Our New Favorite Thai Noodle Spot By Titus Ruscitti At Mahanakhon Noodle Bar, there are two standouts you should order: the khao soi nuer toon and the boat noodles. Read more
Chicago’s 10 Best New Bars, Ranked By Amy Cavanaugh and Karl KlockarsPhotography by Ross Feighery and Jaclyn RivasVideography by Charles BourilIllustrations by Greg Clarke The latest top spots for a tipple include a standard-setting hotel bar and an all-day coffee-to-cocktails hangout. Read more
Why We Love the Oysters Rockefeller at Briny Swine By John Kessler It takes a familiarity with a certain kind of Southern coastal seafood joint to make great broiled oysters. Read more
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago: February 2025 The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat Read more
Duck Sel Is the City’s Best Dinner Party By Anthony Todd With his intimate (and secretive) pop-up, Donald Young serves a meal to remember. Read more
Five Delicious Reasons to Leave the House This Winter By Anthony Todd From deals to special events, here are some ways to combat cabin fever. Read more
Review: Stumara Shines When Sticking to Georgian Classics By John Kessler The Wheeling restaurant captures the romance of the country's cuisine — when, that is, it doesn't aim for fancy stylings. Read more
Where to Take a Vegetarian to Dinner and Great Restaurant Bars By Amy Cavanaugh Our dining editor helps you find veg-forward menus and recommends her favorite restaurants that boast great cocktails. Read more
Shaw’s Signature Chopped Seafood Salad By Cate Huguelet This at-home version requires a fair bit of prep work, but readying the Louie dressing and salad components in advance cuts down on assembly significantly. Read more
The Thrill of Korean Dining — and Shopping By John Kessler Our critic checks in on Daebak and Gangnam Market, and explains why he might send that freebie back to the kitchen. Read more
