Mastro’s Opens in Revamped Blue Water Grill Space
BACK TO THE FUTURE: This year, retro has meant barbecue, burgers, and bargains. Time to ramp it up
Contributors: Denise Peñacerrada
Chizakaya Mini-Review
A lackluster stretch of Lincoln Avenue in Lake View just picked up a little steam with Chizakaya, a hip Japanese small-plate-and-pub combo. A beautiful staff, a drink list of shochu-laced cocktails, and original, shareable plates as delicious as they are attractive make this casual spot an exciting newcomer. We sat at a communal table overlooking … Read more
The Buzz: Vincent and Prasino
Two spots to check out
Our 30 Favorite Mexican Dishes in Chicago
¡MEXTRAVAGANZA!: The best tacos, tortillas, seviches, queso fundido, ane more
Best Mexican Restaurants in Chicago
The dishes, drinks, and restaurants that make Chicago a Mexican food destination
iPads, iPods at the Table at Aria, Chicago Cut Steakhouse, and More
TRENDSPOTTING: Table technology
CooKoo Room Out, Gennaro’s In
Just Like Mama Used to Make
After Aldino’s fizzled within four months, the owner, Scott Harris, flirted with the idea of a college bar, The CooKoo Room. Now, he’s determined to bring tradition back to Little Italy, teaming up with Mary Jo Gennaro…
City Provisions Deli in Ravenswood Features Sustainable Sandwiches
SINGLED OUT: Guaranteed green by the Green Chicago Restaurant co-op, CPD boasts a rotating seasonal menu
Simple Sandwich Truck to Hit Streets Sept. 7
The mobile food trend is about to gain even more traction with the addition of organic, hyper-local Simple Sandwich aiming to launch September 7. As the name suggests, the concept is straightforward sandwiches (such as roast beef, turkey, grilled chicken) paired with sophisticated accoutrements to add complexity (balsamic onion…
Duchamp Scores Chef Allen Sternweiler
The SwitchMichael Taus, the main man behind Duchamp (2118 N. Damen Ave.; 773-235-6435), is parting ways with his partners there, Nick Podesta and Jason Freiman …