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GT Prime, River North’s awe-inspiring new steakhouse that’s not really a steakhouse

May 25, 2019 at 1:37 p.m.

"It's tough reinventing the steakhouse because people expect giant $100 potatoes stuffed with truffles and caviar. But at the end of the day, it's still a potato." —Giuseppe Tentori Review:...

Here’s what to order at Pakistani newcomer Meerath Kabab House Chicago

June 12, 2018 at 4:30 a.m.

Move over, chicken tikka, you've been replaced. Worth the trip: Chicken balochi tikka ($14.99) and paratha (99 cents) at Meerath Kabab House Chicago2657 W. Devon Ave. 773-274-9430 If you've ever...

Pleasant House Pub takes Pilsen with flaky pies, beer and trippy bathrooms

May 25, 2019 at 1:37 p.m.

Royal pies are back and flakier than ever. Mini-review: Pleasant House Pub2119 S. Halsted St. 773-523-7437Rating: !! 1/2 (out of four) Take it or leave it>>Read more about our ratings...

Pristine plates meet divey vibes at West Loop newcomer The Loyalist

May 25, 2019 at 1:36 p.m.

West Loop, we found your new favorite burger and undeniably cool bar feels. Review: The Loyalist177 N. Ada St. 773-913-3774Rating: !! (Out of four) Give it some time>>Read more about...

You’re not above $1 sushi at Lawrence Fish Market in Albany Park

June 14, 2018 at 4:56 p.m.

Lawrence Fish Market is a budget-friendly sushi haven. Yes, we said budget-friendly sushi. The Essentials: Lawrence Fish Market3914 W. Lawrence Ave. 773-267-6838 Looks like: A Korean dry cleaners from the...

SmallFry’s Cooler Ranch-dusted fries are worth your time, not your manners

May 25, 2019 at 1:36 p.m.

French fries get the Cool Ranch treatment in Logan Square—and we might just snort the stuff. Worth the trip: Cooler Ranch French fries ($3) at SmallFry2489 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-661-1365...

Giant is a massive hit in Logan Square

May 25, 2019 at 1:36 p.m.

A small space with giant taste, this Logan Square newcomer is heating up. Review: Giant3209 W. Armitage Ave. 773-252-0997Rating: !!! (out of four) Off to a good start>>Read more about...

Ema’s taste of the Mediterranean in River North is bursting with potential

June 10, 2018 at 8:22 a.m.

Chef C.J. Jacobson's Mediterranean-inspired small plates are here to cool you down all summer long. Review: Ema74 W. Illinois St. 312-527-5586Rating: !! 1/2 (out of four) Take it or leave...

Get acquainted with Nepalese food and house-brewed chai at Chiya Chai Cafe

June 10, 2018 at 9:27 a.m.

One man's hunt for chai nirvana ends in Logan Square. Mini-review: Chiya Chai Cafe2770 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-360-7541Rating: !!! 1/2 (out of four) Heating up>>Read more about our ratings There...

The sausage sandwich every meat-eating Chicagoan needs to try

June 10, 2018 at 9:49 a.m.

Behold, the ultimate sausage sandwich lives in Pilsen. Worth the trip: Sausage sandwich ($8) at Andorka's Sandwich Shop 2110 S. Halsted St. 312-763-6916 "It's the eye of the tiger. It's...

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