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Fab Review: Katana

October 11, 2018 by Contributing Writer

Fab Review: Katana // Tsukiji and Kani Maki // Photo: @topchicagoeatsKatana is celebrating their one year anniversary! It is a popular Japanese restaurant, which originated in Los Angeles and opened last year here in Chicago. The kitchen is led by chef Jose Melendez and Rob Juan. The trendy, modern vibe of the restaurant really suits the River North neighborhood. Katana markets its original location in L.A. as “the place to be.” They are on the right path to accomplishing the same for Chicago as well.

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Fab Review: Lunch at Quiote

March 16, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Fab Review: Lunch at Quiote // Torta Ahogada, Taco de Camarones, Taco de Pollo, and Celery Shrub Cocktail // Photo: @topchicagoeatsQuiote is a new, contemporary Mexican restaurant in Logan Square and features a seasonal menu serving regional Mexican cuisine. I always drove past the location, which used to be a bakery right off the highway. As soon as I saw a new restaurant open in that space, I knew I had to go try it.

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Fab Review: Jellyfish Chicago

January 5, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Jellyfish// Photo: @fabsooparkWith the constant opening and closing of restaurants in the Gold Coast, it is hard to keep track of which ones are still there. Jellyfish is a restaurant that was established in 2012 and has been a little gem in the neighborhood ever since.

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Fab Review: Maple & Ash

November 3, 2015 by Contributing Writer

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The Gold Coast…just got a little more luxurious. We can’t help but give a warm welcome to the brand-new steakhouse, Maple & Ash, which opened on October 23rd. Three years in the making, Maple & Ash is pulling out all the stops to make sure you have a magnificent experience. Fab Food Chicago was honored to be invited to the restaurant’s Preview Week, where we got a chance to see their full menu and select cocktails. Here’s a rundown of our night……

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Fab Recipe: Witches’ Brew Cocktail

October 29, 2015 by Contributing Writer

IMG_3316-EditHalloween has always been one of my favorite holidays. I mean – where else can you go around and get free candy all night? Plus, I may or may not have had too much fun dressing up as my favorite movie characters throughout the years….

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