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Tropic Island in Chatham serves up generously portioned Caribbean and soul food, featuring must-try jerk dishes and a laid-back vibe.

Nestled in Logan Square, this vibrant spot serves up inventive Mexican small plates, radiant cocktails, and a casual, welcoming vibe that’s hard to beat.

This bustling bi-level Italian spot in Chicago offers a lively yet relaxed atmosphere, serving up delicious small and large plates alongside great wine and cocktails.

A cozy haven for poetry lovers, this stunning building is perfect for peaceful reading and browsing an inviting collection of beautiful words.

The Omakase Room at Sushi-san is a chic, ten-seat den in River North where Chef Kaze Chan curates an extraordinary 18-course sushi journey paired with inventive libations, all in an intimate, vibrant atmosphere.

Nestled in Chinatown Square, this spacious second-story gem serves an expansive dim sum menu and seafood specialties beneath shimmering chandeliers.

Coalfire is a cozy pizzeria in West Town, renowned for its perfectly charred coal-fired thin-crust pies topped with fresh, high-quality ingredients and a diverse selection of craft brews.

HaiSous in Pilsen serves up upscale Vietnamese cuisine with a creative spin, featuring family-style dishes like caramelized chicken wings and seafood delights in a stylish, relaxed atmosphere perfect for sharing.

Roister, the laid-back gem of the Alinea Group, serves up inventive New American comfort food amidst a bustling, open-kitchen vibe.

Botanero is a chic Wicker Park eatery where vibrant Mexican flavors meet modern flair, perfect for inventive cocktails and cozy, intimate dining.