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303 W. Madison St., Chicago 60606
312-263-6500

Crumbs

The famed NYC bakery has made its way to downtown Chicago. With cupcakes that are as much eye-candy as mouth-candy, you can choose between three sizes: Taste (bite-sized), Classic (the usual size... read more

1500 W. Division St., Chicago 60642
773-235-8100

Seadog Sushi Bar

Promising to distinguish itself from the myriad other sushi joints nearby, this seafood spot boasts incredibly fresh and inventive fare headed by the former chef of Coast. The elegant stone floori... read more

4749 N. Rockwell St., Chicago 60625
773-633-6009

Red Lion Lincoln Square

The legendary Lincoln Park pub has returned...this time in Lincoln Square. Although it may not bring its ghosts with it, you can still expect crispy fish and chips, rich and hearty Shepherd's Pie... read more

737 W. Randolph St., Chicago 60661
312-638-0700

Haymarket Pub & Brewery

Short of staging a riot like the one that took place in Haymarket Square a couple of centuries ago, this brewery works hard to compete with Chicago's wealth of brewpubs. Featuring 16 house beers,... read more

1212 N. State Parkway, Chicago 60610
312-202-0994

Paradise Cantina

Adding to their original Vegas location, Paradise Cantina definitely brings a party atmosphere to the Gold Coast. With 40-plus tequilas, 11 different margaritas, and a menu slathered with Mexican... read more

615 N. State St., Chicago 60654
312-624-9188

Grahamwich

Notoriously playful chef Graham Elliot Bowles (Graham Elliot, Lollapalooza) gives us an addendum to his original, self-titled restaurant with this sandwich outpost. The space is minimal but the ... read more

2417 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago 60614
312-462-0486

redFLAME Pizzeria

Twice is nice, should be the motto at this Lincoln park pizzeria. Each pizza is cooked twice -- first the dough is grilled and then the toppings are added before placing the whole thing under a f... read more

1880 N. Damen Ave., Chicago 60647
773-292-4393

Green Corner

Intent on giving the Windy City a detox, owners (and yoga instructors) Colleen and Elizabeth Murzyn, offer up fresh juice and organic coffee at this bright, corner storefront. Using locally sourc... read more

626 S. Racine Ave., Chicago 60607
312-226-9300

Salatino's

In an effort to resurrect the former Gennaro's, Scott Harris (famous for Mia Francesca) offers up this slightly larger 100-seat homage. The legendary pan-fried pork chops, homemade ravioli, eggpl... read more

626 S. Racine Ave., Chicago 60607

Doughboys

Continuing his take-over of Little Italy, Scott Harris's pizza and panini shop, adjacent to Salatino's, is already competing for Chicago's best slice. You should be pretty damn happy with the Sic... read more

155 W. Kinzie St., Chicago 60654
312-245-2000

Moe's Cantina

Remember spring break in Cabo? Probably not. Either way, relive it at Moe's latest outpost. This cavernous two-story tequila hall boasts more tequilas than you could ever drink in one night (we hop... read more

108 N. State St., Chicago 60602
312-750-9098

Simply Thalia

Banh mi, those tasty Vietnamese baguette sandwiches, can be extremely hard to find. Luckily, rat racers in The Loop no longer have to skip work to get their fix up north after this Thalia Spice spi... read more

208 S. La Salle St., Chicago 60601
312-660-8866

The Florentine

Designed like a cavernous, old library with bookshelves, leather banquettes and recessed lighting, this massive restaurant in the JW Marriot has former Cibo Matto chef Todd Stein behind the menu.... read more

208 S. La Salle St., Chicago 60601
312-660-8200

JW Marriott Hotel

After a $396 million renovation, this luxury hotel has set up shop in famed Chicago architect Daniel Burnham's former Commercial Bank Building. The 610-room hotel focuses on modern luxury with cr... read more

69 E. Madison St., Chicago 60603
312-332-8111

Rudy's Bar and Grille

The two great American eats: burgers and pizza. Rudy Malnati (son of pizza great Lou) takes on the former with this casual burger joint in the Loop. The plain wooden tables and old black and whit... read more

1115 N. Branch St., Chicago 60610

Hearts

Another luxe nightclub (how many is that for Chicago now?) from the owners of Crescendo, Sound Bar, and Y. There's the usual bottle service, steamy dance floor and rocking DJ, plus a sleek red-lacq... read more

1242 W. Randolph St., Chicago 60607
312-666-9555

Palace Nightclub

This mega nightclub is so over the top you may as well be in Dubai, or at the very least, Vegas. The 24,000 square foot Moroccan-themed club throws all the glitz 1,500 party-goers can handle. Arc... read more

41 E. Oak St., Chicago 60611
312-649-9720

Pomellato

Never has Chicago's Gold Coast sparkled quite so magnificently as it does not that Pomellato has made its home on Oak Street. The illustrious Milanese jewelry house's statement-making rings get an ... read more

2456 N. California Ave., Chicago 60647
773-342-4400

Letizia's Fiore

The owners of Letizia's Natural Bakery and Enoteca Roma have combined the brilliance of both to create this Logan Square pizza cafe. The bright, pretty space is decked out in simple hardwood, acc... read more

1670 W. Division St., Chicago 60622
773-252-6499

Bangers & Lace

More of what Chicago does best: Beer and sausage. But not in a sweaty bierstube kind of way. Rather, this place offers a slightly more refined setting with its long bar lined with 32 vintage taps... read more