Food & Drink
Your guide to the best of Chicago’s food and drink scene
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Where to brunch in Chicago
Rise and shine with delicious eggs, bottomless mimosas and more
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Best Chicago Riverwalk and waterfront dining
See some gorgeous sights and get a top-notch meal at the same time
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Chicago's top sushi restaurants
When the craving for raw fish hits, find the best maki and nigiri in Chicago at these top-rated spots
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Latest Food & Drink news
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This Chicago bar was just named one of the best in all of the U.S.
The Logan Square favorite earned a coveted Spirited Awards nomination, putting its Angostura shots and Wondermint Malteds in the national spotlight.
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Bucktown's new Italian steakhouse Dēliz is going for glam
Does Chicago need another steakhouse? Probably not, but Dēliz is a welcome addition.
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One of the most popular coffee chains on the West Coast has just opened in the Chicago area
The Oregon-born drive-through chain just opened its first Chicagoland location, with more suburban outposts already on the way.
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This famous Chicago hot dog stand is being forced to move. Here’s where to find it now.
Jim’s Original is leaving Maxwell Street after 87 years due to development at UIC.
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A new restaurant by the award-winning Mirra team just opened in Chicago
And it's located in a gorgeous, historic downtown building.
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Chicago's beloved Motel Bar is reopening as a supper club this spring
The Wisconsin-inspired spot will feature prime rib, Friday fish fries, Brandy Alexanders and plenty of charm.
Where to drink in Chicago
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The best late-night bars in Chicago that are open until 4am—or later
When the clock hits 2am in Chicago, your night on the town doesn't have to end.
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The 20 best wine bars in Chicago
Because sometimes you just want to crack open a bottle of wine and keep pouring until it’s dry.
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Chicago's hottest new restaurants and bars
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Crying Tiger
Located in the former Hub 51 space at the corner of Hubbard and Dearborn Streets in River North, Southeast Asian-inspired restaurant Crying Tiger is the...
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LIA
At LIA, the food is almost as captivating as the art on the walls. Chef and owner Justin Viacuinas reinvents the menu every few months when he brings in a new...
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Midōsuji
Boka Restaurant Group's omakase spot Midōsuji is helmed by three-Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park alum chef Brian Lockwood. Described as a...
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Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna
Boka Restaurant Group’s dimly lit new pizza joint, located inside the former GT Fish & Oyster space on the corner of Grand Avenue and Wells Street,...
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Ithaki Estiatorio
We’ve seen plenty of modern Greek restaurants pop up across the city over the past few years, and most of them have garnered major buzz. On the surface,...
How to eat and drink like a local in Chicago
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The best deep dish pizzas in Chicago
Deep dish pizza is one of the most iconic Chicago foods, and if you eat like a local, you'll likely be pulled into the debate over who...
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9 Malört cocktails to try in Chicago right now
Ah, Malört. Opinions vary greatly on the city's most infamous liqueur but even if you're not a fan, you have to admire the creativity the best...
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The best hot dog stands in Chicago, ranked
The hot dog is in the pantheon of iconic Chicago foods, right up there with deep dish pizza and Italian beef. And you probably don’t have to go very...
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17 ways to eat like a local in Chicago
From deep dish to Chicago-style dogs, here's how to eat like a lifelong local.
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The best brunch spots in Chicago to try right now
Rise and shine with delicious eggs, syrup-covered waffles, bottomless mimosas and more.
The best budget meals in Chicago
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Where to get the best Italian beef sandwiches in Chicago
Spoiler: this list will have you drooling.
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The best tacos in Chicago you can't miss
Tacos are a universally loved food, so we’ve searched high and low for the best ones in town. Swaddled in warm, handmade tortillas and packed with a...
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Where to find the best BBQ in Chicago
The city's smoked-meat scene is wonderfully diverse.
