What to EAT @ Chicago
Hot Doug's is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

1. Hot Doug's

3324 N California Ave (at Roscoe St), Chicago, IL
Hot Dog Joint · Northwest Side · 236 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Order Duck Fat Fries. They are only served on Fridays and Saturdays and people line up for hours to get them.The distinct flavor of the duck fat adds a dimension to the starch of the fresh potatoes. Read more.

Alinea is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

2. Alinea

8.8
1723 N Halsted St (btwn W North Ave & W Willow St), Chicago, IL
Molecular Gastronomy Restaurant · Lincoln Park · 142 tips and reviews
Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

3. Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe

9.0
130 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · The Loop · 481 tips and reviews
Xoco is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

4. Xoco

8.8
449 N Clark St (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Near North Side · 360 tips and reviews
Sable Kitchen & Bar is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

5. Sable Kitchen & Bar

505 N State St (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Near North Side · 198 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The Spanish gin and tonics at Sable Kitchen + Bar is one of the 100 best things we drank this year. http://tmout.us/rLOtk Read more.

The Purple Pig is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

6. The Purple Pig

500 N Michigan Ave (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Mediterranean Restaurant · Streeterville · 633 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: Chosen as one of the 10 Best New Restaurants in America in our annual restaurant issue!

Girl & The Goat is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

7. Girl & The Goat

9.0
809 W Randolph St (at Halsted St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Town · 552 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Sure it's tough to get in, but Stephanie Izard's hamachi crudo with crisp pork belly; pappardelle with goat, pork and veal sugo; and intricate veggie dishes make it worth the wait. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

The Capital Grille is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

8. The Capital Grille

8.3
633 N St. Clair St., Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 60 tips and reviews
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

9. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse

9.0
1028 N Rush St (at E Bellevue Pl), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Gold Coast · 282 tips and reviews
Senza is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

10. Senza

2873 N Broadway (at W Surf St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Lake View East · 19 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Everything here is gluten free. Order sea scallops, or pan-seared foie gras atop caramel corn crème brûlée. – Green Guide Editor

Grand Lux Café is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

11. Grand Lux Café

8.3
600 N Michigan Ave (at Ontario St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 349 tips and reviews

Hr R.Hr Ryu: Reminds me of Cheesecake Factory. I would totally go here for the beignets (takes 20mins).

Volare Ristorante Italiano is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

12. Volare Ristorante Italiano

8.6
201 E Grand Ave (at St Clair St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Streeterville · 132 tips and reviews
Eleven City Diner is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

13. Eleven City Diner

8.9
1112 S Wabash Ave (btwn 11th St & Roosevelt Rd), Chicago, IL
Diner · South Loop · 299 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The 11 City French toast at Eleven City Diner is one of the 100 best things we ate this year. http://tmout.us/rLOtk Read more.

14. Au Cheval

9.1
800 W Randolph St (at S Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Fulton Market · 482 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The generous schmear of mayo, the melted American cheese and the chopped raw onions that cut through the beef with a piquant bite are the real stars of this burger. http://tmoutchi.us/YmTIHi Read more.

Piccolo Sogno is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

15. Piccolo Sogno

9.1
464 N Halsted St (at Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Fulton River District · 112 tips and reviews
Tanta Chicago is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

16. Tanta Chicago

8.9
118 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
Peruvian Restaurant · River North · 112 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Since opening in mid-August, Gaston Acurio's first foray into the Midwest has drawn rave reviews and buzz from diners and media. It's no wonder he's one of the most renowned chefs in the world.

The Publican is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

17. The Publican

8.8
837 W Fulton Market (at N Green St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton Market · 358 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Head over Sunday nights for a $45-per-person family-style four-course dinner.

Big Star is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

18. Big Star

9.0
1531 N Damen Ave (at N Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Wicker Park · 572 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Tacos al pastor, which is spit-roasted pork cooked with pineapple and onion; a crunchy fried fish taco; and best of all, pork belly with tomato guajillo sauce, queso fresco, onion, and cilantro. Read more.

Mercadito is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

19. Mercadito

8.0
108 W Kinzie St (btwn Clark St & LaSalle Blvd), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 249 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Two types of guacamole, two types of ceviche, three types of tacos and a personal dessert are included in the $22 lunch. With beverages, dinner is rounds out to an even $40. Read more.

Lula Café is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

20. Lula Café

9.3
2537 N Kedzie Blvd (btwn Linden & Logan Sq.), Chicago, IL
Café · Logan Square · 256 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Stop by on Mondays for the three-course $28 farm menu.

HUB 51 is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

21. HUB 51

8.4
51 W Hubbard St (at Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Near North Side · 251 tips and reviews

PeoplePeople: Stars like Josh Duhamel and the Glee cast load up on their crunchy tuna rolls and famous carrot cake–only to dance off the calories downstairs at Sub51. Tip: Make a reservation or expect a big wait.

Avec is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

22. Avec

9.2
615 W Randolph St (at N Jefferson St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Loop · 214 tips and reviews
Haymarket Pub & Brewery is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

23. Haymarket Pub & Brewery

8.0
737 W Randolph St (at Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Brewery · Fulton Market · 174 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Try the Mathias Imperial IPA from our 100 Best list!

Blackbird is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

24. Blackbird

619 W Randolph St (at N Desplaines St.), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Loop · 127 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Blackbird is offering a $22 prix-fixe menu for lunch and a $65 prix fixe for dinner as well as the regular $110 tasting menu. The menus change daily with availability of ingredients. Read more.

The Bristol is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

25. The Bristol

2152 N Damen Ave (at Webster Ave.), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Bucktown · 99 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Try the basque cake from our 100 Best list: Thankfully, this warm cake with a golden crust and soft middle is the only dessert pastry chef Amanda Rockman keeps on her menu year-round.

Telegraph Wine Bar is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

26. Telegraph Wine Bar

2601 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Wine Bar · Logan Square · 35 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Props to Jeremy Quinn, whom Food & Wine named one of the top sommeliers of 2012.

The Aviary is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

27. The Aviary

8.7
955 W Fulton Market (at Morgan St.), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Fulton Market · 174 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Some cocktails have amazing presentation, like the Rooibos, and some, like the Blueberry are remarkable in every way. But no matter what you order, you'll never think of a cocktail the same way again. Read more.

Mastro's Steakhouse is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

28. Mastro's Steakhouse

8.8
520 N Dearborn St (at Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 122 tips and reviews

29. Chicago Cut Steakhouse

8.8
300 N LaSalle Dr (at Carroll Ave), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · River North · 146 tips and reviews
Pump Room is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

30. Pump Room

1301 N State Pkwy (at E Goethe St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Gold Coast · 94 tips and reviews

Dolce&GabbanaDolce&Gabbana: Reopened focusing on farm-to-table and organic cuisine. On the menu, among the dishes are: slow-baked Atlantic salmon, over roasted lobster, chicken-liver toast and roasted carrot and avocado salad.

NoMI is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

31. NoMI

8.8
800 N Michigan Ave (North Rush Street), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Streeterville · 107 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Try the uni avocado toast from our 100 Best list: Chef Ryan LaRoche’s unlikely combination of briny sea urchin, smooth avocado, Mangalica ham and bright capers exhibits a keen understanding of flavor.

Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

32. Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery

1 W Grand Ave (at N State St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Near North Side · 223 tips and reviews
Farmhouse Chicago is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

33. Farmhouse Chicago

228 W Chicago Ave (btwn Wells St & Franklin St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Near North Side · 139 tips and reviews
25 Degrees is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

34. 25 Degrees

736 N Clark St (at W Superior St), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · River North · 116 tips and reviews
bellyQ is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

35. bellyQ

1400 W. Randolph St. (at Ogden Ave), Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Fulton Market · 96 tips and reviews
Tokio Pub is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

36. Tokio Pub

7.1
1900 E Higgins Rd (at Frontage Rd), Schaumburg, IL
Japanese Restaurant · 41 tips and reviews
Revolution Brewing is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

37. Revolution Brewing

8.8
2323 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn N California & W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Brewery · Logan Square · 391 tips and reviews
Piece Brewery and Pizzeria is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

38. Piece Brewery and Pizzeria

9.1
1927 W North Ave (btwn Elk Grove Ave & Damen Ave), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Wicker Park · 349 tips and reviews
Forever Yogurt is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

39. Forever Yogurt

1924 W North Ave (at N Winchester Ave), Chicago, IL
Frozen Yogurt Shop · Bucktown · 45 tips and reviews
Sepia is one of What to EAT @ Chicago.

40. Sepia

8.4
123 N Jefferson St (btwn W Washington St & W Randolph St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Loop · 63 tips and reviews