Best places to eat in Chicago
Popular picks: Deep-dish pizza: A Chicago staple, known for its thick crust and generous fillings. · Chicago-style hot dog: An all-beef frankfurter on a poppy-seed bun, topped with a specific set of ingredients. · Italian beef sandwich: Thinly sliced beef in a roll, often dipped in au jus. · Jibarito: A sandwich made with flattened fried green plantains instead of bread. · Pierogi: A nod to the city's Eastern European population, these dumplings are often filled with meat, cheese, or potatoes. · Garrett Popcorn: A famous Chicago snack, try the Garrett Mix - a combination of caramel and cheese popcorn. · Malort: A local, bitter liquor that's a rite of passage for many Chicagoans. · Chicago Mix pizza: A combination of various pizza styles from the city. · Gyros: Reflecting the city’s Greek influence, these sandwiches are made with rotisserie-cooked meat. · Corned beef sandwich: Found at many of the city’s delis. · Chicago-style ribs: Typically seasoned with a dry rub and slow-cooked in a pit. · Rainbow Cone: A famous ice cream cone with a mix of five flavors. · Chicken Vesuvio: A one-pan dish made with chicken and potatoes in a garlic, white wine, and olive oil sauce. · Paczki: Polish doughnuts that are a Fat Tuesday tradition. · Tamales: A nod to Chicago's Mexican community, these are often sold by street vendors.
The Momo World$4.5Authentic Nepalese street food spot serving flavorful dumplings in Chicago
Xoco$$4.5Vibrant counter service Mexican street food and fresh churros in River North
Yolk$$4.5Cheery Chicago breakfast and brunch staple serving creative egg dishes and specialty coffee
Big Star$$4.4Lively Wicker Park staple serving Mexican street food and house margaritas
Frances’ Deli and Brunchery$$4.4A lively Lincoln Park destination for creative brunch flights and breakfast
Luella's Southern Kitchen$$4.4Authentic scratch-made Southern comfort food and hearty brunch in Chicago.
Pequod's Pizza$$4.4Iconic Chicago deep dish famed for its signature caramelized cheese crust
Portillo's Hot Dogs$4.4Iconic Chicago classic serving famous hot dogs, Italian beef, and shakes
Summer House Santa Monica$$$4.4Sunny West Coast vibes and California cuisine in Lincoln Park
Sweetgreen$$4.4
Taqueria Chingon$4.4Elevated, creative tacos served fresh in Chicago's vibrant Fulton Market.
The Marq$$4.4Stylish Loop dining spot serving elevated American fare and craft cocktails
Vito and Nick’s Pizzeria$4.4Iconic South Side Chicago institution famous for thin-crust tavern-style pizza
- Yolk$$4.4
A sunny Chicago breakfast and brunch staple serving creative egg dishes
- Yolk$$4.4
Popular Chicago breakfast chain known for creative omelets, pancakes, and coffee
La Chaparrita$4.3Iconic Little Village counter serving authentic specialty tacos and aguas frescas
Serai$$4.3Authentic Southeast Asian and Malaysian comfort food in Lincoln Park Chicago
- Portillo's Hot Dogs$4.2
Classic Chicago food institution serving legendary hot dogs and Italian beef
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