The Latin American restaurant pulls dishes and recipes from 27 Latin countries, hence the name "Nacional 27." Find menu items like chimichurri sauce (cilantro and chili salsa) and... Read more »
Vegetarians, vegans and health enthusiasts can stop searching for their place. Did you know quinoa comes in red? Worldly cuisine inspired the menu of holistically healthy creations.... Read more »
South Loop's classic Jewish delicatessen does not disappoint. Gigantic sandwiches are served heavy on the meat, pickle on the side. Besides the matzo ball soup and corned beef,... Read more »
Lincoln Square's local Thai community is thriving. Among popular restaurants sporting authentic menus, Opart That House maintains a long list of regulars after two decades. Couples... Read more »
Chicago couldn't get enough of Feast, so up sprouted another. Two locations in Gold Coast and Wicker Park make this restaurant one of the city's well-known treats. Seasonal,... Read more »
South Branch Tavern and Grill is Chicago's triple-threat. Here you don't have to choose dinner over evening cocktails, the game and lively conversation with friends. Like a true... Read more »
Among Chicago's bundle of French Bistrots, Zinc keeps you coming back for more. Behind the bright red facade is a romantic, warm-colored dining room. The quaint menu includes cheesy... Read more »
Italian cuisine at it's finest. Often called the best in Chicago, Mia Francesca serves classic Italian dishes in a pleasant, cozy setting. Some might say noisy, others lively. The... Read more »
Despite the goofy name, Hugo's Frog Bar serves killer seafood. Most people choose to describe this place as: Wow! You get what you pay for. East Coasters can stop searching for that... Read more »
Step into French-Colonial Vietnam, circa 1920. Decor emanates turn-of-the-century Saigon, down to the fuchsia orchid centerpieces. Authentic Vietnamese dishes are prepared with... Read more »
When you think of Italian food, you may think of a plate of delicate, al dente gnocchi, a thinly pounded piece of veal breaded and fried to perfection, or a slice of lasagna bubbling with a crisp golden crust of cheese. No matter what you think of, it probably sounds good right about now. If you’re in Chicago, Italian food will never disappoint. These top-notch ristoranti are sure to please even the pickiest eaters. So, andiamo!
Master of the New American Steakhouse, putting numbers in restaurant names and past our borders. These picks are distinguished by outstanding chefs, engaging staff, decor and top-tier selections of sirloin.
The restaurant scene is hot and getting hotter. Chicago may be known for deep-dish pizza, but it’s hardly the star. Residents hail from all over the world, inspiring ethnic alcoves and an enormous variety in cuisine. Those in fear of living without hometown specialties are pleasantly surprised. Sample the ceviche bar at Nacional 27 before dancing the salsa. Nearly 100 years later we can thank France for colonizing Vietnam, turning out Le Colonial’s amazing fusion cuisine. Sorry Epcot, but you can’t compete with this worldly influence. Good luck finding another city with so many BYOB joints. We love them. Restaurants mix five-star cuisine with five-star views, whether its 80 floors high or smack-dab on the river. Chicago’s list of new restaurants is constantly changing. From one enterprising chef to another, we’ve got all the angles covered. They’ve picked up the vegan craze, with some added flavor. Thanks Mana, for acclimating our taste buds to the healthiest trend.