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Best of Chicago Food from a San Francisco Transplant
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items From Diners to Michelin Stars.. Something for everyone.
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Yummiest Restaurants In Chicagoland
Unique or Random Bars
Yummiest Restaurants In Chicagoland
Some of my favorites - I've been to all of these and the recs are personal and genuine. Bon Apetit!
Love the food and the staff and we aren't even vegetarians. It's that good.
The Chicago Diner, Lakeview - Restaurant Reviews - Yelp
I adore this restaurant. The food is consistently delicious, portions are perfect for a multi-course meal and the wine pairings are excellent. Not at all stuffy for a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Sepia ~ Chicago Restaurant ~ 312.441.1920
Insanely delicious. 4 tasting menus: non- veg, vegetarian, vegan, & pescatarian. We have been here 3x and have had both the vegetarian and non. We also share the wine pairing. Extremely well prepared and described by staff. Love the cozy ambiance...
Home | Indienne Chicago
Great space. In the Willis Tower, so you can make a day of going to the sky deck and enjoying a leisurely lunch. Tasty food.
Kindling | Downtown Cookout & Cocktails
Old school aesthetic, including the waitstaff. Steaks, lobster, pasta. Just what you’d expect before heading out to a speakeasy.
Gene & Georgetti
Family style service, delicious, excellent food. High end, but not too stuffy. Great for a celebration or for just a fun night out.
Girl & The Goat
Hard as all get-out to get a reservation, but perhaps you can drop in at the bar. The ambiance is old-timey and top notch. Food is filling and delicious. Something for everyone.
Trivoli Tavern | Chicago
Delicious burgers. Grilled just right and a little messy.
Redhot Ranch – Chicago's best burgers, fries and dogs
Do you like hard cider in unique flavors and styles? Eris has good, wholesome, food to go along with some great ciders and cider tastings. They even serve the ciders in small tasting sizes so you can try things without over-indulging or over-spending.
ERIS Brewery and Cider House
Unique or Random Bars
I love a good speakeasy. I love the old-timey feel, the sensation that I am in a movie or a past life. Grab a friend or two and visit here. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.
The Violet Hour
Legend…. Excellent tropical drinks with covered “outdoor” space to transport you to Island life. Awesome Retro Tiki Bar Oasis. Midwest's Longest Running Tiki Bar
Hala Kahiki
Step into the past. A great live-music venue for people who appreciate historical locations and Chicago lore. I used to go here for poetry slams in the 90's. Now I am more of a Jazz/Blues and sophisticated cocktails girl.
Green Mill Jazz
Enjoy vintage video games and pinball. Pinball leagues and tournaments. Adults-only. Full bar, vegan kitchen. Craft beers.
Logan Arcade
If you like cider, this place is fantastic. Seasonal Cider on tap and in cans, tasting sizes, and good food. Lively community atmosphere. Outdoor patio in the summer.
ERIS Brewery and Cider House
Beautiful location. High-end, truly unique cocktails. I think I remember a lovely non-alcoholic menu as well. The food selection is minimal but good. Not a great dinner choice. But the drinks are adventurous, complex, and delicious.
Dearly Beloved Chicago, A Cocktail Restaurant