Tag: Chicago Restaurants
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Chicago’s Signature Dishes: The “Mother of all Burgers” and Mata Hari’s meatloaf at the spy-themed Safehouse
Visiting agents must be sly to locate SafeHouse — and stealthy to gain entrance. Once inside, this unique, family-friendly spot will satisfy your cravings for locally-sourced comfort food and crafty cocktails. -
Chicago’s Signature Dishes: The gamberoni with broccoli and lasagna di Antonio at Sapori Trattoria in Lincoln Park
When this hearty lasagna is matched with a smooth chianti or merlot, and you’ll think someone whisked you off to the old country. -
We Ask, They Answer: Q&A with Sapori Trattoria owner/chef Tony Barbanente
"We’re not corporate. I hire real people, and real people make for comfortable, natural interactions. My servers have a natural charm for life that you can’t train." -
Chicago’s Signature Dishes: The warm crab dip and “Louis A” at Jerry’s Sandwiches in Lincoln Square
The word “creative” doesn’t do Jerry’s justice when it comes to their daring sandwich combinations. But they work, on many levels. -
Good eats at Macello: This West Loop restaurant combines a unique visual appeal and stellar Italian menu
Eating good food is always nice, but eating good food in a space that can captivate your imagination is something else entirely. -
Chicago’s hidden gems: Band of Bohemia for an adventure in beer and food; eclectic shopping at RR#1
Band of Bohemia is a high-end restaurant and brewery founded by two men associated with none other than Alinea. -
The tastes of summer: We asked local foodies for the best restaurant they visited in Chicago this summer
For lovers of craft beer and tacos, it doesn't get much better than Rick Bayless' new addition to his Mexican restaurant empire — Cruz Blanca in the West Loop. -
Chicago’s hidden gems: Cocktails and jazz at the California Clipper and empanadas at Cafe Tola
Chicago's hidden gems: Cocktails and jazz at the California Clipper and empanadas at Cafe Tola -
Good Eats at BBQ Joint: A blend of bold Mexican and sweet BBQ flavors finds a home in Lincoln Park
The Mexican bread pudding is made by the manager, Victor, from his grandmother’s recipe that’s so top secret he won’t even tell the chefs. -
The Big City Blog: Ramen in the summer? Absolutely, when it’s Furious Spoon in Wicker Park
The engaging atmosphere is cultivated by the savory scent of aromatic spices, fast service, communal tables and blaring hip-hop
