Urban Crosta's Artisan Pizza Comes to Streeterville, and Other Dining News
Dos Toros brings Mission-style burritos to town, a new Jewish deli makes waves in North Center, and more.
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The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now
Chicago’s most buzzed-about restaurants in September
Falafel at Mizrahi on Clark
Hardly the best falafel I’ve ever had, but Mizrahi on Clark is as casual, confusing, and noisy as any place in Tel Aviv. Mizrahi on Clark 3037 N. Clark St.
The Moonlighter, from the Scofflaw Team, Is Like a Backyard Barbecue in Bar Form
After saying farewell to Sink|Swim, they’re setting up shop across the street in September.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Invade the Rest of Your Lunchbox
These chefs are pushing the PBJ nostalgia to its limits—namely, in cocktails and chicken wings.
Take a Stroll Through Chicago's Unofficial Empanada District
Three excellent empanada purveyors (and one Argentine gelato shop) make this part of Lake View a tasty destination.
Review: Split-Rail's Shtick Misses the Mark
Zoe Schor’s eclectic menu shows imagination, but the gimmicky concept might leave some wanting.
The Most Sought-After Tomatoes in the Midwest
“And as the saying goes, the uglier a tomato is, the better it tastes,” says Jon Templin, whose best tomatoes go to Alinea.
Panna cotta at Piccolo Sogno
The only thing better than this lemon panna cotta surrounded by superfresh berries for dessert at Piccolo Sogno was eating it outside in PS’s garden of gardens on a perfect summer night. Piccolo Sogno 464 N. Halsted St.
The Melman Kids Take on Maki with Sushi-san
Lettuce Entertain You’s younger generation will show off its skills with casual Japanese fare starting in the late fall.