Maxwells Trading is one of the new members of the Eater Chicago 38.l
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The Eater Chicago 38 is a collection of the city’s best restaurants that provides answers to the classic question, “Where are the spots everyone should eat in Chicago?” The regularly updated list recognizes some all-time greats, restaurants that have pushed culinary boundaries, and more. This is as much for locals who want to make the most out of their nights as it is for visitors unfamiliar with the city.
Eater’s editors regularly dine at restaurants and check in with industry insiders to create this map to ensure it contains the essential restaurants you need to know about in this moment. This list reflects Chicago’s vibrant diversity in cuisines, prices, and neighborhoods.
The spring edition is no garden-variety update — we’ve refreshed our write-ups to include even more relevant info for diners, including a rough range of pricing for each destination — ranging from $ for quick, inexpensive meals with dishes largely under $10 to $$$$ for places where entrees exceed $30.
New to the map this spring are Maxwells Trading and Perilla Korean American Steakhouse.
To be considered for the Eater 38, restaurants must be open for at least six months. For the most exciting new restaurants in town, check out the heatmap.
Have tips or suggestions for the Eater 38? Send them to the Chicago tipline. And head here for a guide to Chicago’s newer restaurants. For all the latest Chicago dining intel, subscribe to Eater Chicago’s newsletter.
Eater maps are curated by editors and aim to reflect a diversity of neighborhoods, cuisines, and prices. Learn more about our editorial process. If you buy something or book a reservation from an Eater link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics policy.
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