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A French Wine Bar in North Center and Nine More Upcoming Bars and Restaurants to Know

By Naomi Waxman and Aimee Levitt

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Chicago’s 20 Essential Coffee Shops

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An Enormous New Food Hall From 16” On Center to Open in the Old Post Office

By Aimee Levitt

An Indian Street Food Mini-Chain Reemerges in the Loop and Four More Openings

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Where to Eat and Drink Along the Chicago River

By Aimee Levitt and Eater Staff

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Where to Drink Outdoors Downtown in Chicago

By Samantha Nelson

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Chicago’s Essential Barbecue Restaurants

Feast on ribs, brisket, pulled pork, and other smoky delights

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Where to Eat Brunch in Chicago Right Now

Don’t drop the ball on Mother’s Day

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25 Classic Chicago Restaurants to Try

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25 Sheltered Spots for Open-Air Dining in Chicago When It Rains

By Naomi Waxman, Ashok Selvam, and 1 more

Bangkok Natives Open Up Thai Food Stall Inside Downtown Food Hall

By Naomi Waxman

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The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago, Spring 2022

A tribute to Old World flavors and a Pan Asian powerhouse are among four new additions

By Ashok Selvam

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Chicago’s Essential Outdoor Dining Spots

These classic spots are more important than ever

By Naomi Waxman and Eater Staff

Vegan Empanada and Acai Bowl Chains Forge an Alliance Near Millennium Park

By Naomi Waxman

Successful State Street Summer Sunday Block Parties to Return

By Aimee Levitt

Russian Tea Time, Chicago’s Ukranian-Founded Restaurant Landmark, Targeted With Misguided Scorn

By Naomi Waxman

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Where to Watch the NCAA Basketball Tournament

By Ashok Selvam

An Eater’s Guide to Chicago

Unofficial and highly opinionated information about the City of Broad Shoulders

By Ashok Selvam

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20 Essential Chicago Steakhouses

By Aimee Levitt and Eater Staff
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Where to Eat Fish and Chips in Chicago

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An Eater’s Guide to Chicago

Unofficial, highly opinionated information about the Windy City

By Ashok Selvam

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20 Standout Lunch Destinations in Chicago

By Jeffy Mai

Specialty Grocer in Old Town Claims Its Ouster Is Due to ‘Back-Door’ Deal With Dom’s Kitchen & Market

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Where to Find Paczki in Chicago

Paczki Day 2022 is March 1, but paczki season is already well underway

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20 Great Restaurants for Solo Dining in Chicago

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Where to Slurp Ramen in Chicago

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Where to Eat Italian Food in Chicago

By Jeffy Mai
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Hair of the Dog: Meet the Bar Animals of Chicago

At many of the city’s neighborhood watering holes, cats and dogs greet customers, chase rats away, and keep solo drinkers company

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Where to Find Thin-Crust Pizza in Chicago

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Chicago’s Vaccination Mandate Could Be Lifted ‘In A Matter of Weeks,’ Says Mayor

By Aimee Levitt and Naomi Waxman

Chicago Black Restaurant Week 2022 Launches on Sunday

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16 Outstanding Spots To Sip Tea in Chicago

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