Chicago Restaurant Week(s) Underway

Trenchermen is one of the local restaurants participating this year

The 7th annual Chicago Restaurant Week is underway. The name is a bit misleading, since it’s now a two week event; it’s meant to promote the local restaurant industry during what is, traditionally, one of the slowest times of the year. The annual event encourages diners to try new restaurants in the Chicago area for a fraction of the cost of a typical three course meal. Diners are given the opportunity to choose from special prix-fixe menus starting at $22 for lunch and $33/$44 for dinner (tax, tip, gratuity NOT included) at more than 300 participating restaurants. Reservations are not required but are encouraged. For more information and to make a reservation, visit eatItUpChicago.com. The promotion ends February 6. Get out there and support the local food scene, and don’t be a Groupon-style diner – buy some booze while you’re at it.