Located inside the Westin Chicago North Shore Hotel, this Italian eatery is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. An open kitchen, complete with wood-burning oven, has a counter for guests to sit, eat and watch the magic happen. Dishes include regional Italian fare like antipasti, wood-oven pizzas, rustic pasta dishes and flavorful fish. Cheese, house-made desserts and an extensive wine, bar and cocktail list round out the restaurant's menu.

Aside from the kitchen counter and dining room, the bar also offers seating. It serves up drinks and small plates in addition to sports and black and white Italian films on flat screen TVs.

Average cost: $10-$20