Paul Kahan
Rick Bayless deserves an honorable mention for bringing local and sustainable inputs to the masses and the city’s best hot chocolate at Xoco, but Kahan’s tacos at Big Star are a game changer. Like Hot Doug’s sausages or Alinea’s custom serveware, they are the best in show.
1531 North Damen
(773)235-4039
bigstarchicago.com
Audience choice:
Rick Bayless
Xoco, 449 North Clark
(312)334-3688
rickbayless.com/restaurants/xoco.html