It isn’t enough to get a great reservation — you need to get the best table, too. From a push-button for prosecco to a front-row view of pasta making, these seats are the top spots to settle in.

Mark Wagner, Bartender, Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse

Jen Newton, beverage director, Rose Mary

Paul Fehribach, chef/co-owner, Big Jones

Belinda Chang, sommelier

Trying to decide on dinner? Look to Instagram, where you can order takeout from chefs like Karla Morales, who makes vegan Latin dishes.

By Amy Cavanaugh

5 chefs share their must-have takeout orders.

Need a quick way to impress your friends? These off-menu beverages include a kombucha blend and a canned hurricane.

Chefs say some of the best dishes are the ones customers aren’t ordering. Here’s what you’re missing (plus exclusive recipes so you can make them at home).

Upgrade your dinner tonight with apps that bundle Chinatown deliveries, guide you to Black-owned restaurants, and more.

Six reasons why Wednesday is the best night to go out.

Find some of Chicago’s best eats, like al pastor tacos from Taquizas los Primos, hiding within other restaurants.

Chefs drop intel on their must-have tools and ingredients.