Chicago
Kimski is one of Chicago.

1. Kimski

7.8
960 W 31st St, Chicago, IL
Ristorante coreano · Bridgeport · 12 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Chef Won Kim dishes out elevated bar snacks like sausages topped with “krautchi,” smoked wings, kimchi poutine, housemade meatballs over noodles and more. Leggi tutto.

Kimski is one of Chicago.

2. Kimski

7.8
960 W 31st St, Chicago, IL
Ristorante coreano · Bridgeport · 12 consigli e recensioni

Kacie D.Kacie Dreiling: Delicious Korean/Polish food. Eat on the patio if you can! Grab a board game inside and spend some time there. Go after 5pm Sunday for the good stuff, otherwise you'll get generic brunch options 12-4.

Gene’s Sausage Shop is one of Chicago.

3. Gene’s Sausage Shop

9.3
4750 N Lincoln Ave (btwn Lawrence Ave & Leland Ave), Chicago, IL
Macellaio · Ravenswood · 70 consigli e recensioni

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: The original Gene's opened in 1972. Last year, the Luszcz family opened this second location across town. The new Lincoln Square satellite is a two-story specialty grocery, ideal for grabbing picnic p Leggi tutto.

Xoco is one of Chicago.

4. Xoco

8.4
449 N Clark St (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Ristorante messicano · Near North Side · 360 consigli e recensioni

Mike W.Mike Winston: Celebrity chef Rick Bayless really knows his way around authentic Mexican ingredients. The tortas are incredible – especially the goat-based Barbacoa one, if they're offering it. WinstonWanders.com

Hopleaf Bar is one of Chicago.

5. Hopleaf Bar

9.1
5148 N Clark St (at W Foster Ave), Chicago, IL
Birreria · Andersonville · 333 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Hopleaf is well known for its huge beer selection—which is well deserved—yet the interesting takes on Belgian food is also a main reason crowds continue to pack the Andersonville spot. Leggi tutto.

Alinea is one of Chicago.

6. Alinea

9.1
1723 N Halsted St (btwn W North Ave & W Willow St), Chicago, IL
Ristorante con cucina molecolare · Lincoln Park · 142 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Food obsessives make pilgrimages from around the globe to the 10-year-old Lincoln Park restaurant to experience Achatz's emotional, interactive and expensive tasting menus. Leggi tutto.

Portillo's is one of Chicago.

7. Portillo's

9.0
100 W Ontario St (at Clark St), Chicago, IL
Locale da Hot Dog · River North · 667 consigli e recensioni

Serious EatsSerious Eats: You can scratch a shocking number of essential Chicago street food classics off your list with a stop by Portillo's--Chicago style hot dog, Italian beef sandwich, chocolate cake shake? It's all here.

Girl & The Goat is one of Chicago.

8. Girl & The Goat

9.1
809 W Randolph St (at Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Nuovo ristorante americano · West Town · 552 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Four years in and Stephanie Izard's restaurant row flagship continues to be among the busiest - and best - restaurants in town. [Eater 38 Member] Leggi tutto.

Big Star is one of Chicago.

9. Big Star

9.0
1531 N Damen Ave (at N Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Ristorante di taco · Wicker Park · 571 consigli e recensioni

The FeastThe Feast: Four for four: Paul Kahan strikes again with a taqueria that draws hour-long waits for al pastor and signature cocktails. Everyone raves about the pork belly, but our rec is to opt for the fish tacos.

Au Cheval is one of Chicago.

10. Au Cheval

9.1
800 W Randolph St (at S Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Locale per hamburger · Fulton Market · 482 consigli e recensioni

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: One word: chilaquiles. Available only at brunch and after midnight, i.e., exactly when you’ll need them the most. If you go the burger route, know that a single cheeseburger is actually a double. Leggi tutto.

Longman & Eagle is one of Chicago.

11. Longman & Eagle

9.2
2657 N Kedzie Ave (at W Schubert Ave), Chicago, IL
Nuovo ristorante americano · Logan Square · 352 consigli e recensioni

The FeastThe Feast: Do you like drinking whiskey and eating pork with hipsters at virtually any given point of the day? We'd like to introduce you with your new favorite restaurant.

Del Seoul is one of Chicago.

12. Del Seoul

8.9
2568 N Clark St (at W Wrightwood Ave), Chicago, IL
Ristorante coreano · Park West · 162 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: The restaurant helped popularize Korean-inspired street food, such as tacos filled with sesame-chili shrimp, tempura fish, grilled short rib, spicy barbecue pork and more. Leggi tutto.

Pequod's Pizzeria is one of Chicago.

13. Pequod's Pizzeria

9.0
2207 N Clybourn Ave (btwn W Webster Ave & N Greenview Ave), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · North Side · 296 consigli e recensioni

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: Our favorite version is topped with big hunks of fennel-flecked sausage and hot specks of giardiniera, but c’mon: It’s a casserole of melty cheese; it can do no wrong. Leggi tutto.

Scofflaw is one of Chicago.

14. Scofflaw

9.3
3201 W Armitage Ave (at Kedzie Ave), Chicago, IL
Cocktail bar · Logan Square · 147 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: The ultimate neighborhood bar resides in Logan Square. It's perfect for groups, and most everyone now knows about their unique cocktail offerings. Leggi tutto.

Publican Quality Meats is one of Chicago.

15. Publican Quality Meats

9.3
825 W Fulton Market (at N Green St), Chicago, IL
Gastronomia · Fulton Market · 133 consigli e recensioni

Tasting TableTasting Table: This quality bodega operates as a butcher shop, bakery and cafe making it the ultimate deli! Try any one of their artisan house sandwiches or their popular Pork Belly Gyro. Leggi tutto.

Dusek's is one of Chicago.

16. Dusek's

8.6
1227 W 18th St (at S Allport St), Chicago, IL
Bar · Pilsen · 90 consigli e recensioni

ThrillistThrillist: The team at Longman & Eagle has restored the Czech landmark Thalia Hall to a two-chambered bar and restaurant with a beer-paired food menu, called Dusek’s, and a basement punch-focused cocktail bar. Leggi tutto.

Revival Food Hall is one of Chicago.

17. Revival Food Hall

8.5
125 S Clark St (W Adams St), Chicago, IL
Area ristorazione · The Loop · 54 consigli e recensioni

John K.John Khuu: A perfect blend of Chicago restaurants and shops unified in one space for people who can't and or don't have time to go to the actual restaurant. It's also downstairs from my office. RIP WALLET.

Frontera Grill is one of Chicago.

18. Frontera Grill

8.8
445 N Clark St (btwn Illinois St & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Ristorante messicano · River North · 257 consigli e recensioni

The FeastThe Feast: The reason chef Rick Bayless is the ubiquitous face of Chicago: his restaurants are amazing. Most recognizable from his media presence, but most memorable for transforming the image of Mexican cuisine

Le Colonial is one of Chicago.

19. Le Colonial

8.9
57 E Oak St, Chicago, IL
Ristorante vietnamita · Streeterville · 86 consigli e recensioni

ReserveReserve: Le Colonial serves French-Vietnamese cuisine on tropically inspired menus that spotlight fresh seafood, vegetables and herbs. Leggi tutto.

Dove's Luncheonette is one of Chicago.

20. Dove's Luncheonette

8.9
1545 N Damen Ave (btwn Milwaukee Ave & Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Tavola Calda · Wicker Park · 95 consigli e recensioni

KinoKino: Southern-inspired Mexican. To avoid crazy long lines on weekends, arrive before 10:30am. Chicken Fried Chicken was excellent. The Burnt Ends was okay, but the roasted potatoes & fried eggs were great.

Crisp is one of Chicago.

21. Crisp

8.6
2940 N Broadway St (btwn W Oakdale Ave & W Wellington Ave), Chicago, IL
Locale con specialità pollo fritto · Lake View East · 174 consigli e recensioni

Serious EatsSerious Eats: The chicken comes with a delicate thin crust, which is then tossed in a sweet and sticky soy-ginger glaze and garnished with bits of freshly chopped green onion. The combination is addicting.

Superdawg Drive-In is one of Chicago.

22. Superdawg Drive-In

9.0
6363 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn Devon Ave & Highland Ave), Chicago, IL
Locale da Hot Dog · Norwood Park · 162 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: The special Superdawg proprietary all-beef sausage is perfectly complimented by pickled tomatoes. This is a unique Chicago experience that will never be duplicated. Leggi tutto.

Green Street Smoked Meats is one of Chicago.

23. Green Street Smoked Meats

9.2
112 N Green St (btwn Washington Blvd & Randolph St), Chicago, IL
Locale per barbecue · West Town · 149 consigli e recensioni

ThrillistThrillist: We command you order the Frito pie with brisket chili, which is served in its bag (who needs crust?), filled with brisket chili, jalapenos, beans, and melted cheese. Leggi tutto.

Antique Taco is one of Chicago.

24. Antique Taco

8.9
1360 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Wood St), Chicago, IL
Ristorante di taco · Wicker Park · 161 consigli e recensioni

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Pork Carnitas: the tamarind glaze adds an unmistakable citrus zing to each bite, making what sounds like an over-loaded and fatty taco taste somehow balanced and restrained.

Parson's Chicken & Fish is one of Chicago.

25. Parson's Chicken & Fish

8.9
2952 W Armitage Ave (btwn N Humboldt & N Richmond), Chicago, IL
Locale con specialità pollo fritto · Logan Square · 184 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Parson's Chicken and Fish is the #1 ranked fried chicken joint in Chicago. Whatever you do, get something fried, like the classic fried chicken! And don't miss out on their very popular negroni slush. Leggi tutto.

Duck Duck Goat is one of Chicago.

26. Duck Duck Goat

9.0
857 W Fulton Market (at Peoria St), Chicago, IL
Ristorante cinese · Fulton Market · 88 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Duck Duck Goat adds a trendy twist to the traditional Chinatown flare with a menu of unique items like egg waffles, goat dumplings and shrimp toast dim sum. Leggi tutto.

Tank Noodle is one of Chicago.

27. Tank Noodle

8.3
4953 N Broadway St (at Argyle St), Chicago, IL
Ristorante vietnamita · Uptown · 150 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: The longtime family-owned spot serves Chicago's best bowl of pho, but there are a seemingly unlimited amount of finds on the 200-item menu full of soups, noodle dishes, rice, banh mi, and much more. Leggi tutto.

Demera Ethiopian Restaurant is one of Chicago.

28. Demera Ethiopian Restaurant

8.0
4801 N Broadway St (at Lawrence Ave.), Chicago, IL
Ristorante etiope · Uptown · 49 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: When we want to eat with our hands and sop up spicy Ethiopian sauces and tender doro wat and vegetables we head north to Uptown. Tip: they roast their own coffee, too. Leggi tutto.

Smoque BBQ is one of Chicago.

29. Smoque BBQ

9.2
3800 N Pulaski Rd (at Grace St), Chicago, IL
Locale per barbecue · Old Irving Park · 232 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: With two smokers to prep meaty St. Louis-style ribs, tender brisket, apple-and-oak-smoked pulled pork and more, this 'cue joint ain't no joke. Leggi tutto.

Parachute is one of Chicago.

30. Parachute

8.9
3500 N Elston Ave (Troy), Chicago, IL
Ristorante coreano · Northwest Side · 61 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Beverly Kim and John Clark's Korean-American restaurant in Avondale is one of the most critically-acclaimed, original, and best-done restaurants in some time. Leggi tutto.

Honey Butter Fried Chicken is one of Chicago.

31. Honey Butter Fried Chicken

9.0
3361 N Elston Ave (at W Roscoe St), Chicago, IL
Locale con specialità pollo fritto · Northwest Side · 143 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: It may not serve your momma's fried chicken—with bones, skin, et al—but Honey Butter has been making swaths of Chicagoans feel like kids again when they dip their birds in that honey butter. Leggi tutto.

Fat Rice is one of Chicago.

32. Fat Rice

2957 W Diversey Ave (at N Sacramento Ave), Chicago, IL
Ristorante asiatico · Logan Square · 101 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Former underground chef Abraham Conlon has reached the big time with his creative take on Macau cuisine. Try the pickle assortments and namesake "fat rice." Leggi tutto.

Mott Street is one of Chicago.

33. Mott Street

8.6
1401 N Ashland Ave (Blackhawk), Chicago, IL
Ristorante asiatico · Noble Square · 82 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Creative, eclectic, delicious takes on Asian street food, cocktails, and a lively patio. Don't miss the everything wings, General Tso's lamb sweetbreads, and the Korean-style stuffed cabbage. Leggi tutto.

Bohemian House is one of Chicago.

34. Bohemian House

11 W Illinois St (at N State St), Chicago, IL
Ristorante est‑europeo · Near North Side · 49 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Under the direction of chef Jimmy Papadopolous, Boho honors Chicago's extensive Eastern European heritage with some of the most creative and tasty versions of that region's dishes in a gorgeous space. Leggi tutto.

Sepia is one of Chicago.

35. Sepia

8.4
123 N Jefferson St (btwn W Washington St & W Randolph St), Chicago, IL
Nuovo ristorante americano · West Loop · 63 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Sepia continues to be one of the most consistent restaurants in Chicago. Andrew Zimmerman's menus paired with a cutting-edge beverage program makes it a complete experience. Leggi tutto.

Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen is one of Chicago.

36. Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen

9.2
1141 S Jefferson St (at Roosevelt Rd.), Chicago, IL
Paninoteca · South Loop · 117 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: The torchbearer for a dying breed of Jewish delis and diners in Chicago, Manny's has endured for more than a half-century in the South Loop thanks to massive and delicious pastrami sandwiches. Leggi tutto.

The Duck Inn is one of Chicago.

37. The Duck Inn

8.9
2701 S Eleanor St, Chicago, IL
Pub ristorante · Bridgeport · 47 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Kevin Hickey's personal passion project has garnered local and national accolades even the chef/owner didn't foresee. Don't miss the duck fat hot dog, the rotisserie duck, or the cocktails. Leggi tutto.

Birrieria Zaragoza is one of Chicago.

38. Birrieria Zaragoza

8.4
4852 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL
Ristorante messicano · Archer Heights · 19 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Consistently lauded as some of the best tacos in the country, venture to the southwest side for some of the best goat and other standout dishes like consomme at this small father-and-son standout. Leggi tutto.

Ramen-San is one of Chicago.

39. Ramen-San

8.7
59 W Hubbard St (btwn Clark & Dearborn), Chicago, IL
Ristorante di noodle · Near North Side · 120 consigli e recensioni

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: With three broths to choose from, it’s a solid bet for vegetarians and meat lovers alike. No matter what you pick, we highly recommend adding a creamy molten egg to your order. Leggi tutto.

BIG & little's is one of Chicago.

40. BIG & little's

1310 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Paulina St), Chicago, IL
Nuovo ristorante americano · Wicker Park · 16 consigli e recensioni

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: Not only is Big & Little's lamb gyro burrito intentionally inauthentic, I think it's also better than any Kronos gyro served on pita in Chicago. Leggi tutto.

Red Hot Ranch is one of Chicago.

41. Red Hot Ranch

8.0
2449 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
Locale da Hot Dog · Logan Square · 33 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Red Hot Ranch is no longer a secret with its all-natural sausages with a casing that just has enough bite. The double dog is the way to go, as the sausages are a bit slimmer than at most places. Leggi tutto.

Au Cheval is one of Chicago.

42. Au Cheval

9.1
800 W Randolph St (at S Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Locale per hamburger · Fulton Market · 482 consigli e recensioni

Mike W.Mike Winston: While the burger is excellent (definitely add the bacon & egg), it's the Fried House-Made Bologna Sandwich that I'll be dreaming of. Crazy delicious and satisfying – cheap too. WinstonWanders.com

Ramen-San is one of Chicago.

43. Ramen-San

8.7
59 W Hubbard St (btwn Clark & Dearborn), Chicago, IL
Ristorante di noodle · Near North Side · 120 consigli e recensioni

Mike W.Mike Winston: Legit ramen, good vibes, and a killer lunch special. The tonkotsu is the way to go, but you're gonna want to order one of those meaty Pork Belly Buns with it too. WinstonWanders.com

Momotaro is one of Chicago.

44. Momotaro

8.8
820 W Lake St (at Green St), Chicago, IL
Ristorante giapponese · Fulton Market · 94 consigli e recensioni

Mike W.Mike Winston: Not inexpensive & can be quite the scene, but I can't deny the freshness & deliciousness of the good. Nigiri was great, but the extremely decadent Mentaiko Spaghetti was insane. WinstonWanders.com

The StopAlong is one of Chicago.

45. The StopAlong

8.2
1812 N Milwaukee, Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Bucktown · 7 consigli e recensioni

Mike W.Mike Winston: Hungover? Get the Fast & the Flammkuchen pizza which comes topped with bacon, smoked mozz, caramelized onions, & "Indiana Creme Fraiche" aka RANCH DRESSING. It'll fix you right up. WinstonWanders.com