Dinner and a Show
Ummo, the splashy new opening from the group behind Tzuco, is as much about the scene as the food.
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Chicago Gets Its Second Three-Star Michelin Restaurant
The biggest prize of the evening went to Smyth, the West Loop tasting menu spot. It joins only 12 other U.S. restaurants with this highest distinction.
High Steaks
Smoque Steak bets big on techy sous vide, but where the restaurant shines is with its old-fashioned hospitality.
The Case for Whole Foods Pizza
Our dining critic has a confession.
The Best Pizza in Town
Homegrown styles have evolved thanks to a new crop of chefs putting their twist on pan, deep dish, and tavern. Here are our 25 favorite pizza joints, ranked.
Fine Dining for the People: Real Prices for Real Chicagoans
Our dining critic explores the affordable fine dining trend, makes a few lunch stops, and finds a great Indian catering option.
This Month’s Obsession: Aushak at Helmand
When I was growing up in Washington, D.C., my family often dined at the Afghan restaurant Khyber Pass, where we fell hard for aushak. Each of us got our own...
Make a Spicy-Sweet Autumnal Starter from Lula Cafe
In 2020, Lula Cafe chef-owner Jason Hammel did what he could with pivots to keep his business afloat. But he also accomplished something he’d been wanting to do his entire...
Thai Joy Ride
Tuk Tuk Thai Isan Street Food takes diners on a vibrant journey through the funky, spicy cuisine of northeast Thailand.
Is Daisies Worth a Perennial Spot in Our Dining Rotation?
In his new column, our dining critic stops by Daisies, explores the changing Chinatown, and weighs in on the Warlord divide.