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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 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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Logan Square’s Best RestaurantsLogan Square’s Best Restaurants
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One of Chicago’s strongest dining neighborhoods keeps getting better

By Eater Staff and Ashok Selvam
Chicago Restaurant News
Chicago Has 22 James Beard Award Semifinalists for 2025Chicago Has 22 James Beard Award Semifinalists for 2025
Chicago Restaurant News

Cariño and Feld chef Jacob Potashnick are new to the awards, while classic spots like Daisies continue to earn nods.

By Emily Venezky
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Chicago’s Best Banh MiChicago’s Best Banh Mi
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Where to find the best Vietnamese sandwiches

By Eater Staff and Adam Rothbarth
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Where to Escape Chicago’s Air and Water ShowWhere to Escape Chicago’s Air and Water Show
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Not everyone is a fan of the noise from the Blue Angels

By Eater Staff and Ashok Selvam
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The Best Chicago Restaurants for WeddingsThe Best Chicago Restaurants for Weddings
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Walk straight down the aisle to dinner

By Naomi Waxman and Eater Staff
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Where to Cure Crepe Cravings in ChicagoWhere to Cure Crepe Cravings in Chicago
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Enjoy the variety from sweet to savory, to French, Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam
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The Top French Fries for Munchies in ChicagoThe Top French Fries for Munchies in Chicago
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Cure the craving for crunchiness with these prime buds

By Ashok Selvam and Naomi Waxman
Eater Archives
Crab Rangoon Isn’t a Joke at These Chicago RestaurantsCrab Rangoon Isn’t a Joke at These Chicago Restaurants
Eater Archives

Go beyond imitation crab and cream cheese in time for Lunar New Year

By Ashok Selvam
Chicago Restaurant Closings
Chicago’s Saddest Restaurant Closures of 2023Chicago’s Saddest Restaurant Closures of 2023
Chicago Restaurant Closings

Eater Chicago’s panel of dining experts shares which haunts they’ll miss the most

By Ashok Selvam
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Chicago’s Best Restaurants for Private DiningChicago’s Best Restaurants for Private Dining
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Impress guests by throwing a party at these spots

By Sam Nelson and Eater Staff
Chicago Restaurant Closings
Owen & Engine, the British Pub Known For Its Burger, to Close After 14 YearsOwen & Engine, the British Pub Known For Its Burger, to Close After 14 Years
Chicago Restaurant Closings

Bo Fowler is closing her Logan Square landmark to focus on her family and her health

By Ashok Selvam
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Where to Eat Fried Chicken in ChicagoWhere to Eat Fried Chicken in Chicago
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Find the crispiest and tastiest birds around town

By Eater Staff
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Chicago’s Best Restaurants to Escape the Rain and SnowChicago’s Best Restaurants to Escape the Rain and Snow
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Where to find open-air dining with retractable roofs and other shelters in case the weather goes sideways

By Eater Staff and Naomi Waxman
Coming Attractions
Federales New Logan Square Location Will Feature a Retractable RoofFederales New Logan Square Location Will Feature a Retractable Roof
Coming Attractions

The West Loop party bar replaces family-owned Father & Son Pizza

By Ashok Selvam
Chicago’s 2022 Eater Awards Winners
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By Ashok Selvam
Chicago Restaurant News
Food Trucks and Carts Could Get Their Own Logan Square LotFood Trucks and Carts Could Get Their Own Logan Square Lot
Chicago Restaurant News

Also, Owen & Engine’s chef prepares for a return

By Ashok Selvam and Aimee Levitt
Chicago Restaurants and Bars Fully Reopen After 15 Grueling Months
Chicago Restaurant News
By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam
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Where to Find Chicago Breweries With Outdoor Seating and Beer GardensWhere to Find Chicago Breweries With Outdoor Seating and Beer Gardens
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These brewery taprooms and brewpubs offer a variety of patio options

By Ashok Selvam
Chicago Restaurant News
Chicago Restaurant Week Expands to Help HotelsChicago Restaurant Week Expands to Help Hotels
Chicago Restaurant News

Also: The state is still pondering stripping Tank Noodle of its $150K grant

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam
Chicago Restaurant News
Chicago Announces $10 Million in Grants for Independent Restaurants and BarsChicago Announces $10 Million in Grants for Independent Restaurants and Bars
Chicago Restaurant News

The city has also unveiled a web portal with resources for unemployed hospitality workers

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam
Chicago Restaurant Closings
Fat Willy’s Rib Shack to Close After Nearly 20 Years in Logan SquareFat Willy’s Rib Shack to Close After Nearly 20 Years in Logan Square
Chicago Restaurant Closings

Ownership pondered closing the restaurant even before the pandemic

By Ashok Selvam
Chicago Restaurant News
Navy Pier to Close on Labor Day Due to Poor Pandemic BusinessNavy Pier to Close on Labor Day Due to Poor Pandemic Business
Chicago Restaurant News

Plus, Chicago closes five more restaurants and bars for violating COVID-19 rules

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam
Lawsuits
Lost Lake, Parson’s Among Group Suing Over COVID-19 Insurance ClaimsLost Lake, Parson’s Among Group Suing Over COVID-19 Insurance Claims
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The owners of Longman & Eagle and Owen & Engine in Logan Square are also listed as plaintiffs

By Ashok Selvam
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