Smyth Is the No. 3 Best New Restaurant in Chicago This shiny West Loop lair is not afraid to be weird—while staying anchored in pure flavor. Read more
Quiote Is the No. 4 Best New Restaurant in Chicago A mellow coffee bar in the morning, savvy dinner menu, and a killer basement mezcal bar. Read more
Roister Is the No. 5 Best New Restaurant in Chicago The Alinea team brings us a dark and enthusiastic comfort food salon. Read more
Best New Restaurants 2017 As this year’s picks prove, with great risk can come even greater reward. Read more
Best New Restaurants: Open-Flame Masters Chefs from Chicago's top spots tell us about their trials by fire. Read more
Best New Restaurants: Front-of-House Phenoms Waitstaff as memorable as the dishes they serve Read more
Oriole's Chef Nabs National Honor By Carrie SChedler It's been a good week for Noah Sandoval, plus other dining news you can use this week. Read more
Brendan Sodikoff's Next Project? A River North Izakaya By Penny Pollack and Carly Boers He's mum on details for now, but you can expect sushi and a well curated playlist at Radio Anago. Read more
What You Need to Know About the Chicago Dining Scene This Week By Carrie Schedler A tri-level West Loop spot opens, and Chicago mourns the death of Donnie Kruse. Read more
Restored Art Deco and Classic Drinks Gone Rogue at Larry's By Carly Boers Despite its size, this cozy Uptown spot feels more like a hotel lounge. Read more