The apricot flaky for breakfast at the Lucky Platter is worth the trip alone.

I like McDonalds. Lots of choices. Friendly wait staff and nice customers

I'd like to cast a vote for our local small businesses, who help give Evanston its great sense of community.

Hip Circle Studio! Wide variety of workout/dance/fitness classes AND kid-friendly stuff, too. Also, kudos to Malik for bravely STARTING (and growing!) a small business in this economy.

Huh, Not a single business that actually produces anything.

Hip circle was the place that taught my body to move.
Ive been a runner and always in straight lines. Belly dancing and Zumba has got me going in all directions and I love working out with the groups at Hip Circle! Go Malik!
And Lyna rocks at Zumba

See Jane Sparkle is the place to go for beautiful, original pieces of jewelry. I also love seeing Sarajane,(owner). Great personality and fun to work with, when you want something original.

Best boutique is without a doubt Stella! Best clothes, not too expensive, great gifts, and the owner. Rachel is the sweetest gal! Itmis my favorite store in all of Chicagoland!

STELLA!!!!!! My go-to place for gifts for my girl friends, sisters and myself.

My FAVORITE go to place in Evanston is STELLA!! That store is a feast of goodies. And the owner, Rachel, is great!!

Hip Circle, Hip Circle, HIP CiRCLE is the best place to workout hands down! Maria

Hip circle studio - best work out joint in town!

Edzo's!!!! Best burger, best fries, and best milkshakes...

I second the nomination for EDZO's. Good Eats and a conscientious manager!

Weiner and still champion!

I'm surprised there's no category for "Best Stick Figure Cat Drawing!" Why, IWantToDrawACatForYou.com, of course!!

Agora Spa is the best. I love their mani/pedi and my husband gets his massages there....One of Evanston's finest. xo

Sultan & Assoc law firm. Best suits in town and wills to die for!

My opinion? Edzo's is the best burger, Cross Rhodes is the family restaurant, and Bills is still the best hot dog. Thanks for the opportunity.

The best place for clothes--men's or women's--is Let's Tailgate! Where else can you find such a great assortment of NU apparel?

Wiener and Still Champion easily has the best burger and hot dog in Evanston. I'd always choose WaSC over Edzo's, no hesitation.

Dixie Kitchen & Bait Shop

Evanston Whole Foods Market South gets our vote as the Best Disability Aware Business in Evanston. They provide great customer service to all who need or want it and they have employees with disabilities. Now, that's the best!

Lucky Platter has been consistently good since it opened. It is creative in decor (funky folk art 50's), wait staff are quick and friendly, and the food is interesting, dare I say tasty, and always fresh. Prices are very reasonable, and a steal in some cases.

SLK STUDIO on Maple. Classy, stylish, friendly. I always leave feeling good and looking great!

Good To Go Jamaican Cuisine. The best authentic cuisine in town. Located in south Evanston. Delivery available.

Good To Go Jamaican Cuisine. The best authentic Jamaican cuisine in town. Located in south Evanston. Delivery available.

Robert gold salon and spa

Mexican shop! It has the best trinkets and treasures around! Beautiful and fun jewery. If your a sun glasses fanatic, there are hundreds! Cool purses, great 50's, 60.s and 70,s memorbilia. There is something for everyone. Their staff is energetic, fun and very helpful! The owners couldn't be nicer and they greet everyone by name.

The best place to go and get beautified and pampered is Robert Gold Salon and Spa! I always leave feeling relaxed and gorgeous thanks to the wonderful staff at the salon!!

Tommy Nevin's for a reliably good kitchen, a vast assortment of draft beer, great wait staff, a generous points program, live music, pool, and darts-- always fun and friendly.

Classy, elegant and professional. SLK on Maple is the place to go where hair care is as important as hair styles.