Southern Italian restaurant · Lakeview
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"Chef Christopher Thompson, O’Donnell’s chef at Coda Di Volpe — the Italian spot O’Donnell co-owns with Billy Lawless (The Gage, The Dawson) — will serve as the new company’s culinary director." - Ashok Selvam
Pub · Bucktown
This cozy vintage watering hole boasts a laid-back vibe, serving up drinks, popcorn, and pizza while welcoming pups in its lovely beer garden.
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Restaurant · South Loop
A hybrid of pub, pizzeria & Polish-American restaurant, with a casual industrial-style setting.
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Hot dog stand · Park West
At this late-night hot dog gem, you’ll savor iconic Chicago-style dogs and cheeky banter from the staff in a fun, quirky setting.
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American restaurant · Ranch Triangle
New American fare offered in a chic, rustic-industrial space with a basement wine cellar & bar.
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Resort hotel · Loop
Nestled in a stunning Gothic building from the 1890s, this stylish hotel offers charming rooms, a rooftop restaurant with park views, and a cozy vibe just steps from Millennium Park.
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Asian fusion restaurant · Wicker Park
Functional eatery whipping up hearty Asian fusion grub in straightforward digs with communal tables.
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Korean restaurant · Near West Side
Soju BBQ is a trendy Korean gem in the West Loop, serving up hearty halal barbecue and vibrant vibes just a hop from the United Center.
Bakery · Logan Square
A vibrant haven for inventive Asian pastries and coffee by day, transforming into a lively restaurant-bar with bold flavors by night.
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Bar · Wicker Park
Low-lit, cozy craft cocktail lounge tucked in a record store with a menu of global sharing plates.
Mexican restaurant · Near North Side
Step into Tzuco, Chef Carlos Gaytán's River North gem where upscale Mexican cuisine meets French flair amid a vibrant, inviting atmosphere.