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The Art Institute of Chicago: plan your visit

The Art Institute of Chicago: plan your visit

Jul 6, 2011

When visiting Chicago, the Art Institute of Chicago should be on your must-see list whether you consider yourself an art connoisseur or not. The Art Institute of Chicago is more than just art; it's a piece of Chicago's history.

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The Best Pizza in Chicago

The Best Pizza in Chicago

Jul 5, 2011

Chicago-style pizza places are found everywhere in the Windy City and Giordano's, Gino's East of Chicago, Uno Chicago Grille, and Lou Malnati's are the heavyweights. Whether the delectable thin crust is your favorite, or you would rather enjoy the flavorful deep-dish slices, both are available at each of these four delicious pizzerias.

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Dining in Chicago

Whether you're interested in a quick but delicious bite at a local bistro or your experience must be designed to satisfy the most demanding critic, dining in Chicago is sure to serve up something truly sumptuous. 

Chicago is a city that appreciates great food and great company. You'll enjoy diving in to the vibrant foodie culture and will soon be singing the praises of hero chefs who can put out perfectly seared swordfish and can make any dish look deceptively simple. From the finest restaurant to the most comfortable pizza place, Chicago restaurants deliver everything with impressive effect. 

Discover impressively delicious French cuisine in a subtle, soothing atmosphere like at Bistronomic or porterhouse steaks the size of Frisbees at the Chicago Steakhouse. Chicago restaurants are gastronomic heaven.

51 Restaurants in Chicago

  • 90 miles cuban cafe

    3101 north clybourn avenue, chicago, il, 60618
    Roscoe Village

    cuban joint

    773.248.2822
    mon - sat 8a - 8p sun 9a - 6p

    www.90milescubancafe.com

  • aja

    Dana Hotel & Spa 660 N. State Street, Chicago, IL, Chicago, 60654

    Dine at the fun and delicious restaurant aja while you are visiting Chicago. Aja is located in the Dana Hotel & Spa, and specializes in Asian food inspired by seasonal ingredients.

    http://danahotelandspa.com/restaurant/index.cfm

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  • Avenue M

    The Allerton Hotel 701 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, Chicago, 60611

    Go to Avenue M for a fun and modern dining experience right on Miracle Mile. Located in the Allerton Hotel, Avenue M is a great place to enjoy a unique cocktail or progressive American cuisine.

    http://theallertonhotel.com/dining_restaurant.html

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  • Balsan

    Waldorf Astoria Chicago 11 East Walton, Chicago, IL, Chicago, 60611

    Come in to Balsan inside the Waldorf Astoria Chicago any time of the day for delicious fresh food. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available every day, as well as a special brunch on the weekends.

    http://www.balsanrestaurant.com/

  • Bella Bacinos

    River Hotel 75A East Wacker Drive, Chicago (Illinois), IL 60601

    Find great Italian food in downtown Chicago at Bella Bacinos inside the River Hotel. Every dish is great, but the pizza is some of the best in the city, and that's saying something when talking about Chicago pizza. All ingredients are fresh, making for a great product.

    http://www.bacinos.com/WACKER/about.html

  • big jones

    5347 north clark street, chicago, il, 60640
    Andersonville

    coastal southern cuisine

    773.275.5725
    mon - fri 11a - 10p sat 9a - 10p sun 9a - 9p

    www.bigjoneschicago.com

  • birrieria reyes de ocotlán

    1322 west 18th street, chicago, il, 60608
    Pilsen

    la major birria de todo el mundo

    312.733.2613
    mon - fri 9a - 8p sat - sun 7a - 8p

  • chickpea

    2018 west chicago avenue, chicago, il, 60622
    Ukrainian Village

    palestinian cafe

    773-384-9930
    daily 11a - 10p

    www.chickpeaonthego.com

  • cipollina

    1543 north damen avenue, chicago, il, 60622
    Wicker Park

    italian deli

    773.227.6300
    mon - fri 8a - 7p sat 8a - 5p sun 8a - 4p

    www.cipollinadeli.com

  • crisp

    2940 north broadway street, chicago, il, 60657
    Lakeview

    modern korean

    773.697.7610
    tue - thu 11:30a - 9p fri - sat 11:30a - 10:30p sun 11:30a - 9p

    www.crisponline.com

  • crust

    2056 west division street, chicago, il, 60622
    Wicker Park

    organic wood-oven pizza

    773.235.5511
    see website for hours

    www.crustorganic.com

  • David Burke's Primehouse

    The James 55 East Ontario, Chicago (Illinois), Chicago,

    Find some of the best cuts of meat in the country at David Burke's Primehouse. Everything is hand selected, and your satisfaction is guaranteed. The large wine cellar allows for great pairings that will help you enjoy your night even more.

    http://www.jameshotels.com/Chicago-Hotel.aspx?name=The-James-Chicago&page=Primehouse

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  • feed

    2803 west chicago avenue, chicago, il, 60622
    Humboldt Park

    southern soul food

    773.489.4600
    mon - fri 8a - 10p sat 9a - 10p sun 9a - 9p

    www.feedrestaurantchicago.com

  • Fornetto Mei

    The Whitehall Hotel 105 E. Delaware Place, Chicago, IL, Chicago, 60611

    Experience the delicious fusion of Asian and Italian food at Fornetto Mei. This cozy restaurant inside the Whitehall Hotel is impressive in both quality of cuisine, and decoration. The comfortable atmosphere and delicious food will leave everyone happy and full.

    http://www.thewhitehallhotel.com/html/chicago-fine-dining.asp

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  • great american cheese collection

    4727 south talman, chicago, il, 60632
    South Side

    a warehouse of great cheese

    773.779.5055
    sat 9a - 1p

    www.greatamericancheese.com

  • great lake

    1477 west balmoral avenue, chicago, il, 60640
    Andersonville

    neighborhood pizza with a national rep

    773.334.9270
    see website for hours

    www.g-lake.com

  • hoosier mama pie company

    1618 1/2 west chicago avenue, chicago, il, 60622
    Ukrainian Village

    homemade pie

    312.243.4846
    tue - fri 8a - 7p sat 9a - 5p

    www.hoosiermamapie.com

  • hot doug's

    3324 north california avenue, chicago, il, 60618
    Avondale

    the sausage superstore and encased meat emporium

    773.279.9550
    mon - sat 10:30a - 4p

    www.hotdougs.com

  • kuma's corner

    2900 west belmont avenue, chicago, il, 60618
    Avondale

    rockstar burgers

    773.604.8769
    mon - fri 11:30a- 2a sat 11:30a - 3a sun noon - midnight

    www.kumascorner.com

  • little branch cafe

    1251 south prairie avenue, chicago, il, 60605
    South Side

    a sweet little cafe

    312.360.0101
    see website for hours

    www.littebranchcafe.com

  • lovely

    1130 north milwaukee avenue, chicago, il, 60622
    Wicker Park

    a bake shop and cafe

    773.572.4766
    mon - fri 7a - 7p sat 9a - 6p sun 9a - 4p

    www.lovelybakeshop.com

  • mana food bar

    1742 west division street, chicago, il, 60622
    Wicker Park

    amazing vegetarian food

    773.342.1742
    sun - thu 4 - 10p fri - sat noon - 11p

    www.manafoodbar.com

  • marigold

    4832 north broadway avenue, chicago, il, 60640
    Uptown

    modern indian

    773.293.4653
    sun 5 - 9p tue - thu 5:30 - 10p fri - sat 5:30 - 11p

    www.marigoldrestaurant.com

  • merlo on maple

    16 west maple street, chicago, il, 60610
    Gold Coast

    upscale authentic bolognese

    312.335.8200
    daily 5:30p - close

    www.merlochicago.com

  • Mike Ditka's Restaurant

    The Tremont Chicago Hotel at Magnificent Mile 100 E Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL, Chicago, 60613

    Come to a fun and unique restaurant while you are in Chicago. Mike Ditka's Restaurant is an ode to the legendary football coach. The downstairs is a sports bar lined with memorabilia, and the second floor is a cigar bar serving up excellent single malts.

    http://www.starwoodhotels.com/gx/property/dining/index.html?propertyID=97510&ES=ES_DINING_TRE_97510_CHI

  • mixteco grill

    1601 west montrose avenue, chicago, il, 60613
    Lakeview

    mole heaven

    773.868.1601
    call for hours

  • nana

    3267 south halsted street, chicago, il, 60608
    Bridgeport

    organic breakfast and lunch

    312.929.2486
    mon - fri 8a - 3p sat - sun 8a - 4p

    www.nanaorganic.com

  • nightwood

    2119 south halsted street, chicago, il, 60608
    Pilsen

    modern heartland cooking

    312.526.3385
    tue - sat 5:30 - 11p brunch sun 9a - 2:30p

    www.nightwoodrestaurant.com

  • NoMI Kitchen

    Park Hyatt Chicago 800 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, Chicago, 60611

    Enjoy a unique dining experience at NoMI Kitchen inside the Park Hyatt Chicago. The team of chefs work in the middle of the dining room, giving everyone a chance to see their food being prepared.

    http://parkchicago.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/entertainment/restaurants/index.jsp#1705

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  • old fashioned donuts

    11248 south michigan avenue, chicago, il, 60628
    South Side

    just like the name says

    773.995.7420
    mon - sat 6a - 6p

  • old oak tap

    2109 west chicago avenue, chicago, il, 60622
    Ukrainian Village

    good beer and good food

    773.772.0406
    mon 5p - 2a tue - fri 11a - 2a sat 11a - 3a sun 11a - 2a

    www.theoldoaktap.com

  • olivia's market

    2014 west wabansia avenue, chicago, il, 60647
    Bucktown

    a market with everything you want and need

    773.227.4220
    daily 8a - 9p

    www.oliviasmarket.com

  • perman wine selections

    802 west washington boulevard, chicago, il, 60607
    West Loop

    where wine resolutions come true

    312.666.4417
    mon - fri noon - 9p sat 11a - 9p or by appointment

    www.permanwine.com

  • province

    161 north jefferson street, chicago, il, 60661
    West Loop

    modern american with spanish and south american influences

    312.669.9900
    mon - thu 11:30a - 10:30p fri 11:30a - 11:30p sat 5 - 11:30p

    www.provincerestaurant.com

  • Ria

    Waldorf Astoria Chicago 11 East Walton, Chicago, IL, Chicago, 60611

    Eat delicious food made from the freshest ingredients in the city at Ria inside the world famous Waldorf Astoria Chicago. All of the produce comes from local farms, and the meat is naturally raised as well.

    http://www.riarestaurantchicago.com/

  • sarah's candies

    70 east oak street, chicago, il, 60611
    Gold Coast

    chocolate shop and cafe

    312.664.6223
    mon - sat 8a - 6p sun 10a - 6p / mon - sat 10a - 8p sun 11a - 6p

    www.sarahscandies.com

  • sepia

    123 north jefferson street, chicago, il, 60661
    West Loop

    inventive american cuisine

    312.441.1920
    see website for hours

    www.sepiachicago.com

  • Shor

    Hyatt Regency McCormick Place 2233 South Martin L. King Drive, Chicago, IL, Chicago, 60616-9985

    Enjoy the best surf and turf in the city at Shor. This upscale restaurant is located inside the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place in downtown Chicago. Whether is steak or fresh seafood you crave, you will find it here.

    http://mccormickplace.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/entertainment/restaurants/index.jsp#1703

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  • simone's

    960 west 18th street, chicago, il, 60608
    Pilsen

    a cool neighborhood place

    312.666.8601
    mon - fri 11:30a - 2a sat 11:30a - 3a

    www.simonesbar.com

  • smoque

    3800 north pulaski road, chicago, il, 60641
    Irving Park

    destination barbeque

    773.545.7427
    tue - thu 11a - 9p fri - sat 11a - 10p sun 11a - 9p

    www.smoquebbq.com

  • southport grocery and café

    3552 north southport avenue, chicago, il, 60657
    Lakeview

    upscale grocer and cafe

    773.665.0100
    mon - fri 7a - 4p sat 8a - 5p sun 8a - 4p

    www.southportgrocery.com

  • takashi

    1952 north damen avenue, chicago, il, 60647
    Bucktown

    french-american meets japanese

    773.772.6170
    tue - thu 5:30 - 10p fri - sat 5 - 10:30p sun 11a - 3p, 5 - 9:30p

    www.takashichicago.com

  • taxim

    1558 norht milwaukee avenue, chicago, il, 60622
    Wicker Park

    greek cuisine

    773.252.1558
    see website for hours

    www.taximchicago.com

  • the bluebird

    1749 north damen avenue, chicago, il, 60647
    Bucktown

    wine, beer and food from all over the country

    773.486.2473
    mon - fri 5p - 2a sat 5p - 3a sun 5p - 2a

    www.bluebirdchicago.com

  • the coffee studio

    5628 n clark street, chicago, il, 60660
    Andersonville

    carefully crafted coffee

    773.271.7881
    daily 6:30a - 9p

    www.thecoffeestudio.com

  • the depot american diner

    5840 west roosevelt road, chicago, il, 60644
    Austin

    a classic diner

    773.261.8422
    mon - sat 6a - 10p sun 6a - 8p

  • the fish guy market

    4423 norht elston avenue, chicago, il, 60630
    Albany Park

    fish monger

    773.283.7400
    mon - sat 10a - 6p

    www.fishguy.com

  • the whistler

    2421 north milwaukee avenue, chicago, il, 60647
    Logan Square

    sublime, laid-back cocktail bar

    773.227.3530
    see website for hours

    www.whistlerchicago.com

  • tocco

    1266 north milwaukee avenue, chicago, il, 60642
    Wicker Park

    mod italian restaurant

    773.687.8895
    see website for hours

    www.toccochicago.com

  • urbanbelly

    3053 north california avenue, chicago, il, 60618
    Avondale

    modern dumpling house

    773.583.0500
    tue - sun 11a - 9p

    www.urbanbellychicago.com

  • xoco

    449 north clark street, chicago, il, 60654
    River North

    tortas, churros and chocolate

    312.334.3688
    tue - sat 7a - 10p

    www.xocochicago.com