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Lincoln Square

a “sorry, we’re closed” sign posted above a restaurant interior

Lizzy J Cafe’s Pop-Up Pivot and Four More Closures to Know

By Ashok Selvam and Naomi Waxman September 30

A Famed Korean Barbecue Gets Temporarily Shut Down for Fire and Ventilation Issues

By Ashok Selvam September 29

An Eater’s Guide to Chicago

Unofficial and highly opinionated information about the City of Broad Shoulders

By Ashok Selvam and Naomi Waxman September 20

A “Come in we’re open sign” on top of a dining room

Coffee, Hip Hop & Mental Health’s New Nonprofit Cafe and Five More Openings

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam September 16

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The Ultimate Visitor’s Guide to Eating in Chicago
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The Hottest Bakeries in Chicago

By Ashok Selvam September 1

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A man in a white apron and white paper hat points at a pile of pastrami on a plate behind a deli counter.

Jewish Deli Legend Manny’s Marks 80 Years With New Smoked Pastrami Sandwich

By Naomi Waxman August 24

Seoul Taco Wicker Park and Five More Upcoming Bars and Restaurants

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam August 23

A bowl of arancini with a side of marinara sauce.

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The Essential Restaurants for Affordable Dining in Chicago

By Jeffy Mai and Eater Staff August 18

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A white bowl filled with thick, cold noodles topped with crushed peanuts and green cilantro.

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Where to Find Refreshing Cold Asian Noodles in Chicago

By Naomi Waxman August 15

A red and white frozen cocktail sits in a plastic cup on a table in front of a wall of ferns.

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Killer Frozen Cocktails to Beat the Chicago Summer Heat

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam August 12

A hand holds a white styrofoam cup of red and yellow Italian ice in front of a colorful wall mural.

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Chicago’s Essential Italian Ice Spots

By Naomi Waxman and Eater Staff August 2

Details Emerge on Chef Iliana Regan’s Second Book

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam July 20

A deep dish pizza topped with pepperoni, tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella.

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The Essential Pizza Restaurants in Chicago

By Jeffy Mai and Ashok Selvam July 19

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A casual cafe with a red sign overlaying the image that reads “Sorry We’re Closed”

Glenn’s Diner in Ravenswood to Close after 17 Years

By Ashok Selvam and Naomi Waxman July 14

A box of half a dozen doughnuts with brightly colored glazes on a white table.

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20 Great Places for Doughnuts in Chicago

By aimee.levitt and Eater Staff June 10

Chicago City, Illinois, United States of America

An Enormous Addition to Millennium Park Plaza and Four More Upcoming Bars and Restaurants to Know

By Naomi Waxman and aimee.levitt June 7

A sun-filled patio filled with tables covered in white clothes. Ivy climbs the brick wall on the right.

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Where to Drink Outdoors in Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, and North Center

By Samantha Nelson June 7

A shallow bowl containing squab and white asparagus in bearnaise sauce.

A Pair of French Landmarks Reopen in Winnetka and Eight More Openings

By Naomi Waxman, aimee.levitt, and 1 more June 6

A masked barista sets a pair of drinks on the counter while customers wait in line.

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Chicago’s 20 Essential Coffee Shops

By aimee.levitt, Naomi Waxman, and 1 more May 17

A chef holds down a slab of brisket and slices it into thin pieces.

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Chicago’s Essential Barbecue Restaurants

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

By aimee.levitt and Eater Staff May 10

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Chicago’s skyline at night with building lit up.

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Where to Find Late-Night Food in Chicago

By Naomi Waxman, aimee.levitt, and 1 more April 22

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Chef Damarr Brown Shows off his Sweet Side on ‘Top Chef: Houston’

By Ashok Selvam April 22

Sable fish wrapped in squash blossoms and salt baked. The salt bake is seasoned with roasted artichoke leaves.

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Chicago's 2022 Michelin Stars, Mapped

By aimee.levitt and Eater Staff April 18

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Chicago's 2022 Michelin Bib Gourmand List, Mapped

By Naomi Waxman and aimee.levitt April 14

A glass of red wine sits on a small side table surrounded by books.

Why Doesn’t Chicago Have More Wine Bars in Bookstores?

Few things go together better than a book and a bottle of wine, but Chicagoans are still learning

By aimee.levitt April 1

A double cheeseburger on a plate with fries and a beer in the background.

A Burger and Brunch Bar Expands to Old Town and Four More Openings to Know

By Naomi Waxman, aimee.levitt, and 1 more March 25

A slice of pepperoni pizza on a paper plate on a wooden table with a paper packed of crushed red pepper and parm.

Jimmy’s Pizza Cafe Proves Chicago Has Marvelous New York-Style Pies

By Ashok Selvam March 23

A pink counter with displays of marshmallows and disposable cups.

A Tiny Rogers Park Marshmallow Cafe Plans Move to Larger Lincoln Park Location

By aimee.levitt and Naomi Waxman March 15

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Chicago’s Top Irish Pubs

By aimee.levitt and Eater Staff March 11

Chicago’s Covid-19 Uptick Spurs First New Limits Since Reopening

The Chicago Restaurants and Bars Maintaining COVID-19 Rules

A running list of restaurants and bars that are keeping pandemic safety policies after the city’s mandates end

By Naomi Waxman and aimee.levitt March 10

A piece of meat with a small tag sits on a cutting board on a shelf in a refrigerated storage space.

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20 Essential Chicago Steakhouses

By aimee.levitt and Eater Staff March 7

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A plate of fried cod with fries, peas, and tartar sauce.

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Where to Eat Fish and Chips in Chicago

By aimee.levitt and Eater Staff March 4

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