Must-try cocktail: Wood-Burning Stove. As cozy as it sounds: New Holland amber rum, Koval ginger liqueur, and almond syrup, sprinkled with nutmeg.
Raincoat was deliciously refreshing compared to the relatively tasteless, yet highly recommended, Sloe gin fizz. Definitely worth the extra $4.
Drinks are stiff and true to tradition, order a classic sidecar or sloe gin fizz: http://tmoutchi.us/13EV7jr Read more.
Warm up this winter with the hottest toddies Chicago has to offer. This delicious drink is made with chestnut bourbon, lemon, honey syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
The tradition at CH Distillery is one of the 100 best things we drank this year. http://tmout.us/rLOtk Read more.
Worth the wait in line. The Cluck-N-Gaufre (chicken and waffles) is amazing. Nutmeg hot sauce, fried chicken, and sweet potato waffle is a unique take on the classic.
Eater '16 BEST FRIED CHX: bird soaks in herbed brine; dusted in flour coating & fine white cornmeal, gilded w/spices like sage and nutmeg; & finished in a combination of lard, ham drippings, & butter
Their family-style fried chicken lunch is guaranteed to put you (and the rest of your party) into a blissful, food-induced coma. It's a great deal for 3 meals' worth of food!
Trust us, you don’t want even a morsel of the Pimiento cheeseburger to go anywhere but in your mouth. http://tmoutchi.us/YmTIHi Read more.
They had a free wine tasting from 3-6 on Saturday. What a gem. Tried 4 great wines and the sommelier was incredibly knowledgeable. Will definitely be back for some more wine
Try the goat wontons- incredible! Stuffed olives, meatballs, short ribs, fried succotash, the wisteria drink (picture with lavender sprig & nutmeg on top of frothy egg white
Orange Label Missoni at this location (thank God!) The restaurant:Yummy! Excellent Argentinian Malbec the glass. Pom Margarita super strong! Read more.
Roasters with an incredible selection of Coffee, tea and herbs. They brew some great lattes and offer local bakery goods.www.coffeeandtea.com
Seasonal tasting events, vino on tap and a beautiful backyard patio make this wine bar a prime place to unwind with whatever bottle you choose to uncork. Read more.
I'm a fan of the pâté board, but there's something here for everyone. Ask your waiter for recommendations if you're unsure of what to order. Great dinner spot pre-theater!
Try the Regular burger - maybe the best burger in the city. Read more.