Came to Chicago for the first time and as a big food enthusiast that’s half the reason I came, so here’s a brief review of where I went:
Friday night – Three Dots and a Dash (specifically the Bamboo Room speakeasy) for delicious tiki drinks in a fun environment. Got the Port Light and it was super booze forward, but so well made with premium spirits. Love!
Saturday morning – Au Cheval for brunch and got their single burger and added egg and bacon. Super indulgent and the bacon was phenomenal. Was quoted a 45 min wait, but it really took 20.
Lunch – Mr. Beef and I got the classic Italian Beef Sandwich and my god. I wish we had some of these here in Austin, TX where I’m from. The line looked long, but it was so efficient that I was in & out in no time.
Dinner – Oriole, specifically the Chef’s Table experience. First time at a 2* Michelin restaurant and each course was a thoughtful exploration of flavors and textures from French & Japanese cuisines. The Foie Gras toast was my favorite.
Sunday noon – I waited for 2 hours to try Kasama and… it’s hard to be mad. I should’ve ordered online as the in-person experience was nothing special, but the pastries were amazing – the Ham & Cheese Danish was my favorite.
Dinner – If you head to the airport from downtown, Pequod’s Pizza is just a 3-min detour. I placed a pickup order and they had some tables there for you to dine-in. This spot was the TRUTH! The caramelized crust was a welcome touch.
All in all – I WILL be back, Chicago! Great variety of food all around – respect!
by hungrylonghorn