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Chicago Restaurants: Where the Cutting Edge Meet Timelessness

If you are in Chicago and looking to eat out, you are in for a treat. The city is home to over 6000 different restaurants. The Windy City has dining options for every palate, no matter what you're craving.

The food that really put Chicago on the culinary map is deep dish pizza. For a taste of the best pizza the city has to offer, head on over to Lou Malnati's. These purveyors of the perfect pie have a Lawndale location, as well pizzerias in Lincoln Park and the River North area. There are also a handful of Lou Malnati's restaurants in the suburbs.

Make no mistake, though. This pizzeria has more than one location, but it is a far cry from the chain pies of places like Pizza Hut or Domino's. Their handcrafted, deep-dish pizzas start with a hand-patted crust inside a seasoned baking dish.

The crust is then loaded with thick slices of cheese placed directly on the crust. A layer of your favorite meat or vegetable toppings is placed on the cheese and the thick, chunky plum tomato sauce is placed on top.

It sounds strange to outsiders that the sauce is on top, but that is just one of many reasons Chicago deep dish is famous around the world. The decadent amount of cheese and toppings, the sheer size of the slices and the rich sauce make a single slice a meal in itself. Be sure to take home the leftovers. They reheat really well.

If you'd like to sample some choice cuts of steak instead of a pizza, Chicago won't disappoint you. Gibson's touts a reputation that competes with some of the finest places for steak in the world. Gibson's has long been a place where influential politicians and businessmen gather to dine, so be sure to pay a visit if you're interested in Chicago politics.

The menu at Gibson's will never let you go home hungry. It features fresh seafood, huge portions that make it clear why Chicago is the City of Broad Shoulders and decadent desserts. Gibson's is also famous for its huge martinis.

Are you in the mood for a more eclectic meal? Chicago is home to some of the finest fusion restaurants in the world.

One of the hottest spots in recent years to try creative dishes in a plush atmosphere is Japonais. Located in the heart of downtown on Chicago Avenue, Japonais blends traditional Japanese cuisine with a healthy dose of European presentation and elegance.

Dishes on the menu at Japonais include Seven Spice Kobe Prime Rib, Uni Hollandaise with Satsumaimo Pommes Frites and Teriyaki Glazed Salmon with Rice Porridge and Bok Choy. The fresh sushi selections include nigiri and sashimi as well as traditional maki mono. Japonais features a large selection of sake, and it is one of the hottest places in the city to see and be seen.

With its romantic atmosphere and exotic cuisine, Japonais is the ideal destination for date night. They even have a riverside outdoor dining area that is open in the summer. Whether you dine al fresco or opt for a cozy table inside, Japonais is sure to serve you up a memorable Chicago meal.

The dining options in Chicago are endless. Some of the best dining options in the world are found in the Windy City. Be sure to try some of the traditional offerings as well as some experimental cuisines when you eat out in Chicago.

About the Author

Billy Kite is a researcher writing on behalf of I Must Eat. Offering the consumer an extensive restaurant menu guide for Chicago Restaurants , Atlanta restaurants and much more.

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