51 Dining Secrets
From snagging a top table to ordering from underground takeout spots, here’s everything you need to know to become a savvier diner.
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Build Your Own Meat Treat
At Lardon, Logan Square’s new all-day café, Chris Thompson puts Midwestern twists on traditional European cured meats. The build-your-own charcuterie and cheese board is the star. Here’s what to order.
Bring on the Funk
A weekend-only natural wine shop and bar in Pilsen is the city’s hottest destination for vino.
Hopleaf’s Belgian-Style Mussels in Beer
The Andersonville pub's signature dish is anything but fussy.
A New Go-To for Dinner & Groceries
Lincoln Park’s Dom’s Kitchen & Market aims to be all things to all foodies. How does it stack up?
How to Make Yuta Katsuyama’s Negi Miso Onigiri
The chef at virtual restaurant Onigiri Shuttle Kororin shares how to make the snack with umami-packed oomph.
The Arrival of Plant-Based Junk Food
Deliciously sloppy burgers and more are totally vegan at Plant-Based Junkie in Calumet Heights.
Next-Gen Jamaican in Noble Square
The Lee brothers serve twists on rasta pasta and other family recipes at their new restaurant.
Meet Four Balkan Food Newcomers
The cuisine of this European region, which spans from Slovenia to Greece, is trending in the city.
This Hot Pot Restaurant Is Pure Gold
Qiao Lin Hotpot in East Pilsen has plenty to keep you entertained — including striking presentations.