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KINMONT So a cool vibe, fab seafood, reasonable prices, and a neutral noise level can coexist in one restaurant. 419 W. Superior St., 312-915-0011
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GREEN STREET SMOKED MEATS Rumor has it that Brendan Sodikoff opened GSSM just to get his name back on the Hot List. 112 N. Green St., 312-754-0431
Related: Read our dining critic’s first impressions of Green Street Smoked Meats on our photo blog, What Penny Eats.
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42 GRAMS The website for this prepaid-ticket-only boîte welcomes carnivores, vegetarians, pescetarians—anyone who can afford the $200 tab. 4662 N. Broadway,
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CELLAR DOOR PROVISIONS Take every buzzword on the books—local, organic, artisanal, sustainable—multiply by 10, and you’ve got CDP. 3025 W. Diversey Ave., 773-697-8337
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SPRITZBURGER When Steve McDonagh and Dan Smith morphed Hearty into Spritz, they didn’t mess with the fried chicken. 3819 N. Broadway, 773-868-9866
Related: Read more about the new burger spot from Hearty Boys and Gale Gand here.
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NICO OSTERIA What exactly is an osteria? Secure a seat, order some crudo, and ask questions later. Thompson Hotel, 1015 N. Rush St., 312-994-7100
Related: Read more about one of Chicago’s best new bars.
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CHEF’S BURGER BISTRO Phew! Boston Blackie’s burger joint has been replaced by a designer burger bar. 164 E. Grand Ave., 312-374-3092
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