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...
Mirra’s Roti Quesadilla
Consider the roti quesadilla, a griddled flatbread stuffed with cheesy mushrooms and topped with lush...
Ambar Brings Balkan Flavors to River North
The Washington, D.C. import offers an all-you-can-eat menu.
Classics Elevated
Gus’ Sip & Dip delivers updated cocktail faves and a fab ham sandwich.
Roman Holiday
At Il Carciofo, Joe Flamm’s exploration of the Eternal City’s cuisine makes for a glam...
Tasting Menus Are Getting Shorter and More Affordable
Also: A whiskey pour pricing discrepancy and a favorite cocktail gets canned.
Proxi Gets a Clearer Description
The restaurant tapped Jennifer Kim to help focus the menu on Southeast Asia.
Great Lakes Tinned Fish
Like many people these days, I’m obsessed with tinned fish. A peek into my pantry...
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago: April 2025
The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat
JT’s Steak and Potato Sandwich
Make some of the components ahead of time for this great handheld meal.
Mexican Spirit
For his new cocktail bar, Cantina Rosa, Erick Williams looks farther south for inspiration.