1. Muhājir and Bobo
WHAT: Zubair Mohajir just keeps growing his empire.
WHY: The latest is a twofer: Muhājir, which explores the cuisine of the Spice Route, and Bobo, a Filipino cocktail spot.
WHERE: 2630 N. Clark St., Lincoln Park Website
2. Drama Club
WHAT: An agave bar from the Scofflaw team.
WHY: A dramatic interior, plus $6 baby margs.
WHERE: 819 N. California Ave., Humboldt Park Website
3. Arla
WHAT: The intersection of Japanese and Mediterranean fare, courtesy of the Adalina team.
WHY: You’re going for the food, but also the striking skyline views from the sixth floor.
WHERE: 15 E. Oak St., Gold Coast Website
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4. Motel Bar
WHAT: Under new owners, the longtime staple now is a Wisconsin-inspired supper club.
WHY: No need to cross the Cheddar Curtain for walleye and a brandy old-fashioned.
WHERE: 600 W. Chicago Ave., Goose Island Website
5. The Bull Moose
WHAT: The second phase of the Beaumont’s reimagining is this upstairs steakhouse.
WHY: With two fireplaces and big booths, snag a res now for a cozy fall dinner.
WHERE: 2020 N. Halsted St., Lincoln Park Website
6. Yunomi
WHAT: An arty bar at Stony Island Arts Bank from Theaster Gates and Heiji Choy Black.
WHY: Sample the artist-designed cocktails, or head to sister concept Han Cha for high tea.
WHERE: 6760 S. Stony Island Ave., Grand Crossing Website
7. Café Pisolino
WHAT: Italian Village keeps expanding.
WHY: The latest concept: a ground-floor espresso counter.
WHERE: 71 W. Monroe St., Loop Website
8. Garuda
WHAT: A new entrant into the city’s growing Indonesian food scene.
WHY: Sample street snacks like crispy fried duck with sambal or the classic beef rendang.
WHERE: 1046½ W. Argyle St., Uptown Website
9. Craft & Carvery
WHAT: Yanni Sanchez’s Italian-leaning Time Out Market stall lands in Wicker Park.
WHY: The menu offers the two essential food groups: sandwiches and pizza.
WHERE: 2101 W. North Ave., Wicker Park Website
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10. Apothecary Cocktail Lounge
WHAT: A drinking den that taps ingredients with medicinal properties.
WHY: A tequila-Aperol number with ginger and turmeric might be the cure for what ails you.
WHERE: 3242 N. Clark St., Lake View Website