DK Travel : Chicago : Places to eat

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CHICAGO PIZZA AND OVEN GRINDER

This is a must see when in Chicago. It has the best salads anywhere! They even have salads for men if you call a eight layer of greens, veggies, cheese, ham all in a huge bowl I dare you to finish! To accompany the salad order a Mediterranean bread, which is half as big as your table. You just tear into the flat bread with olive oil, Parmesan, and spices. I just tear a piece and fold it as you would a taco and Vavavavoom dig in. I will guarantee you will be full. And just in case you are not, order an oven grinder sandwich, or even better their version of a deep deep dish pizza. You will be back when in Chicago. You will also enjoy the fact that across the street is the same location for the Valentine Day Murders, from the Capone era. So you will enjoy history as well. Come early as you will wait a bit but it will be worth the wait. See the website to check hours.
Ada’s Famous Deli

Walk right in for generous portions of deli favorites such as matzo ball soup and stuffed cabbage.
Ambria

With its Art Nouveau detailing, cozy leather banquettes, and dark woods, Ambria is among the city’s most romantic dining options. And the dining experience matches the style here as chef Gabino Soltelino prepares contemporary French meals with a sophisticated understatement. Service is formal and the sommelier is one of the best in Chicago.
Ambria

Tuxedoed staff set an elegant tone at this French special-occasion favorite.
Ann Sather

Known for its scrumptious breakfasts, this Swedish restaurant also serves lunch and dinner specialties such as meatballs.
Ann Sather

Locals line up on Sunday mornings at the original Belmont Avenue Ann Sather for plates of oversized, sticky cinnamon rolls. But the Swedish diner makes a more ethnic appeal at lunch and dinner with limpa (Swedish rye bread), zesty duck with lingonberries, and hearty Swedish meatballs.
Arun’s

Distinct from other Thai restaurants in the city, Arun’s serves a gourmet version of the spice-and-vegetable driven Asian fare with high quality ingredients and careful presentation. Multi-course fixed-price menus change nightly, and dietary restrictions can be taken into consideration with advance notice. The quiet Thai art-trimmed rooms are conducive to conversation.
Atwood Café

Expect top-notch hotel dining, where creative American cuisine leans toward comfort food.
Bin 36

A wine bar of warehouse proportions, Bin 36 engenders an infectious enthusiasm for wine and food. The many small dishes encourage sampling.
Blackbird

Foodies and the fashion set both agree on Blackbird, an eatery that sports minimalist decor and shoves the tables so close together that eavesdropping becomes part of the experience. Chef Paul Kahan generates the buzz, preparing sophisticated American dishes with French leanings. Menus change seasonally but reservations are perennially a must.

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