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The Best Hot Pot Restaurants In Chicago
Whether you want Chongqing-style spicy broth, all-you-can-eat hot pot, or skewers dunked in soup, check out these spots.
The Best Chicago Walk-In Only Restaurants For When You Didn’t Make A Reservation
You didn’t make plans, so what should you do? Don’t panic, there are great restaurants that don’t take reservations anyway.
Where To Have A Last-Minute Group Dinner
When you’re heading out with a group and no one made plans, try any of these spots.
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3 Little Pigs Chi
3 Little Pigs Chi is a Chinese spot operating out of Molly's Cupcakes in South Loop with fantastic fried chicken sandwiches and char siu pork.
312 Chicago
The Italian food at 312 Chicago won’t blow you away, but it gets the job done when you need pasta and drinks before or after the theater.
Marina's Bistro And Rum Bar
Go to Marina’s for a jibarito and fantastic rum cocktails in a tropical space.
Italian Homemade Company
The name says it all—delicious handmade pasta in a slightly corporate space.
The Best Hot Pot Restaurants In Chicago
Whether you want Chongqing-style spicy broth, all-you-can-eat hot pot, or skewers dunked in soup, check out these spots.
Ocean Grill & Bar
Ocean Grill & Bar is a Vietnamese restaurant in Chinatown specializing in shellfish.
Brasa Roja
Brasa Roja is a Colombian restaurant in Irving Park with delicious, affordable chicken platters.
Petterino's
Petterino's is a casual Italian sit-down restaurant in the Loop that's a solid place to eat before or after the theater.
Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen
Tryzub is a great Ukrainian restaurant in Ukrainian Village with a fun, charming space.
Wilde Bar And Restaurant
Wilde is a charming restaurant and bar with a cozy fireplace and lots of Oscar Wilde related decor.
Fireside Restaurant And Lounge
Fireside Restaurant and Lounge is a Ravenswood spot that's good for hanging out with friends by a roaring fireplace.
Butch McGuire's
Butch McGuire's is an Irish Pub in Gold Coast that's best known for their over-the-top holiday decorations.
Frida Room
Frida Room in Lincoln Park is breakfast and brunch spot that has solid Mexican dishes like enfrijoladas and huevos rancheros.