Food & Drink
Your guide to the best of Chicago’s food and drink scene
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Chicago chefs' favorite places to eat
We sat down with Chicago's Best Young Chefs to find out what restaurants they're loving right now, which spots they're most excited about, and the best...
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Chicago's top sushi restaurants
When the craving for raw fish hits, find the best maki and nigiri in Chicago at these top-rated spots
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Best Chicago Riverwalk and waterfront dining
The best outdoor dining in Chicago shows off all the beauty the city has to offer, from stunning skyline views to vibrant people-watching opportunities. To...
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Where to brunch in Chicago right now
Rise and shine with delicious eggs, syrup-covered waffles, bottomless mimosas and more
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Latest Food & Drink news
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One of the best bagel stores in NYC is finally opening in Chicago
The East Coast bagel sensation known for tearing, dipping and long lines is headed to Lincoln Park.
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Fatback is a new culinary hybrid—part sandwich shop, part butcher—now open in Chicago
Chef Charlie McKenna’s new Loop spot pairs globally inspired sandwiches with an in-house butcher counter and market.
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One of the best resorts near Chicago is debuting a brand-new restaurant
Lake Forest’s Deer Path Inn is transforming its historic English Room into The Brasserie, a lively new dining spot filled with art.
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Chicago’s supper club revival is turning dinner into a whole night out
These are the restaurants leaning into nightlife
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Chicago was just named one of the top 10 best food destinations in the world
A new global ranking puts the city at number nine worldwide, fueled by Michelin stars, viral buzz and food-focused experiences.
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There’s a new Chicago liquor tax in effect. Here is what it actually means for you.
A new 1.5% tax now applies to alcohol bought for off-premises consumption.
Where to drink in Chicago
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The best late-night bars in Chicago that are open until 4am—or later
When the clock hits 2am in Chicago, your night on the town doesn't have to end.
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The 20 best wine bars in Chicago
Because sometimes you just want to crack open a bottle of wine and keep pouring until it’s dry.
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Explore Time Out Market Chicago
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This Michelin-starred chef is opening a playful new seafood and wine bar in Fulton Market
Chef Christian Hunter has gotten used to making headlines lately: he was a James Beard Award Finalist in 2022 for his work at a restaurant in Connecticut, and...
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These two new restaurants serve viral birria tacos and Michelin-level sandwiches under the same roof in the West Loop
The West Loop’s dining scene is heating up once again this fall as it welcomes two exciting new restaurants at Time Out Market Chicago. Chef-driven...
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Your guide to the food and drink at Time Out Market Chicago—and how to order
Here are all the restaurants and a preview of what to expect.
Chicago's hottest new restaurants and bars
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Crying Tiger
Located in the former Hub 51 space at the corner of Hubbard and Dearborn Streets in River North, Southeast Asian-inspired restaurant Crying Tiger is the...
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LIA
At LIA, the food is almost as captivating as the art on the walls. Chef and owner Justin Viacuinas reinvents the menu every few months when he brings in a new...
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Midōsuji
Boka Restaurant Group's omakase spot Midōsuji is helmed by three-Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park alum chef Brian Lockwood. Described as a...
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Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna
Boka Restaurant Group’s dimly lit new pizza joint, located inside the former GT Fish & Oyster space on the corner of Grand Avenue and Wells Street,...
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Ithaki Estiatorio
We’ve seen plenty of modern Greek restaurants pop up across the city over the past few years, and most of them have garnered major buzz. On the surface,...
How to eat and drink like a local in Chicago
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The best deep dish pizzas in Chicago
Deep dish pizza is one of the most iconic Chicago foods, and if you eat like a local, you'll likely be pulled into the debate over who...
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9 Malört cocktails to try in Chicago right now
Ah, Malört. Opinions vary greatly on the city's most infamous liqueur but even if you're not a fan, you have to admire the creativity the best...
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The best hot dog stands in Chicago, ranked
The hot dog is in the pantheon of iconic Chicago foods, right up there with deep dish pizza and Italian beef. And you probably don’t have to go very...
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17 ways to eat like a local in Chicago
From deep dish to Chicago-style dogs, here's how to eat like a lifelong local.
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The best brunch spots in Chicago to try right now
Rise and shine with delicious eggs, syrup-covered waffles, bottomless mimosas and more.
The best budget meals in Chicago
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Where to get the best Italian beef sandwiches in Chicago
Spoiler: this list will have you drooling.
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The best tacos in Chicago you can't miss
Tacos are a universally loved food, so we’ve searched high and low for the best ones in town. Swaddled in warm, handmade tortillas and packed with a...
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Where to find the best BBQ in Chicago
The city's smoked-meat scene is wonderfully diverse.
