These Illinois Date-Night Restaurants Still Win Hearts In 2026
Romance is alive and well across the great state of Illinois, and the restaurant scene proves it night after night. I have always believed a truly memorable date begins with...
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Earn up to $300 in statement credits at Chicago’s hottest restaurants
Eating at great restaurants comes with benefits for Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers.
Earn up to $300 in statement credits at Chicago’s hottest restaurants
Eating at great restaurants comes with benefits for Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers.
11 of the Toughest Tables to Reserve in Chicago
Chicago has endless dining options. That’s the fun of being in a city known for its culinary talent. Creative and innovative ...
Greektown Restaurant Week Returns Sunday
Diners can enjoy special tasting menus and offers like free saganaki at 11 popular restaurants and bars in the West Loop through March 7.
14 Best Restaurants For Breakfast In Chicago
If you're looking for a great way to start your day in the Windy City, these 14 restaurants have you covered with their ...
McCormick & Schmick’s closes Chicago Loop location after lease expiration
McCormick & Schmick’s at 1 E. Wacker Drive in Chicago closed last week after its Loop lease expired, according to Landry’s Hospitality. The restaurant was the brand’s only Chicago location; the sole ...
14 Best Restaurants For Breakfast In Chicago
If you're looking for a great way to start your day in the Windy City, these 14 restaurants have you covered with their breakfast offerings.
15 Must-Try Outdoor Restaurants In Chicago, Illinois
Chicago has a way of transforming when the weather turns warm, and I always feel it the moment I sit down at a table outside. A meal in the open...
How to see Chicago in a Single day (Without Wasting a Minute)
This straightforward guide takes you through Chicago's most iconic landmarks, views, and food spots in just one day.
Top Chef-Owned Illinois Restaurants Everyone Is Booking This March And Why They’re Worth The Hype
March has a way of waking up the appetite, and in Illinois that feeling is especially strong this year. I’ve been watching reservation books fill at a pace that feels...
A new book tells the story of Chicago’s restaurants and how the city’s tastemakers shaped the dining scene
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Old St. Patrick's Church celebrates 180 years with 'Irish Week' festivities in West Loop
Chicago's St. Patrick's Day traditions reach a historic milestone this year as Old St. Patrick's Church celebrates its 180th anniversary.
Reservations now open for more than 500 Chicago Restaurant Week 2026 participants
From steakhouses to sushi, tickets will go fast for some stops in the 2026 edition of Chicago Restaurant Week, which begins Jan. 23 and runs through Feb. 8, 2026. Organizers say it is the largest iteration of the foodie fest yet.
16 Of The Coolest Illinois Restaurants Every Food Lover Should Experience
Illinois serves up way more than deep-dish pizza and hot dogs, though I’ll admit those classics still hit the spot when the craving strikes. Spend enough time eating around Illinois,...
10 Hidden Gem Illinois Restaurants Locals Love This February
February in Illinois brings a familiar chill, but it also marks the peak of comfort food season. This is when locals know exactly where to go for a warm, hearty...
The best restaurants in River North
There’s a lot going on in this neighborhood, and deciding on a restaurant can be tough. This is where you should be eating.
An Intimate, New Cocktail Hideaway Emerges in West Loop
Caché 310 is serving French-inflected cocktails in a moody, hidden lounge just steps from the Chicago River ...
Chicago restaurateurs on 2026 dining trends: Community-driven recovery, global flavors, more craft mocktails
This year, many restaurants are hoping to recover from some of the economic woes of last year, while others are expanding their space to host community events.
Solidarity against ICE is not one-size-fits-all for immigrant-owned cafes and restaurants in Chicago
Leading up to a national shutdown, many businesses took to social media to decry the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement actions, but explained they were not in a financial position to close.