Evanston isn't exactly a trendy club place, but there are a few joints where locals go to hang out and have a good time. This restored early-1900s firehouse offers a warm environment during the cold winter months and a relaxing outdoor dining area during the summer.
Watch the L go by as you nosh on quesadillas, barbecued chicken and Firehouse's ambitious Bell Ringer, a half-pound burger topped with chili, sour cream, jalapeņos and cheddar. Check out the vintage fixtures and cool memorabilia if you decide to dine inside. If you're craving that VIP feeling, you can pay for a private room and invite six of your closest friends to chug beers like Bells Amber Ale, Sam Adams and Heineken.
