Maxwells Trading By John Kessler July 2, 2026 at 11:03 a.m. Maxwells says out loud what just about every fine-dining tasting menu in town whispers: Chicago...
Oriole By John Kessler July 2, 2026 at 11:04 a.m. When did Oriole become Chicago’s best fine-dining restaurant? Has it been so ever since chef-owner...
Kyoten and Kyoten Next Door By John Kessler July 2, 2026 at 11:04 a.m. The sushi Otto Phan serves at Kyoten is unlike what you’ll find anywhere else. His...
Feld By John Kessler July 2, 2026 at 11:04 a.m. Chicago has plenty of tasting menus with luxury ingredients and intricate platings. Feld, which opened...
Cellar Door Provisions By John Kessler July 2, 2026 at 11:05 a.m. What Ethan Pikas opened 12 years ago as a bakery and café has morphed into...
Smyth By John Kessler July 2, 2026 at 11:05 a.m. Getting a third Michelin star in 2023 put this elaborate tasting-menu spot in rare company...
Virtue By John Kessler July 2, 2026 at 11:06 a.m. “I can’t breathe.” — George Floyd. “I can’t jog.” — Ahmaud Arbery. “I can’t peacefully protest.” — Black...
Las Carnitas Uruapan By John Kessler July 2, 2026 at 11:06 a.m. There are now three branches of this purveyor of Michoacán-style carnitas, distinct cuts of pork...
El Che Steakhouse & Bar By John Kessler July 2, 2026 at 11:07 a.m. In a traditional Chicago-style steakhouse, the grills and ovens are hidden behind swinging doors to...
Monteverde By John Kessler July 2, 2026 at 11:08 a.m. After 10 years, there’s little wiggle room on Sarah Grueneberg’s brilliant menu. Fans would revolt...