Duck fat fries and encased meats? Somewhat of a no brainer. That 30-minute-plus wait every time? Totally worth it. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Work your way through the front bar to the back dining room for a more comfortable spot to take in the awe-inspiring international beer selection and even better food. - Inspector
Logan Square's gastropub, with a kick-ass whisky selection, has made national headlines and even got a Michelin star. Like a nose-to-tail approach? So does chef Jared Wentworth. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
The Publican butchers organically raise animals in-house and serve up charcuterie plates of sausage, hams, pâtés and terrines. Read more.
Want a star-level meal that won’t leave you in a heavy food coma? The light, fresh, and delicious fare at Blackbird is a wonderful option. - Inspector
Schwa is a strange one, that's for sure. A nondescript restaurant with odd hours, service run entirely by kitchen staff, and BYOB—but some of the most amazing and inventive food you'll ever eat.
Great Creole food. Brunch is amazing. No need to purchase an appetizer. You're given complimentary powdered sugar beignets that are FAB-U-LOUS!
Home-style Italian cooking skillfully prepared with fresh ingredients. Garden dining in season. Read more.
Cozy and romantic atmosphere. Most amazing onion soup plus everything else on the menu.
One of four Chinatown spots owned by Tony Hu, the focus here is on Szechwan dishes, ranging from the basic to the downright adventurous. [Eater 38 Member]
The food is rich and flavorful, from the perfect-for-snacking Scotch egg to the Gage burger, served a juicy medium-rare and dripping with melted onion marmalade and gobs of Midwestern Camembert. Read more.
Located in what used to be an 1890 print shop. The Chef seeks to bring back traditional cooking practices while staying at the cutting edge of taste. Dinner only served on Saturdays & Sundays.
A five-time James Beard Award nominee, Chef Kornick has been lighting up Chicago’s dining circuit since 1993. Try the lobster bisque: creamy and cognac-infused, with a decadent sprinkling of saffron.
Learn where your food comes from at this farm-to-table restaurant, and enjoy the daily-changing menu while gazing at the "rural" scenery - it's located in a park that serves as oasis for the city.
Step through a former freight elevator shaft to find one of the hottest bar and restaurants in Chicago. Try the Winter G&T along with one of the many sensational small plates for a truly perfect meal. Read more.
Sophistication, affordable gastropub fare and classic cocktails reign at owner Brendan Sodikoff's gilded age-inspired River North hotspot. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Try the steak tartare from our 100 Best list: If you can find a better steak tartare anywhere in town, we’re buying.
Come here with a friend because you'll need to try multiple dishes. Foie gras over scrambled eggs and general Jane's chicken are mandatory entrées.
Upscale touches include Kobe brisket and “competition” ribs. Spare ribs (the standard, not the $10-more-expensive “competition” slab), proved tender, with a good dose of smoke and a slightly sweet rub Read more.
This is no ordinary pie shop. Behind the crust is an impressive story of resolve and sweet, sweet filling. Read more.
They have about a dozen sausages on the menu to stuff down, with a wide selection of American craft beers on hand to wash all the goodness down. Read more.
