Review: Great Sushi for a Steal at Omakase Box By John Kessler Our critic loves the excellent offerings at the affordable new spot in Logan Square. Read more
The Top Dining Trends of the Year By John Kessler Our critic breaks down the dishes and flavors, from bagels to French onion, that were everywhere in 2025. Read more
Maplewood Lounge Is Our New Spot for Polish Food By John Kessler The semihidden taproom has spawned one of the city’s more interesting venues for Polish food, thanks to chef Joanna Janczurewicz. Read more
Saucy Plates Are Back By John Kessler That’s great news for sauce lovers, but these plates aren’t designed quite right for today’s dining culture. Read more
Review: Creepies Is the City’s Most Exciting Place to Eat By John Kessler The new Midwestern-French bistro from the Elske team still needs some refining, but it will leave you rapt. Read more
The Definitive Guide to Chicago Steakhouses Photography by Jeff Marini and Garrett Sweet In a scene that’s rapidly evolving, we rank our 12 favorites. Plus: unexpected wines, the best potatoes, leftovers tips, and more. Read more
Chicago’s Best Steakhouses, Ranked By Amy Cavanaugh and John Kessler Our 12 favorites include longtime classics and inventive newcomers. Read more
Review: Two New Tavern-Style Spots, One New Fan By John Kessler Our critic checks out Pizz’amici and Zarella Pizzeria, the latest pizza spots making waves. Read more
The Best Fries in Chicago By John Kessler Our critic names his three favorite versions in town. Read more
