CLAUDIA

Restaurant · Bucktown

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"Born in 2015 as a twice monthly pop-up in Chicago’s West Town, this restaurant finally got its brick-and-mortar footing earlier this fall—and a Michelin star shortly thereafter. Those pop-up days gave chef Trevor Teich and team time to garner some sweet accolades and local love, and fans are now flocking here on the nightly for a taste of what Teich does best—contemporary fine dining highlighting his training in French and Japanese cuisine—and his natural knack for storytelling. Discover it by way of his 10-course tasting menu, a whimsical culinary journey that functions, just as the restaurant suggests, like a chapter from one of your favorite childhood books." - Nicole Schnitzler, Brad Japhe

29 Best Restaurants in Chicago, From Deep-Dish Joints to Ethiopian Eateries | Condé Nast Traveler
Kristen Mendiola

1952 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 Get directions

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