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This Little New York Restaurant Brings Chicago Italian Beef, Hot Dogs, And Deep Dish Pizza To Brooklyn

I appreciate that the owner grew up in Illinois and wanted New York to taste his hometown classics. The walls back up that mission with Michael Jordan, Mike Ditka, and even Ferris Bueller keeping watch. Somewhere in Brooklyn, a sandwich of thin-sliced beef gets dunked in its own juices and...

Brooklyn, NY · 5d

everafterinthewoods.com

Over 100 Years Later, Fluky’s Original Spirit Lives On In This Chicago Hot Dog Counter

The hot dog brand that claims it invented the Chicago-style dog now serves lunch inside a Walmart. Yes, really, right there between the shopping carts and the checkout lanes. That same name started on a bustling Chicago street corner back when a full hot dog meal cost pocket change. During the Great Depression, it even fed hungry folks who couldn’t spare a coin.

Chicago, IL · 7d

hoodline.com

Taste of Chicago Inspections Found 160-Plus Violations, Records Show

City inspectors logged more than 160 health code violations among food vendors at this year's Taste of Chicago, with 58 of the festival's 81 vendors flagged for at least one violation, according to a records review. Ten vendors racked up five or more violations apiece, and two vendors were cited nine times each over the five-day run in Grant Park this past July.

islands.com

16 Best Iconic Roadside Restaurants Along Route 66 That Are Worth A Stop

Burgers, breakfast, and fried goodies often spring to mind when we think of iconic, retro American restaurants. Diners, barbecue joints, drive-ins, ice cream parlors, they're all here on U.S. Route 66, America's most iconic highway for a roadtrip. Known fondly as "The Mother Road," which celebrates its centennial in 2026, the highway currently stretches 2,238 miles between Chicago and Santa Monica, although many realignments throughout the 20th century accommodated new interstates and other changes, shortening the route from its original 2,448 miles. Today, some stretches double as interstate highways, while older parts of Historic Route 66 continue to pass through small towns. Along the way, eateries continue to cater to hungry tourists and truckers.

Chicago, IL · 10d

lionnewspaper.com

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Viet Heritage Cuisine offers authentic dishes

Vietnamese spice is kicking down doors to a whole new world of flavors. Viet Heritage Cuisine, located at 114 Countryside Plaza in Countryside, was opened by a group of local young people with the goal of introducing Vietnamese food to a broader audience. The restaurant offers a diverse selection of meals, with a modern environment and excellent, rapid service.

La Grange, IL · 8d

Block Club Chicago

Young SW Side Voters Deliver Pizza To The Polls: ‘We’ll Do Everything To Make Sure We’re Represented’

PILSEN — As voters in the lobby of Rudy Lozano Library grabbed warm, cheesy slices of pizza, some wondered aloud which politician had brought the dozen boxes and several bottles of orange soda to the Pilsen polling site Tuesday. “Is it free?” a voter asked Tuesday around 7:30 p.m....

takemetotn.com

7 Illinois Italian Bakeries Serving Fresh Cannoli Worth the Drive

A cannoli shake is a real thing you can order in Illinois, and I can’t stop thinking about it. It comes from a tiny shop built almost entirely around cannoli, right down to the cake and the bite-size versions. That shop isn’t alone in its devotion. Several Italian bakeries...

Chicago, IL · 7d

unearththevoyage.com

Three Generations Have Lined Up For The Same Grilled-Onion Polish At This Tiny Illinois Street-Corner Stand

Some of the best meals in Illinois come from places you would drive right past without a second look. A plain little counter, a short menu, and a line of hungry people can turn out to be a memory you carry for decades. I went looking for a quick lunch...

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The Best Hot Dogs in Chicago, According to Someone Who Has Tried 'Em All

If you're looking for the best hot dog in Chicago, you've come to the right place. While I can't tell you how many hot dogs I've eaten in my life, I am sure that number is in the many thousands. After high school, I worked at Nick's Nest, a hot dog stand in my Massachusetts hometown, where I would have one for lunch every day. They're a favorite food to eat while traveling, and I regularly grab them in my daily life as well, because I live in Chicago, where the hot dog is a local staple.

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The Best Italian Beef Sandwiches in Chicago

Once a concoction of old world innovation and available ingredients, Chicago's Italian beef has soared to become a delicacy. Through it's many iterations, the tried-and-true format has remained — hearty slices of beef stuffed into a French roll topped with peppers and doused with jus. Newer variations allow for melted cheese and others have even begun selling meat-free versions.

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The Crusader Newspaper

Chicago kitchenettes, cozy or criminal by design

You would think that Blacks leaving the South during the First Wave of the Great Migration would have enough to worry about when they sought housing in Chicago’s Black Belt. However, according to a new deep dive into the formation of “kitchenettes” in the area, “new” Blacks had to be concerned about the so-called “Old Settlers,” who often disparaged their own community members.

blockclubchicago.org

Time Is Running Out For THC Beverages In Illinois, And Breweries Are Selling Them Fast

CHICAGO — Now might be the best time to stock up on hemp-derived THC beverages in Chicago. They’re being sold buy-one-get-one at Logan Square’s Hopewell Brewing Company and Revolution Brewing in Avondale. Binny’s is running sales on virtually every THC beverage on its shelves. And brewers have ceased production — perhaps for good.

familydestinationsguide.com

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This Classic Illinois Diner Serves Up Breakfast So Good It Deserves Its Own Fan Club

There’s a diner in River Grove, Illinois, where the window literally tells you the rules before you even walk in, and honestly, that’s the most refreshing thing you’ll see all week. Blondie’s Diner isn’t playing games, and it isn’t pretending to be something it’s not....

River Grove, IL · 9d

The Coconut Mama

Illinois artisan grocery and cafe to close after 23 years as diner moves in

Illinois is preparing to lose a longtime independent food business as grocery closures continue changing where communities shop. Southport Grocery and Cafe, a neighborhood specialty market and daytime restaurant, will…

Chicago, IL · 8d

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I Flew to Chicago for 48 Hours to Try Noodles & Company's New Ramen—Here's What I Thought

Having only visited Chicago once before, I was determined to make the most of my whirlwind 48 hours in the Windy City. I flew in for an exclusive preview of Noodles & Company's newest ramen lineup, but naturally, I had to squeeze in some sightseeing and plenty of eating along the way.

Chicago, IL · 7d

Third Coast Review

Feature: Classic Chicago Comfort Food at Petterino’s

For those missing Coach Mike Ditka and pining for classic Chicago experiences like da ’85 Bears win, Petterino’s offers a nostalgic, reliable, and hearty Windy City dining experience. Founded 25 years ago, the Italian-style restaurant also offers live jazz on Monday nights, Dennis Watkins’ Magic Parlor on the lower level, and the podcast Booth 46, hosted by Steve Dale and produced by Petterino's, recorded twice a month in the timeless dining room.

uptownupdate.com

Uptown Farmer's Market Moves Indoors For The Winter To Uptown Taproom

"We’re excited to host the first winter edition of the Uptown Farmers Market, held at the Uptown Taproom (1265 W. Wilson). This will be a small (but mighty!) market with 5-6 vendors filling the space every Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM, starting November 14th. We're proud to...

takingthekids.com

Massive Apple Fritters Share The Counter With Real Strawberry Donuts At This Illinois Shop

A donut big enough to stand in for a wedding cake is a real thing in Illinois. At least one couple served giant ones at their reception instead of a tiered cake, and that tells you plenty about the size here. The shop behind them fries up apple fritters with...