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Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna

Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna

Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna

Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna is one of the hottest new restaurants in River North, and it's quickly become a must-visit destination in...

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Inkwell

Inkwell

Inkwell

Inkwell has been on my list of Chicago cocktail bars to try, and Friday night was the perfect excuse to check it out. Known for its...

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Ghost Donkey

Ghost Donkey

Ghost Donkey

If you're looking for one of the best happy hours in Chicago, look no further than Ghost Donkey. This newly opened bar offers incredible...

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Pizza, pasta, and a speakeasy? Zarella is the best vibe for your next dinner in Chicago. 🍷✨My must-orders: Radiatore alla Vodka and Sopressata & Mortadella artisan pizza. (Tip: order all of the dips for the pizza). 🍕🍝

#chicago #chicagofood #pizza #rivernorth

Pizza, pasta, and a speakeasy? Zarella is the best vibe for your next dinner in Chicago. 🍷✨My must-orders: Radiatore alla Vodka and Sopressata & Mortadella artisan pizza. (Tip: order all of the dips for the pizza). 🍕🍝

#chicago #chicagofood #pizza #rivernorth

Friday night at @inkwellbarchi hit the sweet spot: smokey mezcal drinks and elevated bites in a cozy setting. 🔥🍸 If you’re cocktail-hopping in Chicago, don’t skip this one.

#chicago #chicagobars #cocktailbars

Friday night at @inkwellbarchi hit the sweet spot: smokey mezcal drinks and elevated bites in a cozy setting. 🔥🍸 If you’re cocktail-hopping in Chicago, don’t skip this one.

#chicago #chicagobars #cocktailbars

@espressoandmilk is one of my favorite cafés to stop by before going into work. From the seasonal flavors to the delicious, classic vanilla latte, Espresso & Milk is a must-try. ☕️✨

#chicago #chicagcoffee #coffeeshop

@espressoandmilk is one of my favorite cafés to stop by before going into work. From the seasonal flavors to the delicious, classic vanilla latte, Espresso & Milk is a must-try. ☕️✨

#chicago #chicagcoffee #coffeeshop

Smokey mezcal margarita, chips & guac on the table, and $2 tacos on the way make for one of THE BEST happy hours I have tried in Chicago. Ghost Donkey serves delicious food and even better cocktails to try at your next happy hour. 🍋‍🟩🌮

#chicago #chicagofood #happyhour #chicagohappyhour #rivernorth

Smokey mezcal margarita, chips & guac on the table, and $2 tacos on the way make for one of THE BEST happy hours I have tried in Chicago. Ghost Donkey serves delicious food and even better cocktails to try at your next happy hour. 🍋‍🟩🌮

#chicago #chicagofood #happyhour #chicagohappyhour #rivernorth

Started the day with a vanilla latte and one of the best coffee cake muffins in River North. ☕️🍰 Layla and Ringo’s has tons of different breakfast choices - I recommend trying the avocado toast. 😋🍞

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagocoffee #coffeeshop #rivernorth

Started the day with a vanilla latte and one of the best coffee cake muffins in River North. ☕️🍰 Layla and Ringo’s has tons of different breakfast choices - I recommend trying the avocado toast. 😋🍞

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagocoffee #coffeeshop #rivernorth

Chicago’s defrosting which means it’s time to make your reservation @pandanchicago to enjoy the rooftop, unique cocktails, and delicious food. 🍸🥟

Chicago’s defrosting which means it’s time to make your reservation @pandanchicago to enjoy the rooftop, unique cocktails, and delicious food. 🍸🥟

Hidden speakeasy + incredible Italian food = @thelittlepigspeakeasy in Dublin! 🍸 From the must-try Irish beef carpaccio to the delicious, curated cocktails, The Little Pig is a great dinner and drinks spot to try. 🍽️😋

#ireland #speakeasy #dublinireland

Hidden speakeasy + incredible Italian food = @thelittlepigspeakeasy in Dublin! 🍸 From the must-try Irish beef carpaccio to the delicious, curated cocktails, The Little Pig is a great dinner and drinks spot to try. 🍽️😋

#ireland #speakeasy #dublinireland

Boeuf in Dublin served up delicious steak with sides that stole the show. Our favorites were the scalloped potatoes and mashed potatoes with red wine gravy. 🥔🥩🥂

#dublin #dublinfood #irelandrestaurant

Boeuf in Dublin served up delicious steak with sides that stole the show. Our favorites were the scalloped potatoes and mashed potatoes with red wine gravy. 🥔🥩🥂

#dublin #dublinfood #irelandrestaurant

Fioretta is the perfect spot to book for your weekend dinner reservation. From the delicious happy hour deals to the always incredible menu items, Fioretta is consistently a hit.

- Macaroni Vodka Pasta
- Black Truffle & Ricotta Bites
- Wagyu Tartar Bites
- Chicken Parm Sliders
- Lobster Arancini
- Cacio e Pepe Cream & Caviar with Housemade Chips
- Cacio e Pepe
- Cannoli Box

Fioretta is the perfect spot to book for your weekend dinner reservation. From the delicious happy hour deals to the always incredible menu items, Fioretta is consistently a hit.

- Macaroni Vodka Pasta
- Black Truffle & Ricotta Bites
- Wagyu Tartar Bites
- Chicken Parm Sliders
- Lobster Arancini
- Cacio e Pepe Cream & Caviar with Housemade Chips
- Cacio e Pepe
- Cannoli Box

Alma in Dublin serves sweet, savory, and absolutely delicious dishes! The dulce de leche pancakes and the poached eggs on avo toast are a must-try. 🥖🥑🥞

#dublin #dublinireland #dublinbreakfast #dublinbrunch #brunch #breakfast

Alma in Dublin serves sweet, savory, and absolutely delicious dishes! The dulce de leche pancakes and the poached eggs on avo toast are a must-try. 🥖🥑🥞

#dublin #dublinireland #dublinbreakfast #dublinbrunch #brunch #breakfast

Craving Italian food in Dublin? Terra Madre is your stop for an authentic and intimate Italian cuisine experience. From the mushroom ravioli to the flavorful charcuterie board, Terra Madre was the perfect restaurant to try. 🍝🍷🧀

#dublin #dublinfood #dublindinner #dublinireland #terramadre

Craving Italian food in Dublin? Terra Madre is your stop for an authentic and intimate Italian cuisine experience. From the mushroom ravioli to the flavorful charcuterie board, Terra Madre was the perfect restaurant to try. 🍝🍷🧀

#dublin #dublinfood #dublindinner #dublinireland #terramadre

From starting in a food truck to becoming the top rated pizza spot in Ireland, The Dough Bros was a must try on our visit to Galway. We ordered The Stinger with garlic, chili, chorizo, and hot honey. 😋

#pizza #galway #doughbros #galwaypizza #irelandpizza

From starting in a food truck to becoming the top rated pizza spot in Ireland, The Dough Bros was a must try on our visit to Galway. We ordered The Stinger with garlic, chili, chorizo, and hot honey. 😋

#pizza #galway #doughbros #galwaypizza #irelandpizza

I tried the $65 all you can eat Nobu Brunch and it was DELICIOUS!! Fresh nigiri, sushi, and spicy tuna crispy rice are always a hit for me. 🍣🫶

#chicago #chicagosushi #nobuchicago #nobu

I tried the $65 all you can eat Nobu Brunch and it was DELICIOUS!! Fresh nigiri, sushi, and spicy tuna crispy rice are always a hit for me. 🍣🫶

#chicago #chicagosushi #nobuchicago #nobu

Crispy Potato Bites, creamy Baked Brie, and perfectly cooked Irish Ribeye Steak make Aye in Cork the best place for your evening meal. Lots of bold flavors and creative dishes were a great touch to enjoy our meal! ✨🥩

#corkireland #corkrestaurant #ireland

Crispy Potato Bites, creamy Baked Brie, and perfectly cooked Irish Ribeye Steak make Aye in Cork the best place for your evening meal. Lots of bold flavors and creative dishes were a great touch to enjoy our meal! ✨🥩

#corkireland #corkrestaurant #ireland

First stop in Cork: Arthur Mayne’s Pharmacy. Tapas, wine, and a speakeasy-style cocktail bar upstairs is the perfect combo for a great night. 🍷🍤🍸

#ireland #corkireland #irelandrestaurant #corkrestaurant

First stop in Cork: Arthur Mayne’s Pharmacy. Tapas, wine, and a speakeasy-style cocktail bar upstairs is the perfect combo for a great night. 🍷🍤🍸

#ireland #corkireland #irelandrestaurant #corkrestaurant

Dublin’s famous pizza spot deserves all the hype! 🍕 We tried the famous Bambino Pizza on our trip to Ireland and it was the perfect slice to taste. The vodka sauce pizza was my favorite. 🫶😋 @bambino_dublin

Dublin’s famous pizza spot deserves all the hype! 🍕 We tried the famous Bambino Pizza on our trip to Ireland and it was the perfect slice to taste. The vodka sauce pizza was my favorite. 🫶😋 @bambino_dublin

Still dreaming about the gochujang pork ribs at Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar 🤩🔥. The glaze was sweet, spicy, and smoky, making every bite delicious! For our sushi lineup—crispy spicy tuna rice, the Hotate Volcano Roll, and the Dragon Roll were standouts.

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagosushi

Still dreaming about the gochujang pork ribs at Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar 🤩🔥. The glaze was sweet, spicy, and smoky, making every bite delicious! For our sushi lineup—crispy spicy tuna rice, the Hotate Volcano Roll, and the Dragon Roll were standouts.

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagosushi

🥯✨ Chicago’s bagel game just leveled up! @holybagels.co in Lincoln Park is serving fresh, flavorful bagels, and their build-your-own option is a must-try!

🔥 Jalapeño Bagel + Chipotle Cream Cheese + Tomato + Egg + Bacon = the perfect mix of spice, smokiness, and crunch.

#chicagobreakfast #chicagobagel #lincolnpark #bagels

🥯✨ Chicago’s bagel game just leveled up! @holybagels.co in Lincoln Park is serving fresh, flavorful bagels, and their build-your-own option is a must-try!

🔥 Jalapeño Bagel + Chipotle Cream Cheese + Tomato + Egg + Bacon = the perfect mix of spice, smokiness, and crunch.

#chicagobreakfast #chicagobagel #lincolnpark #bagels

IS IT WORTH IT? Chicago Restaurants Part II.

📍Trivoli Tavern

If you live or have visited Chicago you have heard about Trivoli Tavern. While I definitely think this restaurant is super hyped up, it’s very much worth the trip to try it. One of the best parts about Trivoli is the consistency. No matter when you go, the food is always just as good as the last time you came in!

IS IT WORTH IT? Chicago Restaurants Part II.

📍Trivoli Tavern

If you live or have visited Chicago you have heard about Trivoli Tavern. While I definitely think this restaurant is super hyped up, it’s very much worth the trip to try it. One of the best parts about Trivoli is the consistency. No matter when you go, the food is always just as good as the last time you came in!

🍽️ Monteverde is a must-try for Italian food lovers! From the tender Wagyu Beef Skewers to crispy Arancini, the appetizers set the bar high.🍝✨

We tried the Chitarra alla Boscaiola with porcini ragù & crispy chicken skin, the cozy Tortellini in Brodo, and the Meatball Ravioli special—each dish packed with bold flavors.

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagorestaurant

🍽️ Monteverde is a must-try for Italian food lovers! From the tender Wagyu Beef Skewers to crispy Arancini, the appetizers set the bar high.🍝✨

We tried the Chitarra alla Boscaiola with porcini ragù & crispy chicken skin, the cozy Tortellini in Brodo, and the Meatball Ravioli special—each dish packed with bold flavors.

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagorestaurant

☕🍸 Espresso martini lovers, this one’s for you! Dialtone Coffee & Wine Bar serves up a perfectly balanced coffee cocktail—bold, smooth, and just the right amount of sweet. 😍

But if wine is more your vibe, their Sauvignon Blanc pairs perfectly with a charcuterie board loaded with artisan cheeses, cured meats, honeycomb, and figs. 🧀🍷

#chicago #chicagowinebar #winebar #chicagocafe

☕🍸 Espresso martini lovers, this one’s for you! Dialtone Coffee & Wine Bar serves up a perfectly balanced coffee cocktail—bold, smooth, and just the right amount of sweet. 😍

But if wine is more your vibe, their Sauvignon Blanc pairs perfectly with a charcuterie board loaded with artisan cheeses, cured meats, honeycomb, and figs. 🧀🍷

#chicago #chicagowinebar #winebar #chicagocafe

IS IT WORTH IT? I’m starting a new series to go to the popular Chicago restaurants to determine if it’s worth setting that Resy notification for or not.

@treditarestaurant is my Part 1. 🫶

Where should I go next?

IS IT WORTH IT? I’m starting a new series to go to the popular Chicago restaurants to determine if it’s worth setting that Resy notification for or not.

@treditarestaurant is my Part 1. 🫶

Where should I go next?

Middle Eastern flavors done right! 🍽️✨ From the mezze platter loaded with creamy hummus, fresh pita, and pickled veggies to the perfectly spiced lamb kebabs, every dish was packed with bold flavors.🍢

And the Date Pudding with Salted Caramel Ice Cream—sweet, rich, and the perfect way to end the meal. 🤩

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagorestaurantweek #chicagorestaurants

Middle Eastern flavors done right! 🍽️✨ From the mezze platter loaded with creamy hummus, fresh pita, and pickled veggies to the perfectly spiced lamb kebabs, every dish was packed with bold flavors.🍢

And the Date Pudding with Salted Caramel Ice Cream—sweet, rich, and the perfect way to end the meal. 🤩

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagorestaurantweek #chicagorestaurants

Bad Butter is hands down one of the best hidden gem bakeries in Chicago, and it’s pre-order only—so you KNOW it’s in high demand! 🥐✨ I finally got my hands on a full pastry haul, and every single bite was unreal. From the caramelized crunch of the honey cruffin to the warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies, everything was incredible. 😍 And don’t forget the garlic and asiago monkey bread—one the best savory breakfast bites I’ve had in a while! 🔥 If you’re in Chicago, do yourself a favor and set a reminder to order on Monday before they sell out! Which one would you try first? 🍩🍪🧄

#chicagofood #chicagobakery #badbutter #chicagopastries

Bad Butter is hands down one of the best hidden gem bakeries in Chicago, and it’s pre-order only—so you KNOW it’s in high demand! 🥐✨ I finally got my hands on a full pastry haul, and every single bite was unreal. From the caramelized crunch of the honey cruffin to the warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies, everything was incredible. 😍 And don’t forget the garlic and asiago monkey bread—one the best savory breakfast bites I’ve had in a while! 🔥 If you’re in Chicago, do yourself a favor and set a reminder to order on Monday before they sell out! Which one would you try first? 🍩🍪🧄

#chicagofood #chicagobakery #badbutter #chicagopastries

February Restaurants I visited in Chicago 🤩

@treditarestaurant
@sifrchicago
@monteverdechi
@dialtonecafe
@norikochicago

Where should I try next?? 🫶✨

February Restaurants I visited in Chicago 🤩

@treditarestaurant
@sifrchicago
@monteverdechi
@dialtonecafe
@norikochicago

Where should I try next?? 🫶✨

Some of my favorite Chicago breakfast spots 🤩🍳🥞

- @beacondoughnuts
- @gothambagelschi
- @cupitol
- @littlegoatdiner
- @tary.coffee
- @schneiderdeli
- @domameanshome
- @caferobey
- @espressoandmilk
- @3rdcoastcafe
- @doughnutvault
- @souffle_bites
- @oudcoffee.cafe
- @cals_chicago
- @sunnysideupchicago
- @eatcba
- @steingoldsofchicago
- @caffeumbria
- @allez.cafe
- @tillybagel
- @venteuxchicago
- @badbutterchicago
- @annsatherrestaurants

Some of my favorite Chicago breakfast spots 🤩🍳🥞

- @beacondoughnuts
- @gothambagelschi
- @cupitol
- @littlegoatdiner
- @tary.coffee
- @schneiderdeli
- @domameanshome
- @caferobey
- @espressoandmilk
- @3rdcoastcafe
- @doughnutvault
- @souffle_bites
- @oudcoffee.cafe
- @cals_chicago
- @sunnysideupchicago
- @eatcba
- @steingoldsofchicago
- @caffeumbria
- @allez.cafe
- @tillybagel
- @venteuxchicago
- @badbutterchicago
- @annsatherrestaurants

Sushi, cocktails, and the perfect start to the night. 🍣🍸 Kicked things off with the Puncha Matcha—smooth gin, melon, and matcha for a refreshing sip. The Nori Chips and Dip with creamy edamame hummus and chili crunch was unexpectedly incredible. And when it came to the handrolls, the Scallop Dynamite was the standout—perfectly creamy with just the right kick. If you’re looking for bold flavors and an unforgettable sushi experience, Noriko is the spot! 🍣🍸✨

#chicagofood #chicago #sushi #handroll

Sushi, cocktails, and the perfect start to the night. 🍣🍸 Kicked things off with the Puncha Matcha—smooth gin, melon, and matcha for a refreshing sip. The Nori Chips and Dip with creamy edamame hummus and chili crunch was unexpectedly incredible. And when it came to the handrolls, the Scallop Dynamite was the standout—perfectly creamy with just the right kick. If you’re looking for bold flavors and an unforgettable sushi experience, Noriko is the spot! 🍣🍸✨

#chicagofood #chicago #sushi #handroll

Some mornings just call for comfort food, and Ann Sather never disappoints! Starting your day with the signature gooey cinnamon roll and a hearty breakfast is perfection. 🍳☕️🥓

#chicagofood #chicago #breakfastspot #chicagobreakfast #chicagodiner

Some mornings just call for comfort food, and Ann Sather never disappoints! Starting your day with the signature gooey cinnamon roll and a hearty breakfast is perfection. 🍳☕️🥓

#chicagofood #chicago #breakfastspot #chicagobreakfast #chicagodiner

Nothing better than a Bachelor watch party at Ranalli’s. From $9 glasses of wine to heart shaped pizza, it’s the perfect spot for your Bachelor Monday. 🌹🍕🍷

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagopizza #lincolnpark

Nothing better than a Bachelor watch party at Ranalli’s. From $9 glasses of wine to heart shaped pizza, it’s the perfect spot for your Bachelor Monday. 🌹🍕🍷

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagopizza #lincolnpark

much love to the chicago restaurants 🫶🍽️

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagorestaurants

much love to the chicago restaurants 🫶🍽️

#chicago #chicagofood #chicagorestaurants

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