Sometimes the whole experience and atmosphere surrounding a meal elevates an otherwise simple sandwich to extraordinary levels of satisfaction. That is definitely the case with the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Bagel Sandwich ($4.95) from Bridgeport Coffee Company. More

Every baseball team deserves to have at least one great hot dog stand nearby. The White Sox have two. 35th Street Red Hots is one, but the other is Morrie O'Malley's, a cheery and well lit space, that featuring a menu absolutely brimming with delicious possibilities. More

When you mention Maxwell Street, most Chicagoans have one food in mind—a massive Polish sausage in a bun topped with mustard and caramelized onions. Jim's Original is considered the originator of the dish, and it is still the most famous practitioner in the city, but it is definitely not the only one. More

Called Farm to Barstool, the video tracks how Pleasant House Bakery's Art Jackson transforms produce from gardens around Bridgeport into fillings for his unbelievable savory pies. The pies are then delivered next door for the hungry patrons at Maria's Packaged Goods & Community Bar (hence the barstool in the title). More

If you've never had proper bangers and mash, one of the great British culinary contributions to the world, head on over to Pleasant House and treat yourself to a plate. Uncommonly juicy, yet not at all greasy, the flavor is mild and subtle. They have a soft snap and just a touch of heat from the white pepper. More

The summer heat is slowly giving way to crisp fall days in Chicago. Gone (hopefully) are the pummeling heat waves and the unbearable humidity. City drinkers will again start seeking their warmth from the bottom of a glass, which means bourbon season is upon us. Luckily, the Windy City has no shortage of bars serving up unique cocktails that feature the iconic southern libation. Here are five of our favorites. More

What was traditionally the stuff of cliché cop jokes is now the focus of serious culinary attention, catering to all tastes and cultural stylings. Chicago is no exception to the trend, with a scene as varied as donuts themselves. Our Windy City favorites include a 90-year-old bakery, a six-month-old pop-up, a South Side staple, and a James Beard Nominee's Wicker Park dessert destination. More

There's no doubting the popularity of Phil's Pizza in Bridgeport. The Near South Side institution has been satisfying pizza cravings since 1960 and repeatedly gets glowing reviews from diners. On my recent visit, the restaurant was packed. Given all that, you can imagine my surprise when I bit into a decidedly mediocre pizza. More

"I don't need much in my life, just a 100% all-beef natural casing Vienna Beef hot dog with freshly fried French fries." [Photographs: Nick Kindelsperger] 35th Street Red Hots 500 W 35th Street, Chicago IL 60609 (map) The Short Order:... More

[Photograph: Michael Nagrant] I like a steak taco that doesn't look like it's been hacked to death by Edward Scissorhands. But, rather than cutting skirt steak nicely across the grain in reasonably sized slivers, most of the Chicago taquerias... More

You'd think a place named Ed's Potsticker House would have great potstickers, but you'd be wrong. They're actually kind of the chewy and underseasoned, and my guess is Serious Eats founder Ed Levine could make better "Ed's Potstickers" at... More

This week's episode of No Reservations took place in Chicago, and except for Anthony Bourdain's jab against Chicagoans--where he said something like, "These are not small people"--it was one of the better chronicles of the Windy City's tasty offerings. Local... More