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| American/
Contemporary/
Breakfast | 13/20 |
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553 W. Diversey Pkwy.
Chicago, IL 60614
773-234-2320
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| Irish/
American/
Bar | 12/20 |
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3420 W. Grace St.
Chicago, IL 60618
773-478-4408
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| | This circa 1973 live-music venue, featuring nightly acts, is every bit as much a family-friendly bar. Read GAYOT's Abbey Pub Restaurant Review
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| Modern American/
Molecular | 18/20 |
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1723 N. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60614
312-867-0110
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| | Evocative, small-bite molecular arrangements from chef Grant Achatz help keep Chicago firmly planted on the culinary map. Read GAYOT's Alinea Restaurant Review
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| Scandinavian/
American/
Breakfast | 11/20 |
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909 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-348-2378
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| New American | 13/20 |
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Hotel Burnham
1 W. Washington St.
Chicago, IL 60602
312-368-1900
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| American/
Eclectic/
Sandwiches | 11/20 |
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535 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-644-3524
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| | Sandwich-minded spot with great rotisserie birds finds a happy home on Michigan Avenue. Read GAYOT's Bandera Restaurant Review
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| Contemporary/
New American | 14/20 |
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1612 W. Division St.
Chicago, IL 60622
773-235-8800
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| | The Bedford’s speakeasy/Mad Men appeal stems from its classic cocktails, contemporary American fare and former historic bank building digs. Read GAYOT's The Bedford Restaurant Review
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| Asian/
Latin American/
Pan-Asian | Quick Bite |
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1912 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
773-252-1414
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| | Located under the Blue Line tracks, this BYOB from Bill Kim hits head-on with full-flavored Latin and Asian notes. Read GAYOT's Belly Shack Restaurant Review
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| American/
German | 12/20 |
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17 W. Adams St.
Chicago, IL 60603
312-427-3170
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| Contemporary/
California/
American | 14/20 |
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Marina City
339 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-755-9463
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| Contemporary/
American | 15/20 |
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619 W. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60661
312-715-0708
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| Contemporary/
American | 15/20 |
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1729 N. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60614
312-337-6070
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| | A chic, stylish place---complete with a touted chef---for theater diners and hardcore food lovers. Read GAYOT's Boka Restaurant Review
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| American/
Breakfast | 11/20 |
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1381 W. Hubbard St.
Chicago, IL 60622
312-666-3166
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| American Regional/
Mediterranean | 15/20 |
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2152 N. Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
773-862-5555
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| | A casual yet polished restaurant with a made-from-scratch approach and highly seasonal, innovative dishes. Read GAYOT's The Bristol Restaurant Review
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| American Regional/
Mediterranean | 14/20 |
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4111 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60613
773-472-4111
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| | Local, fresh-from-farm ingredients are in the spotlight at this charming, contemporary American eatery. Read GAYOT's Browntrout Restaurant Review
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| Burgers/
American | Quick Bite |
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1541 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.
Chicago, IL 60660
773-944-0373
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| Burgers/
American | 13/20 |
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1021 W. Armitage Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
773-697-3735
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| New American/
Seafood/
Contemporary | 14/20 |
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Affinia Chicago Hotel
166 E. Superior St.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-523-0923
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| | This modern, sea-centric spot features a visible wine cellar and the rooftop C-View lounge. Read GAYOT's C-House Restaurant Review
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| French/
American/
Contemporary | 14/20 |
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Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
20 E. Chestnut St.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-324-4000
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| Latin American | 13/20 |
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702 W. Fulton St.
Chicago, IL 60661
312-850-5005
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| | The scene is lively at this festive, colorful Latin spot---but it’s the (local) food that really heats things up. Read GAYOT's Carnivale Restaurant Review
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