- 868 N. Franklin St., Near North
Chef-partner Michael Kornick graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and worked at several top restaurants before opening MK in 1998 in a former paint ... READ MORE
Chef-partner Michael Kornick graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and worked at several top restaurants before opening MK in 1998 in a former paint ... READ MORE
The Restaurant at Conrad, located inside The Conrad Chicago Hotel, puts a contemporary, Midwestern spin on American cuisine. The Conrad is also home to the Rend... READ MORE
This Lincoln Park bistro underwent a few stops and starts out of the gates but eventually brought in former "Top Chef" contestant Dale Levitski (La Tache, Trio)... READ MORE
The restaurant and bar on the first floor of the Dana Hotel serves contemporary American fare with regional and seasonal influences, along with a raw bar. Helme... READ MORE
Batter & Berries is a breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch spot with a well-rounded menu serving waffles, sandwiches, fish 'n chips, salmon sliders and other ent... READ MORE
Located in the Gold Coast, this restaurant by Chicago Cut Steakhouse owners David Flom and Matt Moore serves up Americana-inspired dishes like Dr. Pepper barbec... READ MORE
Naha is a partnership between culinarily inclined cousins (and native Chicagoans) Carrie and Michael Nahabedian. Michael (who did stints at Green Dolphin and Ca... READ MORE
Local culinary legend Charlie Trotter calls this gourmet takeout shop "an experiment" in translating his culinary philosophy into an accessible neighborhood pla... READ MORE
It's comfort food in a sophisticated setting from restaurateur Glenn Keefer, a Ruth's Chris Steak House veteran, and partner Jimmy de Castro. Chef John Hogan's ... READ MORE
A casual neighborhood pub specializing in traditional American bar cuisine; burgers, salads and homestyle specials such as barbecued ribs and chicken. Desserts ... READ MORE
This River North mainstay features a late-night kitchen (until 3 a.m. daily) and an extensive spirits lineup. Starter favorites include escargot and fried calam... READ MORE
This eclectic contemporary American eatery and bar, sibling spot to Dunlays on the Square, serves affordable standards such as burgers, salads and pizzas. The d... READ MORE
Inside River North's Hotel Palomar, chef Heather Terhune offers American small plates (or "social plates" as they like to call them here) with an emphasis on se... READ MORE
For a unique, modern bistro-like experience without the hefty bistro prices, check out this River North restaurant run by the students of Le Cordon Bleu College... READ MORE
This casual, diner-like River North concept from the Rosebud restaurant family aims for a casual European atmosphere with comfort food that pulls together influ... READ MORE
This Lincoln Park eatery serves contemporary American cuisine in an airy dining room decorated with framed segments of works of art--including a chunk of the Mo... READ MORE
Farm-to-fork Midwestern fare takes front and center at this hotel restaurant, located inside the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile. On the menu, you’ll... READ MORE
Opened by Gemini Bistro owners Jason Paskewitz and Ryan O'Donnell, this Lincoln Park eatery cooks up flavorful American fare such as duck confit ravioli and oys... READ MORE
Located in the Tribune Tower, this street-level space measures 17,300 square feet, and has three full bars, 360 draft beer lines, two DJ booths and a private di... READ MORE
Like its namesake, Range will feature edible bounties from the heartland: free-range and grass-fed meats, cheeses and local craft beers. The seasonal menu will ... READ MORE