Chicago’s Best Summer Dishes To fully relish the city’s greatest eating season, you need a plan. Here’s our checklist of 13 favorites to indulge in, from salads to soft serve. By Chandra Ram Photography by Jeff Marini June 2, 2026, 6:00 am Stone fruit tostada at Mariscos San Pedro The Summer Dining Checklist 0/13 checked Tags: Dining & Drinking