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Eating carbohydrates by yourself is a beautiful thing. Here’s where to do it.
12 places for when you're looking for a little solitude, a bartender who respects boundaries, and a very good burger.
Don’t panic if you need a last-minute reservation. These are good places you can actually get into.
Your self-confidence is through the roof—take yourself out on a date.
Our picks for when it’s more about the drinks, but you still want some good food.
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82 Kimbap is a Korean food stall in Sterling Food Hall with great kimbap that's perfect for a quick lunch or snack.
Smash Jibarito is a Puerto Rican burger spot in Humboldt Park that serves smash patties with plantain buns.
Atelier is a Lincoln Square American restaurant serving a la carte dishes like linguine with mushroom conserva, and a tasting menu with foie gras pizza slices.
Creepies is a French-ish, Midwestern bistro in the West Loop with great dishes like brie gougeres, steamed mussels with fennel giardiniera, and chicken with liver and wine sauce.
Noodles Party Aomjai Thai Cuisine is a great restaurant in Albany Park with a menu that changes weekly, featuring delicious noodle soups and a few rice dishes.
Takumi Ramen is a Pilsen ramen spot across from Thalia Hall with garlic-sweet tonkotsu and juicy yakitori.
S.K.Y. is a great restaurant in Lincoln Park with lobster dumplings in jade butter, tikka masala lamb meatballs, and fried chicken with habanero butter.
Midōsuji is an omakase restaurant in the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel from the Boka team.
La Lunita is a Mexican restaurant in Logan Square with dishes like al pastor octopus or steak with chicatana peppercorn mole sauce.
Sho is an omakase restaurant in Old Town with a 10-course meal with dishes like sweet corn croquettes and sukiyaki-inspired handrolls.
No Pasa Nada is a taco stand in Mayfair with great tacos and quesadillas filled with charcoal-cooked meats.
A Pizza Pie in Uptown spot serves "medium-thickness crust" with toppings like sausage and pepperoni and BBQ chicken.
Eating carbohydrates by yourself is a beautiful thing. Here’s where to do it.
Kohoku-ku Ramen is a small ramen shop in Edgewater with a good line-up of both standard and specialty bowls.
12 places for when you're looking for a little solitude, a bartender who respects boundaries, and a very good burger.
Cellar Door Provisions is a Logan Square restaurant with seasonal small plates and a great selection of natural wines.
Noriko Handroll Bar is a great West Loop Japanese restaurant from the Perilla Fare team serving excellent handrolls.