Best Restaurants in Chicago 2026 by Chef Beverly Kim
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Discover the best restaurants in Chicago with Michelin-starred and James Beard Award-winning Chef Beverly Kim. Skip the crowdsourced reviews and explore the city’s culinary scene through an exclusive, expert lens. From an iconic Logan Square brunch to authentic Rogers Park Cambodian food, Chef Beverly shares her curated top picks. Find out exactly where the industry eats with this definitive GrubTok Expert guide.
About this guide
Beverly Kim is a James Beard Award-winning and Michelin-starred chef based in Chicago. A former Top Chef contestant, she and her husband, Johnny Clark, own the acclaimed restaurants Parachute HiFi and Anelya.
Restaurants in this guide
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Mi Tocaya Antojería
A vibrant Logan Square eatery offering creative Mexican antojitos and small plates, focusing on regional flavors and seasonal ingredients, complemented by an inventive cocktail program.
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Lula Cafe
Lula Cafe offers a seasonal, farm-to-table menu with creative New American dishes, popular for its brunch and dinner selections.
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Dancen
Dancen offers a vibrant Korean BBQ experience with a wide selection of grilled meats, traditional Korean stews, appetizers, and other classic dishes in a lively setting.
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Virtue Restaurant
Virtue Restaurant offers a refined take on Southern American cuisine, featuring elevated comfort food classics, seasonal ingredients, and a focus on soulful flavors. The menu includes dishes like Gumbo, Fried Chicken, and various seafood and vegetable preparations.
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HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen
HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen offers a vibrant menu of authentic Vietnamese cuisine, featuring fresh herbs, grilled meats, seafood, and traditional noodle and rice dishes, with a focus on communal dining and bold flavors.
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Khmai
Khmai offers authentic Cambodian cuisine, featuring a variety of curries, noodle dishes, rice plates, and traditional specialties like Amok and Prahok Ktiss.