Joy's Noodles & Rice

Marina’s Bistro & Rum Bar is Uptown's vibrant Puerto Rican gem, serving up flavorful dishes, inventive cocktails, and a cozy, tropical vibe that feels like a mini-vacation.

The Violet Hour is Chicago's iconic speakeasy in Wicker Park serving expertly crafted, innovative cocktails in a dimly lit, intimate lounge.

Kumiko is a sleek West Loop spot blending creative Japanese cocktails and refined bites, with omakase-style drink tastings in a cozy, artful setting.

Experience the grandeur of the historic Chicago Theatre, a stunning French Baroque gem that has showcased legendary performances since 1921.

Schwa serves inventive fixed-price New American tasting menus with punk rock vibes, BYOB, and chefs who double as lively servers in a cozy Wicker Park spot.

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.

Moon Palace Express serves up a sprawling Chinese menu with Shanghai specialties, including Peking duck, and has a full bar to enjoy.

Perched atop the Hoxton, Cabra serves vibrant Peruvian-inspired small plates and craft cocktails in a lush, sunlit rooftop setting with stellar city views.

Overflow Coffee, located in the historic former Vee-Jay Records building, offers delicious organic brews and tasty bites in a cozy, art-filled space perfect for lingering or working remotely.

Calumet Fisheries is a beloved, no-frills seafood shack on the 95th Street Bridge, renowned for its house-smoked fish and hearty fried seafood, making it a perfect grab-and-go spot for a riverside feast.