There’s a lot happening in Chicago at the moment. Perhaps that’s an understatement, because this week feels utterly otherworldly—and it’s only Wednesday. Amid World Series madness and early-voter predictions comes the Michelin Guide Chicago 2017, honoring the top tier of the city’s expansive dining scene.
Newcomers to the prestigious list include Roister, Smyth, GreenRiver and Band of Bohemia with one star each and Oriole with an impressive two stars after opening earlier this year. Two additional noteworthy tweaks: Tru was upgraded to two stars, and Moto was dropped from the list after shuttering in February.
Here’s a quick look at the entire list (* indicates a first-timer):
Three stars: Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey
Grace
Alinea
Two stars: Excellent cuisine, worth a detour
42 Grams
Acadia
* Oriole
Sixteen
Tru
One star: A very good restaurant in its category
* Band of Bohemia
Blackbird
Boka
Dusek’s Board & Beer
El Ideas
Elizabeth
Everest
Goosefoot
* GreenRiver
Longman & Eagle
Naha
North Pond
Parachute
* Roister
Schwa
Sepia
* Smyth
Spiaggia
Topolobampo
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