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The First Timer’s Guide To Eating In Chicago
Not every great restaurant in Chicago—just the ones you should have on your list while you’re getting acquainted.
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Where To Have a Unique Dining Experience In Chicago
Head to these Chicago restaurants for a time you’ll actually remember.
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The Best Chicago Rooftops For Eating & Drinking
The best rooftop bars and restaurants for eating and drinking in Chicago.
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Where To Take Someone To Convince Them To Move To Chicago
These are the places that will make someone want to live here permanently.
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Are These Chicago Restaurants Worth The Hype?
Find out whether the spots you're always hearing about are worth your time and money.
Impressing Out of Towners
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Where To Take Someone To Convince Them To Move To Chicago
These are the places that will make someone want to live here permanently.
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Kyoten Next Door
Sometimes the sequel is better than the original, and that’s the case with Kyoten Next Door—a fantastic omakase in Logan Square.
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The Best Chicago Rooftops For Eating & Drinking
The best rooftop bars and restaurants for eating and drinking in Chicago.
Guide
Where To Have a Unique Dining Experience In Chicago
Head to these Chicago restaurants for a time you’ll actually remember.
Review
Asador Bastian
Asador Bastian is a Spanish steakhouse in River North with incredible "boutique" beef.
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Are These Chicago Restaurants Worth The Hype?
Find out whether the spots you're always hearing about are worth your time and money.
Guide
The First Timer’s Guide To Eating In Chicago
Not every great restaurant in Chicago—just the ones you should have on your list while you’re getting acquainted.
Review
Fioretta
Fioretta is an Italian steakhouse in Fulton Market with old-school charm and new-age appeal.
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Spacca Napoli
When you want great pizza that doesn’t involve a plate full of cheese and garlic buttercrust.
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Chicago Magic Lounge
Chicago Magic Lounge is a cocktail bar and theater where you can watch a magic show while you drink.
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Where To Go For Dinner When It “Doesn’t Matter” (But It Really Does)
Nine places for when someone says they don’t care, and it’s probably a lie.
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Kyoten
Kyoten is an expensive omakase-only sushi restaurant in Logan Square. Keep it in mind for your next ultra-special occasion.
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Chicago Cut Steakhouse
Chicago Cut is a great steakhouse right on the river ideal for special occasions and power business meals.
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Bar Esmé
Bar Esmé is a great upscale Lincoln Park restaurant that's attached to tasting menu spot Esmé.
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Gilt Bar
Gilt Bar is the rare River North spot that’s easy to get into, and also has great food. Prepare for a lot of meat, butter, and salt.
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Prime & Provisions
Prime & Provisions is the kind of steakhouse that fits a few different needs. Steaks are good, plus a few wildcard dishes elevate things to the next step.
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Parson’s Chicken & Fish
Parson’s Fried Chicken & Fish serves good fried chicken on the best patio in town. This is an excellent hangout spot when it’s nice outside.