Zubair Mohajir’s Latest Is a Thrilling Asian Tour
At Muhājir, the flavor-migration theme doesn’t quite gel, but the food sings.
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The Great Soft Serve Taste Test
Our dining critic loves the stuff — and finds that the most low-brow is the...
Queen Mary Tavern’s Enzoni is Our Favorite Taste of Fall
The local version on the modern classic cocktail uses muddled Concord grapes to capture the...
Hallyu Meets Halal
Local Korean restaurants have started offering dishes that cater to Muslim diners.
Ep. 11: New Twists on Old Fashioneds
Plus, John discusses his review of the flashy new steakhouse in town, the Alston.
Ramova Grill’s Chili
Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste caramelized to a deep brick red give this chili massive...
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago: October 2025
The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat
Ithaki Estiatorio Brings Fresh Energy to Greektown
The new restaurant opened in the storied Parthenon space.
Fleeting Flavors
The funnest places to eat these days? Pop-up restaurants. Here are four of our favorites.
The Best Time to Eat in Chicago? Right Now.
Mid-September hits the sweet spot between late-summer produce and early fall ingredients. Here’s where to...
Living Large
The Alston is big, opulent fun. But the city’s glitziest new steakhouse still needs a...
Ep. 10: Where We Eat in Bucktown
We're headed to John's neighborhood to find where he grabs a drink, a burger, Thai...
All-Day Cafe Buttercup Brings Amaro and Coffee to the South Loop
The new spot, owned by Israel Idonije, taps the expertise of Oliver’s chef and beverage...