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1. DMK Burger Bar
2954 N. Sheffield Ave. - Chicago (Lakeview)
Chef-driven burgers from MK's Michael Kornick
2. 5 things we love about DMK 1
This Lakeview newcomer is serving more than just good burgers
3. Brand BBQ Market
2824 W. Armitage Ave. - Chicago (Logan Square)
BYOB barbecue joint with a gourmet twist in Logan Square
4. Melanthios Greek Char House
3116 N. Broadway - Chicago (Lakeview East)
All-natural southern Greek fare in Lakeview
5. Ed & Joe's Restaurant and Pizzeria
17332 South Oak Park Ave. - Tinley Park
It may be best known for its thin crust pizza and secret sauce, but this restaurant and lounge bar also boasts an array of Italian dishes, such as pasta and calamari, plus rotating drink specials. The lounge hosts open mic nights, live music and trivia competitions on occasion.
6. Wine tasting 6-10 p.m., live acoustic music (8:30 p.m.)
The Melting Pot - 609 N. Dearborn St. - Chicago (River North)Includes two tastings each of red and white wines.
7. Thanksgiving restaurants in Chicago
Make reservations for Thanksgiving dinner at these open restaurants
8. Pasha
802 W. Randolph St. - Chicago (West Loop)
Spanish eatery and lounge in the West Loop
9. Sushi Taiyo
58 E. Ontario St. - Chicago (River North)
Sushi and contemporary Asian fare in River North from the folks behind Rise and Shine Morida
10. Tufano's Vernon Park Tap
1073 W. Vernon Park Pl. - Chicago (Little Italy/University Village)
Family-run Italian spot at the eastern edge of Little Italy with a 60-plus year history
11. Taxim
1558 N. Milwaukee Ave. - Chicago (Bucktown/Wicker Park)
Authentic Greek fare far from Greektown
12. Grand Lux Cafe
600 N. Michigan Ave. - Chicago (River North)
At this Cheesecake Factory spin-off, the menu is global, featuring pasta, seafood, steaks and oven-baked pizzas. Lunch features several entree-size salads, sandwiches and burgers. Not surprisingly, cheesecake is the signature dessert.
13. Katakana and Koko Sushi Bar
2829 W. Armitage Ave. - Chicago (Logan Square)
Loungy Japanese eatery with a global twist in Logan Square
14. Sabor Saveur
2013 W. Division St. - Chicago (East Village / Ukrainian Village)
French-Mexican fare in an intimate setting on busy Division Street
15. Tango Sur
3763 N. Southport Ave. - Chicago (Lakeview)
This storefront BYOB restaurant is a meat lover's dream
16. Brand BBQ Market 1
By M. Kathleen Pratt - November 11, 2009
Logan Square's new barbecue joint is ready to make its mark
17. 33 Club
1419 N. Wells St. - Chicago (Old Town)
Contemporary American fare in a Euro-inspired setting, in Old Town
18. Hearty
3819 N. Broadway - Chicago
Dan Smith's and Steve McDonagh's (a.k.a. the Hearty Boys) Boystown spot for updated takes on comfort food classics
19. Gemini Bistro
2075 N. Lincoln Ave. - Chicago (Lincoln Park)
Upscale neighborhood bistro in Lincoln Park
20. First Look: Folklore
By M. Kathleen Pratt - October 26, 2009
This new Argentine steakhouse is up for a huge night out. Are you?
21. Thanksgiving hotel dining
By Heidi Moore - October 30, 2009
Start a new Turkey Day tradition at one of these hotel restaurants
22. First Look: Belly Shack 1
By M. Kathleen Pratt - October 15, 2009
Bill Kim’s Latin-Asian follow-up to Urban Belly is truly one-of-a-kind
23. Chilam Balam
3023 N. Broadway - Chicago
Lakeview BYOB specializing in Mexican small plates
24. Viet Bistro
1346 W. Devon Ave. - Chicago (Edgewater)
The family who ran upscale Pasteur are behind this spot.
25. Monthly wine tasting 1
Quartino - 626 N. State St. - Chicago (River North)Sample four Italian vintages, plus pizza, Italian cheese, roasted peppers, polenta fries and other appetizers. Take home a featured bottle of wine for $10.


