Chicago Magazine Dining and drinking

Bailey Sullivan to Helm Sarah Grueneberg’s Trattoria Lo So

September 15, 2026 at 9:59 a.m.

The upcoming Bucktown spot — slated to open in winter 2027 — will feature cooking...

September 15, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat.

September 10, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

As you might expect, top chefs who are big Bears fans bring a rigorous culinary...

September 8, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

At his Logan Square restaurant, Mychael Bonner nails the Afro-Caribbean fare, but unpolished service holds...

September 2, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

Whip up a batch of this classic German-American fare for Oktoberfest.

September 1, 2026 at 8:06 a.m.

The Lincoln Park neighborhood bistro has always been one of our favorites for its memorable...

August 31, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

The unassuming eatery brings the Rohingya to life in West Rogers Park.

August 25, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

The wood-fired fare at Burl harnesses the ingredients of the moment.

August 20, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Kitty’s Cosmopolitan Club ups the posh. These are the three drinks to try.

August 18, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Guillotine Bakery, a new spot from a trio of French expats, brings a masterful sensibility.