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1. DMK Burger Bar

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

BYOB barbecue joint with a gourmet twist in Logan Square

4. Melanthios Greek Char House

All-natural southern Greek fare in Lakeview

5. Ed & Joe's Restaurant and Pizzeria

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.)

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

Spanish eatery and lounge in the West Loop

9. Sushi Taiyo

Sushi and contemporary Asian fare in River North from the folks behind Rise and Shine Morida

10. Tufano's Vernon Park Tap

Family-run Italian spot at the eastern edge of Little Italy with a 60-plus year history

11. Taxim

Authentic Greek fare far from Greektown

12. Grand Lux Cafe

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

Loungy Japanese eatery with a global twist in Logan Square

14. Sabor Saveur

French-Mexican fare in an intimate setting on busy Division Street

15. Tango Sur

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

Contemporary American fare in a Euro-inspired setting, in Old Town

18. Hearty

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

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

Lakeview BYOB specializing in Mexican small plates

24. Viet Bistro

The family who ran upscale Pasteur are behind this spot.

25. Monthly wine tasting 1

Sample four Italian vintages, plus pizza, Italian cheese, roasted peppers, polenta fries and other appetizers. Take home a featured bottle of wine for $10.