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Visiting Chicago
J.P. Graziano Grocery is one of Visiting Chicago.

1. J.P. Graziano Grocery

9.2
901 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · West Town · 50 tips and reviews
City Winery Chicago is one of Visiting Chicago.

2. City Winery Chicago

8.8
1200 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Winery · West Loop · 84 tips and reviews
Stranger In Paradise is one of Visiting Chicago.

3. Stranger In Paradise

3154 W Diversey Ave (Kedzie), Chicago, IL
Tiki Bar · Logan Square · No tips or reviews
Cafe Marie-Jeanne is one of Visiting Chicago.

4. Cafe Marie-Jeanne

1001 N California Ave (Augusta), Chicago, IL
Bistro · Humboldt Park · 13 tips and reviews
Mi Tocaya Antojería is one of Visiting Chicago.

5. Mi Tocaya Antojería

8.8
2800 W Logan Blvd (California), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Logan Square · 20 tips and reviews
Lost Lake is one of Visiting Chicago.

6. Lost Lake

3154 W Diversey Ave (at Kedzie Blvd), Chicago, IL
Tiki Bar · Logan Square · 53 tips and reviews
Marshall's Landing is one of Visiting Chicago.

7. Marshall's Landing

8.6
222 Merchandise Mart Plz, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · 8 tips and reviews
Parachute HiFi is one of Visiting Chicago.

8. Parachute HiFi

9.0
3500 N Elston Ave (Troy), Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Northwest Side · 61 tips and reviews
Hot Doug's is one of Visiting Chicago.

9. Hot Doug's

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

EaterEater: Duck fat fries and encased meats? Somewhat of a no brainer. That 30-minute-plus wait every time? Totally worth it. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

Hopleaf Bar is one of Visiting Chicago.

10. Hopleaf Bar

9.1
5148 N Clark St (at W Foster Ave), Chicago, IL
Beer Bar · Andersonville · 335 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Work your way through the front bar to the back dining room for a more comfortable spot to take in the awe-inspiring international beer selection and even better food. - Inspector

11. Longman & Eagle

9.3
2657 N Kedzie Ave (at W Schubert Ave), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Logan Square · 351 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Logan Square's gastropub, with a kick-ass whisky selection, has made national headlines and even got a Michelin star. Like a nose-to-tail approach? So does chef Jared Wentworth. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

12. The Purple Pig

500 N Michigan Ave (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Mediterranean Restaurant · Streeterville · 633 tips and reviews
The Map Room is one of Visiting Chicago.

13. The Map Room

8.7
1949 N Hoyne Ave (at W Armitage Ave), Chicago, IL
Beer Bar · Bucktown · 108 tips and reviews
The Publican is one of Visiting Chicago.

14. The Publican

8.9
837 W Fulton Market (at N Green St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton Market · 358 tips and reviews

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: The Publican butchers organically raise animals in-house and serve up charcuterie plates of sausage, hams, pâtés and terrines. Read more.

Blackbird is one of Visiting Chicago.

15. Blackbird

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

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Want a star-level meal that won’t leave you in a heavy food coma? The light, fresh, and delicious fare at Blackbird is a wonderful option. - Inspector

Lula Cafe is one of Visiting Chicago.

16. Lula Cafe

9.3
2537 N Kedzie Blvd (btwn Linden & Logan Sq.), Chicago, IL
Café · Logan Square · 257 tips and reviews
Schwa is one of Visiting Chicago.

17. Schwa

8.8
1466 N Ashland Ave (at W Le Moyne St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Noble Square · 35 tips and reviews

The FeastThe Feast: Schwa is a strange one, that's for sure. A nondescript restaurant with odd hours, service run entirely by kitchen staff, and BYOB—but some of the most amazing and inventive food you'll ever eat.

Big Jones is one of Visiting Chicago.

18. Big Jones

8.3
5347 N Clark St (btwn W Summerdale Ave & W Balmoral Ave), Chicago, IL
Southern Food Restaurant · Andersonville · 138 tips and reviews

Richie D.Richie Diesterheft: Great Creole food. Brunch is amazing. No need to purchase an appetizer. You're given complimentary powdered sugar beignets that are FAB-U-LOUS!

Anteprima is one of Visiting Chicago.

19. Anteprima

7.6
5316 N Clark St (at W Summerdale Ave), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Andersonville · 32 tips and reviews

MightybytesMightybytes: Home-style Italian cooking skillfully prepared with fresh ingredients. Garden dining in season. Read more.

Kiki's Bistro is one of Visiting Chicago.

20. Kiki's Bistro

900 N Franklin St (at W Locust St), Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · Near North Side · 17 tips and reviews

Nicole G.Nicole Granowitz: Cozy and romantic atmosphere. Most amazing onion soup plus everything else on the menu.

Lao Sze Chuan Restaurant is one of Visiting Chicago.

21. Lao Sze Chuan Restaurant

8.2
2172 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL
Chinese Restaurant · Armour Square · 109 tips and reviews

EaterEater: One of four Chinatown spots owned by Tony Hu, the focus here is on Szechwan dishes, ranging from the basic to the downright adventurous. [Eater 38 Member]

The Gage is one of Visiting Chicago.

22. The Gage

9.1
24 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe & Madison St.), Chicago, IL
Gastropub · The Loop · 339 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The food is rich and flavorful, from the perfect-for-snacking Scotch egg to the Gage burger, served a juicy medium-rare and dripping with melted onion marmalade and gobs of Midwestern Camembert. Read more.

Sepia is one of Visiting Chicago.

23. Sepia

8.4
123 N Jefferson St (btwn W Washington St & W Randolph St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Loop · 64 tips and reviews

InterContinental ChicagoInterContinental Chicago: Located in what used to be an 1890 print shop. The Chef seeks to bring back traditional cooking practices while staying at the cutting edge of taste. Dinner only served on Saturdays & Sundays.

mk The Restaurant is one of Visiting Chicago.

24. mk The Restaurant

868 N Franklin St (btw Chestnut St & Locust St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Near North Side · 47 tips and reviews

Gilt CityGilt City: A five-time James Beard Award nominee, Chef Kornick has been lighting up Chicago’s dining circuit since 1993. Try the lobster bisque: creamy and cognac-infused, with a decadent sprinkling of saffron.

North Pond is one of Visiting Chicago.

25. North Pond

8.7
2610 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Lincoln Park · 41 tips and reviews

EpicuriousEpicurious: Learn where your food comes from at this farm-to-table restaurant, and enjoy the daily-changing menu while gazing at the "rural" scenery - it's located in a park that serves as oasis for the city.

Twisted Spoke is one of Visiting Chicago.

26. Twisted Spoke

8.4
501 N Ogden Ave (at Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · West Town · 140 tips and reviews
Ada Street is one of Visiting Chicago.

27. Ada Street

9.0
1664 N Ada St (btwn Concord & Wabansia), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Bucktown · 67 tips and reviews

Renaissance HotelsRenaissance Hotels: Step through a former freight elevator shaft to find one of the hottest bar and restaurants in Chicago. Try the Winter G&T along with one of the many sensational small plates for a truly perfect meal. Read more.

Gilt Bar is one of Visiting Chicago.

28. Gilt Bar

9.2
230 W Kinzie St (at N. Franklin St.), Chicago, IL
Lounge · River North · 189 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Sophistication, affordable gastropub fare and classic cocktails reign at owner Brendan Sodikoff's gilded age-inspired River North hotspot. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

Maude's Liquor Bar is one of Visiting Chicago.

29. Maude's Liquor Bar

840 W Randolph St (btwn Green St & Peoria St), Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · Fulton Market · 104 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Try the steak tartare from our 100 Best list: If you can find a better steak tartare anywhere in town, we’re buying.

Au Cheval is one of Visiting Chicago.

30. Au Cheval

9.2
800 W Randolph St (at S Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Fulton Market · 482 tips and reviews

Rafique J.Rafique Jiwani: Come here with a friend because you'll need to try multiple dishes. Foie gras over scrambled eggs and general Jane's chicken are mandatory entrées.

Chicago Q is one of Visiting Chicago.

31. Chicago Q

8.7
1160 N Dearborn St (at W Division St.), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Near North Side · 164 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Upscale touches include Kobe brisket and “competition” ribs. Spare ribs (the standard, not the $10-more-expensive “competition” slab), proved tender, with a good dose of smoke and a slightly sweet rub Read more.

Bang Bang Pie Shop is one of Visiting Chicago.

32. Bang Bang Pie Shop

9.3
2051 N California Ave (at N Point St), Chicago, IL
Pie Shop · Logan Square · 120 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: This is no ordinary pie shop. Behind the crust is an impressive story of resolve and sweet, sweet filling. Read more.

Deleece is one of Visiting Chicago.

33. Deleece

3747 N Southport Ave (btwn W Waveland Ave & W Grace Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Lakeview · 37 tips and reviews

Donald M.Donald Monson: Brunch is superior to dinner. Their beignets are quite tasty!

Bangers & Lace is one of Visiting Chicago.

34. Bangers & Lace

8.5
1670 West Division Street, Wicker Park (at Paulina Ave), Chicago, IL
Bar · Wicker Park · 155 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: They have about a dozen sausages on the menu to stuff down, with a wide selection of American craft beers on hand to wash all the goodness down. Read more.

Scofflaw is one of Visiting Chicago.

35. Scofflaw

9.4
3201 W Armitage Ave (at Kedzie Ave), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 149 tips and reviews
Publican Quality Meats is one of Visiting Chicago.

36. Publican Quality Meats

9.5
825 W Fulton Market (at N Green St), Chicago, IL
Deli · Fulton Market · 134 tips and reviews
Billy Sunday is one of Visiting Chicago.

37. Billy Sunday

8.9
3143 W Logan Blvd (Logan and Kedzie), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 72 tips and reviews
The Violet Hour is one of Visiting Chicago.

38. The Violet Hour

9.0
1520 N Damen Ave (at Pierce Ave), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · Wicker Park · 255 tips and reviews
Analogue is one of Visiting Chicago.

39. Analogue

2523 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn N Sacramento Ave & W Logan Blvd), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 33 tips and reviews
Three Dots and a Dash is one of Visiting Chicago.

40. Three Dots and a Dash

8.7
435 N Clark St (btwn Illinois & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Tiki Bar · Near North Side · 223 tips and reviews
The Berkshire Room is one of Visiting Chicago.

41. The Berkshire Room

8.6
15 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL
Bar · Near North Side · 71 tips and reviews
The Aviary is one of Visiting Chicago.

42. The Aviary

8.9
955 W Fulton Market (at Morgan St.), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Fulton Market · 175 tips and reviews
Untitled Supper Club is one of Visiting Chicago.

43. Untitled Supper Club

8.6
111 W Kinzie St (btwn N LaSalle St & N Clark St), Chicago, IL
Restaurant · River North · 141 tips and reviews
Pub Royale is one of Visiting Chicago.

44. Pub Royale

2049 W Division St (btwn Damen Ave & Hoyne Ave), Chicago, IL
Pub · Ukrainian Village · 32 tips and reviews
Fat Rice is one of Visiting Chicago.

45. Fat Rice

2957 W Diversey Ave (at N Sacramento Ave), Chicago, IL
Asian Restaurant · Logan Square · 101 tips and reviews
Soho House is one of Visiting Chicago.

46. Soho House

9.3
113-125 N Green St (at W Randolph St), Chicago, IL
Hotel · West Town · 39 tips and reviews
The Betty is one of Visiting Chicago.

47. The Betty

839 W Fulton Market (btwn Green St & Peoria St), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Fulton Market · 24 tips and reviews
Gaslight Coffee Roasters is one of Visiting Chicago.

48. Gaslight Coffee Roasters

9.0
2385 N Milwaukee Ave (at W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Logan Square · 88 tips and reviews
Bom Bolla is one of Visiting Chicago.

49. Bom Bolla

1501 N Milwaukee Ave (Honore), Chicago, IL
Wine Bar · Wicker Park · 7 tips and reviews
Chicago Athletic Association is one of Visiting Chicago.

50. Chicago Athletic Association

9.3
12 S Michigan Ave (at E Madison St), Chicago, IL
Hotel · The Loop · 58 tips and reviews
Cindy's is one of Visiting Chicago.

51. Cindy's

9.0
12 S Michigan Ave (btwn E Madison & E Monroe St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · The Loop · 146 tips and reviews
Cherry Circle Room is one of Visiting Chicago.

52. Cherry Circle Room

8.9
12 S Michigan Ave (at E Madison St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 45 tips and reviews
Milk Room is one of Visiting Chicago.

53. Milk Room

7.6
12 S Michigan Ave (at E Madison St), Chicago, IL
Whisky Bar · The Loop · 7 tips and reviews
Roister is one of Visiting Chicago.

54. Roister

8.5
951 W Fulton Market (Morgan), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton Market · 38 tips and reviews
Stony Island Arts Bank is one of Visiting Chicago.

55. Stony Island Arts Bank

8.5
6760 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL
Public Art · Grand Crossing · 2 tips and reviews
Acadia is one of Visiting Chicago.

56. Acadia

1639 S Wabash Ave (btwn E 16th St & E 18th St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · South Loop · 53 tips and reviews
Giant is one of Visiting Chicago.

57. Giant

9.1
3209 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Logan Square · 21 tips and reviews
Elske is one of Visiting Chicago.

58. Elske

8.9
1350 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton Market · 22 tips and reviews
Momotaro is one of Visiting Chicago.

59. Momotaro

8.9
820 W Lake St (at Green St), Chicago, IL
Japanese Restaurant · Fulton Market · 95 tips and reviews