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Italian14/20
 
5316 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640
773-506-9990
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 Atypical Italian fare graces this Andersonville storefront with the makings for a great family supper. Read GAYOT's Anteprima Restaurant Review

 
 
Japanese/
Sushi/
Small Plates
14/20
 
1829 W. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
312-243-1535
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 Elegant, artful sushi that shows both restraint and swagger, thanks to B.K. Park. Read GAYOT's Arami Restaurant Review

 
 
Thai14/20
 
4156 N. Kedzie Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618
773-539-1909
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 Our choice, if there be only one, for Thai food in the Midwest. Read GAYOT's Arun's Restaurant Review

 
 
Contemporary/
New American
14/20
 
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

 
 
Southern/
Contemporary
14/20
 
5347 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640
773-275-5725
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 Southern cuisine gets an update at this small, chef-driven gem. Read GAYOT's Big Jones Restaurant Review

 
 
Contemporary/
California/
American
14/20
 
Marina City
339 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-755-9463
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 Don’t underestimate the power of a good wine bar, especially when the food rocks. Read GAYOT's Bin 36 Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Contemporary/
Bistro
14/20
 
840 N. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-944-8400
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 Veteran chef Martial Noguier debuts as restaurateur with this modern French bistro in the Gold Coast. Read GAYOT's Bistronomic Restaurant Review

 
 
Sushi/
Japanese/
Small Plates
14/20
 
4650 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640
773-334-6288
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 Anything but typical, this hidden sushi lounge draws locals for sharable rolls and small plates. Read GAYOT's Blue Ocean Restaurant Review

 
 
American Regional/
Mediterranean
14/20
 
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

 
 
New American/
Seafood/
Contemporary
14/20
 
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

 
 
French/
American/
Contemporary
14/20
 
Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
20 E. Chestnut St.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-324-4000
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 This near-Water Tower hideaway is an architecturally dramatic dining destination. Read GAYOT's Cafe des Architectes Restaurant Review

 
 
Contemporary/
American/
Italian
14/20
 
4882 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640
773-878-4882
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 Giuseppe Scurato's lovely storefront turns out contemporary American cooking. Read GAYOT's Ceres’ Table Restaurant Review

 
 
Barbecue14/20
 
1160 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60610
312-642-1160
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 Renowned pit mistress Lee Ann Whippen’s Gold Coast digs prove barbecue has officially gone glam. Read GAYOT's Chicago q Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican14/20
 
3023 N. Broadway St.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-296-6901
  
 Farm-focused Mexican BYOB from a Rick Bayless (and Top Chef-testant) vet earns a following in Lakeview. Read GAYOT's Chilam Balam Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican14/20
 
2459 W. Armitage Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
773-697-4597
  
 Named for a town in Veracruz, this Mexican BYOB with a bright façade serves seriously tasty regional cuisine. Read GAYOT's Chilapan Restaurant Review

 
 
Sushi/
Japanese
14/20
 
2045 N. Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
773-235-5775
  
 Sushi, cooked entrées and vegetarian options abound at this romantic Bucktown BYOB. Read GAYOT's Coast Sushi Bar Restaurant Review

 
 
Indian/
Nepalese/
Vegetarian
14/20
 
1414 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
773-342-1414
  
 Hold on to your lassi --- this buzz-worthy Indian and Nepalese eatery saves the trek to (and parking problems on) Devon Avenue. Read GAYOT's Cumin Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
Wine Bar
14/20
 
1359 W. Taylor St.
Chicago, IL 60607
312-226-5550
  
 Scott Harris delivers yet another topnotch Italian spot with this handsome Taylor Street gem. Read GAYOT's Davanti Enoteca Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse/
Modern American
14/20
 
The JAMES
616 N. Rush St.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-660-6000
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 David Burke (well, actually, Rick Gresh) takes on steak --- and Chicagoans couldn’t be happier. Read GAYOT's David Burke's Primehouse Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
American/
Contemporary
14/20
 
JW Marriott Chicago
151 W. Adams St.
Chicago, IL 60604
312-660-8866
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 The JW Marriott-centered venture from BLT Restaurants features the modern Italian wizardry of Todd Stein. Read GAYOT's The Florentine Restaurant Review

 
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