Eating in Chicago

Chicago is home base for me, which makes this guide a little more personal.

Chicago is the city I know best, which is exactly why I am picky about what makes this guide. It is not only deep dish and steakhouses, even though those can absolutely have a place. It is neighborhood taverns, West Loop date nights, tasting menus, tacos, brunch spots, bakeries, and coffee shops.

Start here, then choose the guide that fits the kind of meal you want: Worth The Splurge for big nights out, Nick's Hometown Picks for the places I go to most, and Budget Friendly Eats for the meals that prove Chicago can still deliver without a huge bill.