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  Fulton’s on the River 315 N. LaSalle St. 312-822-0100 Website (Editor's note: Since this story was first published, this restaurant has closed.) Unless they’re planning a reception or some similar event, Chicagoans rarely think about Fulton’s. Maybe it’s because the place resembles a conference room more than a steak house. But like the view … Read more

  Wildfire 159 W. Erie St. 312-787-9000 Website Lettuce Entertain You’s first steak venture is far more modest than the typical Chicago steak house (and the company’s forthcoming sure-to-be-glam RPM Steak). The chain’s River North flagship manages to be utterly approachable yet not lowbrow. This is a place where 20-something couples can afford the perfectly … Read more

  Mike Ditka’s Tremont Hotel, 100 E. Chestnut St. 312-587-8989 Website Kitsch on the Gold Coast? Only if you consider a museum-caliber collection of photos of the former Bears coach and players covering every bit of wall space kitschy. The gift shop, too, crosses over into Tackyville. But here’s the thing: Eating at Ditka’s is … Read more

Roasted tomatoes Bursting blackened tomatoes saturated with thick salt crystals Bavette’s Photos: Anna Knott Lobster Mac ’N’ Cheese Tender lobster chunks and chewy capellini coated in gobs of melted Havarti, Grana Padano, and mascarpone: food porn starts here The Capital Grille Garlic Horseradish Mashed Potatoes A homey classic that has gotten a zesty makeover Sullivan’s … Read more