Between Milwaukee and Chi-town its only 1 h 25 min (91.9 mi) via I-94 W south given traffic and weather but these new restaurant openings make the dinner
drive worthwhile.
Aloha Poke Booming business means a larger stall for poke perfection inside the Chicago French Market.
Apogee Swank rooftop lounge at Dana Hotel & Spa.
Artango Bar & Steakhouse Argentinean steakhouse livens up Lincoln Square with music and food.
Bang Bang Pie Shop Expect an array of pies and biscuits at this Ravenswood bakery.
Bar Roma Old-world Italian marries old-world Chicago in this rustic, industrial-inspired eatery in the heart of Andersonville.
The Barn A clandestine meat lover's paradise from restaurateur Amy Morton finds a home in downtown Evanston.
Barrio Upscale, rustic Mexican concept from DineAmic Group in River North.
Bellemore Enjoy New American fare in a luxe space in Chicago's West Loop.
Cabana Club A rooftop, poolside lounge in Wicker Park’s The Robey.
Clever Rabbit Veggie-focused Clever Rabbit hops into Wicker Park.
Cruz Blanca Rick Bayless' craft brewery pairs Mexican beer with do-it-yourself Oaxacan tacos.
Cupitol Coffee & Eatery An offshoot of the Evanston original brews stylish all-day dining in Streeterville.
The Dearborn An American tavern in Chicago's Loop.
DMK Burger Bar Oakbrook Center’s upscale food hall is home to this outpost of DMK Burger Bar.
El Che Bar Grilled fare utilizing locally sourced products at this West Loop restaurant.
Ella Elli Global fare and vintage cocktails lend sophistication to Chicago’s Southport Corridor.
Elske David and Anna Posey present New American fare at this West Loop restaurant.
Entente Stylish, globally inspired plates shine at this intimate Lakeview restaurant.
Fat Baby Tacos A plum position on Hubbard Street, a hotbed of nightlife in River North, is a clear pipe for this counter-service taco joint.
Furious Spoon A larger location of ramen spot Furious Spoon in Logan Square.
Giant Giant restaurant in Logan Square puts a fun spin on American fare.
GT Prime A meat-centric sister restaurant to GT Fish & Oyster.
H! Bar Multitasking area in the lobby of The Hollander in Wicker Park.
il Porcellino A pasta-focused Italian restaurant by Lettuce Entertain You in River North.
Imperial Lamian Authentic Chinese noodles, dim sum and barbecue in an elegant, modern setting.
Katana A hip Japanese restaurant and creative sushi hot-spot transplanted from Los Angeles.
Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya Chicago branch of the Japanese ramen chain.
KorFusion Korean-inspired fare gets the fast-casual treatment in Lincoln Park.
Lady Gregory's Beloved pub brings Irish charm to Old Town.
Leña Brava Fresh seafood, mezcal and Guadalupe Valley wines reign supreme at Rick Bayless' live-fire cooking restaurant.
Leviathan Monster-inspired bar in River North’s Dana Hotel & Spa.
Lowcountry OPENING EARLY 2018 --- South Loop outpost of the boil-in-a-bag seafood destination.
Margeaux Brasserie Michael Mina brings Parisian flair to the Waldorf Astoria Chicago.
Michael Jordan's Restaurant Cornerstone Restaurant Group brings its upscale steakhouse to Oak Brook.
Nutella Cafe Can a hazelnut spread sustain a standalone restaurant? On Chicago’s Mag Mile it can.
Portsmith Seafood concept in River North’s Dana Hotel & Spa.
Proxi A globally inspired restaurant from chef Andrew Zimmerman.
Publican Anker Come for the meat, stay for the brews at this Wicker Park rustic tap.
Rhyme or Reason Wicker Park music lounge and resto is funky soup for the soul.
Ronero There’s no mistaking the tropical Latin vibe in this Restaurant Row hot-spot.
The Ruin Daily Booze and sandwiches go together like bread and anything in between at this West Loop eatery.
Sal's Trattoria Southport Avenue scores a classic neighborhood trattoria.
Split-Rail “New Americana” cuisine finds a home in West Town.
SteakBar Concept from Four Corners Tavern Group and Hogsalt offering bar food, fish steaks, burgers and meat in Old Town.
Sushi Taku Unfussy, friendly eatery satisfies a local crowd with all-you-can-eat sushi.
Torali Italian-Steak Italian steakhouse at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago.
20 East American cuisine at The Talbott Hotel on Chicago’s Gold Coast.
The Warbler Cozy spot in Lincoln Square from the team behind Gather.
Werewolf Coffee Bar West Lincoln Park coffee bar from DMK Restaurants.