The Best Places to Eat and Drink in Chicago

1. • Kumiko 96

   • Sophisticated Japanese Dining Bar
   
   

   1. Spirited Awards
      World's Best Bar | Winner

   2. 50 Best
      World's 50 Best Bars | #97

   3. Spirited Awards
      Best U.S. Restaurant Bar | Winner

   
   

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   • 630 W Lake St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
   • Website
   • Instagram

2. • Smyth 92

   • Chic American Tasting
   
   

   1. 50 Best
      North America's 50 Best Restaurants | #4

   2. James Beard Awards
      Outstanding Chef, John Shields and Karen Urie Shields | Semifinalist

   3. Time Out
      The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #18

   
   

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   • 177 N Ada St, Unit 101, Chicago, IL | Chicago
   • Website
   • Instagram

3. • Alinea 90

   • Modernist Fine Dining
   
   

   1. Michelin Guide
      3 Stars

   2. Forbes Travel Guide
      5 Stars

   3. Eater
      The All-Time Eater 38

   
   

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   • 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
   • Website
   • Instagram

4. • Ever 88

   
   

   1. Michelin Guide
      2 Stars

   2. The New York Times
      The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

   3. Esquire
      The Best New Restaurants in America | #2

   
   

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   • 1340 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

5. • Gus' Sip & Dip 88

   • Meticulous Cocktail Bar/Tavern
   
   

   1. Bon Appétit
      America's Best New Bars

   2. Spirited Awards
      Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar | Top 10 U.S. Nominee

   3. Eater
      The 2025 Eater Chicago Award Winners | Biggest Dining Surprise

   
   

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   • 51 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
   • Website
   • Instagram

6. • Sepia 86

   • Stylish Global Fine Dining
   
   

   1. Michelin Guide
      1 Star

   2. James Beard Awards
      Outstanding Hospitality | Nominee

   3. Wine Enthusiast
      The Wine Restaurant Hall of Fame

   
   

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   • 123 N Jefferson St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
   • Website
   • Instagram

7. • Obelix 86

   • White-Tablecloth French Restaurant
   
   

   1. Michelin Guide
      Selected Restaurants

   2. The Infatuation
      The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #12

   3. Eater
      The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

   
   

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   • 700 N Sedgwick St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
   • Website
   • Instagram

8. • Galit 86

   • Seasonal Middle Eastern Prix-Fixe
   
   

   1. Michelin Guide
      1 Star

   2. The Infatuation
      The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #9

   3. Eater
      The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

   
   

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   • 2429 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
   • Website
   • Instagram

9. • Oriole 86

   • Fancy Contemporary American Tasting
   
   

   1. Michelin Guide
      2 Stars

   2. The New York Times
      The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

   3. Eater
      The Best New Restaurants in America

   
   

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   • 661 W Walnut St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
   • Website
   • Instagram

10. • Kasama 86

    • Low-Key Filipino Tasting
    
    

    1. 50 Best
       North America's 50 Best Restaurants | #31

    2. Esquire
       The Best New Restaurants in America | #36

    3. Eater
       The Best New Restaurants in America

    
    

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    • 1001 N Winchester Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

11. • Lemon 86

    • Creative Cocktail Bar
    
    

    1. 50 Best
       North America's 50 Best Bars | #62

    2. Spirited Awards
       Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    3. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

    
    

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    • 1600 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

12. • Asador Bastian 85

    • Meticulous Basque-Inspired Chophouse
    
    

    1. Esquire
       The Best Martinis in America | Dirty Dirty

    2. Esquire
       The Best New Restaurants in America

    3. James Beard Awards
       Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service, Thomas Kakalios | Semifinalist

    
    

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    • 214 W Erie St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

13. • Best Intentions 85

    • Beloved Midwestern Neo-Dive Bar
    
    

    1. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Bar Team | Top 10 Nominee

    2. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Cocktail Bar | Top 4 Finalist

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

    
    

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    • 3281 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

14. • Nine Bar 85

    • Fantastic Asian-Inspired Cocktail Bar
    
    

    1. 50 Best
       North America's 50 Best Bars | #89

    2. Esquire
       The Best Bars in America

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

    
    

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    • 216 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

15. • Virtue 85

    • Thoughtful Southern Restaurant
    
    

    1. The New York Times
       The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

    2. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #12

    3. Eater
       The Best New Restaurants in America

    
    

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    • 1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

16. • Bisous 83

    • 60's Parisian Cocktail Bar
    
    

    1. 50 Best
       North America's 50 Best Bars | #39

    2. Esquire
       The Best Bars in America

    3. The Banchets
       Bar of the Year | Winner

    
    

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    • 938 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

17. • Queen Mary 82

    • Handsome British-Inspired Neighborhood Cocktail Tavern
    
    

    1. 50 Best
       North America's 50 Best Bars | #63

    2. Esquire
       The Best Martinis in America | Market Price Martini

    3. Esquire
       The Best Martinis in America | Martini Service

    
    

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    • 2125 W Division St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

18. • Indienne 81

    • Progressive Indian Fine Dining
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       1 Star

    2. Bon Appétit
       America's Best New Restaurants

    3. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #11

    
    

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    • 217 W Huron St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

19. • Meadowlark 81

    • Vintage Speakeasy
    
    

    1. Esquire
       The Best Bars in America

    2. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

    
    

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    • 2812 W Palmer St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

20. • Elske 81

    • Airy Scandanavian Fine Dining
    
    

    1. James Beard Awards
       Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker, Anna Posey | Nominee

    2. The Banchets
       Restuarant of the Year | Nominee

    3. Eater
       The Best New Restaurants in America

    
    

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    • 1350 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

21. • Mi Tocaya Antojeria 81

    • Feel-Good Mexican Neighborhood Antojeria
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Bib Gourmand

    2. Eater
       The All-Time Eater 38

    3. James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Great Lakes, Diana Dávila Boldin | Semifinalist

    
    

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    • 2800 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

22. • Boka 80

    • Timeless Contemporary American Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       1 Star

    2. The New York Times
       The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

    3. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #19

    
    

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    • 1729 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

23. • Daisies 80

    • Vegetable/Pasta-Focused Midwest-Inspired Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Bib Gourmand

    2. James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Great Lakes, Joe Frillman | Semifinalist

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

    
    

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    • 2375 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

24. • Maple & Ash 80

    • Elegant American Steakhouse
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Restaurant Bar | Top 10 U.S. Nominee

    3. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Restaurant Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    
    

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    • 8 W Maple St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

25. • il Carciofo 80

    • Spacious Italian (Roman)
    
    

    1. Condé Nast Traveler
       The best new restaurants in the world

    2. James Beard Awards
       Outstanding Restaurateur, Frank Callero, Joe Flamm, and Steven Zaleski - Day Off Group | Semifinalist

    3. The Infatuation
       Chicago’s Best New Restaurants | #10

    
    

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    • 1045 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL | Chicago

26. • Feld 78

    • Produce-Driven Tasting
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Bon Appétit
       America's Best New Restaurants

    3. James Beard Awards
       Emerging Chef, Jacob Potashnick | Semifinalist

    
    

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    • 2018 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

27. • Lula Cafe 78

    • Charming American Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Bib Gourmand

    2. The New York Times
       The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

    3. James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Great Lakes, Jason Hammel | Nominee

    
    

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    • 2537 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

28. • Mirra 78

    • Vibrant Mexican/Indian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Eater
       The Best New Restaurants in America

    3. The Infatuation
       Chicago’s Best New Restaurants

    
    

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    • 1954 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

29. • Shanghai Terrace 78

    • Seductive Chinese Dim Sum Restaurant
    
    

    1. AAA
       Four Diamond Restaurants

    2. Forbes Travel Guide
       4 Stars

    3. The New York Times
       The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

    
    

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    • 108 E Superior St, FL 4, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website

30. • Cariño 78

    • Intimate Latin-Inspired Tasting/Taco Omakase
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       1 Star

    2. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #7

    3. The Infatuation
       The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #25

    
    

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    • 4662 N Broadway, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

31. • Thattu 76

    • Playful Coastal Indian Comfort Food Restaurant
    
    

    1. Eater
       The Best New Restaurants in America

    2. The New York Times
       The Restaurant List

    3. The New York Times
       The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

    
    

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    • 2601 W Fletcher St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

32. • Maxwells Trading 76

    • Soul-Satisfying Global Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Wine Enthusiast
       Top 50 New Restaurants

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

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    • 1516 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

33. • Rose Mary 76

    • Bright Croatian-Italian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Restaurant Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

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    • 932 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

34. • Khmai Cambodian Fine Dining 76

    • Authentic Cambodian Fine Dining
    
    

    1. James Beard Awards
       Best New Restaurant | Semifinalist

    2. Eater
       The Best New Restaurants in America

    3. The Infatuation
       Chicago’s Best New Restaurants

    
    

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    • 6580 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

35. • Brasero 76

    • Vibey South American Restaurant
    
    

    1. Wine Enthusiast
       Forward 50 Restaurants

    2. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #23

    3. The Banchets
       Best Design | Nominee

    
    

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    • 1709 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

36. • Pizz’amici 76

    • Old-School Tavern-Style Pizza Shop
    
    

    1. Esquire
       The Best New Restaurants in America

    2. The Infatuation
       The Top-Rated New Restaurants | #10

    3. The Infatuation
       Chicago’s Best New Restaurants | #1

    
    

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    • 1215 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

37. • Vol. 39 75

    • Sophisticated Hotel Cocktail Bar
    
    

    1. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Hotel Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    2. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Hotel Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    3. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Hotel Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

    
    

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    • 39 S La Salle St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

38. • The Duck Inn 75

    • Cozy Neighborhood Gastro-Tavern
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Bib Gourmand

    2. The Banchets
       Chef of the Year, Kevin Hickey | Nominee

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

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    • 2701 S Eleanor St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

39. • Lazy Bird 75

    • Cellar-Level Cocktail Lounge
    
    

    1. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Hotel Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

    2. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Hotel Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

    
    

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    • 200 N Green St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

40. • Monteverde 75

    • Casual Italian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #4

    3. Eater
       The Best New Restaurants in America

    
    

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    • 1020 W Madison St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

41. • HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen 75

    • Acclaimend Vietnamese Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Bib Gourmand

    2. James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Great Lakes, Thai Dang | Semifinalist

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

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    • 1800 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

42. • Milly’s Pizza In The Pan 75

    • Handcrafted Pan-Style Pizza Shop
    
    

    1. The Infatuation
       The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #23

    2. The Banchets
       Best Pizza | Nominee

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

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    • 925 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

43. • Three Dots and a Dash 75

    • Premier Tropical Tiki Bar
    
    

    1. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

    2. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

    3. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    
    

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    • 435 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

44. • Loaf Lounge 75

    • Warm All Day Cafe
    
    

    1. The New York Times
       22 of the Best Bakeries Across the U.S. Right Now

    2. James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Great Lakes, Ben Lustbader and Sarah Mispagel | Semifinalist

    3. The Banchets
       Pastry Chef of the Year, Sarah Mispagel-Lustbader & Ben Lustbader | Nominee

    
    

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    • 2934 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

45. • Nadu 75

    • Delicious Indian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Eater
       The Best New Restaurants in America

    3. The Infatuation
       Chicago’s Best New Restaurants | #2

    
    

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    • 2518 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

46. • Truce 75

    • Cozy Neighborhood Coffee/Cocktail Bar
    
    

    1. James Beard Awards
       Best New Bar | Semifinalist

    2. Spirited Awards
       Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

    3. Eater
       Best New Bar

    
    

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    • 1935 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

47. • Topolobampo 73

    • Vibrant Mexican Fine Dining
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       1 Star

    2. Michelin Guide
       Bib Gourmand

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

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    • 445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

48. • Les Nomades 73

    • Haute French Prix-Fixe
    
    

    1. Forbes Travel Guide
       Recommended

    2. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    3. The Banchets
       Culinary Excellence of the Year, Roland Licioni

    
    

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    • 222 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Instagram

49. • Oliver’s 73

    • 1930's LA-Inspired Neighborhood Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Artful Living
       The Top 5 Most Stylish Restaurants in America

    3. The Banchets
       Best New Restaurant | Nominee

    
    

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    • 1639 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

50. • avec 73

    • Outstanding Mediterranean Wine Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Wine Enthusiast
       Forward 50 Restaurants

    3. The New York Times
       The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

    
    

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    • 615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

51. • Swift & Sons 72

    • Traditional American Steakhouse
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    3. World's Best Steak Restaurants
       The List | #71

    
    

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    • 1000 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

52. • Bavette's Bar & Boeuf 72

    • Iconic French-Inspired Steakhouse
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. World's Best Steak Restaurants
       The List | #77

    3. The Infatuation
       The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #15

    
    

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    • 218 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

53. • Brindille 71

    • Sexy French Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. The New York Times
       The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

    3. The Banchets
       Best Hospitality | Nominee

    
    

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    • 534 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

54. • Sparrow 71

    • Impressive Lobby Bar
    
    

    1. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    2. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

    
    

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    • 12 W Elm St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

55. • Esmé 71

    • Mission-Driven Fine Dining
    
    

    1. James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Great Lakes, Jenner Tomaska | Nominee

    2. Wine Enthusiast
       Top 50 New Restaurants

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

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    • 2200 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

56. • Akahoshi Ramen 71

    • Acclaimed Japanese Ramen Shop
    
    

    1. Bon Appétit
       America's Best New Restaurants

    2. The Infatuation
       The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #11

    3. The Infatuation
       Chicago’s Best New Restaurants

    
    

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    • 2340 N California Ave, Unit B, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

57. • Creepies 71

    • Whimsical French-ish Neighborhood Bistro
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Esquire
       The Best Martinis in America | Vesper

    3. The Infatuation
       Chicago’s Best New Restaurants | #9

    
    

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    • 1360 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

58. • Sanders BBQ Supply Co. 70

    • Flavorful Smokehouse
    
    

    1. The New York Times
       The Restaurant List

    2. James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Great Lakes, Nick Kleutsch and James Sanders | Semifinalist

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

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    • 1742 W 99th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

59. • Birrieria Zaragoza 70

    • Tiny Mexican Taco Shop
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Bib Gourmand

    2. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #2

    3. The Infatuation
       The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #18

    
    

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    • 4852 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

60. • Anelya 70

    • Trippy Ukranian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. The Infatuation
       The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #20

    3. The Infatuation
       Chicago’s Best New Restaurants

    
    

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    • 3472 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

61. • Mariscos San Pedro 70

    • Delicious Mexican Seafood Restaurant
    
    

    1. James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Great Lakes, Marcos Ascencio | Semifinalist

    2. The Infatuation
       The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #8

    3. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #15

    
    

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    • 1227 W 18th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

62. • The Coach House by Wazwan 68

    • Intimate South Indian Tasting
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. James Beard Awards
       Emerging Chef, Zubair Mohajir | Semifinalist

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

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    • 1742 W Division St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Instagram

63. • The Loyalist 68

    • Casual French Restaurant
    
    

    1. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Restaurant Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    2. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #18

    3. The New York Times
       The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

    
    

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    • 177 N Ada St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

64. • Superkhana International 68

    • Friendly Indian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Bib Gourmand

    2. Eater
       Chicago’s Best Pizza

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

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    • 3059 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website

65. • Valhalla 66

    • Playful Tasting
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. The Infatuation
       The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #16

    3. The Banchets
       Sommelier of the Year, Jelena Prodan | Winner

    
    

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    • 2020 W Division St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

66. • perilla 66

    • Elegant Korean/American Steakhouse
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Bib Gourmand

    2. The Banchets
       Best Design | Nominee

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

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    • 225 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

67. • S.K.Y. 66

    • Inspired Contemporary American Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. The Banchets
       Sommelier of the Year, Jelena Prodan | Winner

    3. The Banchets
       Chef of the Year, Stephen Gillanders | Nominee

    
    

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    • 2300 N Lincoln Park W, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

68. • Jeong 66

    • Thoughtful Korean-Inspired Tasting
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #6

    3. Bon Appétit
       America's Best New Restaurants

    
    

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    • 1460 W Chicago Ave Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

69. • Santa Masa Tamaleria 66

    • Passionate Mexican Tamale Shop
    
    

    1. James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Great Lakes, Danny Espinoza and Jhoana Ruiz | Semifinalist

    2. The Banchets
       Best Counter Service | Nominee

    3. The Infatuation
       Chicago’s Best New Restaurants

    
    

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    • 7544 W Addison St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

70. • Johnnie's Beef 65

    • Old-School Italian Beef Shop
    
    

    1. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #5

    2. The New York Times
       The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

    3. Eater
       The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

    
    

    ---

    • 7500 W North Ave, Elmwood Park, IL | Elmwood Park
    • Website

71. • Tre Dita 65

    • Glitzy Italian (Tuscan) Restaurant
    
    

    1. The Banchets
       Best Design | Winner

    2. The Banchets
       Sommelier of the Year, Kat Hawkins | Nominee

    3. The Banchets
       Sommelier of the Year, Kat Hawkins | Nominee

    
    

    ---

    • 401 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

72. • John’s Food and Wine 65

    • Modern American Neighborhood Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. Time Out
       The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #13

    3. The Banchets
       Best New Restaurant | Nominee

    
    

    ---

    • 2114 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

73. • Cafe Jumping Bean 61

    • Colorful Mexican Coffee Shop/Cafe
    
    

    1. Eater
       Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

    2. Time Out
       The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

    
    

    ---

    • 1439 W 18th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Instagram

74. • Side Practice Coffee 61

    • Tiny Filipino Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. Eater
       Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

    2. Time Out
       The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

    
    

    ---

    • 5139 N Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

75. • Plein Air Cafe & Eatery 61

    • European-Style Cafe/Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. Eater
       Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

    2. Time Out
       The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

    
    

    ---

    • 5751 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

76. • Afro Joe’s 61

    • Welcoming Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. Eater
       Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

    2. Time Out
       The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

    
    

    ---

    • 1818 W 99th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

77. • Sawada Coffee 61

    • Funky Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. Eater
       Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

    2. Time Out
       The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

    
    

    ---

    • 112 N Green St Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

78. • Standing Passengers 61

    • Video Game-Themed Coffee Lounge
    
    

    1. Eater
       Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

    2. Time Out
       The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

    
    

    ---

    • 1458 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

79. • EL Ideas 55

    • Creative American Tasting
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       1 Star

    2. James Beard Awards
       Outstanding Restaurant | Semifinalist

    
    

    ---

    • 2419 W 14th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

80. • The Purple Pig 55

    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Bib Gourmand

    2. World Culinary Awards
       North America's Best Mediterranean Cuisine Restaurant | Nominee

    
    

    ---

    • 444 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

81. • Next 55

    • Unpredictable Tasting
    
    

    1. AAA
       Four Diamond Restaurants

    2. Michelin Guide
       1 Star

    
    

    ---

    • 953 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

82. • Atelier 55

    • Intimate Fine Dining
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       1 Star

    2. James Beard Awards
       Best New Restaurant | Semifinalist

    
    

    ---

    • 4835 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

83. • Milly’s Pizza In The Pan 53

    
    

    1. Time Out
       The 18 best pizzas in the world right now | Chicago Pie

    2. The Banchets
       Best Pizza | Nominee

    
    

    ---

    • 1801 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

84. • Dayglow 52

    • Creative Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. Sprudgie Awards
       Notable Roaster | Finalist

    2. Time Out
       The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

    
    

    ---

    • 1757 N Kimball Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

85. • Le Bouchon 51

    • Classic French (Lyonnaise) Bistro
    
    

    1. James Beard Awards
       Outstanding Restaurateur, Nicolas Poilevey and Oliver Poilevey | Semifinalist

    2. The Banchets
       Best Neighborhood Restaurant | Winner

    
    

    ---

    • 1958 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

86. • Avec River North 51

    • Rustic Mediterranean/Midwestern Restaurant
    
    

    1. World Culinary Awards
       North America's Best Mediterranean Cuisine Restaurant | Nominee

    2. The New York Times
       The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

    3. Eater
       The Best New Restaurants in America

    
    

    ---

    • 141 W Erie St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

87. • Robert’s 51

    • Aperfect Pizza Shop
    
    

    1. 50 Top Pizza
       50 Top Pizza USA | #6

    2. The Banchets
       Best Pizza | Nominee

    
    

    ---

    • 465 N McClurg Ct, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

88. • Jimmy's Pizza Cafe 50

    • Delicious NY-Style Pizza Shop
    
    

    1. 50 Top Pizza
       50 Top Pizza Slice USA | #12

    2. Eater
       Chicago’s Best Pizza

    
    

    ---

    • 2434 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Instagram

89. • Ina Mae Tavern & Packaged Goods 50

    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. James Beard Awards
       Outstanding Restaurateur, Mark Domitrovich, Brian Jupiter, and Aaron Torricelli - Pioneer Tavern Group | Semifinalist

    
    

    ---

    • 1415 N Wood St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

90. • Bungalow by Middle Brow 50

    • Standout Brewpub
    
    

    1. The Banchets
       Best Neighborhood Restaurant | Nominee

    2. Eater
       Chicago’s Best Pizza

    3. Bon Appétit
       America's Best New Restaurants

    
    

    ---

    • 2840 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

91. • North Pond 50

    • Seasonal Tasting
    
    

    1. AAA
       Four Diamond Restaurants

    2. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    
    

    ---

    • 2610 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

92. • Schwa 50

    • Eccentric Tasting
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       1 Star

    2. The Infatuation
       The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #3

    
    

    ---

    • 1466 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

93. • Momotaro 50

    • Modern Japanese Restaurant
    
    

    1. AAA
       Four Diamond Restaurants

    2. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    3. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    
    

    ---

    • 820 W Lake St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

94. • Miru 50

    • Breathtaking Japanese Hotel Restaurant
    
    

    1. AAA
       Four Diamond Restaurants

    2. The Banchets
       Sommelier of the Year, Kat Hawkins | Nominee

    
    

    ---

    • 401 E Wacker Dr, FL 11, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

95. • Boonie’s Filipino Restaurant 50

    • Incredible Filipino Restaurant
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Bib Gourmand

    2. James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Great Lakes, Joe Fontelera | Semifinalist

    
    

    ---

    • 4337 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

96. • Taqueria Chingon 50

    • Bold Mexican Taqueria
    
    

    1. Michelin Guide
       Selected Restaurants

    2. James Beard Awards
       Outstanding Restaurateur, Nicolas Poilevey and Oliver Poilevey | Semifinalist

    
    

    ---

    • 817 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

97. • Sportsman’s Club 50

    • Updated Neighborhood Tavern
    
    

    1. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    2. Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

    
    

    ---

    • 948 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

98. • Mindy’s Bakery 50

    • Rustic American Bakery
    
    

    1. Time Out
       The best bakeries in America

    2. The Banchets
       Pastry Chef of the Year, Bo Durham | Nominee

    
    

    ---

    • 1623 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

99. • The Aviary 48

    • Elaborate Cocktail Bar
    
    

    1. Midwest Living
       Best of the Midwest

    2. The Infatuation
       The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

    3. Eater
       Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

    
    

    ---

    • 955 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL | Chicago
    • Website
    • Instagram

100. • Big Shoulders Coffee 48

     • No-Nonsense Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. US Coffee Championships
        U.S. Coffee Roasters Championship, Diego Guartan | #1

     2. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1105 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

101. • Scofflaw 48

     • Eclectic Gin-Focused Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. Wildsam
        The 50 Most Essential Bars in America

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 3201 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website

102. • Warlord 48

     • Live-Fire Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     2. Esquire
        The Best New Restaurants in America

     
     

     ---

     • 3198 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

103. • Kie Gol Lanee 46

     • Vibrant Mexican (Oaxacan) Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     2. The Banchets
        Best Neighborhood Restaurant | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 5004 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

104. • Kyōten 46

     • Harmonious Japanese Omakase
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #3

     2. The Banchets
        Chef of the Year, Otto Phan | Winner

     
     

     ---

     • 2507 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

105. • J.P. Graziano 45

     • Iconic Italian Sub Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #10

     2. The Banchets
        Best Counter Service | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 901 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

106. • Bar Parisette 45

     • https://www.barparisette.com Wine Bar
     
     

     1. Wine Enthusiast
        Top 50 New Restaurants

     2. The Banchets
        Rising Chef, Madalyn Durrant | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 2829 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

107. • Kyōten Next Door 45

     • Progressive Japanese Omakase
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     2. The Infatuation
        The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #4

     
     

     ---

     • 2513 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

108. • Apolonia 45

     • Dynamic Contemporary Mediterranean Restaurant
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Sommelier of the Year, Jelena Prodan | Winner

     2. The Banchets
        Chef of the Year, Stephen Gillanders | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 2201 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

109. • Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern 43

     • Casual New Orleans-Inspired Po'Boy Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #19

     2. The Banchets
        Best Neighborhood Restaurant | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 5215 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

110. • Frontera Grill 43

     • Authentic Mexican Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        1 Star

     2. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     3. Eater
        The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

111. • Vito & Nick's 43

     • Old-School Tavern-Style Pizza Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #9

     2. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     
     

     ---

     • 8433 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

112. • Spacca Napoli Pizzeria 43

     • Authentic Neapolitan Pizzeria
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Best Pizza | Winner

     2. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     
     

     ---

     • 1769 W Sunnyside Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

113. • Nettare 43

     • Seasonal American All-Day Cafe
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #20

     2. The Banchets
        Rising Chef, John Dahlstrom | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 1953 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

114. • Oromo Cafe 41

     • Nourishing Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     2. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 4703 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

115. • Da local Boy 41

     
     

     1. The New York Times
        The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

     2. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 320 Green Bay Rd, Highwood, IL | Highwood

116. • Calumet Fisheries 41

     • Tasty Seafood Takeout
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #8

     2. Eater
        The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 3259 E 95th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

117. • Osmium Coffee Bar 41

     • Funky Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1117 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website

118. • Al Bawadi Grill 41

     • Authentic Middle Eastern Restaurant
     
     

     1. The New York Times
        The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

     2. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 7216 W 87th St, Bridgeview, IL | Bridgeview
     • Website
     • Instagram

119. • Drip Collective 41

     • Inventive Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     2. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 172 N Racine Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

120. • New Village Gastro Pub 41

     • Authentic Korean Gastropub
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Best Heritage Restaurant | Nominee

     2. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 3566 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL | Northbrook
     • Website
     • Instagram

121. • Metric Coffee 41

     • Modern Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     2. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2021 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

122. • Kim's Uncle Pizza 41

     • Delicious Chicago Tavern Style Pizza Shop
     
     

     1. The New York Times
        The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

     2. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 207 N Cass Ave, Westmont, IL | Westmont
     • Website
     • Instagram

123. • The Heavy Feather 41

     • 70's-Era Speakeasy
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     2. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 2357 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

124. • Overflow Coffee 41

     • Unique Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1449 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

125. • Kusanya Cafe 41

     • Creative Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 825 W 69th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

126. • The Alderman 41

     • Intimate Neighborhood Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     2. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 1163 W 18th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

127. • VietFive Coffee 41

     • Little Vietnamese Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1116 W Madison St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

128. • Doma 41

     • Casual Croatian Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 946 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

129. • Hexe Coffee Co. 40

     • Industrial Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2000 W. Diversey Pkwy, Chicago , IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

130. • Intelligentsia 40

     • Sleek Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 3123 N Broadway, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

131. • The Wormhole Coffee 40

     • 80's-Themed Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1462 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Instagram

132. • Build Coffee 40

     • Eclectic Coffee Shop/Bookstore
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 6100 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

133. • Rivers & Roads Cafe 40

     • Outdoors-Themed Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1259 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

134. • Dollop Coffee 40

     • Bright Coffee Shop/Cafe
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 345 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

135. • Bridgeport Coffee 40

     • Photogenic Neighborhood Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 3101 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

136. • Heritage Outpost 40

     • Sunlit Coffee Shop/Bike Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2959 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

137. • Gaslight Coffee Roasters 40

     • Rustic-Hipster Coffee Shop/Cafe
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2385 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

138. • Pat's Pizza 38

     • Classic Tavern-Style Pizza Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     2. Eater
        The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2679 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

139. • Verzênay 31

     
     

     1. International Baking Industry Expo
        World Bread Awards USA, Challah | Winner: Arshiya Farheen

     
     

     ---

     • 2507 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

140. • LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton 30

     
     

     1. World Culinary Awards
        North America's Best Rooftop Restaurant | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 85 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL | Chicago

141. • is/was Brewing 30

     • Unique Brewery
     
     

     1. Punch
        The Who’s Who of Beer Cool

     
     

     ---

     • 5121 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

142. • Adalina 30

     
     

     1. Food & Wine
        Best Dishes Our Editors Ate This Year | Chocolate Bourbon Tiramisu

     
     

     ---

     • 912 N State St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

143. • NoodleBird 30

     
     

     1. Time Out
        The best Chinese restaurants in America

     
     

     ---

     • 2957 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

144. • Big Shoulders Coffee 28

     • No-Nonsense Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. US Coffee Championships
        U.S. Coffee Roasters Championship, Diego Guartan | #1

     
     

     ---

     • 213 W Lake St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

145. • Class Act 28

     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Emerging Chef, Nicolai Mlodinow | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 1737 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

146. • Nic + Junior’s 28

     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Best New Restaurant | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 405 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

147. • Coda Di Volpe 28

     • Authentic Southern Italian Restaurant
     
     

     1. 50 Top Pizza
        50 Top Pizza USA | #40

     
     

     ---

     • 3335 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

148. • All Together Now 28

     • Funky Restaurant
     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 2119 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

149. • Sugar Moon Bakery 28

     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        Our Favorite Bakeries In The Country Right Now

     
     

     ---

     • 3612 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

150. • Big Shoulders Coffee 28

     • No-Nonsense Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. US Coffee Championships
        U.S. Coffee Roasters Championship, Diego Guartan | #1

     
     

     ---

     • 1165 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

151. • The English Room 28

     • Celebrated Continental Fine Dining
     
     

     1. AAA
        Four Diamond Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 255 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest, IL | Lake Forest
     • Website

152. • Farm Bar 28

     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Restaurant | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 1300 W Wellington Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

153. • Big Shoulders Coffee 28

     • No-Nonsense Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. US Coffee Championships
        U.S. Coffee Roasters Championship, Diego Guartan | #1

     
     

     ---

     • 311 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

154. • BLVD Steakhouse 28

     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Restaurateur, Frank Callero, Joe Flamm, and Steven Zaleski - Day Off Group | Semifinalist

     
     

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     • 817 W Lake St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

155. • Lotties 28

     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Restaurateur, Mark Domitrovich, Brian Jupiter, and Aaron Torricelli - Pioneer Tavern Group | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 1925 W Cortland St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

156. • Dat Donut 28

     • Classic Donut Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        11 Of The Best Donuts In America

     
     

     ---

     • 8251 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

157. • Big Shoulders Coffee 28

     • No-Nonsense Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. US Coffee Championships
        U.S. Coffee Roasters Championship, Diego Guartan | #1

     
     

     ---

     • 858 N State St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

158. • Lem's Bar-B-Q 28

     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        America's Classics: Great Lakes | Winner

     
     

     ---

     • 311 E 75th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

159. • Goosefoot 28

     • Subtle French Tasting
     
     

     1. AAA
        Four Diamond Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 4520 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

160. • Oceanique 28

     • Elegant Global Restaurant
     
     

     1. AAA
        Four Diamond Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 505 Main St, Evanston, IL | Evanston
     • Website
     • Instagram

161. • Hopleaf Bar 28

     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Bar | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 5148 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

162. • Big Shoulders Coffee 28

     • No-Nonsense Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. US Coffee Championships
        U.S. Coffee Roasters Championship, Diego Guartan | #1

     
     

     ---

     • 141 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

163. • Loba Pastry+Coffee 28

     • Unfamiliar Pastry Shop
     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Bakery | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 3600 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

164. • Schubas Tavern 28

     • Classic Chicago Tavern/Venue
     
     

     1. Esquire
        The Best Bars in America

     
     

     ---

     • 3159 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

165. • Bar Tutto 28

     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Restaurateur, Frank Callero, Joe Flamm, and Steven Zaleski - Day Off Group | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 1110 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

166. • Frontier 28

     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Restaurateur, Mark Domitrovich, Brian Jupiter, and Aaron Torricelli - Pioneer Tavern Group | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 1072 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

167. • Beef & Liberty 28

     
     

     1. Esquire
        The Best Martinis in America | Dukes Hotel Martini

     
     

     ---

     • 500 N La Salle Dr, Chicago, IL | Chicago

168. • Easy Does It 26

     
     

     1. Esquire
        The Best Bars in America

     
     

     ---

     • 2354 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

169. • NoMI Kitchen 26

     • Creative French-Influenced Hotel Restaurant
     
     

     1. Forbes Travel Guide
        Recommended

     
     

     ---

     • 800 Michigan Ave 7th Floor, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

170. • After 26

     • Sleek Cocktail Lounge
     
     

     1. Esquire
        The Best Bars in America

     
     

     ---

     • 1338 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

171. • United Club 26

     
     

     1. Esquire
        The Best Martinis in America | The Martini You Drink Before You Fly

     
     

     ---

     • 10000 W O'Hare Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

172. • Cherry Circle Room 26

     
     

     1. Esquire
        The Best Martinis in America | Martini

     2. Spirited Awards
        Best U.S. Hotel Bar | Top 10 Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

173. • Mako 26

     • Enjoyable Japanese Omakase
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        1 Star

     
     

     ---

     • 731 W Lake St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

174. • The Press Room Chicago 26

     • Modern American Wine Bar
     
     

     1. Wine Enthusiast
        Forward 50 Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1134 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

175. • Z Bar 26

     • Inventive Global Rooftop Lounge
     
     

     1. Food & Wine
        The Top 10 Hotel Bars in the US

     
     

     ---

     • 108 E Superior St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

176. • Moody Tongue 26

     • Intimate Tasting
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        1 Star

     
     

     ---

     • 2515 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

177. • Cellar Door Provisions 25

     • Breezy Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 3025 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

178. • MONEYGUN 25

     • Classic Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. Spirited Awards
        Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

     
     

     ---

     • 660 W Lake St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

179. • Sho 25

     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Best Chef: Great Lakes, Mari Katsumura and Adam Sindler | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 1533 N Wells St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

180. • Bocadillo Market 25

     • Contemporary Spanish-Inspired Cafe
     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Best Chef: Great Lakes, James Martin | Semifinalist

     2. Bon Appétit
        America's Best New Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 2342 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

181. • Mama Delia 25

     • Bold Spanish Neighborhood Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 1721 W Division St Ground Floor, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

182. • Big Jones 25

     • Creative Southern Restaurant
     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Best Chef: Great Lakes, Paul Fehribach | Semifinalist

     2. James Beard Awards
        Best Chef: Great Lakes, Paul Fehribach | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 5347 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

183. • Sifr 25

     • Wood-Fired Middle Eastern Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 660 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

184. • Ghin Khao 25

     • Casual Thai Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 2128 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

185. • Girl & The Goat 25

     • Bold Global Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

186. • Gilt Bar 25

     • Intimate New American Gastrobar
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 230 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

187. • mfk. 25

     • Delicious Coastal Spanish Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 432 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

188. • Good Night John Boy 25

     • 70's Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. Spirited Awards
        Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

     
     

     ---

     • 905 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

189. • Bordel 25

     • Provocative Parisian-Inspired Cabaret/Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. Spirited Awards
        Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

     
     

     ---

     • 1721 W Division St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

190. • Inner Town Pub 25

     • Bohemian Chicago Dive Bar
     
     

     1. Huckberry
        The 50 Best Dive Bars in America

     
     

     ---

     • 1935 W Thomas St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

191. • Longman & Eagle 25

     • Contemporary Chicago Inn
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 2657 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

192. • Mott St 25

     • Feast-Style Asian-American Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 1401 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

193. • The Bar at Hotel Zachary 25

     • Stylish Mediterranean Hotel Lounge
     
     

     1. Spirited Awards
        Best U.S. Hotel Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

     
     

     ---

     • 3630 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

194. • Rainbo Club 25

     • Old-School Dive Bar
     
     

     1. Huckberry
        The 50 Best Dive Bars in America

     
     

     ---

     • 1150 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Instagram

195. • Proxi 25

     • Open-Fire Coastal Asian Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 565 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

196. • Munno Pizzeria & Bistro 25

     • Laid-Back Italian Neighborhood Pizzeria
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 4656 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

197. • Estereo 25

     • Expressive Latin-American Agave Bar
     
     

     1. Spirited Awards
        Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

     
     

     ---

     • 2450 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

198. • Ciccio Mio 25

     • Intimate Italian-American Fine Dining
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 226 W Kinzie Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

199. • Chef's Special Cocktail Bar 25

     • Nostalgic American-Chinese Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 2165 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

200. • Chilam Balam 25

     • Modern Mexican Small Plates Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 3023 N Broadway, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

201. • Shawn Michelle's Homemade Ice Cream 25

     • Creative Ice Cream Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #1

     
     

     ---

     • 46 E 47th St Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

202. • Pleasant House Pub 25

     • Fun British-Inspired Pub
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 2119 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

203. • Pompette 25

     • Cute American Neighborhood Wine Bar
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 1960 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

204. • HaiSous 25

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     2. James Beard Awards
        Best Chef: Great Lakes, Thai Dang | Semifinalist

     3. Eater
        The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1800 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

205. • Giant 25

     • Exciting American Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     2. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Chef, Jason Vincent | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 3209 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

206. • Lardon 25

     • Old-World French-Inspired Bistro/Cafe
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 2200 N California Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

207. • The Bamboo Room @ Three Dots and a Dash 25

     • Cutting Edge Tiki Bar
     
     

     1. Spirited Awards
        Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

     2. Spirited Awards
        Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

     3. Spirited Awards
        Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. Central | Regional Honoree

     
     

     ---

     • 435 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

208. • Yao Yao 25

     • Quality Chinese Pickled Fish Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 230 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

209. • Sol de Mexico 25

     • Traditional Mexican Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 3018 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website

210. • Table, Donkey and Stick 25

     • Whimsical Alpine-Inspired Neighborhood Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 2728 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

211. • Common Decency 25

     • Elevated Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. Spirited Awards
        Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

     
     

     ---

     • 3152 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

212. • Sochi 25

     • Elevated Vietnamese (Saigonese) Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 1358 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

213. • Tortello 25

     • Handmade Italian Pastifico
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 1746 W Division, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

214. • Club Lucky 25

     • Traditional Italian Supper Club
     
     

     1. Spirited Awards
        Best U.S. Restaurant Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

     
     

     ---

     • 1824 W Wabansia Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

215. • Union 25

     • Creative New American Pub
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Bib Gourmand

     
     

     ---

     • 2202 N California Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

216. • Cindy's 25

     • Beautiful Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. Spirited Awards
        Best U.S. Hotel Bar – U.S. Central | Regional Top 10 Honoree

     
     

     ---

     • 12 S Michigan Ave, FL 13, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

217. • Ragadan 23

     • Unique American Falafel Shop
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Best Counter Service | Winner

     
     

     ---

     • 4409 N Broadway, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

218. • Amorino 23

     • Beautiful Italian Gelato Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #10

     
     

     ---

     • 38 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

219. • Scooter's Frozen Custard 23

     • Fresh Frozen Custard Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #4

     
     

     ---

     • 1658 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

220. • Vaca's Creamery 23

     • Vegan Ice Cream Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #5

     
     

     ---

     • 1436 W Blackhawk St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

221. • Golden Years 23

     • 70's-Inspired Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Bar of the Year | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 1938 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

222. • Black Dog Gelato 23

     • Creamy Northern-Style Gelato Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #6

     
     

     ---

     • 859 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

223. • Stumara 23

     • Vibrant Georgian Restaurant
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Best Heritage Restaurant | Winner

     
     

     ---

     • 847 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL | Wheeling
     • Website
     • Instagram

224. • Cantina Rosa 23

     
     

     1. Eater
        The 2025 Eater Chicago Award Winners | Best New Bar

     
     

     ---

     • 5230 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

225. • Teddy’s Ice Cream 23

     • Premium Ice Cream Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #9

     
     

     ---

     • 2000 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

226. • Del Sur Bakery & Cafe 23

     
     

     1. Eater
        The 2025 Eater Chicago Award Winners | Best New Bakery

     
     

     ---

     • 4639 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

227. • Trino 23

     
     

     1. Eater
        The 2025 Eater Chicago Award Winners | Best New Restaurant

     
     

     ---

     • 738 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

228. • Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams 23

     • Scratch Ice Cream Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #8

     
     

     ---

     • 3404 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

229. • Bar Esmé 23

     • Casual-Chic French-Inspired Bistro
     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Best Chef: Great Lakes, Jenner Tomaska | Nominee

     2. Wine Enthusiast
        Top 50 New Restaurants

     3. Eater
        The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2200 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

230. • Paulo Gelato and Chocolate 23

     • Small-Batch Italian Gelato Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #3

     
     

     ---

     • 1058 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

231. • El Che Steakhouse & Bar 23

     • Fun Argentinian Steakhouse
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Restuarant of the Year | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 845 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

232. • BiXi Beer 23

     • Modern Asian-Inspired Brewpub
     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Best Chef: Great Lakes, Bo Fowler | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 2515 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

233. • Xocome Antojeria 23

     • Handmade Mexican Kitchen
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #5

     
     

     ---

     • 5200 S Archer Ave, Unit 8, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Instagram

234. • La Michoacana Premium 23

     • Premium Mexican Ice Cream Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #7

     
     

     ---

     • 1855 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

235. • etc. 23

     • Stylish Southern Restaurant
     
     

     1. James Beard Awards
        Best Chef: Great Lakes, Lamar Moore | Semifinalist

     
     

     ---

     • 404 S Wells St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

236. • Birrieria Ocotlan 23

     • Delicious Mexican Birrieria
     
     

     1. The New York Times
        The Best Restaurant Dishes We Ate Across the U.S. | Birria

     
     

     ---

     • 8726 S Commercial Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

237. • Layla & Ringo's 21

     • Polished Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     
     

     ---

     • 914 N Wells St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

238. • Osito's Tap 21

     • Rustic Mexican Speakeasy
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2553 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

239. • Tama 21

     • Intimate Mediterranean/Global Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1952 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

240. • Astor Club 21

     • Invitation-Only Members Club
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 24 E Goethe St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Instagram

241. • Azul 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1177 N Elston, Chicago, IL | Chicago

242. • Cerdito Muerto 21

     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        Chicago’s Best New Restaurants | #4

     
     

     ---

     • 1700 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

243. • Milly's Pizza In The Pan 21

     • Handcrafted Pan-Style Pizza Shop
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Best Pizza | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 6737 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL | Berwyn
     • Website
     • Instagram

244. • YooYee 21

     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        Chicago’s Best New Restaurants | #3

     
     

     ---

     • 4925 N Broadway, Unit E, Chicago, IL | Chicago

245. • Billy Sunday 21

     • Intimate Amaro Bar
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 3143 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

246. • Soul & Smoke 21

     • Authentic Chicago-Style BBQ Shop
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Best Heritage Restaurant | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 500 W Madison St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

247. • Printer’s Row Coffee 21

     • Cavernous Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     
     

     ---

     • 1400 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

248. • Passion House Coffee 21

     • Experimental Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     
     

     ---

     • 1200 N North Branch St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

249. • Annette's Homemade Italian Ice 21

     • Takeout Window Ice Cream/Italian Ice Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #19

     
     

     ---

     • 2009 N Bissell St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

250. • Tortas Frontera 21

     
     

     1. The New York Times
        The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

     
     

     ---

     • 10000 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

251. • Kilwins 21

     • Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #15

     
     

     ---

     • 5226 S. Harper Street, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

252. • JM Seafood 21

     • Casual Chinese Seafood Restaurant
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #17

     
     

     ---

     • 3312 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

253. • Sip & Savor 21

     • Warm Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     
     

     ---

     • 78 E 47th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

254. • The St. Regis Chicago 21

     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Best Design | Winner

     2. The Banchets
        Sommelier of the Year, Kat Hawkins | Nominee

     3. The Banchets
        Sommelier of the Year, Kat Hawkins | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 401 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL | Chicago

255. • Moonflower 21

     • Low-Key Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     2. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 4359 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

256. • Rendang Republic 21

     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        Chicago’s Best New Restaurants | #6

     
     

     ---

     • 3355 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

257. • Soloway Coffee 21

     • Bold Ukranian Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     
     

     ---

     • 2275 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

258. • Necessary & Sufficient Coffee 21

     • Takeout-Only Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     
     

     ---

     • 3624 W. Wrightwood Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

259. • The Understudy Coffee and Books 21

     • Stylish Coffee Shop/Theatre Bookstrore
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     
     

     ---

     • 5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Instagram

260. • Migos Fine Foods 21

     • Vibrant Halal Fried Chicken Shop
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Best Counter Service | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 5044 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

261. • Bokeh 21

     • Intimate Neighborhood Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 4716 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

262. • Kanin 21

     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        Chicago’s Best New Restaurants | #8

     
     

     ---

     • 5131 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

263. • Blue Door Kitchen & Garden 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 52 W Elm St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

264. • Bad Owl Coffee 21

     • Charming Coffee Shop/Cafe
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     
     

     ---

     • 3315 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

265. • Ocean Grill & Bar 21

     • Relaxing Vietnamese Restaurant
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Best Heritage Restaurant | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 1826 S Canal St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

266. • Noriko Handroll Bar 21

     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        Chicago’s Best New Restaurants | #7

     
     

     ---

     • 401 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

267. • Bazaar Meat 21

     • Inventive Spanish-Influenced Chophouse
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     2. The Banchets
        Best Design | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 120 N Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

268. • The Victor Cocktail Bar 21

     • Brooding Neighborhood Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 4011 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

269. • The Gundis 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 2909 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

270. • Bar Mar 21

     • Modern Spanish-Influenced Seafood Bar
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     2. The Banchets
        Best Design | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 120 N Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

271. • Tzuco 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 720 N State St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

272. • Pizza Friendly Pizza 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1039 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

273. • Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1024 N Rush St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

274. • The Gage 21

     • Elevated Bar-Food Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 24 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

275. • Acanto 21

     • Polished Italian Restaurant
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Sommelier of the Year, Patti Robison | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 18 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

276. • Provaré 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1523 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

277. • Coalfire Pizza 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1321 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

278. • Chez Joel Bistro 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1119 W Taylor, Chicago, IL | Chicago

279. • Alla Vita 21

     • Busy Italian Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 564 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

280. • Tied House 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 3157 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

281. • Demera Ethiopian Restaurant 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 4801 N Broadway, Chicago, IL | Chicago

282. • Lou Mitchell's 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 565 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL | Chicago

283. • Elina's 21

     • Italian
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1202 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

284. • The Original Rainbow Cone 21

     • Nostalgic Ice Cream Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #18

     
     

     ---

     • 9233 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

285. • Prime & Provisions 21

     • Upbeat Steakhouse
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 222 North Lasalle Blvd, Chicago, IL | Chicago

286. • Osteria Langhe 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 2824 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

287. • OMAKASE YUME 21

     • Calm Japanese Omakase
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, Illinois | Chicago

288. • Beity 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 813 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL | Chicago

289. • Gaijin 21

     • Small Japanese Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 950 W Lake St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

290. • The Perch Kitchen and Tap 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1932 W Division St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

291. • Sugar Shack 21

     • Nostalgic Ice Cream/Funnel Cake Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #17

     
     

     ---

     • 630 W 26th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

292. • Kurimu 21

     • Cute Ice Cream Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #12

     
     

     ---

     • 1159 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

293. • The Momo World 21

     • Counter-Service Nepali Momo Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #13

     
     

     ---

     • 727 W Maxwell St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

294. • The Izakaya at Momotaro 21

     
     

     1. AAA
        Four Diamond Restaurants

     2. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     3. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 820 W Lake St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

295. • Bayan Ko 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1810 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

296. • Roop 21

     • Upscale Indian Restaurant
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 736 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

297. • Lickity Split 21

     • Retro Ice Cream Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #11

     
     

     ---

     • 6056 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

298. • RPM Steak 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 66 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL | Chicago

299. • The Omakase Room at Sushi-san 21

     • Ten-Seat Japanese Omakase
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #14

     
     

     ---

     • 63 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

300. • Pretty Cool Ice Cream 21

     • Mysterious Ice Cream Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #16

     
     

     ---

     • 2353 N California Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

301. • Margie's Candies 21

     • Old-School Ice Cream/Candy Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Ice Cream Power Rankings | #20

     
     

     ---

     • 1960 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

302. • Al Bawadi Grill 21

     • Authentic Middle Eastern Restaurant
     
     

     1. The New York Times
        The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

     
     

     ---

     • 8501 W Dempster St, Niles, IL | Niles
     • Website
     • Instagram

303. • Itoko 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 3325 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

304. • Chicago Cut Steakhouse 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 300 N La Salle, Chicago, IL | Chicago

305. • GG’s Chicken Shop 21

     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 3325 N Southport Ave, Unit 2, Chicago, IL | Chicago

306. • Gavroche 21

     • Modern French Restaurant
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #21

     
     

     ---

     • 1529 N Wells St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Instagram

307. • Oud Coffee & Cafe 21

     • Unique Palistinian Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Coffee Shops

     
     

     ---

     • 714 N Wells St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

308. • Qing Xiang Yuan Dumplings 21

     • Delicious Chinese Dumpling Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #24

     
     

     ---

     • 2002 S Wentworth Ave #103, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

309. • Nobody's Darling 21

     • Classy Cocktail Bar
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     2. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Bar Program | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 1744 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

310. • Tortas Frontera 21

     • Amazing Mexican Quick-Service Airport Restaurant
     
     

     1. The New York Times
        The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

     
     

     ---

     • 10000 Bessie Coleman Dr, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

311. • Parachute HiFi 21

     • Creative Korean-American Vinyl Bar
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     2. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Restaurant | Nominee

     3. James Beard Awards
        Outstanding Restaurant | Nominee

     
     

     ---

     • 3500 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

312. • Uncle John's Bar-B-Que 21

     • Serious BBQ Shop
     
     

     1. The New York Times
        The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

     
     

     ---

     • 17947 S Halsted St, Homewood, IL | Homewood
     • Website

313. • La Chaparrita 21

     • Low-Key Mexican Taqueria
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 25 best restaurants in Chicago | #17

     
     

     ---

     • 4559 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website

314. • Alegrias Seafood 21

     • Freshest Mexican (Nyarit-Style) Seafood Restaurant
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago | #24

     
     

     ---

     • 1024 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

315. • Andros Taverna 21

     • Upscale Greek Taverna
     
     

     1. Michelin Guide
        Selected Restaurants

     2. Esquire
        The Best New Restaurants in America | #29

     
     

     ---

     • 2542 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

316. • The Coffee Studio 20

     • Small Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 5628 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Instagram

317. • Jackalope Coffee & Tea House 20

     • Halloween-y Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 755 W 32nd St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

318. • Pa Lian Burmese Restaurant 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 254 E Geneva Rd, Wheaton, IL | Wheaton

319. • Good Ambler 20

     • Huge Cafe/Bakery
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 216 N Peoria, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

320. • Chicago Ramen 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 578 E Oakton, Des Plaines, IL | Des Plaines

321. • Uncle Jerry’s Pizza Company 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 133 W Main St, Cary, IL | Cary

322. • Sweet Bean 20

     • Layed-Back Taiwanese Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1152 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

323. • Lao Der 20

     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        Chicago’s Best New Restaurants | #11

     
     

     ---

     • 3922 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago

324. • Booze Box 20

     • Standout Japanese Speakeasy
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 823 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

325. • Portage Grounds 20

     • Nice Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 5501 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

326. • Sputnik Coffee Company 20

     • Humble Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2618 W 48th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

327. • Hero Coffee Bar 20

     • Quality Coffee Shop/Cafe
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 22 East Jackson, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

328. • Paulie Gee's Logan Square 20

     • Inventive NY-Style Pizza Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     
     

     ---

     • 2451 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

329. • Middle Brow 20

     • Cute Tavern-Style Brewpub
     
     

     1. The Banchets
        Best Neighborhood Restaurant | Nominee

     2. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     3. Bon Appétit
        America's Best New Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 2840 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

330. • Brew Brew Coffee & Tea 20

     • Comfy Mexican (Baja) Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 3832 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

331. • 3 Arts Club Café 20

     • Grand Cafe
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1300 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website

332. • La Malinche Coffee & Tea House 20

     • Authentic Mexican Coffee Shop/Cafe
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2110 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

333. • Moonwalker Cafe 20

     • Meticulous Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 4101 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

334. • Bru 20

     • Nourishing Cafe
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1562 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

335. • Coffee Lab & Roasters 20

     • Low-Key Neighborhood Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2823 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

336. • Gene & Jude's 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2720 N River Rd, River Grove, IL | River Grove

337. • La Colombe Coffee Roasters 20

     • Pretty Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 5158 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

338. • Nightshade Bar 20

     • Basement Speakeasy
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     2. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 4359 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

339. • Cadinho 20

     • Sunny Portuguese Bakery/Cafe
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 3483 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

340. • The Graceful Ordinary 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 3 E Main St, St. Charles, IL | St. Charles

341. • The Greggory 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 100 W Higgins Rd, Ste C-1, South Barrington, IL | South Barrington

342. • Grano 20

     • Sunny Mexican Coffee Shop/Panaderia
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1845 W 47th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

343. • Chicago Magic Lounge 20

     • Sophisticated Speakeasy/Magic Theater
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 5050 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

344. • Boston Fish Market 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1225 E Forest Ave, Des Plaines, IL | Des Plaines

345. • Pedestrian Coffee 20

     • Extraordinary Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 939 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

346. • Swadesi Cafe 20

     • Vibrant Indian Coffee Shop/Cafe
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 328 S Jefferson St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

347. • Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 6501 W 79th St, Burbank, IL | Burbank

348. • Forno Rosso Pizzeria Napoletana 20

     • Friendly Neapolitan Pizza Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     
     

     ---

     • 1048 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

349. • Casa Cactus 20

     • Naturally Lit Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 4595 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

350. • Petite Vie 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL | Western Springs

351. • The Avondale Coffee Club by Reprise Roasters 20

     • Retro Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 3185 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

352. • Blue Bottle Coffee 20

     • Much-Hyped Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 313 W Wolf Point Plaza, Unit 120, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

353. • Dorian's 20

     • Hidden Italian-ish Speakeasy
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 1939 W North Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

354. • VIGO Coffee 20

     • Low-Key Mexican Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2800 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

355. • Piece Brewery & Pizzeria 20

     • Delicious New Haven-Style Brewpub
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     
     

     ---

     • 1927 W North Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

356. • Katy's Dumplings 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 665 N Cass Ave, Westmont, IL | Westmont

357. • Cafe Mustache 20

     • Funky Coffee Shop/Bar
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 2313 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

358. • The Office 20

     • Rare-Spirit Focused Speakeasy
     
     

     1. Midwest Living
        Best of the Midwest

     2. The Infatuation
        The Best Cocktail Bars In Chicago

     3. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 955 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

359. • FROTH 20

     • Complex Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1515 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

360. • Zazas Pizzeria 20

     • Artisan NY-Style Pizzeria
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     
     

     ---

     • 3037 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

361. • Backlot Coffee 20

     • Stylish Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. Time Out
        The 40 best coffee shops in Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 3982 N Avondale Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

362. • Deere Park 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 200 Green Bay Rd, Highwood, IL | Highwood

363. • The Drifter 20

     • Cozy Speakeasy
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 676 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

364. • Chef Ping 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1755 Algonquin Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL | Rolling Meadows

365. • Cafe 53 20

     • Laid-Back Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 1369 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

366. • George's Deep Dish 20

     • Awesome Chicago-Style Pizza Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     
     

     ---

     • 6221 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

367. • Bayan Ko Diner 20

     • Vibrant Filipino/Cuban Diner
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        Chicago’s Best New Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 1820 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

368. • Phil's Pizza 20

     • Cash-Only Tavern-Style Pizza Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     
     

     ---

     • 1102 W 35th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website

369. • Two Zero Three Coffee Bar 20

     • Newstand-Inspired Coffee Shop
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes In Chicago

     
     

     ---

     • 203 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website

370. • Blind Barber 20

     • Dim Speakeasy
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 948 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

371. • The Gatsby 20

     • Secret Speakeasy
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 738 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website

372. • Watershed 20

     • Retro Speakeasy
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 601 N State St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

373. • Novel Pizza Cafe 20

     • Creative Midwest/Filipino/Mexican Pizza Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     
     

     ---

     • 1759 W 19th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

374. • Potter's Lounge 20

     • Old Fashioned Chicago Speakeasy
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars

     
     

     ---

     • 17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website

375. • Casa Madai 20

     • Fun Japanese/Mexican Omakase
     
     

     1. The Infatuation
        Chicago’s Best New Restaurants

     
     

     ---

     • 2023 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

376. • Bonci 20

     • Artisanal Roman-Style Pizza Shop
     
     

     1. Eater
        Chicago’s Best Pizza

     
     

     ---

     • 161 N Sangamon St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
     • Website
     • Instagram

377. • Psistaria Greek Taverna 20

     
     

     1. Eater
        The Best Places to Eat in Suburban Chicago

     
     

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     • 4711 W Touhy Ave, Lincolnwood, IL | Lincolnwood

378. • Kaufman’s 20

     
     

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     • 4905 W Dempster St, Skokie, IL | Morton Grove

379. • Autre Monde Cafe & Spirits 20

     
     

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     • 6727 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL | Berwyn

380. • Sip & Savor 20

     • Warm Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 5301 S Hyde Park Blvd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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381. • Star Lounge 20

     • Multi-Level Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 2521 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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382. • Bueno Days 20

     • Unique Mexican Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 2901 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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383. • AndySunflower Café 20

     • Kind Cafe/Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 9920 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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384. • Sip of Hope Coffee 20

     • Cause-Focused Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 3039 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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385. • Prequel 20

     • Quality Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 1957 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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386. • Four Letter Word 20

     • Tiny Turkish Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 3022 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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387. • Three Top Lounge 20

     • Rooftop Cocktail Bar
     
     

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     • 1357 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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388. • Metropolis Coffee Company 20

     • Neighborhood Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 1039 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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389. • Ipsento Coffee 20

     • Beloved Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 1813 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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390. • Sharpies 20

     • Space-Themed Detroit-Style Pizza Shop
     
     

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     • 1721 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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391. • Perkolator 20

     • Eclectic Community Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 6032 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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392. • Colectivo Coffee 20

     • Sprawling Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 2530 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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393. • First Sip Cafe 20

     • Great Vietnamese Coffee Shop
     
     

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     • 1057 W Argyle St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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394. • Carnitas Uruapan Restaurant 18

     • Distinct Mexican (Michoacan-Style) Carnitas Shop
     
     

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     • 1725 W 18th St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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395. • Redhot Ranch 18

     • Famed Chicago-Style Burger Shop
     
     

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     • 2449 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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396. • Harold's Chicken Shack 18

     • Hot Fried Chicken Shop
     
     

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     • 12700 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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397. • Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen 18

     • Iconic Jewish Deli
     
     

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     • 1141 S Jefferson St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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398. • Hermosa 18

     • Creative Cambodian Neighborhood Sandwich Shop/Dinner Tasting
     
     

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     • 4356 W Armitage Ave, Unit B, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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399. • Lilac Tiger 18

     • Intimate South Asian Street Food Cocktail Restaurant
     
     

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     • 1742 W Division St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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400. • Bronzeville Winery 18

     • Vibrant Wine Restaurant
     
     

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     • 4420 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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401. • Smoque BBQ 18

     • Passionate BBQ Shop
     
     

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     • 3800 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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402. • Boeufhaus 18

     • Old-World Steakhouse
     
     

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     • 1012 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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403. • Birrieria Zaragoza 18

     • Amazing Mexican Birrieria
     
     

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     • 4800 N Broadway, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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404. • Cafe Central 18

     • Delicious Puerto Rican Cafe
     
     

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     • 1437 W Chicago Ave, Unit 1, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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405. • Bar Sótano 18

     • Modern Mexican Gastrobar
     
     

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     • 443 N Clark St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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406. • Beard & Belly 18

     • Delicious Burger Shop
     
     

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     • 6157 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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407. • Soul & Smoke 18

     • Bold Chicago BBQ Shop
     
     

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     • 3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL | Chicago
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