Lisa Shames 2020-01-22 00:30:40
From celebrity chef-run spots to fancy food halls, these new Chicago restaurants bring the culinary creativity. One of Chicago’s hippest hotels, The Hoxton is home to restaurants by two of the city’s most beloved chefs: Peruvian fare at celebrity chef Stephanie Izard’s rooftop Cabra and Mediterranean-leaning favorites at Cira from Chris Pandel. West Town’s Jeong offers modern Korean cuisine in its seven-course tasting menu and à la carte dishes that are sure to surprise and delight in an elegant setting. With terrific bar food and craft cocktails to match, the West Loop’s Recess caters to those looking for a perfectly crafted burger paired with an aperol spritz. River North’s Barton G. The Restaurant appeals to all of the senses by pairing New American cuisine with larger-than-life presentations, creating a truly unforgettable dining experience. Regional Indian flavors and modern culinary techniques play together deliciously at the West Loop’s ROOH Chicago, with dishes ranging from tandoori smoked pork belly and traditional butter chicken to beef short rib curry. Located adjacent to the stunning LondonHouse Chicago hotel in the Loop, Ocean Prime offers pristine steaks and seafood, along with an award-winning wine list and creative cocktails. Dive into the omakase scene at Mako in the West Loop, helmed by premier sushi chef B.K. Park. The 22-seat Japanese restaurant offers a single omakase menu with up to 25 courses that change with the seasons. Chef Erick Williams takes a multicultural approach to Southern cuisine at Virtue in Hyde Park. Virtue was the only Chicago establishment included in Eater’s 2019 list of the Best New Restaurants in America. East Coast import The Smith is a welcoming River North brasserie offering impeccably crafted seasonal fare (including a raw bar known for its fresh oysters), a lively atmosphere, and friendly service. From superstar partners Robert De Niro and chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Nobu Hotel Chicago is a contemporary oasis planned for the heart of the West Loop. On the ground floor, Nobu will feature creative Japanese fare, including Matsuhisa’s famed black cod. James Beard Award-winning chef Zachary Engel takes a seasonal approach to Israeli cuisine at Lincoln Park’s Galit, which offers a look into the culinary action via a lovely open kitchen. RPM on the Water is a dramatic multilevel seafood restaurant with sweeping views of the Chicago River. The River North spot features fresh catches from around the world, including king crab and a variety of lobsters. Wherewithall is a casual New American spot by James Beard Award-winning couple Beverly Kim and Johnny Clark, owners of the Michelin-starred Parachute just down the street in Avondale. Wherewithall’s prix fixe menu changes with the seasons and the chefs’ whims. Some of the city’s favorite chefs, including Bill Kim (urbanbelly) and Jimmy Bannos Jr. (The Purple Pig), are part of Time Out Market Chicago’s uber-stylish, three-story West Loop food hall. Chicago’s Pullman neighborhood gets a taste of the food hall craze with One Eleven Food Hall, which features vegan soul food, finger-licking barbecue, and decadent desserts under one roof. The four-level Starbucks Reserve Roastery, the world’s largest Starbucks, has opened on The Magnificent Mile. At the experiential store, customers can sample rare, small-batch Reserve coffees and see how the beans are roasted, brewed, and packaged. In addition to Reserve drinks, Starbucks offers artisan goods from its in-house bakery, Princi.
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