Monteverde is an Italian restaurant in the West Loop. It sounds boring on paper, but there’s so much more to it than that. Excellent food all around.

Exceptional and impressive. That's what comes to mind when describing the Korean-American food at Parachute.

Giant is doing special things in Logan Square. It's a great restaurant ideal for a date or any small group.

El Che Bar is a cool and trendy Argentinian restaurant in the West Loop.

Boeufhaus is a different kind of Chicago steakhouse. It's small, loud, cool, and still serves excellent steaks.

Hogsalt Hospitality does French food. Patrick Kane once went on a date here and you should too.

Classy without being overly pretentious. Riccardo Trattoria is one of our favorite Italian restaurants around.

High-end Peruvian food that will cost you a bit but is worth the price.

Bad Hunter is an excellent, vegetable-focused restaurant in the West Loop.

Duck Duck Goat is a high-end Chinese restaurants that's always fun with excellent and interesting food.

TÉTE Charcuterie flys a bit under the radar, but it's a strong player in the West Loop. Eat charcuterie, but know they serve excellent veggie dishes.

A cozy yet lively American bistro that makes for a relaxed, personable, and fun time.

Like Brian Urlacher's former coverage skills or Dennis Rodman's hair, Dusek's has range.

Le Bouchon is a classic French bistro. Get it on your hit list.

Cafe Marie-Jeanne is an all-day French cafe in Humboldt Park with a cozy, neighborhood feel.

Forno Rosso is a casual and excellent Neapolitan-style pizza restaurant in the West Loop.