A Girl & Her Food: Top 12 Chicago Newcomers Restaurants of 2012

26.12.12

As it is the last week of 2012, I wanted to share my favorite newcomers to the 312 dining scene. Since the world didn't end and if you live in Chicago and haven't been to these spots....you must try them ASAP! I would love to hear which are your favorite new restaurants in Chicago of 2012?

Antique Taco

eat:

Antique Taco Salad

Chili Cheese Curds

Crispy Fish Tempura Taco

Rosemary's Margarita

Horchata Milkshake

Au Cheval
eat:
Burger
Fried Bologna
Mazto Ball soup

Balena
eat:
Zingerman's Burrata
Orecchiette
Pizza

Bavettes
eat:
Fresh Oysters
Shaved prime rib
Southern Style Fried chicken
Lemon Meringue pie

Boarding House
eat:
The Alpine Pizza
Lobster Poutine
Edith's Fried Chicken

Carriage House
eat:
Charleston She Crab Soup
Shrimp and Grits
Down South Lyonaisse Salad
Skillet Cornbread

Little Goat
eat:
The Shrimp
The Roast Beef
Bacon & Gouda Bread
Drink:
The Little Goat

Kai Zan
eat:
Escolar Pearls
Orange Rush
Omakase
Green Monster

Publican Quality Meats
eat:
PB&L
Chicken Parmesan
Muffaletta

RPM
eat:
Giuliana's Salad
Prime Beef Meatballs
Mama DePandi's Bucatini Pomodoro
PS: I love G & B!

Trencherman
eat:
Pickle Tots
Aged Pekin Duck
Milk Braised Pork Shoulder

Want more? Here are the spots where I am a regular
(besides the restaurants, I LOVE, listed above)

Athenian Room

Avec

Barnaby's in Northbrook

Cemitas Puebla