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Emperor’s Choice $ The Scout Waterhouse
Chinese Map 5 B2 + Kitchen $$
2238 S Wentworth Ave., 60616 American Map 4 D4
Tel 312-225-8800 1301 S Wabash Ave., 60605
A Chinatown standby for Tel 312-705-0595
good Chinese fare, this small, non- This warm and welcoming sports
descript storefront has attracted bar is a fun spot for cheering on
a loyal following for its large local teams, and also serves great
portions and reasonable prices. pub food. Try the award-winning
grilled cheese.
Epic Burger $
Fast Food Map 3 C3 Southcoast Sushi $$
517 S State St., 60605 Sushi Map 4 D5
Tel 312-913-1373 1700 S Michigan Ave., 60616
Sustainably marketed Epic Tel 312-662-1700
Burger’s tagline is “A more This sleek eatery offers fresh sushi,
mindful burger.” They use only including a solid representation
grass-fed, pastured beef and of vegetarian maki, and signature
nitrate-free bacon. Turkey and rolls such as the ceviche roll.
portabello burgers also available. Bold dining room at Mercat a la Planxa in
the Renaissance Blackstone hotel Acadia $$$
Hackney’s Printer’s Row $ Nouvelle Map 4 D5
Pub Map 3 C3 Phoenix Restaurant $ 1639 S Wabash Ave., 60616
733 S Dearborn St., 60605 Chinese Map 5 B1 Tel 312-360-9500 Closed Mon
Tel 312-461-1116 2131 S Archer Ave., 60616 Michelin-starred restaurant
The main claim to fame here Tel 312-328-0848 serving beautifully presented
are burgers, for which the Bustling favorite in Chinatown, nouvelle cuisine. The tongue and
meat is ground in-house. Lively particularly for dim sum brunch. cheek, for example, consists of
bar with a good selection of The general menu is extensive halibut cheek and corned beef
draft beers. enough to please most. Visit on tongue with truffle emulsion.
a weekday to avoid a wait.
Harold’s Chicken Shack $ Everest $$$
Fast Food Map 3 C3 Weather Mark Tavern $ French Map 3 C2
636 S Wabash Ave., 60605 Tavern/American Map 4 D5 440 S LaSalle St., 60605
Tel 312-362-0442 1503 S Michigan Ave., 60605 Tel 312-663-8920 Closed Sun & Mon
Local chain with an uninspiring Tel 312-588-0230 On the 40th floor of the Chicago
fast-food ambience, but its fried Friendly neighborhood tavern Stock Exchange, guests can enjoy
chicken and fish dishes have a outfitted in a nautical theme with spectacular views. Awarded a
loyal fan following. booths flanked by sails. Meals Michelin star for its classic Alsatian
range from sandwiches and soups cuisine. Offers both meat-based
Kroll’s $ to pizzas, ribs, burgers, and steaks. and vegetarian tasting menus.
Family Map 4 D5
1736 S Michigan Ave., 60616 Yolk $ DK Choice
Tel 312-235-1400 Brunch Map 4 D4
Chicago outpost of the Green 1120 S Michigan Ave., 60605 Mercat a la Planxa $$$
Bay-based sports bar Tel 312-789-9655 Tapas Map 4 D3
and grill that is trying hard The menu at this cheerful 638 S Michigan Ave., 60605
to win the locals over. Beloved breakfast and lunch spot includes Tel 312-765-0524
by Wisconsin expats for their generous portions of eggs, Dramatic dining room on the
cheese curds and bratwurst. skillets, and a variety of pancakes second floor of the historic
and French toast. Expect a long Renaissance Blackstone hotel
Little Branch Café $ wait during peak brunch hours. with sweeping views of Grant
Brunch Map 4 D4 Park. Iron Chef winner Jose
1251 S Prairie Ave., 60605 Gioco $$ Garces serves delicious Catalan-
Tel 312-360-0101 Italian Map 4 D4 styled tapas and a variety of
Order the quiche of the day or 1312 S Wabash Ave., 60605 grilled meats and planks. A full
mascarpone-stuffed French toast Tel 312-939-3870 Closed Sun suckling pig can be arranged
at the counter of this delightful One of the pioneers of upscale with two days’ notice. Well-
brunch spot. There is also a full dining in the South Loop, Gioco chosen wine list.
bar to complement brunch. serves rustic Italian comfort food
in a suitably shabby-chic venue
Ming Hin $ reputed to be a former Al
Chinese Map 5 B1 Capone-era speakeasy.
2168 S Archer Ave., 60616 South Side
Tel 312-808-1999 Lao Sze Chuan $$
Dim sum is served late into the Chinese Map 5 B1 Cedars Mediterranean $
night at this spacious, tastefully 2172 S Archer Ave., 60616 Mediterranean Map 7 C3
decorated Chinatown favorite. Tel 312-326-5040 1206 E 53rd St., 60615
Adventurous diners can dig Chef Tony Hu’s flagship restaurant Tel 773-324-6227
into dishes like the beef tripe is a favorite with the local Chinese Popular restaurant that features
with ginger and onion as well community and Chicago’s foodies. all the Middle Eastern standards
as siz-zling pork liver and The staff aren’t always fluent in on the menu, as well as a small
kidney hot pot. English but do try to help. handful of Indian options.
Key to Price Guide see page 148
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