Graham Elliot In 2004 Graham Elliot Bowles was named executive chef at Avenues, where he quickly won raves. In 2008 he left Avenues, shortened his name, and opened Graham Elliot in River North. In 2010 he launched Grahamwich, his New-Agey sandwich shop on State Street. Now the big guy is about to join the Randolph … Read more
Yeah, these new restaurants didn't make the top 20–but if you find yourself in one of them, go straight to the bar and point to the best thing on the menu: the items below. Bison tartare Allium Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, 120 E. Delaware Pl.; 312-649-2349 Gold Coast Garlic bread Michael Jordan’s Steak House InterContinental … Read more
Bavette's 218 W. Kinzie St. River North Opening in: May Beyond prime-aged beef, chilled seafood, and brown spirits, details on the Gilt Bar neighbor are scant. But with Brendan Sodikoff behind it, there's likely to be a line out front when it opens. Belly Q 1400 W. Randolph St.; 312-563-1010. West Loop Opening in: June … Read more
Chicago’s crack team of dining critics eat themselves silly and rank the top spots to open in the past 12 months
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 5. Perennial Virant 1800 N. Lincoln Ave. 312-981-7070 Lincoln Park American $$ Chef: Paul Virant Related links Reviews: GT Fish & Oyster, Perennial Virant "The Preservation Kitchen‚" by Paul Virant Grilled Asparagus @ Perennial … Read more
Eight great new options—in descending order of deliciousness—where you can eat well for under $20
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 The bar at Telegraph 7. Telegraph 2601 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-292-9463 Logan Square Wine bar $$ Chef: Johnny Anderes Related links Telegraph Wine Bar in Logan Square‚ÄîA Few Tips for Patrons Salmon @ Telegraph … Read more
