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Pitchfork , a brick-walled, antler-adorned Avondale taproom from the crew behind Wrigleyville’s Rebel Bar & Grill , et al., is all about the hard stuff, promoting its selection of whiskey, bourbon, rye and scotch above all else; the ’hood’s Read More...
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Hearty Photo: stevenjohnsonphotography Food Network stars The Hearty Boys offer their New American take on comfort food (e.g. lobster pot pie, root-beer-BBQ pulled-pork sandwich) along with midpriced wines and fun cocktails at Hearty , a funky Wrigleyville Read More...
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Big Star Photo: stevenjohnsonphotography Behind the scenes at new Bucktown taqueria Big Star lurks a powerhouse team – folks from avec , Blackbird , The Publican , Sonotheque and Violet Hour – who have joined forces to offer ultrafresh, affordable Read More...
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LoKal Photo: stevenjohnsonphotography The edgy Bucktown eatery LoKal offers modern European fare (cabbage cakes with spicy chili dip, whole wheat potato pierogi in date sauce), plus a limited but affordable wine list and a handful of house cocktails; Read More...
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Crêpe Town Photo: stevenjohnsonphotography Creative savory, sweet and breakfast crêpes make for budget-friendly bites at Crêpe Town , an upscale-casual Lakeview counter-service storefront with bright, modern decor in gray and green; Read More...
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If crêpes with lots of custom combo options are what you’re craving, the casual Euro-style BYO Crêpe Crave has you covered, and also offers a big selection of artisanal gelati and coffee drinks; the caramel-colored space is soothing Read More...
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Savbor Saveur Photo: stevenjohnsonphotography French-Mexican fusion is the name of the game at Sabor Saveur, a Ukrainian Village arrival offering dishes like consommé with cacti-chorizo dumplings, chocolate-braised salmon and lobster enchiladas; Read More...
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At Belly Shack , a counter-service BYO under the el tracks in Humboldt Park, the urbanbelly crew delivers a budget-friendly Eclectic menu including Asian and Latin riffs on sandwiches, soups, salads and side dishes, along with creative soft-serve ice Read More...
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Pelago Photo: stevenjohnsonphotography Upscale contemporary seafood and fresh pasta dishes made with local ingredients are the focus at Pelago , a sophisticated Streeterville hotel Italian, which also serves four- or six-course tasting menus, plus breakfast Read More...
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Jacky's on Prairie Photo: stevenjohnsonphotography Evanston’s Jacky's Bistro has been reworked as Jacky's on Prairie , an homage to former chef-owner Jacky Pluton (even though he's no longer affiliated) that offers a midpriced, all-day Read More...
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A portrait of its namesake playwright, Samuel Beckett, presides over homey Lakeview pub Beckett's Public House , a cousin to nearby Wilde Bar & Restaurant ; social folks hang by the intricately carved wood bar or snag one of the plentiful tables Read More...
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Sprout Photo: stephenjohnsonphotography The menu at the upscale, white-tablecloth Lincoln Park French-Italian Sprout skews organic – befitting its down-to-earth name – as does its selection of wines, beers and specialty cocktails; soft lighting Read More...
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LM Le Restaurant Photo: stephenjohnsonphotography Seasonal, modern French fare pairs with a concise global wine list and a handful of house cocktails and craft brews at LM Le Restaurant , an upscale yet moderately priced Lincoln Square neighborhood spot; Read More...
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Bar Novo Photo: stephenjohnsonphotography The State Street people-watching is as solid as the creative, mixologist-made cocktails at Bar Novo, the sleek, modern, upper-moderately priced Loop lounge on the first floor of the Renaissance Chicago Hotel ; Read More...
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Folklore Photo: stevenjohnsonphotgraphy Folklore , a hipster version of Tango Sur , arrives in Ukrainian Village offering a similar affordable Argentinean steakhouse menu (with the addition of organic and grass-fed beef options) plus – unlike its Read More...
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