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September 8, 2009
33 Club Chicago
Jerry Kleiner continues his Chicago reign with this clubby, old-school Euro restaurant. Chef Daniel Kelly (Tramonto’s Steak & Seafood) helms the kitchen, churning out upscale bar snacks (bacon popcorn) and satisfying entrees (Maine lobster-stuffed chicken breast).
September 8, 2009
Cafe Selmarie Chicago
Darling neighborhood bakery and restaurant serves up piping hot scones and pastries to go. American-influenced breakfast; lunch, brunch, and dinner are also available — and delicious.
Photo: Courtesy of Cafe Selmarie
September 8, 2009
Perennial Chicago
Take Green City Market; add one adorable, adventurous chef (Ryan Poli — French Laundry, Le Francais); and voila. Spanish meets new American freshness at this LP spot.
Photo: Courtesy of Restaurant Intelligence Agency
October 8, 2008
The Publican Chicago
Dear Publican, your crisped frites tickle, your house-made ricotta woos, your beer selection tempts, your brunch entices, and you consistently deliver. Will you marry us?
Photo: Bob Briskey Photography / Courtesy of Restaurant Intelligence Agency
August 30, 2007
Violet Hour Chicago
If you had one more day to live (and were smart), you’d spend it at the Violet Hour. Don’t be fooled by the lack of signage: dusty blue hues, a speakeasy vibe, and cocktails you’d never be able to mimic if you tried.
Photo: Michelle Litvin / Courtesy of Restaurant Intelligence Agency
November 16, 2006
MK Chicago
Among Chicago’s tastiest (and priciest) restaurants, MK focuses on in-season ingredients to produce unforgettable meals.
July 12, 2007
Bluprint Restaurant Chicago
Located inside the Merchandise Mart, Bluprint serves lunch and early diners a New American menu from chef manager Sam Burman (Tru, Avenues). Sip a cocktail in the architectural lounge.
January 27, 2006
Sola Restaurant Chicago
Cali chef Carol Wallack stuns with West Coast flavors and a dash of Asia and Hawaii. Menu changes seasonally (summer brings sweet cherry salad and bacon-wrapped cobia); brunch is a must.
Photo: Anthony Tahlier
October 1, 2009
(K)new Cafe Chicago
Chef Omar Rodriguez (Think) dishes eclectic American eats (buffalo venison, beet salad, stuffed pimento peppers).
September 23, 2009
Semiramis Chicago
Creamy hummus, herbed fries, spicy shawarma, zingy tabbouleh, and more at this sweet, authentic BYOB joint.
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