Chicago
Anything owned by Paul Kahan and Donny Medea. These two are the bad boys
of Chicago and all of their restaurants rock.
Check out Blackbird, Avec, or The Publican and be ready to eat some really
delicious, perfectly cooked food with fantastic service and design. www.blackbirdrestaurant.com,
www.avecrestaurant.com, www.thepublicanrestaurant.com
Hot Doug’s
Chicagoans love their dogs; and this place is one of the best and most
creative. www.hotdougs.com
Gibson’s
For a really fun night out at a great steakhouse, check out this Windy
City institution. www.gibsonssteakhouse.com
Matchbox
The smallest bar I’ve ever been in, I think. Order the Bloody
Mary, but be patient….it’s worth it.