These 11 newcomers are making their mark on Chicago’s dining scene with unexpected flavors and bold concepts.

In the 1980s, many critics considered Le Francais — 30 miles north of Chicago in Wheeling, Ill. — the finest restaurant in the country.

Heavy with Italian tradition, Chicago is home to some of the country’s best red sauce restaurants. From timeless classics, such as spaghetti and meatballs and chicken Vesuvio, to contemporary ...

That Jerk, a sliced jerk-infused corned beef sandwich on rye bread, at The Corned Beef Hideout in Romeoville on March 7, 2025. (Audrey Richardson/Chicago Tribune) ...

Although Chicago is a city that boasts Michelin-recognized restaurants in nearly every neighborhood, sometimes the most simple and heartwarming dishes provide the most satisfaction. Soul food ...

Haire's has a long history in Chicago. Finnie Haire, the late husband of Aisha Murff, started selling shrimp on the South ...

Husband-and-wife team John and Jandee Craig opened their first restaurant, Da Sauce ... That's where they're serving Chicago favorites including thin, tavern-style pies with John's secret sauce ...

Chicago is becoming one of the nation's top cities for steak houses, according to a media group that ranks some of the world's best restaurants. Six Chicago eateries were included in the list of ...

Pi Day, celebrated on March 14 each year, honors the mathematical constant π with plenty of deals on sweet and savory pies, ...

The restaurant will also lead a Galentine ... Courtesy Robert's Pizza and Dough Company One of Chicago’s best pizzerias will be serving heart-shaped pies for Valentine’s Day.

and get ready for the best Mexican food in Chicago. In a perhaps not-very-interesting turn of events, Chicago’s most famous restaurant is one of our highest-rated. If you have a fancy restaurant ...