Upgrade Your Lunch Hour (or Two) at These Four Spots By Lisa Shames Check out these midday multicourse specials and a la carte offerings at fancy spots across town that won’t break the bank. Read more
The Cafe Celebrating Puerto Rican Heritage and Resilience Story and photos by Amina Sergazina Chucherías Tropical Creations is an homage to owner Sachayra Cintron’s upbringing, and an effort to preserve Humboldt Park's culture. Read more
A Japanese Spot in the Burbs Shows It’s Variety, Not Volume By John Kessler And why Omarcito’s is our spot for patio dining and personality. Read more
Make Marina’s Bistro’s Mofongo By Cate Huguelet This rib-sticking mash of garlicky plantains gets a flavor boost from store-bought adobo seasoning. Read more
Our New Favorite All-You-Can-Eat Hot Pot By John Kessler Conveyor belt Japanese hot pot may not sound like an ideal date night, but for me and my wife, it works. Read more
Four New Patios to Try This Summer By Anthony Todd Soak up the season at Maxwells Trading, Laurel, and other spots. Read more
Inside the Pasta Lab at Tre Dita By Adam Rothbarth Evan Funke breaks down what happens in his restaurant’s open-view lab. Read more
Paul Virant Opens a French Brasserie in Western Springs By Anthony Todd The chef gets back to his culinary roots with Petite Vie. Read more
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago: June-July 2024 The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat Read more
Ocean Grill & Bar Is Top-Tier Vietnamese Cuisine By John Kessler An unassuming newcomer is turning out impeccable seafood and incredible pho. Read more
