# Chocolate cake lunch spots in Illinois

> You believe that a slice of chocolate cake is a valid reason to go out for lunch.

Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/illinois/best-chocolate-cake-lunch-spot

## Places (10)

### 1. Portillo's Elk Grove Village

Retro diner-style space with vintage metal signs and a jukebox creates a nostalgic atmosphere. Loud environment with an energetic vibe makes conversations difficult. Spacious seating accommodates groups comfortably.

- Address: 1500 Busse Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Portillo's-Elk-Grove-Village

### 2. Shaw's Crab House

Seafood restaurant offers an elegant retro design with a speakeasy vibe and a wraparound wooden bar staffed by attentive bartenders. Atmosphere stays cool and relaxing with jazz and live bands enhancing the experience. Guests enjoy fabulous oysters and exceptional cocktails like dry martinis and tequila old fashioneds.

- Address: 1900 E Higgins Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Shaw's-Crab-House

### 3. Portillo's & Barnelli's Glendale Heights

Fast food restaurant with a retro bar design and walls filled with historical Italian-American decor. Atmosphere is fun and casual but can be noisy and lively during busy times. The space feels cozy and visually interesting, inviting exploration especially upstairs.

- Address: 235 E North Ave., Glendale Heights, IL 60139, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Portillo's-Barnelli's-Glendale-Heights

### 4. Portillo's & Barnelli's Niles

Spacious fast food restaurant with retro 1920s decor and automotive-themed displays creates a lively, old-style diner atmosphere. Noise level is high with loud conversations and staff calls, making it difficult to hold quiet talks. Multiple self-order kiosks support a quick, efficient service flow.

- Address: 8832 Dempster St, Niles, IL 60714, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Portillo's-Barnelli's-Niles

### 5. Portillo's Shorewood

Bright neons and 1930s car culture decals create a retro Chicagoland vibe with a large open space. Jazz music plays softly, adding to the fun, nostalgic atmosphere. Kiosks replace booths, and a near life-size diorama of Chicago's organized crime history stands above the entrance.

- Address: 1155 Brook Forest Ave, Shorewood, IL 60404, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Portillo's-Shorewood

### 6. Loaf Lounge

Bright space combines classic bakery charm with a cute, trendy decor. Atmosphere shifts from laid-back and welcoming during weekdays to buzzing and crowded around late mornings. Seating options include comfortable tables and counters, with a small pleasant patio.

- Address: 2934 N Milwaukee Ave Suite E, Chicago, IL 60618, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LoafLounge

### 7. Portillo's Elgin

Fast food restaurant with a 1950s diner style and spacious seating offers a family-friendly environment. Loud, classic music plays, creating a vintage atmosphere with walls covered in memorabilia. The place balances a fun vibe with efficient service, especially at the drive-thru.

- Address: 1020 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Portillo's-Elgin

### 8. Portillo's Arlington Heights

Restaurant features 1930s gangster theme with retro, nostalgic charm and lively atmosphere. Interior design includes unique lighting and special details that create a fun, engaging space. Setup offers both self-order kiosks and register options with a narrow, single-lane drive-thru.

- Address: 806 W Dundee Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Portillo's-Arlington-Heights

### 9. Portillo's Streamwood

Retro design fills the space with old memorabilia and vintage music, creating a nostalgic atmosphere that feels family-friendly and peaceful. Seating is ample and laid out comfortably, though some furnishings show wear. The vibe blends history with casual dining energy.

- Address: 950 S Barrington Rd, Streamwood, IL 60107, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Portillo's-Streamwood

### 10. Portillo's Oak Lawn

Vintage style interior with memorabilia and history on walls and rafters creates a Chicago vibe. Atmosphere is loud and lively with pleasant music playing. Many tables inside support a dine-in friendly environment.

- Address: 4020 W 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Portillo's-Oak-Lawn

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than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real
reviewers say, with the statements behind every score.

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Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.
