Must try appetizers, entrees, desserts or cocktails available at
local Fox Valley restaurants.
(Above: Italian Farm Salad from Gia Mia.)
Croque Madame
Only available during Sunday brunch, The Graceful Ordinary’s Croque Madame is simple, satisfying, and features all the best parts of breakfast in one dish! Chef Chris Curren prepares this elevated take on an open-face ham & cheese sandwich with thinly sliced prosciutto, creamy Mornay sauce, Gruyere cheese and a perfectly runny, sunny-side-up egg. For maximum enjoyment, savor each bite of this salty, savory plate with a sipper from TGO’s cocktail menu.
The Graceful Ordinary
3 E. Main Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
1-331-235-5803
Carbonara Fritti
Linguine, Pecorino, Smoked Bacon & Crispy Prosciutto.
Ella’s Italian Pub
407 S. 3rd Street
Geneva, IL 60134
1-630-457-1115
Berkshire Pork Chop
12 oz French Cut, farro risotto, roasted butternut squash, goat cheese, charred baby peppers and apple gastrique.
Entourage
796 Illinois Route 59
Naperville, IL 60540
1-630-999-8980
Italian Farm Salad
Leary Greens, Soppressata, Onions, Peppers, Tomatoes, Cauliflower, Provolone, Olives & 10 Year Balsamic.
GIA MIA
Locations in Geneva – Downers Grove – Elmhurst – Naperville – St. Charles – Wheaton
31 S. 1st Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
1-630-415-0770
Southwest Black Bean Burger
Urban Counters’ Southwest Black Bean Burger is house-made and seasoned to perfection. The Southwest Black Bean Burger is topped with provolone cheese, fresh avocado, fresh Pico de Gallo, crisp lettuce, and chipotle ranch, served on a brioche bun. This is a great option if you are looking for something savory and not too filling. The PRIDE Stores has 7 locations throughout Chicagoland, and you can find the Southwest Black Bean Burger at the Aurora, Naperville, Palatine, West Chicago, Wheaton, Hinsdale, and St. Charles, locations.
Urban Counter.
1825 Lincoln Hwy
St. Charles, IL 60174
1-630-402-0470
For more featured dishes, see the November issue of Fox Valley Magazine.
