Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Magnificent Mile

"With three Michelin stars and six James Beard nods for its chef, Alinea in Lincoln Park is one of the most recognized restaurants in the world. It’s also one of the best, earning an annual spot on the list of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants. Alinea’s avant-garde dishes showcase the most cutting-edge molecular gastronomy techniques, while never failing to taste amazing."

"The cuisine is a lesson in mastery, but also a blend of modern science and practical magic. Air-filled balloons are edible, senses of taste, touch, smell are tested, mental and emotional boundaries are pushed. The menu, an ever-shifting chameleon, is a reflection of the wizards in the kitchen, led by chef Grant Achatz himself—no two meals are ever alike."

"End your evening with dinner at Avec, an adorable, modern and warm spot where you can dine tapas-style. You absolutely must order the chorizo-stuffed dates. Holy moly, they are incredible!!!. You can thank me later."

"omg this is the best place ever my family and i go almost every sunday after church the food and deserts are great love it"

"Restaurants Italian Avondale. The Midwest goes to Sicily at Daniela Vitale and Steven Jarczyk's fast-casual concept, Sfera Sicilian Street Food. The menu revolves around two delicious dishes: The arancini are stuffed and fried risotto balls, while the saccia is a folded semolina pizza that boasts a pasta-like center."

"Though the Northwest Side has since become the center of the community, Division Street near Wicker Park was once known as “Polish Broadway” with numerous businesses surrounding the strip. One of the last reminders of that past life is Podhlanka, which stands across the street from the Polish Triangle, where Ashland, Milwuakee, and Division cross. Pierogi, borsht, and other classics are served at this warm dive known for affordable meals."

"Much of Chicago’s street food history is offered at Jim's Original, the 24-hour self-proclaimed home of the city's "original" Polish sausage (1941). Because it moved in 1994 after the relocation of the outdoor street market, Jim's Original touts itself as the longest continuously-operating hot dog stand to have once done business on Maxwell Street. The Polish and hot dogs are can't-miss, but the pork chop sandwich is also a Chicago essential."

"In 1939, just after arriving in the U.S. from Yugoslavia, Jimmy Stefanovic took over his aunt’s hot dog stand when she fell ill. Shortly thereafter, in 1941, Jim bought the stand from his aunt and began making his signature Maxwell Street Polish Sausage Sandwiches. What began as a simple recipe turned into something of a legend."

"1112 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60614 Situated in the Lincoln Park neighborhood, this sophisticated restaurant serves authentic Italian fare in generous portion sizes."

"Much of Chicago’s street food history is offered at Jim's Original, the 24-hour self-proclaimed home of the city's "original" Polish sausage (1941). Because it moved in 1994 after the relocation of the outdoor street market, Jim's Original touts itself as the longest continuously-operating hot dog stand to have once done business on Maxwell Street. The Polish and hot dogs are can't-miss, but the pork chop sandwich is also a Chicago essential."

"In 1939, just after arriving in the U.S. from Yugoslavia, Jimmy Stefanovic took over his aunt’s hot dog stand when she fell ill. Shortly thereafter, in 1941, Jim bought the stand from his aunt and began making his signature Maxwell Street Polish Sausage Sandwiches. What began as a simple recipe turned into something of a legend."