New American restaurant · West Town
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"A celebrated restaurant in Chicago that has earned a place on the back half of the World's Best list." - Bettina Makalintal
Portuguese restaurant · East Ukrainian Village
Porto dazzles with wood-grilled Galician and Portuguese seafood, vibrant decor, and a thoughtfully curated Spanish-Portuguese wine list.
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Vegan restaurant · Calumet Heights
Plant-Based Junkie serves up drool-worthy vegan fast food with delicious twists on classic dishes, ensuring every bite feels indulgently satisfying.
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Southern restaurant (US) · Wicker Park
Ina Mae Tavern channels New Orleans in Wicker Park with soulful Southern classics, boozy cocktails, live music, and a laid-back vibe.
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Pizza restaurant · Lincoln Park
This cozy Lincoln Park spot dishes out legendary, cheesy Chicago-style pizza pot pies and hearty Italian grinders in a historic, prohibition-era vibe.
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Dim sum restaurant · South Loop
MingHin Cuisine serves modern Cantonese dim sum and seafood in spacious, stylish spots across Chicago, perfect for groups craving classics like siu mai and crispy pork belly.
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Restaurant · Park West
Kong Dog in Lincoln Park serves up crispy, Korean-style corn dogs in a chill space, with playful flavors and refreshing slushes to wash them down.
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Chinese restaurant · West Town
Stephanie Izard’s Duck Duck Goat serves creative, buzzing Chinese-American fare with cool vibes and standout dim sum in a hip Fulton Market setting.
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Hamburger restaurant · Fulton River District
Maillard Tavern is a casual-chic joint in River West serving up stellar burgers, inventive cocktails, and decadent milkshakes in a cozy bar setting.
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Chinese restaurant · Ukrainian Village
Lao Peng You serves hand-rolled dumplings and noodles in spicy, tangy broths in a casual, BYOB West Town spot that's always buzzing.
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Bar · Near North Side
Headquarters Beercade is a retro arcade oasis where you can sip craft cocktails, chow down on elevated pub fare, and relive the glory days with vintage games—all on free play.
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