One of the country's foremost celebrity chefs is finally in Chicago, as Michael Mina marks his local debut with this French stunner. Adjoined by a casual French patisserie called Petit Margeaux, this elegant brasserie on the third floor of the Waldorf Astoria Chicago hotel features all the upscale stylings one would expect of a Parisian parlor.
James Beard Award winner Grant Achatz, who won the coveted "Outstanding Chef Award" in 2008, is one of the city's most acclaimed chefs. His unique, cutting-edge cuisine, full of twists and turns, comes with equally remarkable service, and an extremely high price.
An instant success when it debuted in 2003, avec is the second restaurant from One Off Hospitality, the group behind Blackbird, Publican, The Violet Hour, Big Star and Nico Osteria. The restaurant, specializes in Mediterranean-inspired small plate dishes, vino and beer.
From One Off Hospitality, the restaurant group that brought you such Chicago classics as Blackbird, Publican and avec, comes avec River North, specializing in sophisticated yet casual Mediterranean-influenced cuisine
The restaurant chain launched in 1963 out of the founder's trailer. And now he boasts more than 48 units all over the country, including Alaska. Portillo's is most famous for fast food made to order, including hot dogs, fried chicken sandwiches and burgers. The chain has also developed a cult following for its chocolate cake AND chocolate cake milk shake.
Having earned a Michelin star in 2021, Omakase Yume has solidified its place as one of the best-known and finest spots in Chicago for Japanese cuisine.
Kathryn Sullivan Alvera (Narcisse, Domaine and Prosecco) and partner Jason Clark are behind this sleek, multi-level River North establishment with a vintage Parisian vibe.
With locations in New York City, South Beach and now Chicago, Lure Fishbar lays out a spectacularly broad and deep selection of fish and seafood.
Le Colonial, with locations in New York and San Francisco, also boasts a popular outpost in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood. After more than 20 years in its original space on Rush Street,
On Chicago’s near north side, Piccolo Sogno is the “little dream” of Chef Tony Priolo, whose goal has been to serve the very finest in rustic Italian cuisine, using locally...
Three levels of spectacular modern Japanese dining can be experienced at this sprawling West Loop project from Boka Restaurant Group (Boka, GT Fish & Oyster, Girl and the Goat). The top level is for private dining, the main level is designated for the full dining experience, and the lower-level izakaya
Chicago pizza institution with an old-time feel baking deep-dish crusts laden with cheese & sauce.
The city's first-ever lounge dedicated to sparkling wine and Champagne continues to set the standards. The venue seamlessly pairs vino with a menu of smart small plates and raw bar items.
Holu is an Asian Prime Steakhouse with tableside preparation of some of the finest beef you've ever had.
In Lincoln Park, Armitage Alehouse captures the vibe of a London pub with a wood-burning fireplace, a piano player, and select ales and cocktails.
One of the most exciting restaurants to open in Chicago since the pandemic hit, Esme brings together art and food in a combiantion that as lovely to look at as it is delicious to eat.
Adorn at the Four Seasons is a lively new restaurant from James Beard award-winning Chef Jonathon Sawyer, serving exceptional food and full of surprises.
Goa is a city on the southwestern coast of India; it's a former Portuguese territory, and the food at Goa restaurant in Chicago reflects a blend of Indian and Portuguese culinary traditions.
Streeterville karaoke lounge is one of those hidden treasures you have to find on your own. You'll also find a major list of sake and Shochu cocktails, so if you need liquid courage to get on stage, they've got you covered.
The neighborhood café focuses on supporting local artisans specializing in coffee, pastries, sandwiches and tea in its second location. The original location is based in Buena Park, on the far North Side.
An excellent exploration of India’s culture through its cuisine can be had at “The IG”. The Indian Garden Restaurant & Catering Chicago. Inside, the air is regal, with the rich aromas of cumin, curry, and cinnamon.
Yolk specializes in all things egg — omelets, scramblers, frittatas, and even an egg-topped breakfast pizza, plus pancakes, French toast, crepes, oatmeal, specialty juices and their own private-labeled premium coffee.
L’Aventino Forno Romano in Streeterville specializes in new takes on a traditional Roman pizza called “pinsa.”
WoodWind is situated in the former space of GreenRiver, the highly lauded, yet now shuttered cocktail lounge and eatery. Though there's a strong emphasis on cocktails here, expect a completely different experience.
Owners have recreated this interior to resemble a Georgian town home, but they've updated classic Irish dishes to fit its upscale diners and barhoppers.
The legendary French restaurant opened in 1970 and continues to thrive in Streeterville as one of the top destinations for fine dining. It's housed in a turn-of-the-century brownstone with the original woodwork and wood-burning fireplaces.
DISCOVER CULINARY NIRVANA and great variety of Indian culture as experienced through her many regional cuisines-from Bombay and Delhi to Goa.
Get your fro-yo fix at this Streeterville shop, part of a small national chain. The all-natural frozen yogurt is available in FreshBerry Tart, dark chocolate, vanilla, acai berry, strawberry, mango and pomegranate and includes three toppings. Smoothies and all-natural fruit and yogurt pops are also available.
Watch games, play games, and let them shuttle you to and from home games. Or check out the Irish-influenced pub grub.
Timothy O'Toole's recipes for Guinness beef stew and Guinness french toast
Stan’s Donuts & Coffee expanded to Streeterville for its second Chicago location, peddling the same formula of decadent donuts and Intelligentsia coffee and tea as the Wicker Park original.
