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Windy City Smokeout
July 8 – 12, 2026 United Center parking lot Country music, barbecue, and craft beer — it’s hard to think of a better way to…
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Chicago food & drink
Get a taste of the country’s top restaurant city.
Food & drink
Michelin guide to Chicago: Michelin star & Bib Gourmand restaurants
This year’s Michelin Guide confirms Chicago’s status as a dining mecca. The prestigious guide has awarded 21 Chicago restaurants with Michelin star honors. The list…
Food & drink, Nightlife
Chicago’s retro speakeasies and bars
Chicago’s nightlife scene has a long and fascinating history, from sultry clubs frequented by blues legends to Prohibition-era speakeasies with some notorious clientele. Check out…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Chicago’s James Beard Award winners
Chicago is proud to be home to over 50 James Beard Awards winners, honoring the very best of Chicago’s acclaimed dining scene. Throughout the years,…
Food & drink, Nightlife
Toast to Chicago’s best cocktail bars
From the first pour to final toast, the top Chicago cocktail bars deliver a masterclass in mood and mixology. At these must-visit spots, the handcrafted…
Food & drink
Chicago rooftop bars and restaurants
These Chicago rooftop bars and restaurants boast delicious menus, refreshing cocktails, and (most importantly) stunning views of the city’s skyline, waterfronts, and beyond. Best of…
Food & drink
Vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Chicago for a meat-free meal
When it comes to dining out, vegetarians are often left with limited options. But not in Chicago. The city has always been known for its…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Chicago Gourmet
Harris Theater Rooftop • Millennium Park Welcome to Chicago Gourmet, one of the country’s most distinguished food festivals. Each year, Chicago Gourmet celebrates the city’s…
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What to eat in Chicago: 20+ must-try dishes
Chicago has earned a reputation as one of our nation’s top culinary capitals. And, no wonder — food is an integral part of our city’s…
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Outdoor dining: Chicago restaurants with great patios
There’s nothing like summertime in the city, when Chicago is overflowing with outdoor dining options. Looking for a secluded garden covered in romantic string lights?…
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Restaurants in Chicago’s West Loop
Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood is known for many things — being the location of the iconic United Center (home of the Chicago Blackhawks and Chicago…
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Waterfront restaurants on the lake in Chicago
Chicago is known for its famous skyline and urban neighborhoods, but it’s also right next to one of the largest lakes in the country. That…
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