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...
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago: January 2025
The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month, in order of heat
Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas for Food-Lovers
From dining passes to local books, we have ideas for Chicago foodies.
Culture Crossing
At Mirra, Zubair Mohajir and Rishi Kumar find the culinary intersection of Mexico and India.
Top Prospect
At Oliver’s, chef Alex Carnovale shows great potential, but spotty dishes and service hold the...
How to Make Billy Zureikat’s Malört Cookies
The chocolate-grapefruit cookie is topped with a liqueur glaze — and it won't make you...
Five Dining Trends That Were Everywhere This Year
From croissants to half-chickens, these are the things our critic kept seeing.
This Month’s Obsession: Tonkatsu at Torizen
If you sit at the counter at Torizen, a Japanese restaurant in Schaumburg that serves...
Joe Flamm’s il Carciofo Opens Next Week in the West Loop
The chef talks about his approach to Roman cuisine at the new restaurant.
Chris Jung’s Whipped Ricotta With Griddle Bread
As you plan your holiday gathering, take note: The snack spread is where parties are...
Midwest Munchies
Funeral Potatoes ditches delivery to take over the Moonflower kitchen.