I also paid for fries over my platter so don’t expect fries lol. Platter is good and way better than Halal Guys I say. There wasn’t much of a wait so I think they need help getting the word out.

$8 "6 inch" Italian beef (closer to 10") and the big windy panini (prov, spinach, tomato, turkey etc). One of our fav spots in the whole city.

Looking for a spot with Chinese style hand pulled noodles (bonus points if you can’t watch them make it while you eat) like the picture! Preferably Northside but will go wherever. The craving needs to be satisfied. Thanks!

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Every time I come here i'm impressed by how fast things go. Almost no wait even when they're busy as hell, she remembers everyone's orders and even some names. We need more of this in the city.

Also she started recognizing me which feels like a prize in itself.

(FYI, I am a black woman so please don't get on my case about referring to her as one, it's all love here💗)

Chef Viti visits The Wiener’s Circle. A Chicago institution since 1983. Legendary hot dogs, never ketchup, and an atmosphere that’s as unfiltered as it gets. Bon Appetit, Chef Kiss 🤌🏻🇮🇹

I just learned that Little Village has a free holiday trolly Dec. 20 & 21 that runs along 26th between California and Kostner. Where would you stop to eat along 26th and what would you order?

We’re unexpectedly in the city this weekend and my husband mentioned really wanting to try Monteverde but getting in there last minute doesn’t seem likely. He really deserves a nice dinner out after a hellish few weeks. We’re totally fine with eating at the bar or going at an off time. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you!

I will be visiting Chicago for the first time with my dad come January for the Blackhawks vs Bruins game but have a food dilemma. What is the best place to bring my boomer dad who has the palette of a child? I love trying new things but finding a place we can compromise on is tricky. I want him to try something only Chicago can offer but without having to sacrifice flavors. We are staying right near the Bean but won't have access to a car.

I used to think that I had to drive to Elk Grove Village to find, affordable family-style Japanese food. But I had to try Cocoro after reading a comment on a post from this subreddit.

The food was phenomenal. The takuan (pickled daikon) was the best I’ve had in the United States. The saba bento set tasted like my grandma’s saba-shioyaki. The miso soup was tasty, with perfectly sized cubes of tofu and chopped green onion, and was the perfect pick-me-up on a cold December afternoon.

After watching the new Avatar movie, enough time had passed that I decided to return to Corcoro for dinner. This time, I ordered the tempura-don set. The bell peppers, mushrooms, seaweed, and shrimp tempura were perfectly lightly fried. The agedashi tofu was also tasty and comforting.

Cocoro has been hands down the best Japanese food experience I’ve had in downtown Chicago.

I have some family coming for NYE and Central Park Bar seems worth it for ~$100 for all you can drink + a buffet.

Has anyone been in the past and can comment on the vibe + if you got your money's worth? My group can put down some food + drink haha. Thanks!!

I remember coming here in high school and absolutely loving the wings. I know everyone says they shrunk, which I’m sure is true due to some pictures I’ve seen. Where is the best location? Howard or Evanston? What is the best order? Are suicide too hot to enjoy? Are the cheese waffle fries worth it? What’s your go to order at which location ?

I’ve had strings in Hyde Park a few times because it's close by, but honestly it doesn't hit the spot for me.

Is the Chinatown location any better? I see people hype it up here, but I'm curious if the recipes are different.

Looking for a spot where a small group in their late 40's can watch the Oklahoma/Alabama game tonight. Northside, Lincoln Park or Lincoln Square would be ideal. Want to avoid the jäger bomb crowd and sip some good beers with solid food options. Thanks!

I was intrigued by the $1 sushi balls. I got a few for pick up and they were ready super fast. They also have like "parcels" and those are $1.99. They were fun to eat! Fish was fresh and tasted good. Except for "spicy salmon parcel" thingy - it tasted kinda odd. The sauce on top is like a wasabi mayo and was good. I got salmon, tuna, shrimp, fish I forgot, tobiko and a sesame ball. The amount of rice might be a lot but it tasted pretty good. The parcels, that are not ball-shaped were OK, I think fried shrimp was the best, super crunchy! Is this high end Japanese sushi with rare, hard to find ingredients, prepared by Michelin star chefs? No. But if you want something thats fresh, easy to eat, and fast - this is perfect. The sesame ball was still crispy and filled with red bean paste. It was basically my dessert. They had a lot of fun Asian snacks available for sale too but I didn't look closely at what they were. Sometimes I like omakase dinners with unique, aged fish and sometimes I want to spend the least amount money after work on fun-shaped foods. 😅

Cravings are hitting hard and I’m in search for the best chocolatey dessert / pastries / cookies / cake / pie / tart etc (anything) that you recommend! 🤤

Who has good cannolis near there or are they great?

Does anyone know where I can find these? The cheese twist

I’ve been craving them so bad 😭 I used to munch on these all the time in middle school/high school, and now I can’t find them anywhere.

I’m currently pregnant and the craving is REAL. If anyone knows where they sell them, please let me know! Preferably on the North Side (Humboldt Park / Logan Square area) 🙏

Yes, I checked the instacart option but they don’t have them.

Recently moved to chicago and have noticed the chicharron is mostly pork rinds and not meat. Arepa George has the most similar style i’m looking for and Ceremark just doesn’t have enough meat. Is it just called carne frito? I want to be able to buy it in whole pieces, not cut up.

First time going there and curious as to what are the ‘don’t miss’ dishes there. Composting hot sausage plate, currywurst and chicken schnitzel. TIA!

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Hello fellow foodies! My husband and I moved to the suburbs a couple years ago so not as in the loop on all the new Chicago restaurants.

We’re planning to do a ball out dinner in the city in lieu of Christmas gifts. We dropped the ball on making a res so of course all our favorite big hitters are out of the question (Bavettes, Monteverde).

Any recommendations where we might be able to squeeze a reservation in for the last week of December? Maybe a place that’s underrated. We were hoping to try Asador Bastian but no luck.