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JUST OPENED
Nella Pizzeria Napoletana
How authentic is this Neapolitan pizza spot in Lincoln Park? They've brought in 12,000 pounds of volcanic brick from Mt. Vesuvius to build the oven, for starters.
Bakin' & Eggs
The folks behind Lovely have rolled out breakfast, lunch and brunch in Lakeview.
Conoce mi Panama
Get a handle on Panamanian cuisine at this new Logan Square BYOB.
RB Grille
This more refined, steak-focused cousin to River North's Rock Bottom Brewery has opened in the brewery building, adjacent to the more casual bar. The beer's the same, but the look and menu are all new.
Sprout
After a couple of starts and stops in its first month, this Lincoln Park bistro has relaunched with local "Top Chef" contestant Dale Levitski (Season 3 runner-up, pictured) offering a $60 prix-fixe menu.
Hana Restaurant
The menu at this casual new Rogers Park spot focuses on sushi and Japanese standards.
Devil Dawgs
DePaul students just got another late-night hot dog option, this one serving Coney dogs and more till 3 a.m. on weekends.
Delightful Pastries
Well-loved Jeff Park bakery Delightful Pastries has expanded to Old Town with a spiffed up menu and more substantial cafe fare.
DMK Burger Bar
MK's Michael Kornick is behind this Lakeview spot, which specializes in "chef-driven burgers" and shakes. Take a photo tour.
Melanthios Greek Char House
Wood-roasted meats and more authentic eats from southern Greece make up the menu at this Lakeview spot.
The Cupcake Gallery
More cupcakes! (This time, they're in Uptown.)
Hearty
The Hearty Boys, Dan Smith and Steve McDonagh, have converted their Boystown studio space into a full-fledged restaurant where they're serving modern interpretations of comfort food classics.
Duck Walk
DePaul students are intended audience for this second location of Lakeview Thai BYOB Duck Walk.
Katakana and Koko Sushi Bar
This spacious sushi bar has landed in Logan Square (and added Japanese fare) after stints in a couple of different locations around town.
Lokal
Bucktown's newest restaurant and late-night lounge is giving Eastern European staples an American twist.
Decolores
Local artwork adds a vibrant edge to this new Pilsen spot specializing in homestyle Mexican fare.
Sushi Taiyo
The folks behind Rise and Shine are pushing the same sushi and contemporary Asian formula at this River North spot.
Brand BBQ Market
This Logan Square barbecue spot ups the ante with gourmet fare such as pulled duck and pork belly confit, plus seven kinds of sauce. Take a photo tour.
Sweet Station
Chinatown's latest offers a wide-ranging menu and late-night hours.
Big & Little's
A former "Hell's Kitchen" contestant is behind this carryout-focused Near North seafood spot.
Friendship on the Lake
A spinoff off Logan Square's Friendship Restaurant, this spot near the Columbia Yacht Club is only doing carryout and delivery during the winter. Come summer, there'll be al fresco seating for nearlly 100.
Pasha
Remember Pasha in River North before Manor moved in? It's been resurrected in the West Loop, this time as a Spanish restaurant and lounge featuring Latin band the Bandaleros.
The Fifth
Jon Young's fifth restaurant (get it?), located adjacent to his Kitsch’n River North, offers new American fare in a chic, minimalist space. Take a photo tour.
The Atrium Wine Bar at Fox & Obel
Euro-inspired fare and wine are the focus at this spot tucked inside Fox & Obel Market.
Aja
The space is familiar but the menu's new at the former Ajasteak, now without the steak.
Crepe Crave
The first of a few crepe-loving places set to open this fall is a casual Bucktown BYOB that also specializes in gelato.
Belly Shack
Asian and Latin flavors come together at this casual Logan Square BYOB from the Urban Belly crew. Take a photo tour or read our First Look.
Sabor Saveur
French-Mex fusion is the name of the game at this new Division Street spot.
LM Le Restaurant
The former Tallulah space in Lincoln Square has completed its transition into this new contemporary French spot.
Fame da Lupo
Uptown's newest BYOB is all about pizza and affordable Italian. Take a photo tour.
La Farine
Commercial success led to a retail shop in West Town for this traditional French bakery.
Crepe Town
Lakeview's got a cute new creperie.
Brasa Roja
Albany Park's foremost spot for charcoal-grilled chicken has spun off an Irving Park sibling.
Mediterranean Grill
Lincoln Square's newest quick-serve specializes in Middle Eastern/Mediterranean sandwiches, kabobs and the like.
JUST OPENED
Nella Pizzeria Napoletana
How authentic is this Neapolitan pizza spot in Lincoln Park? They've brought in 12,000 pounds of volcanic brick from Mt. Vesuvius to build the oven, for starters.
Bakin' & Eggs
The folks behind Lovely have rolled out breakfast, lunch and brunch in Lakeview.
Conoce mi Panama
Get a handle on Panamanian cuisine at this new Logan Square BYOB.
RB Grille
This more refined, steak-focused cousin to River North's Rock Bottom Brewery has opened in the brewery building, adjacent to the more casual bar. The beer's the same, but the look and menu are all new.
Sprout
After a couple of starts and stops in its first month, this Lincoln Park bistro has relaunched with local "Top Chef" contestant Dale Levitski (Season 3 runner-up, pictured) offering a $60 prix-fixe menu.
Hana Restaurant
The menu at this casual new Rogers Park spot focuses on sushi and Japanese standards.
Devil Dawgs
DePaul students just got another late-night hot dog option, this one serving Coney dogs and more till 3 a.m. on weekends.
Delightful Pastries
Well-loved Jeff Park bakery Delightful Pastries has expanded to Old Town with a spiffed up menu and more substantial cafe fare.
DMK Burger Bar
MK's Michael Kornick is behind this Lakeview spot, which specializes in "chef-driven burgers" and shakes. Take a photo tour.
Melanthios Greek Char House
Wood-roasted meats and more authentic eats from southern Greece make up the menu at this Lakeview spot.
The Cupcake Gallery
More cupcakes! (This time, they're in Uptown.)
Hearty
The Hearty Boys, Dan Smith and Steve McDonagh, have converted their Boystown studio space into a full-fledged restaurant where they're serving modern interpretations of comfort food classics.
Duck Walk
DePaul students are intended audience for this second location of Lakeview Thai BYOB Duck Walk.
Katakana and Koko Sushi Bar
This spacious sushi bar has landed in Logan Square (and added Japanese fare) after stints in a couple of different locations around town.
Lokal
Bucktown's newest restaurant and late-night lounge is giving Eastern European staples an American twist.
Decolores
Local artwork adds a vibrant edge to this new Pilsen spot specializing in homestyle Mexican fare.
Sushi Taiyo
The folks behind Rise and Shine are pushing the same sushi and contemporary Asian formula at this River North spot.
Brand BBQ Market
This Logan Square barbecue spot ups the ante with gourmet fare such as pulled duck and pork belly confit, plus seven kinds of sauce. Take a photo tour.
Sweet Station
Chinatown's latest offers a wide-ranging menu and late-night hours.
Big & Little's
A former "Hell's Kitchen" contestant is behind this carryout-focused Near North seafood spot.
Friendship on the Lake
A spinoff off Logan Square's Friendship Restaurant, this spot near the Columbia Yacht Club is only doing carryout and delivery during the winter. Come summer, there'll be al fresco seating for nearlly 100.
Pasha
Remember Pasha in River North before Manor moved in? It's been resurrected in the West Loop, this time as a Spanish restaurant and lounge featuring Latin band the Bandaleros.
The Fifth
Jon Young's fifth restaurant (get it?), located adjacent to his Kitsch’n River North, offers new American fare in a chic, minimalist space. Take a photo tour.
The Atrium Wine Bar at Fox & Obel
Euro-inspired fare and wine are the focus at this spot tucked inside Fox & Obel Market.
Aja
The space is familiar but the menu's new at the former Ajasteak, now without the steak.
Crepe Crave
The first of a few crepe-loving places set to open this fall is a casual Bucktown BYOB that also specializes in gelato.
Belly Shack
Asian and Latin flavors come together at this casual Logan Square BYOB from the Urban Belly crew. Take a photo tour or read our First Look.
Sabor Saveur
French-Mex fusion is the name of the game at this new Division Street spot.
LM Le Restaurant
The former Tallulah space in Lincoln Square has completed its transition into this new contemporary French spot.
Fame da Lupo
Uptown's newest BYOB is all about pizza and affordable Italian. Take a photo tour.
La Farine
Commercial success led to a retail shop in West Town for this traditional French bakery.
Crepe Town
Lakeview's got a cute new creperie.
Brasa Roja
Albany Park's foremost spot for charcoal-grilled chicken has spun off an Irving Park sibling.
Mediterranean Grill
Lincoln Square's newest quick-serve specializes in Middle Eastern/Mediterranean sandwiches, kabobs and the like.
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