Where Chicago’s Dining Critics Take Visitors
A cheat sheet of 14 fail-proof favorites—plus their go-to deep-dish pizza
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The Dawson Is Designed to Appeal to Everyone All the Time
The new West Town hangout has it all, from pork belly tacos to funnel cakes.
Go to the Chicago Food Truck Rally This Friday
Eight food trucks will be at Daley Plaza from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The dream lunch: Doughnuts, spring rolls, guacamole, a barbecue sandwich, and a cupcake.
In Chicago Dining This Week: Two Openings and Some Big News
There are new delis for Wicker Park and the French Market, another project coming from Brendan Sodikoff, good dining deals, and mentions for two Chicago restaurants in Esquire.
Rockit Ranch Joins Forces with Chef Kevin Hickey
The former Allium and Seasons chef will bring his local cuisine out of a hotel and on to Clark Street this winter.
Mercadito Counter: Coming in December
From the owners of Mercadito and Tavernita, a new project planned for December will serve a mix of Mexican and American street foods. Think: Crazy, delicious-sounding hot dogs.
Monty Gaels: A Fine Irish Bar With Mashed Potatoes and 20 Beers
North Center’s new Irish pub was perfectly civil on a recent Saturday night.
Where to Eat and Drink in Chicago This Week
Patio parties, chef demonstrations, and fall flavored menus: 6 events to check out in the city this week.
Stella Summer Music Series 2013 at The Scout Waterhouse + Kitchen
September 4, 2013–Chicagoans gathered at The Scout Waterhouse + Kitchen for the last Stella Summer Music Series event of the year, which featured a special acoustic performance by Michele McGuire.
Antico Review (Updated): Bucktown's Coziest Trattoria Needs a Touch of Pizzazz
In this café-restaurant, leave the roasted chicken, but take the fried zeppole.