All-Day Eats
Reopened after a 2022 fire, owner Alex Stratakos overhauled the menu and is committed to using high-quality ingredients.
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Fine Dining is Now a Dinner Party
Chefs and restaurants are encouraging diners to socialize during the meal. Plus: Meringue desserts are back.
Past Imperfect
At Class Act, Nicolai Mlodinow’s ambitious tasting menu takes on the history of food — and stumbles.
Pierogi Kitchen’s Potato and Cheese Pierogi
While there are several moving parts to Art Wnorowski’s potato and cheese pierogi, a cherished family recipe turned menu signature at Pierogi Kitchen, the chef counsels that two key steps — making mild, creamy farmer cheese and kneading together a supple and forgiving dough — can be tackled in advance. Do so, and when mealtime rolls around, gather some … Read more
Four Restaurant Week Reservations to Make
From a glam steakhouse to a brunch favorite, here are our top choices this year.
Ep. 18: The 2026 Dining Trends in Chicago
Bagels popped up, French onion left the soup, and cafes went all-day: All the trends John spotted last year in restaurants across the city.
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now
The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat
A New Playbook
Former Bear Israel Idonije is breathing more life into the South Loop by partnering with some of the city’s best chefs.
Ep. 17: Our 25 Favorite Bites of 2025
In addition to John and Amy, we hear from our food writers about the dishes they loved most this past year.