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Chicago's 2023 Michelin Bib Gourmand List, Mapped

Where to find Michelin-approved "quality food for good value" in Chicago

by Naomi Waxman and aimee.levitt Updated
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Chicago has five new Bib Gourmand restaurants.
| Garrett Sweet/Eater Chicago
by Naomi Waxman and aimee.levitt Updated

Michelin's Bib Gourmand list is revered by travelers as a sign of a quality meal at an affordable price. These are restaurants where Chicago diners can order two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for about $50 without tax and gratuity.

The 2023 list adds five new restaurants while removing nine. Six of its previous members — Dos Urban Cantina, Flat & Point, Funkenhausen, GT Fish & Oyster, Joe’s Imports, and Pizzeria Bebu — fell off the list due to permanent closure. Other removals include DeColores, Herb, and Marisol inside the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Scroll through the map below for Michelin’s take on Chicago’s dining scene. Those in search of fancy fare can check out the city’s latest Michelin-starred restaurants.

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Mango Pickle

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Edgewater's creative Indian destination maintains its Michelin status. The cuisine is far from traditional, as chef Marisa Paolillo is eager to challenge perceptions of what Indian food can be. There’s also a killer cocktail list.

5842 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60660
(773) 944-5555
(773) 944-5555

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Kie-Gol-Lanee

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Named after the Oaxacan village of Santa Maria Quiegolani, this charming Uptown restaurant, led by chef Reynel Mendoza, is known for stellar moles, tlayudas, and delicate blue corn tortillas made by hand.

5004 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640
(872) 241-9088
(872) 241-9088

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Munno Pizzeria & Bistro

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Munno Pizzeria Bistro, a specialist in pastas and Neapolitan-inspired pies in Uptown, held onto its Bib Gourmand distinction for a third year.

4656 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 942-7575
(773) 942-7575

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Boonie's Filipino Restaurant

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The trajectory of chef Joe Fontelera, previously the culinary engine behind sushi hit Arami, has gripped Chicago’s culinary scene since his 2020 launch of Boonie Foods, a Filipino American stall inside Revival Food Hall. A rare pandemic success story, the stall closed two years later to make way for Boonie’s, Fontelera’s stand-alone restaurant in Lincoln Square where he imbues his family history into a menu of joyful Fil-Am favorites for dinner and weekend lunch.

4337 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
(708) 990-8886
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Sochi Saigonese Kitchen

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The name “Sochi” is a combination of the first names of the owners, Chinh Pham and Son Do, who met and married in Saigon. Their Lakeview restaurant, which opened in 2021 and made its Bib Gourmand debut a year later, serves pho, curry, chicken wings, and noodle salads across the street from Schubas.

1358 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 904-8511
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Chilam Balam

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The creative Mexican restaurant in East Lakeview, owned by Soraya Rendon and run by chef Natalie Oswald, retains the spot it’s held on the Bib Gourmand list since 2017.

3023 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 296-6901
(773) 296-6901

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Dear Margaret

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Dear Margaret, a charming tribute to French-Canadian cuisine tucked inside a homey space in Lakeview, has blossomed into a neighborhood destination from longtime Chicago restaurant publicist and owner Lacey Irby and chef Ryan Brosseau. Together, the pair first secured Bib Gourmand recognition in 2022.

2965 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 360-8213
(773) 360-8213

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Sol De Mexico

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This Mexican stalwart on the Northwest Side led by chef Clementina Flores, an immigrant from Guerrero who got her start in the Chicago food business by working as a nanny to Rick Bayless’s children, retains its Bib Gourmand spot for the eighth straight year.

3018 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL, 60641
(773) 282-4119
(773) 282-4119

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The cozy subterranean Spanish-influenced seafood restaurant on the border of Lakeview and Lincoln Park has served big Michelin-recognized flavors since 2014.

432 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 857-2540
(773) 857-2540

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Cellar Door Provisions

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After spending the early years of the pandemic in stasis, Cellar Door reopened in the summer of 2022 as a tighter, more streamlined version of itself. Chicagoans and Michelin inspectors have embraced the change, manifested in a deep wine list and thoughtful plates in an unpretentious atmosphere.

3025 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 697-8337
(773) 697-8337

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Superkhana International

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This “Indian-ish” restaurant in Logan Square pays tribute to the “survival food” of South Asian immigrants and their first-generation children, who figured out how to combine familiar flavors from home with American food. At Superkhana, find butter chicken calzones, hot date pizzas, and cocktails made with ghee-washed bourbon.

3059 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 661-9028
(773) 661-9028

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Longman & Eagle

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Logan Square's long-lauded creative restaurant, whiskey bar, and inn has been a steady presence in the neighborhood since 2010. A former one-Michelin star restaurant, L&E helped usher in the rush of restaurants opening in the area.

2657 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 276-7110
(773) 276-7110

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Mi Tocaya Antojería

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Chef Diana Dávila's Mexican hotspot in Logan Square quickly snagged a spot on Eater Chicago's 38, Eater's Midwest 38, and the Michelin Guide. Dávila tells a story with each dish. Standouts include peanut butter lengua and queso fundido con birria, but don’t be shy: order the burrito. It’s great.

2800 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
(872) 315-3947
(872) 315-3947

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Lula Café

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Jason Hammel’s all-day restaurant, which opened in 1999, is a staple on Michelin’s Bib Gourmand list. Lula is credited with kicking off both the farm-to-table craze in Chicago and a culinary boom in Logan Square.

2537 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 489-9554
(773) 489-9554

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Daisies

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After a major move into lovely and spacious new digs, Dasies is back and arguably stronger than ever with delectable pasta and other dishes that celebrate Midwestern bounty. New partner and pastry chef Leigh Omilinsky has joined chef Joe Frillman and created a dessert menu just as compelling as its savory counterpart. In addition to keeping its Bib Gourmand status, Daisies also earned a Green Star — an award designed to recognize environmental sustainability. It’s now one of just 28 Green Star restaurants in North America.

2375 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 697-9443
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Union

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A casual beer-focused pub and sister spot to neighboring charcuterie palace Lardon, Union has sought to do right by Chicago’s vibrant brewery scene by highlighting some of the best suds in town. What sets it apart, however, are top-notch bartenders (with access to a sizable whiskey selection) and a food menu that eschews humdrum bar fare in favor of seasonal burrata, fun salads, and a habit-forming cheeseburger.

2202 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 697-7788
(773) 697-7788

Lardon

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A long-vacant corner in Logan Square is now an acclaimed salumeria and all-day cafe, thanks to the efforts of fledgling restaurant group Meadowlark Hospitality. Co-owners Steve Lewis and chef Christopher Thompson have been vocal about their desire to serve the neighborhood rather than critics, but have nonetheless captured Michelin’s attention for two years running.

2200 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 697-4444
(773) 697-4444

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Chef’s Special Cocktail Bar

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The team behind fellow Michelin-tapped spot Giant has also earned recognition for its cheffy take on Chinese American fare at Chef’s Special Cocktail Bar in Bucktown.

2165 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 666-5143
(773) 666-5143

Table, Donkey and Stick

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This Alpine-inspired restaurant has an iron grip on its Bib Gourmand ranking, and for good reason — the food and wine list are fun and unusual, even in Chicago’s crowded industry, and its staff maintains a neighborhood feel that keeps locals coming back. The meats and cheeses are impressive, and the burger is a can’t-miss.

2728 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 486-8525
(773) 486-8525

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Pompette

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All-day cafe, restaurant, and wine bar Pompette has rapidly embedded itself in the Bucktown neighborhood, realizing the third-place dream of veteran chefs and owners Ashlee Aubin (Alinea, Wood, Salero), Katie Wasielewski (Pub Royale), and Aaron Patten (Acadia, Moody Tongue). Its rotating seasonal menu keeps diners coming back for more.

1960 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 799-8072
(773) 799-8072

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Giant

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Chef Jason Vincent's lauded Logan Square hotspot with an eclectic menu is Michelin-approved for the sixth straight year.

3209 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 252-0997
(773) 252-0997

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etta

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The team behind Maple & Ash, the lavish Gold Coast steakhouse have toned it down a few notches at Etta, its neighborhood-friendly restaurant in Wicker Park. Diners will find pasta and wood-fired pizzas. There’s also another Etta outpost in River North.

1840 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 757-4444
(312) 757-4444

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Bloom Plant Based Kitchen

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This innovative, expectation-defying vegan restaurant in has brought much attention to chef and owner Rodolfo Cuadros since its July 2021 debut in Wicker Park. Also behind pan Latin spot Amaru, Cuadros was named among the 2022 semifinalists for the James Beard Foundation’s best chef: Great Lakes award.

1559 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 363-3110
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Ina Mae Tavern & Packaged Goods

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Ina Mae sits inside the former Beachwood, a charming dive bar that wasn’t exactly a looker in Wicker Park. The transformation inside has been remarkable as chef Brian Jupiter and his team have brought a taste of New Orleans to Chicago. Customers can buy seafood by the pound and enjoy it with chef Jupe’s signature hot sauce.

1415 N Wood St, Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 360-8320
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Mott St

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Mott St takes a creative approach to Chinese and Korean street food, and the space is ideal for group dinners or intimate dates. Its burger is the headliner and shouldn’t be overlooked, but its worth taking the time to peruse the many playful menu items.

1401 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 687-9977
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Tortello

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Trained by a master sfoglina brought over from Italy by owners Dario Monni and Jill Gray, the chefs at this Wicker Park pastificio regularly prepare their fresh pasta in the front window, which is subsequently served in the restaurant. Customers can also buy pasta and sauce to take home and enroll in pasta-making classes.

1746 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 360-1293
(773) 360-1293

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Mama Delia

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Mama Delia, the replacement for Black Bull in Wicker Park, has held onto its spot on Michelin’s list for the third year running. It features contemporary Spanish cuisine alongside a sherry bar and ultramarino, or gourmet market.

1721 W Division St Ground Floor, Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 487-1236
(312) 487-1236

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The Purple Pig

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Jimmy Bannos Jr.'s downtown Mediterranean restaurant is a constantly bustling small plate bonanza.

500 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 464-1744
(312) 464-1744

Frontera Grill

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The Mexican restaurant that started it all for Rick Bayless continues to endure after more than three decades in River North.

445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 661-1434
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Perilla Korean American Fare

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Korean-American destination Perilla marries homestyle Korean fare with Midwestern styles and ingredients. Many customers clamor for its great fried chicken and grilled meats, but be sure to explore other options like kimchi silken tofu stew and stir-fried glass noodles.

401 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 243-3344
(312) 243-3344

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Ciccio Mio

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Ciccio Mio recreates the Italian American supper club in the lavish style that will be familiar to fans of Hogsalt Hospitality’s other restaurants, including its neighbor and fellow Bib Gourmand honoree Gilt Bar. The menu includes twists on classics like chicken Parmesan, lasagna Bolognese, and grilled whole branzino.

226 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 796-3316
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Gilt Bar

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Brendan Sodikoff's first River North restaurant set the sultry standard for his string of smash hits. The menu is full of rich takes on Italian classics.

230 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 464-9544
(312) 464-9544

Cabra

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Stephanie Izard and Boka Restaurant Group teamed up again for a rooftop restaurant on top of the Hoxton Chicago hotel. Izard and her staff spent time in Peru for research and came home with ideas for ceviche and more. 

200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 761-1717
(312) 761-1717

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Cira

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The rooftop isn’t the only place to have fun inside the Hoxton Chicago in West Loop. Boka’s other restaurant inside the hotel, Cira, features top-notch pita and more Mediterranean items.

200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 761-1777
(312) 761-1777

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La Josie

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An upscale Mexican restaurant and bar where customers can let their hair down and party or devour some fancy tacos stuffed with lobster and red snapper, La Josie was a long time coming to Randolph Street. It’s from the same family behind El Solazo near Midway International Airport. 

740 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 929-2900
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Avec

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One Off Hospitality's West Loop restaurant kicked off a small plate frenzy in Chicago and continues to fire on all cylinders after two decades in business. The team also runs a second Avec inside the former home of one-time Bib Gourmand selection Pacific Standard Time.

615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 377-2002
(312) 377-2002

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Girl & the Goat

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Stephanie Izard's Randolph Row mainstay not only remains one of Chicago’s hottest reservations, but it also serves outstanding food, as the Michelin guide attests. It’s one of two Izard restaurants on the list.

809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 492-6262
(312) 492-6262

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Proxi

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A follow-up to Sepia — located just a few feet away — this bar-centric West Loop spot draws influence from all over the world for its small dishes. The cocktails also have unusual ingredients and are balanced and refreshing.

565 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 466-1950
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Haisous Vietnamese Kitchen

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The Pilsen Vietnamese destination from chef Thai Dang gets another nod from Michelin for its seasonal grand tasting menu and its takes on classic dishes like papaya salad and vegetable curry.

1800 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 702-1303
(312) 702-1303

Pleasant House Pub

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The South Side's savory pie specialist first earned a spot on the Bib Gourmand list after moving to Pilsen in 2018 and adding full service, craft beer, and a larger menu. For lovers of British food, this is your bet in Chicago.

2119 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 523-7437
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Yao Yao

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Suan cai yu, a Sichuan fish specialty served spicy broth and pickled mustard greens, is the star of the show at Yao Yao, which first debuted in 2021 in Chinatown. This is the first year that Michelin named it a Bib Gourmand.

230 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 929-4279
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Apolonia

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Chef Stephen Gillanders overcame significant pandemic obstacles to open Apolonia — the sleek, European-influenced follow-up to his debut spot S.K.Y. in Pilsen — just minutes away from Wintrust Arena in South Loop. His perseverance has paid off this year with the restaurant’s inclusion among Chicago’s Michelin Bib Gourmand selections.

2201 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 363-2431
(312) 363-2431

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Ghin Khao Eat Rice

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Northern Thai food has made its way to Chicago in a big way thanks to Ghin Khao, which opened in Pilsen in 2019 and first appeared on the Bib Gourmand list in 2020. Standouts include grilled pork shoulder, crab fried rice, and Grandma’s pork belly.

2128 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 565-4487
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The Duck Inn

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Chef Kevin Hickey’s Bridgeport institution gets Michelin accolades for its outstanding creative comfort food, notably its whole rotisserie duck and duck fat hot dog, and its cocktails, all served in an old-fashioned corner bar with an expansive back patio.

2701 S Eleanor St, Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 724-8811
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Birrieria Zaragoza

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Birreria Zaragoza is an Eater 38 restaurant near Midway International Airport, and one of those bucket-list places people need to try if they consider themselves truly a Chicagoan. It has a simple menu of boneless or bone-in goat served with all the fixings, including handmade tortillas, for some of the best tacos around.

4852 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60632
(773) 523-3700
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Virtue Restaurant

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Chef Erick Williams had the idea for Virtue in his head for a long time. He is finally able to execute in Hyde Park, bringing a multicultural approach to Southern food to the South Side. Virtue and its team have racked up numerous awards since its 2019 debut, including Eater Chicago’s 2019 Restaurant of the Year. In 2022, Williams became the first Black chef to take home the James Beard Foundation’s best chef: Great Lakes award, and his protégée Damarr Brown won the foundation’s emerging chef award a year later.

1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 947-8831
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Nella Pizza e Pasta

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After vacating Lincoln Park, the owners of Nella Pizza e Pasta found a home near the University of Chicago in Hyde Park. Customers will find top-notch Neapolitan pizzas and more.

1125 E 55th St, Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 643-0603
(773) 643-0603

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Mango Pickle

5842 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60660

Edgewater's creative Indian destination maintains its Michelin status. The cuisine is far from traditional, as chef Marisa Paolillo is eager to challenge perceptions of what Indian food can be. There’s also a killer cocktail list.

5842 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60660
(773) 944-5555
(773) 944-5555

Kie-Gol-Lanee

5004 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640

Named after the Oaxacan village of Santa Maria Quiegolani, this charming Uptown restaurant, led by chef Reynel Mendoza, is known for stellar moles, tlayudas, and delicate blue corn tortillas made by hand.

5004 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640
(872) 241-9088
(872) 241-9088

Munno Pizzeria & Bistro

4656 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640

Munno Pizzeria Bistro, a specialist in pastas and Neapolitan-inspired pies in Uptown, held onto its Bib Gourmand distinction for a third year.

4656 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 942-7575
(773) 942-7575

Boonie's Filipino Restaurant

4337 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

The trajectory of chef Joe Fontelera, previously the culinary engine behind sushi hit Arami, has gripped Chicago’s culinary scene since his 2020 launch of Boonie Foods, a Filipino American stall inside Revival Food Hall. A rare pandemic success story, the stall closed two years later to make way for Boonie’s, Fontelera’s stand-alone restaurant in Lincoln Square where he imbues his family history into a menu of joyful Fil-Am favorites for dinner and weekend lunch.

4337 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
(708) 990-8886
(708) 990-8886

Sochi Saigonese Kitchen

1358 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

The name “Sochi” is a combination of the first names of the owners, Chinh Pham and Son Do, who met and married in Saigon. Their Lakeview restaurant, which opened in 2021 and made its Bib Gourmand debut a year later, serves pho, curry, chicken wings, and noodle salads across the street from Schubas.

1358 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 904-8511
(773) 904-8511

Chilam Balam

3023 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657

The creative Mexican restaurant in East Lakeview, owned by Soraya Rendon and run by chef Natalie Oswald, retains the spot it’s held on the Bib Gourmand list since 2017.

3023 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 296-6901
(773) 296-6901

Dear Margaret

2965 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

Dear Margaret, a charming tribute to French-Canadian cuisine tucked inside a homey space in Lakeview, has blossomed into a neighborhood destination from longtime Chicago restaurant publicist and owner Lacey Irby and chef Ryan Brosseau. Together, the pair first secured Bib Gourmand recognition in 2022.

2965 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 360-8213
(773) 360-8213

Sol De Mexico

3018 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL, 60641

This Mexican stalwart on the Northwest Side led by chef Clementina Flores, an immigrant from Guerrero who got her start in the Chicago food business by working as a nanny to Rick Bayless’s children, retains its Bib Gourmand spot for the eighth straight year.

3018 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL, 60641
(773) 282-4119
(773) 282-4119

mfk.

432 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614

The cozy subterranean Spanish-influenced seafood restaurant on the border of Lakeview and Lincoln Park has served big Michelin-recognized flavors since 2014.

432 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 857-2540
(773) 857-2540

Cellar Door Provisions

3025 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

After spending the early years of the pandemic in stasis, Cellar Door reopened in the summer of 2022 as a tighter, more streamlined version of itself. Chicagoans and Michelin inspectors have embraced the change, manifested in a deep wine list and thoughtful plates in an unpretentious atmosphere.

3025 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 697-8337
(773) 697-8337

Superkhana International

3059 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

This “Indian-ish” restaurant in Logan Square pays tribute to the “survival food” of South Asian immigrants and their first-generation children, who figured out how to combine familiar flavors from home with American food. At Superkhana, find butter chicken calzones, hot date pizzas, and cocktails made with ghee-washed bourbon.

3059 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 661-9028
(773) 661-9028

Longman & Eagle

2657 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Logan Square's long-lauded creative restaurant, whiskey bar, and inn has been a steady presence in the neighborhood since 2010. A former one-Michelin star restaurant, L&E helped usher in the rush of restaurants opening in the area.

2657 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 276-7110
(773) 276-7110

Mi Tocaya Antojería

2800 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647

Chef Diana Dávila's Mexican hotspot in Logan Square quickly snagged a spot on Eater Chicago's 38, Eater's Midwest 38, and the Michelin Guide. Dávila tells a story with each dish. Standouts include peanut butter lengua and queso fundido con birria, but don’t be shy: order the burrito. It’s great.

2800 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
(872) 315-3947
(872) 315-3947

Lula Café

2537 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647

Jason Hammel’s all-day restaurant, which opened in 1999, is a staple on Michelin’s Bib Gourmand list. Lula is credited with kicking off both the farm-to-table craze in Chicago and a culinary boom in Logan Square.

2537 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 489-9554
(773) 489-9554

Daisies

2375 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

After a major move into lovely and spacious new digs, Dasies is back and arguably stronger than ever with delectable pasta and other dishes that celebrate Midwestern bounty. New partner and pastry chef Leigh Omilinsky has joined chef Joe Frillman and created a dessert menu just as compelling as its savory counterpart. In addition to keeping its Bib Gourmand status, Daisies also earned a Green Star — an award designed to recognize environmental sustainability. It’s now one of just 28 Green Star restaurants in North America.

2375 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 697-9443
(773) 697-9443

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Union

2202 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

A casual beer-focused pub and sister spot to neighboring charcuterie palace Lardon, Union has sought to do right by Chicago’s vibrant brewery scene by highlighting some of the best suds in town. What sets it apart, however, are top-notch bartenders (with access to a sizable whiskey selection) and a food menu that eschews humdrum bar fare in favor of seasonal burrata, fun salads, and a habit-forming cheeseburger.

2202 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 697-7788
(773) 697-7788

Lardon

2200 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

A long-vacant corner in Logan Square is now an acclaimed salumeria and all-day cafe, thanks to the efforts of fledgling restaurant group Meadowlark Hospitality. Co-owners Steve Lewis and chef Christopher Thompson have been vocal about their desire to serve the neighborhood rather than critics, but have nonetheless captured Michelin’s attention for two years running.

2200 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 697-4444
(773) 697-4444

Chef’s Special Cocktail Bar

2165 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

The team behind fellow Michelin-tapped spot Giant has also earned recognition for its cheffy take on Chinese American fare at Chef’s Special Cocktail Bar in Bucktown.

2165 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 666-5143
(773) 666-5143

Table, Donkey and Stick

2728 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

This Alpine-inspired restaurant has an iron grip on its Bib Gourmand ranking, and for good reason — the food and wine list are fun and unusual, even in Chicago’s crowded industry, and its staff maintains a neighborhood feel that keeps locals coming back. The meats and cheeses are impressive, and the burger is a can’t-miss.

2728 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 486-8525
(773) 486-8525

Pompette

1960 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

All-day cafe, restaurant, and wine bar Pompette has rapidly embedded itself in the Bucktown neighborhood, realizing the third-place dream of veteran chefs and owners Ashlee Aubin (Alinea, Wood, Salero), Katie Wasielewski (Pub Royale), and Aaron Patten (Acadia, Moody Tongue). Its rotating seasonal menu keeps diners coming back for more.

1960 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 799-8072
(773) 799-8072

Giant

3209 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Chef Jason Vincent's lauded Logan Square hotspot with an eclectic menu is Michelin-approved for the sixth straight year.

3209 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 252-0997
(773) 252-0997

etta

1840 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

The team behind Maple & Ash, the lavish Gold Coast steakhouse have toned it down a few notches at Etta, its neighborhood-friendly restaurant in Wicker Park. Diners will find pasta and wood-fired pizzas. There’s also another Etta outpost in River North.

1840 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 757-4444
(312) 757-4444

Bloom Plant Based Kitchen

1559 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

This innovative, expectation-defying vegan restaurant in has brought much attention to chef and owner Rodolfo Cuadros since its July 2021 debut in Wicker Park. Also behind pan Latin spot Amaru, Cuadros was named among the 2022 semifinalists for the James Beard Foundation’s best chef: Great Lakes award.

1559 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 363-3110
(312) 363-3110

Ina Mae Tavern & Packaged Goods

1415 N Wood St, Chicago, IL 60622

Ina Mae sits inside the former Beachwood, a charming dive bar that wasn’t exactly a looker in Wicker Park. The transformation inside has been remarkable as chef Brian Jupiter and his team have brought a taste of New Orleans to Chicago. Customers can buy seafood by the pound and enjoy it with chef Jupe’s signature hot sauce.

1415 N Wood St, Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 360-8320
(773) 360-8320

Mott St

1401 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Mott St takes a creative approach to Chinese and Korean street food, and the space is ideal for group dinners or intimate dates. Its burger is the headliner and shouldn’t be overlooked, but its worth taking the time to peruse the many playful menu items.

1401 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 687-9977
(773) 687-9977

Tortello

1746 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622

Trained by a master sfoglina brought over from Italy by owners Dario Monni and Jill Gray, the chefs at this Wicker Park pastificio regularly prepare their fresh pasta in the front window, which is subsequently served in the restaurant. Customers can also buy pasta and sauce to take home and enroll in pasta-making classes.

1746 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 360-1293
(773) 360-1293

Mama Delia

1721 W Division St Ground Floor, Chicago, IL 60622

Mama Delia, the replacement for Black Bull in Wicker Park, has held onto its spot on Michelin’s list for the third year running. It features contemporary Spanish cuisine alongside a sherry bar and ultramarino, or gourmet market.

1721 W Division St Ground Floor, Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 487-1236
(312) 487-1236

The Purple Pig

500 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Jimmy Bannos Jr.'s downtown Mediterranean restaurant is a constantly bustling small plate bonanza.

500 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 464-1744
(312) 464-1744

Frontera Grill

445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654

The Mexican restaurant that started it all for Rick Bayless continues to endure after more than three decades in River North.

445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 661-1434
(312) 661-1434

Perilla Korean American Fare

401 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60654

Korean-American destination Perilla marries homestyle Korean fare with Midwestern styles and ingredients. Many customers clamor for its great fried chicken and grilled meats, but be sure to explore other options like kimchi silken tofu stew and stir-fried glass noodles.

401 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 243-3344
(312) 243-3344

Ciccio Mio

226 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654

Ciccio Mio recreates the Italian American supper club in the lavish style that will be familiar to fans of Hogsalt Hospitality’s other restaurants, including its neighbor and fellow Bib Gourmand honoree Gilt Bar. The menu includes twists on classics like chicken Parmesan, lasagna Bolognese, and grilled whole branzino.

226 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 796-3316
(312) 796-3316

Gilt Bar

230 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654

Brendan Sodikoff's first River North restaurant set the sultry standard for his string of smash hits. The menu is full of rich takes on Italian classics.

230 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 464-9544
(312) 464-9544

Cabra

200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607

Stephanie Izard and Boka Restaurant Group teamed up again for a rooftop restaurant on top of the Hoxton Chicago hotel. Izard and her staff spent time in Peru for research and came home with ideas for ceviche and more. 

200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 761-1717
(312) 761-1717

Cira

200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607

The rooftop isn’t the only place to have fun inside the Hoxton Chicago in West Loop. Boka’s other restaurant inside the hotel, Cira, features top-notch pita and more Mediterranean items.

200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 761-1777
(312) 761-1777

La Josie

740 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661

An upscale Mexican restaurant and bar where customers can let their hair down and party or devour some fancy tacos stuffed with lobster and red snapper, La Josie was a long time coming to Randolph Street. It’s from the same family behind El Solazo near Midway International Airport. 

740 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 929-2900
(312) 929-2900

Avec

615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661

One Off Hospitality's West Loop restaurant kicked off a small plate frenzy in Chicago and continues to fire on all cylinders after two decades in business. The team also runs a second Avec inside the former home of one-time Bib Gourmand selection Pacific Standard Time.

615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 377-2002
(312) 377-2002

Girl & the Goat

809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607

Stephanie Izard's Randolph Row mainstay not only remains one of Chicago’s hottest reservations, but it also serves outstanding food, as the Michelin guide attests. It’s one of two Izard restaurants on the list.

809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 492-6262
(312) 492-6262

Proxi

565 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661

A follow-up to Sepia — located just a few feet away — this bar-centric West Loop spot draws influence from all over the world for its small dishes. The cocktails also have unusual ingredients and are balanced and refreshing.

565 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 466-1950
(312) 466-1950

Haisous Vietnamese Kitchen

1800 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60608

The Pilsen Vietnamese destination from chef Thai Dang gets another nod from Michelin for its seasonal grand tasting menu and its takes on classic dishes like papaya salad and vegetable curry.

1800 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 702-1303
(312) 702-1303

Pleasant House Pub

2119 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608

The South Side's savory pie specialist first earned a spot on the Bib Gourmand list after moving to Pilsen in 2018 and adding full service, craft beer, and a larger menu. For lovers of British food, this is your bet in Chicago.

2119 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 523-7437
(773) 523-7437

Yao Yao

230 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616

Suan cai yu, a Sichuan fish specialty served spicy broth and pickled mustard greens, is the star of the show at Yao Yao, which first debuted in 2021 in Chinatown. This is the first year that Michelin named it a Bib Gourmand.

230 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 929-4279
(312) 929-4279

Apolonia

2201 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

Chef Stephen Gillanders overcame significant pandemic obstacles to open Apolonia — the sleek, European-influenced follow-up to his debut spot S.K.Y. in Pilsen — just minutes away from Wintrust Arena in South Loop. His perseverance has paid off this year with the restaurant’s inclusion among Chicago’s Michelin Bib Gourmand selections.

2201 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 363-2431
(312) 363-2431

Ghin Khao Eat Rice

2128 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608

Northern Thai food has made its way to Chicago in a big way thanks to Ghin Khao, which opened in Pilsen in 2019 and first appeared on the Bib Gourmand list in 2020. Standouts include grilled pork shoulder, crab fried rice, and Grandma’s pork belly.

2128 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 565-4487
(773) 565-4487

The Duck Inn

2701 S Eleanor St, Chicago, IL 60608

Chef Kevin Hickey’s Bridgeport institution gets Michelin accolades for its outstanding creative comfort food, notably its whole rotisserie duck and duck fat hot dog, and its cocktails, all served in an old-fashioned corner bar with an expansive back patio.

2701 S Eleanor St, Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 724-8811
(312) 724-8811

Birrieria Zaragoza

4852 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60632

Birreria Zaragoza is an Eater 38 restaurant near Midway International Airport, and one of those bucket-list places people need to try if they consider themselves truly a Chicagoan. It has a simple menu of boneless or bone-in goat served with all the fixings, including handmade tortillas, for some of the best tacos around.

4852 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60632
(773) 523-3700
(773) 523-3700

Virtue Restaurant

1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615

Chef Erick Williams had the idea for Virtue in his head for a long time. He is finally able to execute in Hyde Park, bringing a multicultural approach to Southern food to the South Side. Virtue and its team have racked up numerous awards since its 2019 debut, including Eater Chicago’s 2019 Restaurant of the Year. In 2022, Williams became the first Black chef to take home the James Beard Foundation’s best chef: Great Lakes award, and his protégée Damarr Brown won the foundation’s emerging chef award a year later.

1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 947-8831
(773) 947-8831

Nella Pizza e Pasta

1125 E 55th St, Chicago, IL 60615

After vacating Lincoln Park, the owners of Nella Pizza e Pasta found a home near the University of Chicago in Hyde Park. Customers will find top-notch Neapolitan pizzas and more.

1125 E 55th St, Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 643-0603
(773) 643-0603

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