Destination Guide Refined by Contemporary Cuisine American (21) Bars, Clubs + Pubs (5) Desserts (3) Eclectic (7) French (6) Italian (5) Mediterranean (1) Seafood (5) Steakhouse (1) Vegetarian (1)
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Cielo (Omni Chicago Hotel) 676 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60614 312.944.7676 |
an american/italian restaurant on the fourth floor of the omni chicago hotel, cielo is divided into three separate areas: bar, dining room, lounge. a trompe loeil mural in the arched ceiling in the center of the room cre... more
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Cite 505 N. Lake Shore Drive (Lake Point Tower), Chicago, IL 60601 312.644.4050 |
for 31 years, cite has stood 70 stories high as a chicago institution. the ultimate dining experience features dazzling new decor, savory menu selections, impeccable service, the romantic skyline lounge, private banquet ... more
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Cloud Nine 1944 N Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL 60618 773.486.3900 |
Crofton on Wells 535 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60601 312.755.1790 |
chef and owner suzy crofton breaks a few contemporary-dining rules with her eponymous restaurant. she doesnt pack tables too closely together (the dining room, although small, is surprisingly comfortable), she keeps the ... more
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Darwin's 1935 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL 60618 773.772.3719 |
phlair offers american and continental food with some well-chosen twists. salads, empanadas, and novelties such as blackened salmon with watercress are available as starters. traditional sandwiches also get special treat... more
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Dixons 1600 W. 16th St., Oak Brook, IL 60181 630.684.0477 |
i wanted it to be finer dining, but with an approachable elegance, says john dixon of his new french-influenced contemporary american eatery. his partner in the venture is steve byrne, owner of bistro banlieue in lombard... more
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Dunlays on Clark 2600 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60618 773.883.6000 |
my favorite place to eat in lincoln park! i love the staff, and the burgers are amazing. remember to save room for the cookie
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Erwin 2925 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60618 773.528.7200 |
this appealing spot brims with the sunny personalities of owners erwin and cathy drechsler. the straightforward menu may look ordinary--roasted chicken with lemon-garlic sauce, for instance--but the skillful cooking will... more
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Feast 1616 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL 60618 773.772.7100 |
always changing, debbie sharpe, chef-restaurateur, moved her casual eatery to the lighter, brighter bucktown site of the now defunct commune. dishes from a variety of cuisines are inspired and creative in a global menu f... more
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Fio 566 Chestnut St., Winnetka, IL 60062 847.441.4600 |
chef-owner marty rogak (formerly of karizma in skokie) has found his niche in winnetka. he has fashioned a menu that blends contemporary american with classic french, and it is very eater-friendly. the dining room, with ... more
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