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Sardine sandwiches floating on titanium antennae, solidified olive oil -- Alinea may well be, and I do not say this lightly, the most important restaurant in America. -- Andrew Zimmern, Bizarre Foods
Buy the cookbook before dinner and follow along and be courteous with your cameras, others are simply trying to enjoy their experience. - Inspector
Great cocktails and large beer selection. Menu has changed quite some bit from elevated street food to more comfort food. Still the same awesome vibe!
Fried food fans must get the duck wings. They come with buttermilk dressing and fiercely sour cherry mostarda for double-dipping: Read more.
Beet flatbread, then muscle bowl with watermelon salad. Amaze. Can't believe my 'hood finally has such a great go-to! Excellent food/people @ The Peasantry.
great place to take out of town guests...with kids!
Come in a party of 4 or less for quick seating. And get the pizza pot pies :)
don't freak out when they don't take your name or write it down. trust me, they remember your face and party size.
The best Italian. Great for dining in or taking out. A must have and do when you are craving Italian. Staff is incredible.
everything was outstanding from the mussels in wine, avocado crostini, veal ossobuco to stuffed veal scallopini...!!! superlove their espresso...!!!
Where do I start? I have never had a bad meal here. Great pastas, fish, desserts... Read more.
Fish tacos, shrimp tacos and kalimbi tacos are so good, one of the best takeout places in Lincoln park
Shrimp tacos are awesome and three time more flavorful than the BBQ chicken or pork
All of the Korean-style tacos at Del Seoul are worth ordering, though make sure to order at least one fish taco.
Hot dogs, soda, fries, maybe a milkshake"-", I love the burgers though, hands down best!
Go to Wiener Circle and grab a Char-Dog. Make sure to swear like a Champ if it's after midnight ;-)
Order margaritas & guacamole along with El Pastor & Ceviche tacos and you have a feast!
The corn on the cob is delish...
Beer slushies!!! Love them. On the menu they are called the Black & Green Margarita, but, whatever…
Amazingly good cupcakes. If you don't see what you like you can build your own starting with about 8 base cupcakes, then about 10 frostings, then some more toppings for that.
Try the Cupcakes
Get the Ron Bennington!
Steak Frites are the way to go, along with a soup as starters.
Best French in the city so far
Burrata cheese was amazing!! Definitely share plates here!
Calamari. Very yum. So taste. Wow.
A great place to get that summer vibe during the cold Chicago winters. And fantastic food! The other tips don't steer you wrong. Must haves: calamari & burrata.
Excellent selection of banh mi. Tofu and vegetarian are really good!
Very few Vietnamese restaurants deliver in Chicago. Fortunately, Simply It does! A steaming bowl of Pho (beef noodle soup) is my cure-all for bad colds. Read more.
Try the Fresh Summer Rolls (Goi Cuon Cua)Real king crab meat, lettuce, rice noodle, mint, carrot, jicama, avocado, bean sprout, wrapped in a thin rice paper. served with a tamarind dipping sauce.
The stellar salad bar, crave-worthy falafel, hearty soups, addictive stuffed pies and imported packaged foods are a near carbon-copy of the original’s, which are very good. Read more.
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Falafel sandwich: Two big pieces of falafel are stuffed into a pita dripping with hummus. For just less than $4, the taste to cost ratio makes this one of the best bargains in the city.
Delicious breakfast, be sure to get here early because the wait can be long! Eggs, pancakes and French Toast are delicious!
The chocolate milk size "small" is very small, I would suggest going with the "large" for an adult. For food, I'd go with the B.E.L.T. or a Benedict dish.
You absolutely cannot go wrong with the Eggs Benedict
Very large specials menu highlighting the freshness of the food. All the pastas are delicious! Very lively and warm environment.
This neighborhood trattoria is known for its charming Italian staff and authentic Italian food. Be sure to try one of the nightly specials; they are always delicious. - Inspector
Dario is the man.
Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA