Dove’s Luncheonette Wicker Park 1545 N. Damen Ave. 773-645-4060 Website Mexican soul food $12 to $20 Chef de cuisine: Dennis Bernard Chef-driven diners exploded onto the scene in 2012, and since then two—Au Cheval and Little Goat Diner—have made this annual list. And now One Off Hospitality Group (Violet Hour, Big Star) has opened … Read more
When judging a restaurant, our dining experts pay keen attention to food and service, of course. But surroundings matter, too—and no element may be more important than the one just under your bum. Which new spot does each chair call home? ↑ Momotaro↑ Parachute↑ MFK↑ Salero↑ Intro↑ RPM Steak↑ Community Tavern↑ Boltwood↑ Dove’s Luncheonette↑ Tête CharcuterieRead more about Boltwood ↑ Momotaro↑ Parachute↑ MFK↑ Salero↑ Intro↑ RPM Steak↑ Community Tavern↑ Boltwood↑ Dove’s Luncheonette↑ Tête CharcuterieRead more … Read more
These spots (listed by estimated opening date) will all be in the West Loop—surprise, surprise.
It’s easy to lose this sweet spot in the local-organic-sustainable shuffle, but their welcoming vibe and maple-dijon bacon leave a strong impression.
The seafood specialist gets its crustaceans straight from Maine.
The Embeya saga continues, a new pastry pro comes to the Billy Lawless empire, and more dining and drinking news.
The well-grilled pork chop with yucca fries, rice, and beans surprised me—in a good way. Pretty darned juicy and tender. Longitud315, 315 Waukegan Ave., Highwood 847-926-7495
Get basically whatever topping you can imagine at this BYOB spot.
Everything’s got a bit of oceanic flair.
The end of April is the perfect time to cook this tender vegetable, says the Summer House Santa Monica chef.
