The dirty exterior of Moon's Sandwich Shop isn't the prettiest thing to look at, with chipped metal gates splayed across the front and a grimy sign that's barely readable. But Moon's is one of the best diners in Chicago, hands down. Until you've held Moon's perfectly cooked slice of homemade meatloaf sandwiched between two achingly soft pieces of white bread that ooze American cheese and dribbles of extra mayo, you haven't truly lived.

Another winner is the mustard-laden corned beef sandwich ($5.88). All of the meat is cut-to-order in front of your eyes. You'll have no problem sinking your teeth into tender, thinly sliced corned beef piled mile-high on a couple slices of white rye bread and topped with crisp lettuce, thick tomatoes, peppery mustard and homemade pickles.

Centerstage Reviewer: Misty Tosh