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Now open: New restaurants in Chicago
While this year has been a hard one for the restaurant industry, there’s still some bright spots for the local dining scene. New restaurants and…
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Chicago restaurants now open for indoor dining
Note: Chicago restaurants can currently offer limited outdoor and indoor dining, but bars and breweries that don’t serve food may only offer outdoor seating. Check…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Dining
The best Chicago picnic spots
Summer is picnic season in Chicago. While there are plenty of amazing restaurants with outdoor dining, sometimes nothing can beat an old-fashioned picnic in the…
Blog, Dining, Tours & attractions
Things to do in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood
Summer is the absolute best season to explore the Humboldt Park neighborhood. The vibrant area puts their Puerto Rican heritage on proud display, from the…
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Now open: Chicago bars and breweries with outdoor seating
It’s time to raise a glass because Chicago’s bars and breweries are reopening for outdoor seating. That means you can soak up the summer sun…
Dining
Outdoor dining in Chicago: Patios and rooftops open right now
Patio season officially begins this week in Chicago. Restaurants all around the city are opening up their rooftops, gardens, and patios for diners to enjoy.…
Dining
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Chicago with takeout specials, margarita kits & more
Cinco de Mayo in Chicago might look a little different this year, but there’s no reason we can’t still celebrate at home. The city’s restaurants…
Dining
Chicago chefs share favorite recipes & cocktails to make at home
Chicago’s culinary scene is known for being as diverse as the city itself. On any given night, you can dine at a New Orleans-style tavern,…
Dining
Where to get Easter & Passover meals to go in Chicago
This year, we could all use a little time to relax, be with family (whether in person or virtual), and enjoy a delicious meal. And…
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The City Winery domes are back on the Chicago Riverwalk
The City of Chicago and the State of Illinois have placed restrictions on many events and businesses to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We strongly…
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Food events in Chicago this March
The City of Chicago and the State of Illinois have placed restrictions on many events and businesses to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We strongly…
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Explore Chicago’s North Shore
Chicago’s North Shore is the perfect base for a trip to Chicago. Bordering the city along the shores of Lake Michigan, the North Shore is…
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24 hours in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood
As its name suggests, Chicago’s Gold Coast has an illustrious history. In the late 1800s, Potter Palmer, one of Chicago’s wealthiest businessmen, built his mansion…
Dining, Holidays
30+ romantic spots for Valentine’s Day dinner in Chicago
The biggest date night of the year is coming, and anybody who’s trying to leave the house that night should do their homework. We’ve picked…
Blog, Dining
10 neighborhood favorites to try during Chicago Restaurant Week
The holidays may be over but Chicago still has plenty to celebrate. This month marks the beginning of Chicago Restaurant Week, the most underrated holiday…
Dining, Special events
9 award-winning spots not to miss during Chicago Restaurant Week
Want to get a taste of Chicago’s top dining experiences without breaking the bank? Chicago Restaurant Week is the perfect excuse to start checking off…
Dining, Special events
Where to eat New Year’s Eve dinner in Chicago
Ring in the New Year in true Chicago style — with an unforgettable meal. The city’s acclaimed culinary scene pulls out all the stops for…
Dining, Special events
9 new restaurants to try during Chicago Restaurant Week
In Chicago, there’s no better time to experience the city’s acclaimed dining scene than Chicago Restaurant Week. This year’s edition of the annual foodie fest…
Dining
Chicago restaurants for a festive holiday dinner
If you’re not planning to stay home for the holidays, this is the perfect time to experience Chicago’s award-winning dining scene. Our restaurants go all…
Blog, Dining
Take a look inside the new Time Out Market Chicago
One of the most anticipated openings of the year — Time Out Market Chicago — is now open in the West Loop. The new food…
Dining
Hot chocolate spots to warm up a Chicago winter
The best way to stay warm during a Chicago winter? Lots of hot chocolate. It’s the perfect pit stop during a day of exploring the…
Dining, Festivals, Free & cheap, Special events
What to eat, drink, and do at Christkindlmarket Chicago
Christkindlmarket has been a holiday tradition in Chicago since 1996. Modeled after the 16th-century holiday markets in Germany, the annual Christmas bazaar in Daley Plaza…
Dining, Special events
Where to eat Thanksgiving dinner in Chicago
Thanksgiving is supposed to be about food and family. But between all the cooking and cleaning, the family part tends to fall by the wayside.…
Dining
Chicago’s newest Michelin Guide restaurants
Every year, Michelin releases their famed city guides that rate the best restaurants in top dining destinations around the world. And this year’s guide only…
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