What are the outstanding Chicago restaurants specializing in seasonal & local food and/or charcuterie for the broke-ass epicure? I'm planning a special birthday dinner at the end of the month. I'd like to spend $30-$40 for two people before drinks and a tip, so while I'm not going to settle for a Vienna Beef, I'm not exactly ready to book reservations at Alinea. [more inside]
posted by Juliet Banana on Dec 28, 2009 - 12 answers

So, Boston, where do you go for your good food? [more inside]
posted by felix betachat on May 24, 2009 - 19 answers