Smyth is one of Chicago’s Best Restaurants By Jeff Ruby and Carrie Schedler The flavors at this tasting-menu-only spot may be down-to-earth, but the presentation is otherworldly. Read more
Avec is one of Chicago’s Best Restaurants By Jeff Ruby and Carrie Schedler You can credit this Randolph Street spot for the proliferation of small-plates dining. Read more
Bavette’s is one of Chicago’s Best Restaurants By Jeff Ruby and Carrie Schedler It’s the steakhouse of the moment. And by all indications it’ll be the steakhouse of the future, too. Read more
Momotaro is one of Chicago’s Best Restaurants By Jeff Ruby and Carrie Schedler It may look overwhelming, but customers can quickly find their niche in this “multidimensional Japanese restaurant.” Read more
La Chaparrita is one of Chicago’s Best Restaurants By Jeff Ruby and Carrie Schedler Tasty Mexico City–style fare for great prices. What’s not to love? Read more
Everest is one of Chicago’s Best Restaurants By Jeff Ruby and Carrie Schedler Even though it’s one of the oldest restaurants in this list, there’s still a place for this lofty brand of special-occasion dining. Read more
Fat Rice is one of Chicago’s Best Restaurants By Jeff Ruby and Carrie Schedler This Logan Square spot may be the most universally beloved restaurant in the city. Read more
North Pond is one of Chicago’s Best Restaurants By Jeff Ruby and Carrie Schedler It’s impossible not to be charmed by this Lincoln Park restaurant. Read more
The Publican is one of Chicago’s Best Restaurants By Jeff Ruby and Carrie Schedler Charmingly boisterous, beer-soaked, and full of meat, this West Loop spot is probably the most Chicago restaurant there is. Read more
El Ideas is one of Chicago’s Best Restaurants By Jeff Ruby and Carrie Schedler This Douglas Park restaurant has mastered the restaurant–dinner party mash-up. Read more
