American Restaurants in Illinois

When Guy Fieri’s iconic red Camaro rolls into the Land of Lincoln, it heads straight for the Windy City, where 6 of Illinois’s 7 featured restaurants call Chicago home. Since 2008, Triple D has uncovered some seriously flavorful gems in this Midwestern metropolis, and the numbers speak for themselves—an impressive 4.6 average star rating across all featured spots.

Leading the pack is Omarcito’s Latin Cafe, earning a stellar 4.9 stars with dishes that transport diners straight to the Caribbean. Not far behind, Irazu brings Costa Rican flavors to Chicago’s streets with a 4.7-star rating, while 90 Miles Cuban Cafe rounds out the top three, delivering authentic Cuban cuisine that keeps locals coming back for more.

With 6 restaurants still serving up the goods (only one has closed its doors), Illinois remains a reliable destination for Flavortown enthusiasts. From Chicago’s diverse neighborhoods to the single standout in Wadsworth, these American eateries prove that Guy knows exactly where to find the most craveable bites in the Prairie State.