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Food & Drink
Discover the best places to eat and drink with our restaurant reviews, bar guides, and culinary news.

5 Next-Wave Artisan Coffee Roasters for 2026
Sponsored by The Roast Haus Coffee Co. · Nov 10

Plan a Two-Drink Wedding Bar with Tiburon Rum and FIN Tequila
Sponsored by Tiburon Rum · Sep 18

Beyond the Brew: The Story Behind Wicked Kitty Coffee Co.'s Rescue Mission
Sponsored by Wicked Kitty Coffee Co. · Sep 15

Royal Oak's Culinary Scene Welcomes New Italian Eatery
Caitlin O'Malley · Aug 21

Chicago Fans Cheer World Cup 2026 Games at Recess
From a German-American cultural center in Ravenswood to a historic theater in Bridgeport, Chicago's neighborhoods are transforming into vibrant hubs for World Cup viewing parties.
Caitlin O'Malley· Jun 19· 3 min

Chicago Fire FC, Recess Host World Cup 2026 Watch Parties
Chicago Fire FC and Recess are teaming up for a 39-day World Cup celebration at Recess in the West Loop.
Caitlin O'Malley· Jun 12· 3 min
Analysis & Trends

Cafe or Tavern? Picking the Right Chicago Bar for Your Board Game Night
Caitlin O'Malley · Oct 31

Four Chicago Breweries, Four Very Different Kinds of Unusual
Caitlin O'Malley · Oct 25

Beyond Deep-Dish: Three Regional Pizza Styles That Define Chicago's Other Pizza Scene
Caitlin O'Malley · Oct 23

Four of Chicago's Most Unique Themed Dining Experiences, Compared
Caitlin O'Malley · Oct 19

Top New Restaurants Opening in Denver in 2026
Caitlin O'Malley · Sep 16

Top 2 Best New Fall Restaurants for Unique Dining Experiences
Caitlin O'Malley · Aug 25
Explainers

How to Read a Chicago Restaurant Inspection Report: A Diner's Guide to the Two Violation Tiers
Caitlin O'Malley · Nov 7

How to Start Composting in Chicago: A Step-by-Step Guide to the City's Free Food Scrap Drop-Off Program
Caitlin O'Malley · Oct 26

Understanding Chicago's Independent Farmers' Markets: A Decentralized System for Shoppers and Vendors
Caitlin O'Malley · Oct 27

How to Get a Chicago Food Truck License: Permits, Costs, and Rules Explained
Aisha Patel · Oct 18

How to Read a Restaurant Health Inspection Report
Caitlin O'Malley · Oct 8

