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Scene Report
This Mexican Restaurant in the Loop Is Worth It — If You Can Figure Out the Payment SystemThis Mexican Restaurant in the Loop Is Worth It — If You Can Figure Out the Payment System
Scene Report

Momento’s dual-restaurant format and payment system have a bit of a learning curve, but it’s worth it for the fresh tortillas and seafood

By Lisa Shames
Intel
Legendary Chicago Pizzeria Goes Thin With Tavern StyleLegendary Chicago Pizzeria Goes Thin With Tavern Style
Intel

Plus, Atelier announces its official opening date and Portillo’s is coming to Wrigleyville

By Jeffy Mai
Intel
‘Top Chef’s’ Joe Flamm Opening an All-Day Cafe in Fulton Market‘Top Chef’s’ Joe Flamm Opening an All-Day Cafe in Fulton Market
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Bar Tutto will offer pastries, espresso, pastas, spritzes, and more

By Jeffy Mai
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The 38 Best Restaurants in ChicagoThe 38 Best Restaurants in Chicago
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Drop everything and make those reservations

By Ashok Selvam
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Chicago’s Most Splurge-Worthy RestaurantsChicago’s Most Splurge-Worthy Restaurants
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These tasting menus are worth saving up for

By Jeffy Mai
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Chicago’s Best Gluten-Free RestaurantsChicago’s Best Gluten-Free Restaurants
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The options don’t have to be so limited

By Sam Nelson
Dining Out in Chicago
The Best Dishes Eater Chicago Editors Ate in SeptemberThe Best Dishes Eater Chicago Editors Ate in September
Dining Out in Chicago

Follow Eater editors as they share their favorite dishes they ate in Chicago this month

By Jeffy Mai
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Where to Chomp on the Best Italian Beef Sandwiches in ChicagoWhere to Chomp on the Best Italian Beef Sandwiches in Chicago
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The iconic Chicago staple has received national recognition thanks to that TV show

By Jeffy Mai
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Chicago’s Best SteakhousesChicago’s Best Steakhouses
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These beefy restaurants are a cut above

By Ashok Selvam
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Chicago’s Best Hot DogsChicago’s Best Hot Dogs
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Enjoy them Chicago-style, Detroit-style, or even coated with Cheetos, but never — ever — eat them with ketchup

By Ashok Selvam
Chicago’s Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings, Fall 2025
Coming Attractions

These eight spots should be on your radar

By Jeffy Mai
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The Best Restaurants for Group Dining in ChicagoThe Best Restaurants for Group Dining in Chicago
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Take the stress out of dining with a large party

By Jeffy Mai
Chicago Restaurant News
Boka’s New Omakase Restaurant Has an Opening DateBoka’s New Omakase Restaurant Has an Opening Date
Chicago Restaurant News

Plus, Portillo’s introduces a secret menu

By Jeffy Mai
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Chicago’s Best Spots for Afternoon TeaChicago’s Best Spots for Afternoon Tea
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Read those tea leaves while enjoying dainty sweets and sandwiches

By Jeffy Mai
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Where to Devour the Best Chicago Deep-Dish PizzaWhere to Devour the Best Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza
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These top pizzerias excel at the city’s most famous dish

By Ashok Selvam
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Chicago’s Best New BrunchesChicago’s Best New Brunches
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Rise and shine with these weekend standouts

By Sam Nelson
Chicago Restaurant Openings
15 Recent Chicago Restaurant and Bar Openings to Know15 Recent Chicago Restaurant and Bar Openings to Know
Chicago Restaurant Openings

Milly’s new location, a Japanese izakaya, and Jack and the Box headline the newest arrivals

By Jeffy Mai
Chicago Restaurant Closings
Chicago’s First Dedicated Dosa Stall Is ClosingChicago’s First Dedicated Dosa Stall Is Closing
Chicago Restaurant Closings

Art of Dosa is closing while Table, Donkey and Stick’s owners are debuting a pizzeria at Sterling Food Hall in the Loop

By Ashok Selvam
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The Best Places to Eat and Drink Near LollapoloozaThe Best Places to Eat and Drink Near Lollapolooza
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The four-day music festival returns to Chicago’s Grant Park

By Jeffy Mai
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Chicago’s Best Restaurants With Gorgeous Views of the Skyline and Lake MichiganChicago’s Best Restaurants With Gorgeous Views of the Skyline and Lake Michigan
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Everything tastes better with a spectacular backdrop

By Ashok Selvam
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Chicago’s Best Happy Hour Food and Drink DealsChicago’s Best Happy Hour Food and Drink Deals
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Tried-and-true drink deals all over town

By Lisa Shames
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All of Chicago’s Past James Beard Award WinnersAll of Chicago’s Past James Beard Award Winners
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Where to find every James Beard Award-winning Chicago chef and restaurant on a map

By Naomi Waxman and Eater Staff
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Chicago’s Essential Bars and TavernsChicago’s Essential Bars and Taverns
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Chicago’s bar scene has it all

By Ashok Selvam
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Chicago’s Best Rooftop Restaurants and BarsChicago’s Best Rooftop Restaurants and Bars
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Chicagoans know to embrace the city’s all-too-brief summers.

By Jeffy Mai
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Chicago’s Best Hotel RestaurantsChicago’s Best Hotel Restaurants
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Check into delicious dining options in Downtown Chicago.

By Sam Nelson
The Best Parties to Celebrate Beyoncé in Chicago Without a Concert Ticket
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Don your favorite studded denim and Cowboy Carter hats for parties around the city as the Beyhive descends upon Soldier Field.

By Serena Maria Daniels
Coming Attractions
Food Trucks Will Once More Return to Daley Plaza on FridayFood Trucks Will Once More Return to Daley Plaza on Friday
Coming Attractions

Chi Food Truck Fest 2025 goes from May through October near the Picasso.

By Serena Maria Daniels
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Chicago’s Best Outdoor Dining SpotsChicago’s Best Outdoor Dining Spots
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The city offers several great places to dine al fresco.

By Naomi Waxman
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Chicago’s Best MargaritasChicago’s Best Margaritas
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From classic to newfangled, here’s where to drink the Mexican staple.

By Sam Nelson
Coming Attractions
Four Chicago Upcoming Restaurant Openings to KnowFour Chicago Upcoming Restaurant Openings to Know
Coming Attractions

A popular Chinese restaurant is coming to Wicker Park, and a long-awaited project near Soldier Field gets an update.

By Ashok Selvam
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Chicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret BarsChicago’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars
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No one ever needed to text a password during Prohibition.

By Ashok Selvam
An Eater’s Guide to Chicago
Eater Archives

Unofficial and highly opinionated information about the City of Broad Shoulders

By Ashok Selvam and Naomi Waxman
Chicago Restaurant News
Umamicue’s Plans for a Downtown Location Go Up in SmokeUmamicue’s Plans for a Downtown Location Go Up in Smoke
Chicago Restaurant News

Sterling Food Hall won’t welcome the smoked meat specialist

By Ashok Selvam
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Chicago’s Best Bars to Watch March MadnessChicago’s Best Bars to Watch March Madness
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Mourn those busted brackets at a bar worthy of the NCAA basketball tournaments.

By Ashok Selvam
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Chicago’s Best Italian RestaurantsChicago’s Best Italian Restaurants
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Where to find the finest pastas, pizza, coastal cuisine, and other Italian specialties in the city

By Ashok Selvam
Chicago Restaurant Closings
Five Chicago Restaurant and Bar Closures to KnowFive Chicago Restaurant and Bar Closures to Know
Chicago Restaurant Closings

S.K.Y. gets a closing date in Pilsen, plus a 30-year-old hot dog stand while Philly’s Best says goodbye to Belmont

By Ashok Selvam
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Chicago’s Best Coffee ShopsChicago’s Best Coffee Shops
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Drip, espresso, lattes, matcha, and more

By Ashok Selvam
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Chicago’s Best PaczkiChicago’s Best Paczki
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Paczki Day 2025 is Tuesday, March 4, but the season is already underway

By Lisa Shames
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Chicago’s Best Fish and ChipsChicago’s Best Fish and Chips
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It doesn’t have to be Lent to enjoy crispy fish and fries

By Sam Nelson
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Chicago’s Best Halal Street FoodChicago’s Best Halal Street Food
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Find creative and delicious items that cross cultures

By Nylah Iqbal Muhammad