Cali-Mediterranean served in a Spanish- inspired dining room. Nancy Silverton's original stomping ground, home to the new school, if over-hyped, tradition of Mozzerella Mondays. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
A West LA institution: typical diner fare without typical diner taste. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
A classic LA show. See-and-be-seener, loved, or love-hated, for its fabulous old school, if pricey, fare. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Market driven globally-influenced small plates paired with craft beers enjoyed in a casual Little Tokyo setting. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Headed by uber chef Jose Andres, expect whimsical molecular dishes with some traditional Spanish tapas in a hectic Philippe Starck-designed mega space. NB, it's not … cheap. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
It's all about the perfectly sized burger with the juiciest meat, ever. Bonus: most burgers are under $10. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
A big dog food truck, one of the originals; look for a Korean spin on tacos, quesadillas, burritos. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Sure you can default to mussels, but put yourself out there to try zaansemosterdsoep. [Eater 38 Member]
Chicago Cut brings big steaks, chops and seafood, cooked impeccably by chef Jackie Shen. Add in great cocktails and a bustling room and this spot is a winner. [Eater 38 Member]
A welcoming, gorgeous and bustling interior, upscale rustic French food by chef Jeff Pikus and delish cocktails puts this hot spot in high demand. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
When you win numerous BBQ awards after learning how to cook from your grandmother Lillie, and pit master dad, there's a reason your place gets packed. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
What do you get when you pair owners of Small Bar and the former chef from Mirai? A magical little sushi spot in West Town that delivers incredible flavors in its surprise platings. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Rustic Italian fare seems like it was cooked in the countryside and somehow transported to your plate, pairs seamlessly with the full-bodied red in your glass. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Those in the know order from the spicier, more authentic Thai menu, but either way this is hands-down one of our fave Thai spots in Chicago. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Where else can you get a beer, a taco and a shot of whisky for under $10? Leave it to Blackbird exec chef Paul Kahan to make it happen. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Coalfire changed the way we think about thin crust. If you like it super crispy with a little bit of char, this is your new haunt. [Eater 38 Member]
Where else can you choose between 16 varieties of fresh fish and seafood daily or a bowl of your favorite childhood cereal? All-you-can-eat-crab Tuesdays and shrimp po' boys? Duh. [Eater 38 Member]
Uptown's Argyle Street is also known as Little Saigon and Tank Noodle is the crown jewel for its authentic Vietnamese cuisine, especially the various steaming bowls of pho. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Sure the massive Chinese menu is daunting as hell, but go with a group and you only need to know about one thing: the roasted Peking duck served tableside. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Seasoned Indian food lovers and newbies agree that Hema's has some of the best—and utterly inexpensive—samosas, chicken tikka and lamb vindaloo on Devon. [Eater 38 Member]
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.
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.
Michael Kornick doing edgy, grass-fed-beef burgers with partner David Morton? With thick shakes and gourmet hand-cut fries? Um, yes please. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Rustic low country French bistro and a BYO policy in a super cute Lakeview setting makes Joncarl Lachman's spot perfect for dates or dinner with friends. [Eater 38 Member]
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 Bristol chef Chris Pandel does things with animal parts most others wouldn't dare and the experience is heightened because of it. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Authentic Costa Rican fare in a casual mom-and-pop BYO setting with some of the best chicken burritos around. Experiment with the casado and an oatmeal shake. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
If you can stand your big, fat gourmet burger with headbanging pulsating metal music, go get in line now. There aren't many better burgers in Chicago. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Bill Kim turned noodles and dumplings on their head when he opened this downscale joint with incredibly flavorful food in a middle-of-nowhere strip mall. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
