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Inovasi

Enjoy an ever changing menu of locally sustainable organic ingredients in a fine dining atmosphere at Inovasi. The service is top notch, as you enjoy uniquely prepared Contemporary American dishes in a quiet and relaxed space. Enjoy live music on Wednesdays.

Angry Crab

Angry Crab brings California to Chicago. Enjoy amazing creole flavors in a west coast styled crab boil. Don’t be shy, put on the plastic bag and dig right into your bag of seafood with your hands – it is truly an experience. There’s lots more on the menu, but the crab is king!  

Aroy Thai

Truly authentic Thai cuisine is on the menu at Aroy Thai. Be prepared for intense spice and flavors. BYOB 

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Watch Season 15, Episode 8

Check, Please! host Catherine De Orio welcomes guest reviewers Ryan Lowe, Melissa Cunningham, Gilles Aniorte who weigh in on Chicago area eateries EL Ideas,

Khalid Kamal, Owner of Shokran
Moroccan Cuisine with Khalid Kamal of Shokran

Khalid Kamal, Owner of Shokran

 

Hello everyone! This was my favorite episode of the season so far! The restaurants could not be more different. Each has something very unique to offer and they are located quite literally all over town. And as always, I had wonderful guests at the table to chat about them! This week we visited Shokran in Irving Park, Chef Shangri-La in North Riverside, and El Ideas in University Village.

Where do Chicago’s Top Chefs Eat?

We close out the 15th Season with a Chef’s Choice Special! On the season finale, Chicago’s top chefs reveal where THEY like to eat in our great city. Can you guess which restaurant they picked? Discover their favorites - plus some other pretty great options too - take the quiz below! This special episode premieres Friday, February 26 at 8:00 pm on WTTW11 and right here.

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.