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Lawrence's Fish & Shrimp

A family-owned, low-key establishment located on the Chicago River. Fresh, fast food with a wide variety of options.

Athenian Room

Athenian Room is a delightful casual Greek dining experience in Lincoln Park. The kalamata Greek chicken is the signature dish to try in this over 40 year old restaurant. The portion sizes and price points are fantastic! Alcohol is not served. 

Ema

California style cooking meets Mediterranean flavors at this restaurant. Small plates are at the core of the menu along with dips and spreads.

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In restaurant news this week, a Wicker Park restaurant has launched a new lunch menu, a long-awaited West Loop eatery opened, and a cocktail lounge is throwing a “funky” wine tasting.

Where to Try Alabama BBQ

Summer is BBQ season, and there’s no better time to dig into plates of smoky meat. Whether you want to make the ’cue at home or go out to one of the many BBQ joints in the city, here’s one new-to-us type of BBQ to check out – Alabama white.

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Hybrid Croissant/Doughnuts Make it to Chicago

No doubt you’ve heard about the “cronut,” the hybrid croissant/doughnut that has swept the nation in the past month. The dessert, the brainchild of New York chef Dominique Ansel, has a trademarked name, so Chicago chefs jumping on the fried dessert bandwagon have to come up with their own names for them. Here’s where to find doughssants, croughnuts, dossants, and crognets around Chicagoland.

Chef with a glass of wine

Sit down at the table with David Manilow, creator of Check, Please!, as he explores the Chicago food and restaurant landscape with the unique personalities who have influenced it.

A chef in her restaurant

An original web series that profiles a diverse group of Chicago area restaurateurs, chefs, baristas, gin enthusiasts, and others. Meet the people who feed you.

Dishalicious show host in apron

Experience the culinary world — live and in-person — through the eyes of top Chicago chefs! Dishalicious is a fast-paced, live demonstration cooking show and event that’s fun and informative.

Discover the ways Chicago’s celebrity chefs unwind after they clock out of the kitchen. Get to know another side of these interesting personalities who — while known for their passion and work ethic in the kitchen — are fascinating and passionate people in their personal lives as well.