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Fab Happenings: Chicago Restaurant Week 2018

February 8, 2018 by Contributing Writer

Maki & Nigiri at Naoki // Photo: @topchicagoeats
It’s one of my favorite times of the year…  Choose Chicago‘s Chicago Restaurant Week. Over 370 restaurants participated this year with special prix fixe menus for brunch ($22), lunch ($33), or dinner ($44). Normally it runs for two weeks (this year: January 26-February 8) but they just announced they will be extending a few more days (until February 11 at select restaurants) to align with Chicago Theatre Week. Don’t miss your chance!

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Fab Review: Brunch at Bar Lupo

June 23, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Fab Review: Brunch at Bar Lupo // Piedmont Pub Burger, Lupo Potatoes Bolognese, Fresh Burrata, and Brioche French Toast // Photo: @topchicagoeatsIf you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of River North, I recommend you walk past the touristy spots and head to Bar Lupo. Bar Lupo is an Italian pub that is upbeat and trendy. You won’t find traditional menu items as you would at old-school Italian spots. Here you’ll find snacks, pastas, and creative drinks with great music in a fun atmosphere.

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Fab Happenings: Chicago’s North Shore Restaurant Month 2017

February 16, 2017 by Soo Park

Fab Happenings: Chicago's North Shore Restaurant Month 2017 // Burger at Guildhall // Photo: @fabsooparkIf you haven’t heard, February is Chicago’s North Shore Restaurant Month. It’s a whole month dedicated to dining deals from over 100 restaurants in the North Shore. YES! It’s a foodie paradise you don’t want to miss. …

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Fab Review: Small Cheval

December 7, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Fab Review: Small Cheval // Cheeseburgers // Photo: @fabsooparkEveryone and their mother has heard of Au Cheval, the famous and beloved burger joint of West Loop. It has gotten so popular that the Hogsalt Hospitality group opened a cleverly named sister restaurant, Small Cheval, located a few blocks north of Wicker Park’s bustling Damen “L” stop.

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Fab Review: Forbidden Root

June 20, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Grilled Asparagus, Fried Giardiniere, and Gochugarou Chili Popcorn at Forbidden Root // Photo: @topchicagoeatsForbidden Root is an one-of-a-kind experience, as it is the first botanic brewery in Chicago. They aim to brew their beers from limited hop usage. Instead they use flowers, roots, herbs, and other natural ingredients. Along with the beers, they have a great food menu, which should not be overlooked. The dishes are primarily focused on local and organic ingredients and made to complement the beers. …

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Filed Under: {Fab Reviews}, {Restaurants: Chicago} Tagged With: brewery, burger, grilled asparagus, popcorn, root beer float, salmon, west town

Fab Happenings: Top 5 Casual Lunch Spots in Chicago

March 21, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Brightwok Kitchen // Photo: @fabsooparkThere are endless possibilities when it comes to lunch options in a city as big as Chicago. Whether you are in the mood for a quick bite or casual lunch with friends, there’s something for everyone in every neighborhood….

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Filed Under: {Fab Happenings}, {Top 5} Tagged With: 3 arts club cafe, 3 greens market, bibimbap, brightwok kitchen, bucktown, burger, casual lunch, cheese curds, cheeseburger, dessert, en hakkore, fries, gold coast, grilled cheese, healthy, hogsalt hospitality, ice cream, ice cream floats, korean bbq, logan square, lunch, market, pastrami, restoration hardware, river north, sandwich, sashimi, smoked salmon, stir fry, the loop, toast, truffle, wyler road

Fab Review: Bernie’s Lunch & Supper

February 25, 2016 by Soo Park

Fab Review: Bernie's Lunch & Supper // Photo: @fabsooparkBernie’s Lunch & Supper is located in the hip River North neighborhood. Chef Zack Sklar’s first venture in Chicago is part of the Michigan based-restaurant group, Peas & Carrot Hospitality. The restaurant is named after Sklar’s grandfather and the menu is focused on pan-Mediterranean flavors. Yeah, pan-Mediterranean is a thing.

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Fab Happenings: Chicago’s North Shore Restaurant Month 2016

February 11, 2016 by Soo Park

Farmhouse Evanston // North Shore Restaurant Month // Photo: @fabsooparkFebruary is Chicago’s North Shore Restaurant Month! What does that mean? 70+ participating restaurants in the North Shore are offering extraordinary dining deals throughout the month of February, except Valentine’s Day (sorry, loves!). …

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Brunch Spots in Chicago

February 8, 2016 by Soo Park

Duck Fat Dog at The Duck Inn // Photo: @lavila92In Chicago, we take brunch seriously (#brunchsohard). For many, the weekly ritual includes gluttonous amounts of runny yolks, thick-cut maple bacon, cheesy omelettes, fluffy pancakes, bottomless mimosas, and more. One of my favorite Instagrammers, Lisette (@lavila92), shares her top brunch spots and her mouthwatering pics. …

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Fab Happenings: Top 20 Things I Ate in Chicago 2015 by FabSooPark

January 4, 2016 by Soo Park

Soo Park || Photo: @roneng1As I reflect back on 2015, I can say it’s been a big year of growth and learning. Also, a time of living life to the FULLest. Literally, my belly was full. I ate my way through the year…pizzas, burgers, doughnuts, cake, sushi, sandwiches, etc. You name it, I ate it….

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