Review: Oliver’s Potential Is Stunted by Spottiness By John Kessler Chef Alex Carnovale shows great promise, but uneven dishes and service hold the place back. Read more
Review: A British Steakhouse Import Is a Mixed Bag By John Kessler Hawksmoor has a fresh approach to a tired genre, but the results are all over the place. Read more
Review: Jake Potashnick’s Feld Experiment By John Kessler The chef puts his TikTok theories into practice with his first spot and, after a rough start, finds his footing. Read more
Review: Mariscos San Pedro Serves Up Mexican Seafood With Panache By John Kessler The crack team of chefs in Pilsen bring their personal heritage to the table. Read more
Review: Sceney La Serre Hits the Mark By John Kessler DineAmic Hospitality’s latest spot has a lot to say about dining in Chicago right now. Read more
Review: Cariño Levels Up the Local Latin Food Scene By John Kessler With both a tasting menu and taco omakase, the flavors unfold with clarity at this Uptown spot. Read more
Ocean Grill & Bar Is Top-Tier Vietnamese Cuisine By John Kessler An unassuming newcomer is turning out impeccable seafood and incredible pho. Read more
Review: Maxwells Trading Is an Ode to Chicago By John Kessler Erling Wu-Bower returns with an ode to the city in which he grew up. The ride is uneven, but what a thrill. Read more
Review: Anelya Taps the Heart of Ukraine By John Kessler Johnny Clark taps his familial roots for a menu that’s unlike any other in town. Read more
John’s Food & Wine and the Birth of Fast-fancy By John Kessler At the new Lincoln Park spot, the model of scaled-down service for fine dining has some kinks, but the food is not one. Read more
