The 17th annual Chicago Restaurant Week is set to return next month, with offers too appetizing to miss. Slated to run from January 19 through February 4, this culinary event will feature over 380 participating restaurants sprinkled throughout 31 neighborhoods and nearby suburbs, offering diners the chance to indulge without breaking the bank. As reported by NBC Chicago, gourmands will have the opportunity to sample priced menus at $25 for brunch or lunch and either $42 or $59 for dinner, exclusive of beverages, tax, and gratuity.
One of the highlights of this year's food festival is the participation of prestigious Michelin-rated restaurants. There's no shortage of flavor, with places like Avec, Cabra, and Boka ready to serve up some of their finest dishes. From the South Loop's two-starred Moody Tongue to Logan Square’s Daisies, which boasts a Green Star for sustainability, Chicago’s Restaurant Week invites food enthusiasts to explore a galaxy of gourmet experiences.
The official kick-off event is the First Bites Bash, which will take place at the Field Museum on Jan. 18, the night before restaurant week officially commences. According to a statement obtained by Time Out Chicago, this preliminary soiree will feature delectable tasting portions from over 50 restaurants participating in the week's event. Tickets for the bash are selling for $150, with a slice of the proceeds going to benefit Pilot Light and the James Beard Foundation.
And for those always on the lookout for new flavors, this year does not disappoint. Among the nearly four hundred eateries are 56 first-timers like Asador Bastian and Miru, adding an exciting mix to the already broad palette on offer. With the full list of participating venues and their menus now available for perusal online, prospective diners are encouraged to book in advance and dive into the culinary diversity that Chicago has to offer.
