The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago: April 2025
The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat
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JT’s Steak and Potato Sandwich
For its prosaic name, the steak and potato sandwich at JT’s Genuine Sandwich Shop packs a whole lot into one roll: caraway-rubbed skirt steak, crisp fries, silky sweet onions, truffle mayo, Manchego cheese, and an assertive chimichurri sauce to counter all the richness. While chef-owner Chris Cunningham makes the components in-house, the version here leans … Read more
Mexican Spirit
For his new cocktail bar, Cantina Rosa, Erick Williams looks farther south for inspiration.
Shaw’s Crab House Celebrates its 40th Anniversary
The beloved seafood spot will be hosting a week’s worth of festivities.
The Best New Restaurants
These 11 newcomers are making their mark on Chicago’s dining scene with unexpected flavors and bold concepts.
Where to Get Corned Beef for St. Patrick’s Day
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Can We Stop With the Sharing?
Our critic laments the ways that sharing-only restaurants are ruining the experience.
Italian Village’s Glow-Up
A fourth generation breathes fresh life into the nearly century-old dining institution.
Big Restaurant Openings Coming Up This Spring
From steakhouses to Eastern European food, there’s a lot to look forward to this season.