Tuk Tuk Thai Takes Us On a Joy Ride By John Kessler The new spot takes diners on a vibrant journey through the funky, spicy cuisine of northeast Thailand. Read more
Is Daisies Worth a Perennial Spot in Our Dining Rotation? By John Kessler In his new column, our dining critic stops by Daisies, explores the changing Chinatown, and weighs in on the Warlord divide. Read more
Warlord Is Chicago’s Most Thrilling New Restaurant By John Kessler With a constantly changing menu and zero ego, the Avondale restaurant is a standout in the city's dining scene. Read more
Kyoten Next Door Is Otto Phan’s Stellar Sequel By John Kessler With his more affordable Kyoten Next Door, Otto Phan offers a streamlined yet still stellar omakase. Read more
The Bear Understands That Chicago Makes Room for Class and Comfort By John Kessler The show explores the character of this city through its food and dining, and it does so with real insight. Read more
Chicago’s 50 Best Things to Eat By Ari Bendersky, Carly Boers, Amy Cavanaugh, Peter Gianopulos, Cate Huguelet, John Kessler, Titus Ruscitti, Lisa Shames, and Audarshia Townsend Avec’s bacon-wrapped dates. Au Cheval’s fried bologna sandwich. Loaf Lounge’s The Bear chocolate cake. These are just a few of our favorite things. Read more
Olocuilta Pupuseria Offers Nice Rice Pupusas By John Kessler The Cragin restaurant offers a regional speciality from El Salvador. Read more
Chef Jonathon Sawyer’s Kindling Fails to Spark By John Kessler The new restaurant is thrilling in sheer scale and chutzpah, but clumsiness can undercut the experience. Read more
