Review: Chef Christian Hunter evokes emotion at Atelier in Lincoln SquareThe 12-course tasting menu connects continents and cultures with bursts of heat and a bit of giardiniera. December 18, 2023
Photos: Chef Christian Hunter brings a Michelin Star to AtelierChef Christian Hunter led his new restaurant home to a Michelin star in less than a year after opening. He is starting to tell his story through food at Atelier in Lincoln Square. Hunter uses ingredients from sustainable sources and changes his 12 course tasting menu constantly where a dish might last two weeks or so. December 17, 2023
Review: The view is great, but Sifr’s grill deserves attention, tooFew of Sifr’s dishes will surprise anyone who has been to a Middle Eastern restaurant in the past 10 years. But the flawless execution might. December 11, 2023
Guide: Our food critic shares insider tips on all the best food and drink at Christkindlmarket in ChicagoGlühwein, currywurst and rollmops are on the list, plus essential tips for visiting the Christmas market at Daley Plaza December 05, 2023
Photos: Tary Coffee House opens in River North Kazakh-owned Tary Coffee House has recently opened in River North. Owner Symbat Zharkynkyzy moved to Chicago from Kazakhistan, where there are 10 locations of Tary Coffee House. November 29, 2023
Review: Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago pours brilliant beer made with corn, but needs time to settlePair Guinness beef stew, Irish inspired breakfast and corned beef Benedict with beer cocktails in Fulton Market. November 20, 2023
Photos: Modern Middle Eastern cuisine at Sifr in River NorthMiddle Eastern restaurant Sifr, at 660 N. Orleans St. in Chicago. November 09, 2023
Column: Chef Maya-Camille Broussard makes pies and peace at her new Justice of the Pies bakery in ChicagoThe James Beard-nominated chef and owner of Justice of the Pies opens her debut bakery with sweets, savories and strength. November 06, 2023
Photos: Boonie's Filipino Restaurant is ready for the spotlightBoonie's Filipino Restaurant, in Chicago's North Center neighborhood, is the fascinating Filipino project from Joseph Fontelera. October 30, 2023
Mini reviews: All the Bally’s Casino Chicago restaurants and bars ranked, with insider tips to beat the houseChef Paul Kahan and One Off Hospitality Group, with Nine Bar from Chinatown, created the menus at Medinah Bistro and Kitchen 888. October 30, 2023
Guide: Our food critic shares insider tips on all the best food and drink at Christkindlmarket in Chicago December 05, 2023
Photos: Justice of the Pies in Avalon ParkMaya-Camille Broussard, chef and owner of Justice of the Pies, specializes in bold and thoughtful statements on traditional pies, quiches and tarts. October 30, 2023
Review: Deeply daring and funky, Boonie’s Filipino Restaurant is ready for the spotlightAfter opening early this year, Joseph Fontelera's Boonie’s Filipino Restaurant has finally come into its own, showcasing some of the best Filipino food in the city. October 23, 2023
Review: How much are you willing to pay for a taco? Spendy taco showdown underway in the West LoopHow much are you willing to pay for a taco? Three recently opened Mexican restaurants in the West Loop are, perhaps unintentionally, testing the public’s appetite. October 16, 2023
Review: Ummo chef José Sosa explores inventive Italian, with octopus chicharrón, in River NorthJosé Sosa, previously executive chef at Gibsons Italia, cooks perfect pasta, steak and octopus chicharrón inspired by Mexico. October 09, 2023
Review: Ummo chef José Sosa explores inventive ItalianChef and partner José Sosa opened his debut restaurant, Ummo, in August in the River North neighborhood of Chicago. Sosa describes his menu simply as contemporary Italian, but it’s more than that. October 05, 2023
Review: Diego delivers on the promise of SueñosAfter a successful pop-up at the Soho House, chef Stephen Sandoval finally has a restaurant where he and his team can run wild. October 02, 2023
Column: Love, loss and noodles at Seven Treasures in ChinatownThe iconic 554 and wonton noodle soup live on at Wonton Gourmet in the suburb of Des Plaines. September 25, 2023
Review: 4 stars for Kyoten, Chicago’s best omakaseWhat’s important at Kyoten is the food, and currently no place in Chicago serves seafood as consistently mesmerizing as this. September 18, 2023
Review: Chicago’s sushi master returns with lovelier and cheaper Kyoten Next DoorKyoten Next Door is more than a sushi sequel. It's a brilliant new restaurant from Chicago's best sushi chef, Otto Phan. September 11, 2023
Guide: A food critic’s perfect day in ‘the beautiful Austin neighborhood on the mighty West Side of Chicago’Austin is the Chicago neighborhood home to Mayor Brandon Johnson, a vibrant farmers market and some delicious food, writes critic Louisa Chu. September 05, 2023
Review: Scofflaw’s new chef challenges what it means to be New American in excellent waysKorean American chef Fred Chung is making some of the best food in Chicago at Scofflaw. August 28, 2023
Review: California wines shine at Oakville Grill — but what about the food?Oakville Grill & Cellar has Chicago's largest California-only wine list, which fortunately showcases that state's many great regions. August 21, 2023
Photos: Kyoten Next Door in Logan SquareChef Otto Phan's Kyoten Next Door, the sister sushi restaurant to the more expensive Kyoten, opens in Logan Square. August 18, 2023
Photos: Scofflaw in Logan SquareScofflaw’s new chef Fred Chung challenges what it means to be New American cuisine in Chicago. August 18, 2023
Review: Thattu pioneers with Kerala cuisine, just as much as its innovative tip-free pay modelAt Thattu restaurant in Chicago, chef Margaret Pak and Vinod Kalathil have found a home, where there are no tips or service charges. August 14, 2023
Review: The view from Miru is perfectly luxurious — and sometimes, so is the foodMiru, the new Lettuce Entertain You restaurant in the St. Regis hotel, offers views and luxury, if you know where to look. July 31, 2023
Photos: Miru at the St. Regis in ChicagoMiru, a new Japanese inspired restaurant, opened just two months ago along with the St. Regis luxury hotel in Chicago where it’s housed. It's perched on the 11th floor of the newest undulating Jeanne Gang tower in the Lakeview East neighborhood. July 31, 2023
Review: Čálli shows flickers of passion, but needs more focusČálli is a good restaurant in Chicago, featuring well-tested recipes from the talented Jonathan Zaragoza. But as it stands, it feels like no one is home. July 24, 2023
Review: Smoque Steak, a different kind of steak in ChicagoThe owners of Smoque BBQ have opened a different kind of steakhouse in the Avondale neighborhood, and Smoque Steak is drawing crowds. July 17, 2023