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John Kessler

Cooler Rulers
By John Kessler
A husband and wife reinvent the classic slashie with Japanese snacks, a killer sake selection, and a hidden rare-spirits bar. Read more
Plates of Heaven at Tengoku Aburiya
By John Kessler
The West Loop Japanese gastropub from Sangtae Park serves comfort food at lunch and fires up a binchotan grill at night. Read more
Disc Jockeys at Chile Toreado
By John Kessler
Sometimes referred to as Mexican pizza, a tlayuda is flat as a cracker and topped with meat, cheese, and veg. Read more
Chicago’s Best Neighborhood Bars
By Web Behrens , Chasity Cooper , Rosalind Cummings-Yeates , John Kessler , Sabrina L. Miller , Sarahlynn Pablo , Nikki Roberts , Titus Ruscitti , Sarah Steimer , and Audarshia Townsend
From a longtime University of Chicago hang in Hyde Park to a pizza and beer joint in Rogers Park, these 16 beloved spots provide community, sustenance, and a stiff drink. Read more
The Leavitt Street Inn & Tavern
By John Kessler
Bucktown’s backyard Read more
The Perfect Neighborhood Spot
By John Kessler
Is Bouchon the city’s most perfect neighborhood boîte? Read more
Vegans Are Welcome in the Meatpacking District
By John Kessler
The Plant is a collaborative community of small eco-minded food businesses. Read more
Noble Thai Strikes a Perfect Harmony
By John Kessler
This West Town Thai spot has us rediscovering our familiar favorites. Read more
New Fave: Sochi Saigonese Kitchen in Lake View
By John Kessler
The first restaurant from wife and husband Chinh Pham and Son Do is a vibrant heritage bistro. Read more
The 27 Best Things We Ate This Year
By Carly Boers , Amy Cavanaugh , John Kessler , Titus Ruscitti , and Audarshia Townsend
From whitefish bagel sandwiches to duck carnitas tacos to baklava fro-yo, it’s been an incredibly delicious year. These are the dishes we can’t stop thinking about. Read more
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