American restaurant · Near North Side
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"Bridge House Tavern was pushed out of its downtown riverside space to become Lettuce Entertain You’s Pizzeria Portofino and RPM on the Water." - Daniel Gerzina
Lebanese restaurant · West Town
Beity, a cozy haven in Fulton Market, serves an inventive Lebanese-French tasting menu that feels like a heartfelt embrace from Chef Ryan Fakih's culinary roots.
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Sandwich shop · Little Italy
Al's Beef is a Chicago classic where you can guzzle down legendary Italian beef sandwiches, piled high with tender, flavorful meat and drippy jus, all in a charmingly no-frills space that's soaked in history.
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Restaurant · Bucktown
Chef's Special Cocktail Bar in Bucktown is a lively haunt that serves inventive twists on Chinese-American classics, making it a perfect spot for craft cocktails and nostalgic bites.
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Pizza restaurant · Printer's Row
Roots Handmade Pizza in Printer's Row serves up delicious Quad Cities-style pies beneath a dazzling retractable roof, making it the perfect spot for a funky night out.
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Fusion restaurant · Bridgeport
Kimski is a cozy, funky spot serving up creative Korean-Polish fusion eats alongside draft beer, wine, and a laid-back patio vibe.
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Mediterranean restaurant · Near North Side
Dive into a vibrant culinary adventure at this chic pork and wine haven, where each shared dish bursts with bold flavors from Italy, Greece, and Spain.
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Fine dining restaurant · Lincoln Park
Alinea serves up a visionary New American tasting menu where each dish is a stunning, playful work of art that promises an unforgettable dining spectacle.
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New American restaurant · West Town
Roister, the laid-back gem of the Alinea Group, serves up inventive New American comfort food amidst a bustling, open-kitchen vibe.
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Restaurant · West Town
Fry the Coop is Chicago's hot chicken haven where Nashville-style sandwiches and tenders reign supreme, dishing out flavors that range from mild to "lil insanity" and served on everything from brioche to donuts.
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Peruvian restaurant · Old Town
Kayao is a chic little gem in Old Town serving vibrant Peruvian-Japanese dishes like fresh ceviche and perfectly cooked seafood, all against a lively backdrop of cocktails and clubby beats.
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