A Chicago brewery’s recent move from Pilsen to the South Loop has not only beer fans excited, but also serious food lovers. That’s because Moody Tongue Brewing took over a massive space near McCormick Place, offering both a bar menu and a more formal dining room, and in both cases, they’ve released a slew of new … Continued
A wave of new breweries has swept across Chicago in recent years, but a new brewery in West Town actually has four different owners. It’s a pour-your-own style of brewpub, where guests decide exactly how much or how little they’d like to try. Plus, there’s barbecue that’s a lot better than you’d expect. District Brew Yards … Continued
Supper clubs have always been a part of the fabric of the Midwest, a place where you could get steak, potatoes and a shrimp cocktail. At The St. Clair Supper Club, tucked away in the basement of Roister in the West Loop, the creative team from The Alinea Group is now putting their own spin … Continued
After more than three decades in business, the Mitsuwa Marketplace in Arlington Heights just completed a major renovation. The store is a beacon for all things Japanese, and draws customers from all over the Midwest. It’s a completely different feeling at Mitsuwa these days. Gleaming shelves, wide aisles and the usual assortment of freshly-prepared Japanese … Continued
We all know how important pizza is in Chicago, there are now two new spots that make great pies and aren’t deep dish or tavern-style. Not many pizza places in town are making their own cheese, but at the new Mozzarella Store, Pizza and Caffe just off of Michigan Avenue, the Italian import is making … Continued
With only a few more weeks left of summer, a cup of Italian ice at Little Lulu’s makes the ideal summer treat. The shop is located in Portage Park, offering classic flavors with a just a few ingredients each day. When a Portage Park mom realized all her kid liked was ice cream she sought … Continued
Korean food is often thought of for its barbecue or kimchi, but at Do Eat Korean BBQ, a refreshing, cold noodle dish is offered, making it the perfect summertime option on the menu. Faced with barbecue tables and their embedded grills, it’s easy to just order some kalbi or bulgogi and cook things yourself inside … Continued
Food halls seem to be popping up in Chicago like potholes in Springtime, and another unique option has appeared along the far western edge of Fulton Market, where just five mini dining options await — each with a unique approach to its cuisine. It takes both skill and an understanding of the local food scene … Continued
In early 2002, Calvin Trillin wrote a funny yet memorable story in The New Yorker about Cajun boudin (“Missing Links”) that has stuck with me ever since. In the years since I read the story, I’ve been to New Orleans several times, and have seen boudin on local menus; it’s usually gussied up with a … Continued
A new wave of Indian restaurants have been popping up in Chicago recently. Not to be confused with all-you-can-eat buffets on Devon Avenue, these are in high-rent areas, with classically-trained chefs making dishes inspired by classics, but often reinterpreted. And that’s the case at our food reporter’s latest find, on West Randolph. You can tell … Continued
There are plenty of fast food options near the Chicago Board Options Exchange, but most of those South Loop options are of the burger, fry or sub sandwich variety. A new concept – promising fast, fresh and flavorful Indian food – has already a gained a loyal following in the short time its been in … Continued