Best places: Meal takeaways in Illinois

Buzzing neighborhood counter-serve spot serving up Chicago-style hot dogs & hand-cut fries to go.

👍 Heard a lot about this place and thought of trying it. Here the USP is Indian style Chinese food that we used to get in the street side food joints in India. I’d not say I didn’t like the food but it’s little pricier than what we expected. Portion size was good. We tried the ginger lamb, crispy Tha...

👍👍 Wow! We found our burger place!!! My husband stopped by after going to Ace. He loved the burger so much he wanted to bring me the next day. I loved the whole experience we both did!! I usually don't like to venture out of my comfort zone and try new styles of burgers... especially anything with onio...

Casual American comfort & gluten-free fare, plus a full bar in art-filled surrounds with a patio.

Bustling, family-owned shop selling coffee & old-fashioned donuts round-the-clock since 1976.

👍 The chicken kebab was excellent! Perfect charring, seasoned wonderfully, and moist. The salads and pita were standard. I LOVED the lamb soup. And the lentil soup was just ok, great on a good rainy day, which it was. I'd definitely go back.

Warm, relaxed spot for Neapolitan pizzas & rustic small plates served alongside beer & global wines.

🫤 I have been coming here for several years. I came to pick up two, turkey bagel sandwiches, and that was all, and was charged $19.34. I explained to the man that I believe I was overcharged as it usually is about 7.95 total per sandwich. He said they went up to $8.16 per sandwich, which still, would...

Simple, orange-hued eatery preparing Mediterranean basics like kebabs, shawarma & salads.

👍👍 What a hidden gem in the suburbs. Everything from the cocktails, the food, to the service was superb. Also, we came here with a big party for a birthday, and it was large enough to accommodate us! First, the cocktails, I really appreciated the unique twist on the cucumber martini with the elderflow...

Laid-back, family-run Italian deli supplying hearty subs & brick-oven pizza, plus pasta & salads.

Veteran pick for chow such as hot dogs & burgers with a mural of famous Chicagoans & arcade games.

Hearty sub sandwiches served in a casual setting inside a small Italian grocery store/deli.

Cafe & espresso bar for eats such as pizza, pasta & panini plus a range of homemade gelato flavors.

Homey locale presenting elegantly plated Spanish & Italian dishes, plus beer & cocktails.

👍👍 Loved it here! Went for brunch, the good and service were great and the panel walls opened up to the beautiful weather outside, such a relaxing and satisfying experience!!

New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.

Traditional, homestyle Italian cooking in a bustling dining room with an old-world feel.