"Antepli’s busy space has big booths, long tables, a patio, and plant walls decorated with neon cursive—it feels very “River North bottomless brunch.” But there won’t be any mimosa-fueled shout-talking happening at this Turkish restaurant. Anything involving their freshly baked bread is a must, from cheesy pide with eggplant to crispy lahmacun stuffed with minced meat. And for mains, the must-order is their iskender—slivers of lamb and bread pieces with yogurt and a zesty tomato sauce. Chances are, there will be a few customers stopping by to pick up some baklava to go—and you should follow suit because Antepli makes some of the city’s best." - john ringor, adrian kane
John Ringor
