I'll put a good word in for the food at Morseland. I had lamb (rack of? something pretty fancy) last time we were there. Mr. X had the shrimp po' boy and quite enjoyed it. They have a nice selection of beer and wine and I've enjoyed their martinis.
The coffee shop Cafe Ennui at the corner of Lunt and Sheridan has baked goods, sandwiches and soups along with the expected coffee and tea. I've never been -- never enough time in the morning before the bus comes.
As mentioned above, Cafe Suron on Pratt is a solid choice. Nice room, good food, BYO.
There are a number of pizza places, a Chipotle, a new Thai/Sushi place next to the movie theatre as you move south towards Loyola. Nothing really to write home about, but might come in handy in a pinch.
Candlelite is more West Rogers Park, but a fine option as well.
Many of these and others are covered in the links. Read through the links, or better yet, come up and visit. I have been in Rogers Park for five years and don't regret it. Lifeline Theatre is in the 'hood, Raven Theatre is not far away. Public transit options abound. I've always found it easier to catch a cab up here than in my former 'hood of Roscoe Village. Rogers Park might have some rough edges, but that's not really different than any other neighborhood.
Morseland - 1218 W. Morse
Cafe Ennui - 6981 N. Sheridan
Cafe Suron - 1146 W. Pratt
Candlelite - 7542 N. Western