Dining
There are many restaurants within walking distance of the Hotel Orrington and Northwestern University campus. The following is a list of our recommendations, divided into three categories: On-Campus, Downtown Evanston and South Evanston.
On-Campus: Norris University Center
(5-Minute Walk North from McCormick Tribune Center)
Norris Center Food Court
1999 Campus Drive
847-467-6111
www.northwestern.edu/nucuisine/locations/norris.html
Located in the basement of Norris University Center. A variety of a la carte dining, from Sbarro's pizza slices to fresh crepes at Crepe Bistro and sushi. Willie's food court also offers a salad bar. Prices vary. Open for lunch and dinner.
Starbucks
Norris University Center
1999 Campus Drive
Starbucks is located on the first floor of the Norris Center, 5 minutes walk north from McCormick Tribune Center. Open from 8am-9pm on Friday and 9am-9pm on Saturday.
Downtown Evanston
(All Within 4 Blocks of Hotel Orrington)
Cozy Noodles and Rice
1018 Davis Street
847-733-0101
www.cozynoodles.com
Great casual Thai restaurant with classic favorites on the menu. Bright, casual and fun atmosphere. BYOB with liquor store directly across the street.
Entrees range in price from $7 to $10.
Dixie Kitchen and Bait Shop
825 Church Street
847-733-9030
www.dixiekitchenchicago.com
Cajun and Southern cooking and comfort food favorites.
Casual atmosphere with reasonable prices. Great fried green tomatoes and catfish.
Entrees range from $9 to $14.
Flat Top Grill
707 Church Street
847-570-0100
www.flattopgrill.com
Create your own stir-fry restaurant. Wide variety of sauces, protein choices and vegetable options. Full appetizer menu. Casual atmosphere,.
All you can eat.
Reservations accepted.
Gio
1631 Chicago Avenue
847-869-3900
italianrestaurants-chicago.com
Classic Italian menu, including authentic Roman-style pizza.
Entrees range from $11 to $20.
Reservations recommended.
Koi
624 Davis Street
847-866-6969
www.koievanston.com
Combination Chinese and Sushi restaurant. Elegant atmosphere. Well-crafted Chinese dishes. Assortment of Saki offerings on drink menu.
Chinese entrees range from $10 to $19. Sushi dishes are more expensive.
La petite Amelia
618 Church Street
847-328-3333
www.lapetiteamelia.com/index2.html
Good French bistro in an upscale casual atmosphere. Great moules frites and onion soup.
Entrees range from $16 to $22. Interesting and resonable wine list.
Le Peep
827 Church Street
847-328-4880
www.lepeep.com
Breakfast and Lunch
Reasonable Prices. Closes at 2:30pm.
Mt. Everest Restaurant
630 Church Street
847-491-1069
www.mteverestrestaurant.com
Casual yet elegant Indian restaurant serving traditional Indian favorites.
Prices range from $7 to $25 for entrees including seafood specialties. Buffet dinner is also very reasonable.
Directly across the street from the Evanston Public Library.
OMaggio
1639 Orrington Avenue
847-570-0500
www.omaggiorestaurant.com/index2.html
Specializing in a rotating monthly menu inspired by Italy's culinary regions. Excellent pizzas at reasonable prices.
Pete Miller's Steak House
1557 Sherman Avenue
847-328-0899
www.petemillers.com
Traditional American Food and Steak. Live jazz music on the weekends.
Entrees range from $10 to $45.
Reservations recommended
Quince at the Homestead
Inside of the Homestead Hotel
1625 Hinman Ave
847-570-8400
www.quincerestaurant.net
Upscale American cuisine in an elegant atmosphere.
Prices range from $14 – 30 for entrees.
Reservations recommended.
Stain Glass
1735 Benson Ave
847-864-8600
www.thestainedglass.com
Sophisticated menu with an upscale ambience.
Wide variety of cold and hot appetizers. Entrees range from $15 to $30.
Reservations recommended.
Tapas Barcelona
1615 Chicago Avenue
847-866-9900
www.tapasbarcelona.com
Spanish small plates and paella in an eclectically Spanish atmosphere. Wonderful desserts.
Prices range from $5 to $17.
Reservations recommended.
South Evanston
(Transportation Required)
Blind Faith Café
525 Dempster Street
847-328-6875
www.blindfaithcafe.com
Vegetarian restaurant and bakery. Eclectic menu from pasta to various asian dishes and sandwiches and soups. Casual atmosphere.
Reservations accepted but not required for parties of 6 or more.
Two blocks east of Dempster El stop.
Campagnola
815 Chicago Avenue
847-475-6100
www.campagnolarestaurant.com
Upscale northern Italian restaurant. Elegant atmosphere.
Reservations recommended.
Across the street from the Main Street El stop.
Trattoria Doc
706 Main St
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 475-1111
www.trattoria-doc.com
Casual yet elegant Italian restaurant. Specializes in thin-crust, wood-fired gourmet pizza with over 30 varieties. Also pasta and seafood entrees available.
Prices range from $16 to $25.
West on Main Street from the Main Street El stop.
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