What's Rocking Right Now?! The Bristol, The J. Parker, Giveaway
Hey friends! I've got some great picks for what's Rocking Right Now this week... but the great thing is, these spots are also rocking ALL summer! Click here to listen to my full radio segment on 101-WKQX.
The Bristol
English Pea Risotto
The Bristol has long been my favorite spot in Bucktown. Not only are they Farm to Table, but they also like to say they're "nose to tail". They have some of the most incredible, rustic yet refined dishes in Chicago. The restaurant group can do no wrong, B. Hostpitaliy Co. has other incredible hot spots like Balena, Formento's, and Swift and Sons... not too shabby. But the Bristol has been a flagship and it's clear why they are such a mainstay on the Chicago food scene.
Whitefish
They just brought over executive chef, Todd Stein, to take the reigns and he's already introduced an incredible looking new shared plates menu that debuts this month. Some standouts and dishes I can't WAIT to try are: The head on prawns ala plancha with anchovy butter, Steak tartare with spicy mustard, quail egg yolk and cheddar-dusted chicharrones, English pea risotto (OMG YASSSS!!!), and Whitefish with baby clams, vegetable ragout and smoked bacon.
The Bristol- BUCKTOWN- 2152 N. Damen Ave.
The J. Parker
The J. Parker is known, since it's opening a few years ago atop the Lincoln Hotel, as THE summer rooftop and hot spot. For cool cocktails and to see and be seen. They have one of the most magnificent views in the city, and the expansive lake and Lincoln Park scenery is second to none.
The Vino del Sol- Photo by Taylor Crowley via The J. Parker
They just launched a new summer cocktail menu that focuses on warm destinations from around the world, how Eat Travel Rock-y of them! Here are a few selections that look delicioso! Vino de Sol (inspired by Spain), Pacific Coast Highway (inspired by California / the West Coast) and After Dark (inspired by India).
The J. Parker- LINCOLN PARK- 1816 N. Clark St.
Portillo's Giveaway!!!
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