A thin layer of red-velvet cake encases an enormous Big Fork bacon sausage, which you can dip in maple syrup in the "red velvet breakfast dog". En savoir plus .
We found a brunch cocktail we always hoped existed but never thought we’d find, La Bastarda, which the bar describes as the bastard child of a mimosa, Bloody Mary, bellini and margarita. Imagine that. En savoir plus .
Former TOC Theater editor Christopher Piatt hosts a weekly "live magazine" called the the Paper Machete at this rock venue. -JJ En savoir plus .
Marigold and Lokal veteran Monica Riley is the new chef here, and is frying up beer-battered cod with hand-cut fries, malt vinegar and a petit salad Fridays through Apr 6 for dinner only ($9). En savoir plus .
Experience the Infiniti G Convertible and enjoy dessert all night long during the 2012 Eat Out Awards.
The back room of a washed-up diner may not sound like much, but that's the beauty of the Lodge, a room that virtually placed Chicago on the alt-comedy map. En savoir plus .
Order the "Jongleurs Posh" package: 3 comedic performances alongside a 3-course dinner, w/ menu items such as an avo/crayfish starter, pan-fried sea bass w/ chive mash & seared cherry toms & deserts. En savoir plus .
The British Museum began from the collection of naturalist Sir Hans Sloane which he left to the nation on his death in 1753. Now it houses 7 million objects including more than 100 Egyptian mummies.
Head to the back of this import and specialty shop for a great selection of used drum kits, with prices and (conditions) more suited to giggers than collectors.
Welcome to the 2012 Eat Out Awards! Be sure to check in to the Infiniti Lounge where dessert is being served all night long and experience the Infiniti G Convertible.
Try the Swiss chard tortelloni from our 100 Best list: These chard-stuffed pasta pockets aren’t currently on the menu. But we strongly encourage you to start a petition to bring them back.
Now in its 10th season, the Lincoln Lodge features the best of Chicago’s comedians as well as musicians, poets, filmmakers and other off-beat variety acts.
6 Nations Rugby Championship will be shown here. Ex-pats are grateful for this pub - they show rugby, football (soccer), cricket and have a weekly pub quiz.
The boricua (with marinated beef of course) and asian pork meatball sandwiches here are two of the best in town. Finish with a soft serve topped with Vietnamese cinnamon carmel. - Inspector
With a pile of arugula, the egg sandwich feels guilt-free. Over-easy eggs are light, crispy bacon offers texture, and fluffy goat cheese brings it all together. En savoir plus .
Nothing's better than a great burger and a perfectly made martini. Be sure to order the Dietzler Farm burger with the works and a Rain Organics Vodka martini, made from 100% organic white corn.
As seen on The Beast. The steak sandwich goes above standard with herb butter on roasted onion bread, plus a handful of pecorino and truffle oil–laced fries. En savoir plus .
Try the Oatmeal-chocolate bread from our 100 Best list: There was nothing molecular or fancy about these thick slices of homey, chocolate-studded cake. There was, though, something special about them.
This shop is more of a restaurant, with checker-clothed tables where you can sit down and eat a bowl of lobster bisque, a hefty lobster roll or—and trust us, this is the way to go—fish-and-chips. En savoir plus .
Panini and wraps offer sustenance to counter the caffeine shakes, with a good assortment of vegetarian-friendly options to boot. Late-night hours make New Wave a frequent stop for night owls. En savoir plus .
