The chefs at this carryout spot come from some of the best restaurants in the world (Charlie Trotter’s, El Bulli), and in most of the food it shows. Read more.
Awesome tiny loaves of soda bread with whipped butter. Get a Snake Bite and anything that comes with the chips. Chili is killer. Can't wait to try brunch.
The aggressively seasoned meat has a nice balance of lean meat and fat on their corned beef sandwich, and is made in-house.
You’re supposed to eat fish and chips in a musty pub for ultimate authenticity, right? Not come summer, and not when this Irish mainstay has a patio that’s a dead ringer. Read more.
My favorite Chicago beer, some of the best in the country - particularly seasonal Deth's Tar. Beer alone is enough to travel for, but their food is independently excellent. Start with bacon popcorn.
Located in trendy Logan Square, Revolution Brewing is one of Chicago’s artisanal brewing companies. Try the Bacon Fat Popcorn at their restaurant, which also has vegan-friendly options. Read more.