Tag: Park Ridge restaurants
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Good Eats at Daniel’s Charcuterie: Beautiful charcuterie boards, creative sandwiches, sommelier-selected wines and more at this cozy Uptown bistro
By Trent Modglin 15 S. Fairview Ave. in Park Ridge 224-585-6100 DanielsCharcuterie.com History in short: Daniel Boland, who opened Daniel’s Charcuterie in 2020, earned his stripes at notable Chicago restaurants like Publican Anker and Girl and the Goat, learning from Paul Kahan and the host of reputable chefs involved with the One Off Hospitality Group. ... -
Signature Dishes: The backyard gardener nachos at Off the Wall Café, Thai chicken wrap at S&T and vampire tacos at Yard House
The Backyard Gardener nachos at Off the Wall Café You may have had some of Off the Wall’s great coffee or tea concoctions, perhaps one of their creative cocktails, or maybe even their avocado toast, muffins or sandwiches, but have you ever had their nachos? Not to overstate things, but we can honestly remember the ... -
Q&A with Mel Thillens about his Mel’s Craft BBQ opening this spring on Main Street, learning from the best in Texas, and a love for showing people a good time
By Trent Modglin Q: Tell us about the inspiration behind Mel’s Craft BBQ. A: Nothing makes me happier than showing people a good time. I’ve been watching people smile after that first bite at my annual Memorial Day BBQ. I love sharing a great bourbon, or just enjoying a conversation with friends over a bucket of beers. This ... -
Comfort food cravings: We searched local restaurants for some of the best meals perfect for those cold, wintery evenings
Chicken fried chicken at Tavern on the Point 6724 N. Northwest Highway in Edison Park TavernOnThePoint.com This modern, industrial and stylish sports bar is, when you recognize the high-end options on the menu, really more of a “sports restaurant” that specializes in elevated American comfort food. The kitchen is just that good. There are several ... -
Signature dishes: The brie grilled cheese at Daniel’s Charcuterie, taco pizza at Easy Street and street tacos at Qué Onda
By Trent Modglin Brie grilled cheese at Daniel’s Charcuterie It hasn’t taken Daniel’s Charcuterie long to garner a strong reputation for their creative and tasty charcuterie boards, but here’s a helpful tip: Do not overlook the rest of a diverse menu that offers an array of fresh salad and gourmet sandwich options. Like this one, ... -
Good Eats at Zia’s Social: This highly anticipated Norwood Park hotspot lives up to the hype with a delicious, inventive menu and comfortably stylish atmosphere
By Trent Modglin Photos by Nikki Allen Creative 6158 N. Northwest Highway in Norwood Park 773-775-0808 ZiasSocial.com Social media: @ziassocial The anticipation: After 24 years as a staple of the Edison Park dining scene, Zia’s Trattoria closed its doors this fall, with executive chef and co-owner Joe Calabrese and his team shifting their attention to ... -
In need of the perfect holiday dessert? Look no further than Sweet & Tart’s tasty assortment of homemade pies
By Trent Modglin It didn’t take Sweet & Tart long to develop a reputation for their delectable baked goods, not to mention a diverse menu, creative cocktails and fun environment. But it’s the holiday season, and their popular homemade pies take precedence right now. Last year, amidst the COVID craze, they sold 328 pies for ... -
Local recommendations include Daniel’s Charcuterie, Vertical Chimney, Polite Pup Dog Training, Chic Couture, Park Ridge Pick Ups and more
Daniel’s Charcuterie Active locals share some of their favorite businesses in the area Shout out to Daniel’s Charcuterie. Such a great addition to uptown Park Ridge! We’ve gotten their charcuterie platters and sandwiches before, and both have been amazing. I had charcuterie and wine with my sister in their outdoor eating area, and it was ...
