoes. A well-thought out, "home-run" dish.

19. Davis Street Fishmarket

501 Davis St (at Hinman Ave), Evanston, IL
Seafood Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The Ahi Tuna Burger comes with a soy ginger dressing, giving an Asian flair to this seafood dish.

20. Union Pizzeria

9.1
1245 Chicago Ave (btwn Dempster St & Hamilton St), Evanston, IL
Pizzeria · 43 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Give their sausage and sweet pepper pizza a try. It's not deep dish, but it is still delicious pizza in the Chicago area.

21. World of Beer

1601 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL
Bar · 34 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Don't order a Bud Light.

22. Found Kitchen & Social House

1621 Chicago Ave (at Church St), Evanston, IL
New American Restaurant · 48 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The gelato is super sweet here, try some when you order the delicious Stout Float.

Joy Yee's Noodles is one of The People's Republic of Evanston.

23. Joy Yee's Noodles

7.8
521 Davis St (btwn Chicago Ave & Hinman Ave), Evanston, IL
Asian Restaurant · 84 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The lunch specials last until 3:30, offering a wide range of Asian dishes in addition to a small cup of soup and and egg roll for under $10.00.

24. Addis Abeba

1322 Chicago Ave (at Dempster St), Evanston, IL
Ethiopian Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Once you get over the initial shock of eating with your hands (it's actually pretty awesome!), I recommend ordering either the Zilzil Tibs or Doro Tibs entree.

25. The Alcove

512 Main St (btwn Hinman & Chicago), Evanston, IL
Cocktail Bar · 14 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Order an old fashioned and enjoy the atmosphere. The ambiance (especially the music selection) makes you feel like you're in Paris in the 1960s.

26. Chicken Shack

7.6
1925 Ridge Ave (at Garnett Pl), Evanston, IL
Fried Chicken Joint · 26 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The Smokey BBQ sauce is a fantastic addition to any chicken meal. You can choose to get your chicken tossed in it prior to packaging, or you can get containers of sauce to go.

27. Bagel Art

8.1
1307 Chicago Ave (at Sherman Pl), Evanston, IL
Bagel Shop · 23 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The Medieval is a delicious roast beef bagel sandwich (get it heated up), but make sure you have a breath mint; garlic cream cheese + onion = breath catastrophe.

28. Wiener & Still Champion

802 Dempster St (at Sherman Ave), Evanston, IL
Hot Dog Joint · 31 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The Grilled Chicken sandwich was unexceptional. I suggest sticking with the hot dogs, burgers, and fries. Those items are what made this place "the champ."

29. Trattoria Demi

7.2
1571 Sherman Ave (at Davis & Orrington), Evanston, IL
Italian Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: If you get here in time for lunch, order the Chicken Parm sandwich; the portion is huge compared to other dishes, making it a great value. Plus, it's delicious.

30. The Stained Glass

1735 Benson Ave, Evanston, IL
Wine Bar · 20 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: They have an awesome (and ever-changing) appetizer menu. Give it a glance, I'm sure you'll find something you like (i.e. Sauteed Crab Cakes).