Ample Hills Creamery

“From The Infatuation: Chuko runs the ramen game in Prospect Heights, and if you have a cold, their ramen is a viable alternative to NyQuil. The effect with be the same - especially if you start your meal with pork buns. This place gets busy, and you’ll probably have to wait for a table, but if you don’t mind eating at a bar, you should get seated faster. Also, good news for vegetarians: their vegetarian ramen isn’t bad. Meat-eaters should get the pork and kimchi version, however.”

“Bespoke cocktails in a speakeasy atmosphere. Romantic, lovely garden in warm weather.”

“From The Infatuation: Tom’s is a decades-old breakfast/lunch spot known for its old-timey feel, friendly service, and exceptional pancake selection. Try the ones that look like flat cinnamon rolls. And don’t be afraid to have crab cakes for breakfast. Theirs are deep-fried, and you won’t know if deep-fried shellfish works as a hangover cure until you try it. There might be a wait at brunch, but they also might be handing out free coffee or fries or breakfast sausage to people waiting in line.”

“Easily the most romantic restaurant in the neighborhood. Not cheap, but worth it. Great burger night on Mondays.”

“World-class museum with rotating special exhibitions & free nighttime parties every first Saturday of the month.”