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The 27 best restaurants in Chicago you have to try

This belt-busting food scene shows no signs of slowing down, so we cut to the chase and ranked our essentials.

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The best food halls in Chicago

When you can't decide on pizza or ramen, head to one of Chicago's food halls for a taste of everything

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Where to eat brunch outside in Chicago

During Chicago's summer months, we look for any excuse to be outside

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Must-try Italian restaurants in Chicago for pizza, pasta and more

If you're craving gnocchi, arancini, meatballs and tiramisu, you’ve come to the right place.

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The 15 best food trucks in Chicago

Chicago's fleet of food trucks is strong and vibrant, offering cuisines from around the globe

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Koval Distiller

Tour the distillery and taste Koval's organic whiskey and liquers for just $16

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Beatrix

Make reservations at this American restaurant in River North today

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Emporium Arcade Bar

Spend $11 and get two well drinks and $10 in tokens when you book with Time Out

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avec

You must order the bacon-wrapped dates at this Mediterranean eatery

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Monnie Burke’s

Pilsen’s newest barstaurant draws you in with its sprawling patio and keeps you coming back with delicious cocktails and crowd-pleasing fare.

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Passerotto

Equal parts warm and captivating, this Andersonville storefront turns out Italian-tinged Korean fare and food-loving wines in a homey space.

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Pacific Standard Time

Mingling California’s bounty with Asian and Mediterranean influences, Erling Wu-Bower’s sprawling River North restaurant is imaginative and intensely likable.

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Mordecai

With some tasty chef-driven bites, refined cocktails and a pricey rare spirits library, Mordecai embodies Wrigleyville’s slick new direction.

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