Restaurants

Illinois is just days away from fully reopening and as it turns out, some things will not be changing as we emerge from the pandemic.

McDonald's is looking at using artificial intelligence to serve up real food, and the testing ground is in Chicago.

The Great American Deli Schlep brought a big motorcycle crew to Manny's Deli in the South Loop at a place no one leaves hungry.

A kitchen controversy has reached a boiling point on Chicago’s North Side. The controversy surrounds Cloud Kitchens on Rockwell near Irving Park.

A Geneva man is putting his money where his mouth is. 

Fourteen months after the pandemic forced a sudden shut down, restaurants that survived found an ugly surprise. They say it is difficult to hire enough staff to reopen fully.

A Chicago area burger chain is adding some edible enhancements to the menu, so you can get a "high" while you dine.

Nearby Lincoln Park residents are concerned the additions of alcohol and an outdoor patio at The Wiener's Circle will make for a noisy atmosphere.

Buona Beef is switching up its signature beef sandwich to attract vegans.

The new Hard Rock Casino in Gary is looking to fill hundreds of positions at all five of its new restaurants.

The Michelin guide is bringing back its coveted star ratings after being on pause in the U.S. amid industry shutdowns during the pandemic.

Vice President Kamala Harris was in Chicago on Tuesday, where she toured a vaccination site that opened to union workers. She also visited Brown Sugar Bakery on the city’s South Side, where she met with owners and employees.