Amber Gibson 2021-02-03 05:14:39
EAT LIKE A LOCAL AT THESE BELOVED NEIGHBORHOOD RESTAURANTS ALL AROUND THE CITY HYDE PARK At Virtue, gumbo and gizzards served with warm Southern hospitality make guests feel right at home. Roast beef, chicken pot pie, and barbecue ribs are just a few of the fan favorites at counter service Valois Cafeteria. The Promontory offers open-hearth cooking and cocktails, along with live music showcasing local Chicago artists. AVONDALE All-day cafe Wherewithall is the second restaurant from the James Beard Award-winning couple behind Parachute. Signature fried chicken with honey-butter corn muffins are paired with yummy cocktails at Honey Butter Fried Chicken. The gourmet burgers at Kuma’s Corner are all named after heavy metal bands, accompanied by a thrashing soundtrack. CHINATOWN The biggest dim sum restaurant in Chicago, MingHin Cuisine is also one of the city’s best. Spicy noodles, chili shrimp, and Chengdu-style hot pot are among the specialties at Lao Sze Chuan. Dolo Restaurant and Bar has a full bar and outdoor patio — rare in Chinatown — along with a live seafood tank. LINCOLN PARK Begin with fresh-baked pita bread, hummus, and salatim — vibrant, vegetarian-friendly dips — at modern Israeli restaurant Galit. BOKA, a long-standing classic on Chicago’s fine dining scene, holds a Michelin star for its seasonal American fare. Locals love brunch spot Batter & Berries for its famous French toast flight and creative omelets. WEST TOWN Hearty Creole soul food, like cheesy shrimp and grits, are popular at BYOB spot Soulé Chicago. Elegant interpretations of tteokbokki, kalbi, and mochi redefine contemporary Korean food at Jeong. Expect German classics with a Southern twist, like garlicky pretzels with pimento cheese, at Funkenhausen, accompanied by great local beer. LOGAN SQUARE Chef Diana Dávila’s contemporary Mexican cuisine at Mi Tocaya Antojería has garnered national accolades from Eater and the James Beard Foundation. Lula Cafe has been a neighborhood favorite for more than 20 years, and pioneered Chicago’s farm-to-table restaurant movement. Enjoy fried finger food with negroni slushies on the expansive patio at Parson’s Chicken & Fish. WEST LOOP John and Karen Urie Shields are the dynamic husband-and-wife chefs behind Smyth + The Loyalist. The joint concept includes a tasting menu that’s earned two Michelin stars and a more casual spot known for its burger. At Monteverde, grab a seat at the bar to watch award-winning chef Sarah Grueneberg make fresh bucatini and ravioli for her refined Italian menu. Time Out Market Chicago gathers more than 20 of Chicago’s best chefs under one roof in a bustling food hall. PILSEN Carnitas Uruapan is an icon, serving the best carnitas and chicharrones in Chicago since 1975. From ricotta beignets at weekend brunch to late-night roasted mussels and beef-fat fries, Dusek’s Board & Beer is a versatile neighborhood hot spot. Chef Thai Dang’s family recipes inspire the fresh and flavorful menu at HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen. ANDERSONVILLE Beer and whiskey lovers will appreciate the massive selection at Little Bad Wolf, served with upscale bar food. Traditional recipes and heirloom ingredients make the coastal Southern food at Big Jones as authentic as it is delicious. You’ll feel like you’re on a Roman holiday at Bar Roma, where the pasta and meatballs are homemade and the craft cocktails have an Italian accent. BRONZEVILLE The Senegalese fare at Yassa African Restaurant includes marinated whole fish and meaty stews served with fluffy couscous. The breakfast and lunch crowd at Peach’s Restaurant knows the buttery, flaky biscuits are a must-try. Chicago’s Home of Chicken & Waffles is known for its generous portions of sweet and savory soul food. Find restaurants across the city at choosechicago.com/ things-to-do/findrestaurants.
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