Technical Exhibition Technical Exhibition Hours education programs, grant opportunities McCORMICK PLACE AND =Vaa6 Hdji]7j^aY^c\ VcY and discounted resources. For an updated Technical Exhibits at RSNA 2013 will =Vaa7 Cdgi]7j^aY^c\ schedule and more information on these feature nearly 700 exhibitors in two halls: opportunities visit RSNA.org/GlobalCon CHICAGO Sunday–Wednesday Hall A in the South Building and Hall B in nection. the North Building. A balanced mix of 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Getting around McCormick Place and the RSNA annual meeting is easy thanks to an 8VgZZg8dccZXi/ Looking for a job? Then companies will be located in both halls. Thursday stop by the Career Connect booth to view easy-to-follow, intuitive floor plan and technological offerings to aid you every step of 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Featured at the Technical Exhibiton: current job openings and upload your the way. Along with the latest technology, bustling technical exhibit halls and a broad :m]^W^idgEgdYjXiI]ZViZg/ Learn about résumé to the website. Trying to hire the spectrum of RSNA services and dining options, RSNA also offers resources to help you new products being displayed in an RSNA Services perfect candidate? Place a current job educational environment in South Find new networking opportunities and opening on Career Connect for FREE — get the most out of your trip to the Windy City. Building, Hall A. enhanced resources to connect radiology a $225 savings. Visit the booth for more information and to post the position. 8djcignEVk^a^dch/ Exhibitors from Canada professionals from around the world at the Technology (Ontario), China, France, Germany, Japan Global Connection booth and a new Journals, News & RadiologyInfo.org/ and Korea will be showcasing their Radiology Cares booth in the bustling RSNA Check out RSNA’s print, online and mobile Take advantage of digital resources to learn products and services in their country Services area at RSNA 2013. Anchored by publications and news including Radi- more about specific sessions, get general booths. the RSNA Plaza, RSNA Services on Level 3 ology, RadioGraphics, Radiology Legacy information, and find your way around of the Lakeside Center offers: Collection, Radiology Select and RSNA RSNA 2013 and McCormick Place. EjWa^h]ZghGdl/ Browse educational titles News. RSNA staff will help with subscrip- in all areas of medical imaging in South GHC6
37 RSNA News | October-November 2013 October-November 2013 | RSNA News 38 Continued from previous page Help Center mention the American promotional code to REGISTRATION & HOUSING GVY^dad\n8VgZh/ The Art of Patient- Look for the “I” icon throughout McCormick be eligible for discounted fares. Service centered Practice: Take the Radiology Place to find help. Visit one of the RSNA fees will apply when booking over the Final Discounted Advance Registration Registration Fees Onsite Registration Cares Pledge. Stop by to get a Radiology phone. Discounts are available on American Help Centers located in the Grand BY NOV. 8 AFTER NOV. 8 Those who registered after the mail Cares lapel pin and suitable-for-framing Airlines, American Eagle and American Register by November 8 to receive the Concourse, Level 3, or Lakeside Center $ 0 $ 100 RSNA/AAPM Member deadline (Oct. 25 international, Nov. 8 certificate acknowledging that patients are Connection. Reservations involving any discounted registration fee and full Ballroom, Level 3, where RSNA staff can 0 0 RSNA/AAPM Member domestic) and/or who did not receive the focus of your radiology practice. It oneworld Alliance or codeshare partner conference materials mailed to you in assist with general information or any of the Presenter badges in advance should proceed to takes less than a minute to pledge. airlines must be booked via phone. advance. International visitors must following: Professional Registration. Already Visitors can also learn more about the register by October 25 to receive these 0 0 RSNA Member-in-Training, Delta Air Lines Registered line in the Grand Concourse, initiative, view patient-centered practice tBadge replacement/correction materials in advance. Registrations RSNA Student Member and Delta offers a 10 percent discount on full/ Level 3, or Lakeside Center, Level 3, Hall resources and share patient-centric ideas. tChicago tourism information received after November 8 will be Non-Member Student D. Those that did not register in advance For more information on the Radiology non-restricted fares and 5 percent discount processed at the increased fee and confer- 0 0 Non-Member Presenter tHotel information and wish to obtain a badge should proceed Cares campaign visit RadiologyCares.org. on discounted/restricted airfares. Reserva- ence materials must be obtained at the 180 280 Non-Member Resident/ tInterpretation services tions and ticketing are available via Delta. to Professional Registration/New GHC6HidgZ/ Shop for CME refresher McCormick Place Convention Center. No Trainee tLanyard pickup com or by calling Delta’s Meeting Network Registration line in the Grand Concourse, course CDs, RadioGraphics special issues hotel reservations will be accepted after 180 280 Radiology Support Personnel Reservations at 1-800-328-1111. When Level 3, or Lakeside Center, Level 3, Hall and much more. Staff will be on hand to tReplacement course tickets November 8. 825 925 Non-Member Radiologist, booking online, select Meeting Event Code D. RSNA encourages attendees to do this discuss RSNA mobile CME products, There are four ways to register for RSNA Physicist or Physician Also in the Grand Concourse, visit the and enter NMGBE in the box provided on on Saturday, November 30, to avoid long RSNA/AAPM physics modules for 2013: Hospital or Facility Executive, RSNA Concierge Services Desk, where the Search Flight page. Please note that a 825 925 lines later in the week. residents, the RSNA CME Credit staff will assist with the following services: Commercial Research and Direct Ticketing Charge will apply for 1. Internet Fastest way Repository and everything related to your Development Personnel, Hours of Operation tRSNA Tours & Events booking by phone. Applicable restrictions Go to RSNA.org/register to register! RSNA education needs. The store also Healthcare Consultant and Saturday, November 30 may apply. features RSNA-branded merchandise and tChicago restaurant reservations 2. Telephone Industry Personnel &'e#b#Ä+e#b# United (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT) apparel—great as souvenirs and gifts. tBistro RSNA tickets 325 325 One-day registration to view Sunday, Dec 1 – Thursday, Dec 5 1-800-650-7018 GZhZVgX]:YjXVi^dc G: ;djcYVi^dc/ tRibbon pick-up United.com offers a 2 to 10 percent only the Technical Exhibits ,/(%V#b#Ä*e#b# discount off published fares. Call the United 1-847-996-5876 Learn more about R&E activities in this ;g^YVn!9ZXZbWZg+ Ribbon Pick-Up meetings desk at 1-800-426-1122 and Virtual Meeting Registration booth featuring current grant and award (#;Vm ')]djgh ,/(%V#b#Ä&'e#b# recipients as well as individual, private This year, RSNA will award 10,839 special mention the United agreement code 777175 1-888-772-1888 Fees recognition ribbons honoring long-term and Z code ZNSV to be eligible for practice and corporate donors. A Donor 1-301-694-5124 $ 0 RSNA Member-in-Training, For more information about registering for members. Those who did not receive discounted fares. No service fee will be RSNA Medical Student Wall lists all individuals who have )#BV^a RSNA 2013, visit RSNA2013.RSNA.org, ribbons in advance of the meeting can pick charged when booking over the phone Member and Retired RSNA contributed to the Foundation during the Experient/RSNA 2013 e-mail [email protected], or call them up in the Grand Concourse, Level 3, at directly with United Airlines. Please note giving year. Donations are accepted PO Box 4088 Member 1-800-381-6660 x7862. onsite. the Ribbon Desk. this code is not valid on United.com. Frederick, MD 21705 USA 100 RSNA/AAPM Member Discounts are applicable for the following I]ZG:9dcdgAdjc\Z/ Offers computers, 300 Non-Member Reserve Your Room Now travel dates: November 28 and 29, and a coat room and comfortable furniture for Discounted hotel room rates are available December 4 through December 9. relaxation and refreshments for those for RSNA attendees. To see the hotel list institution, address, e-mail address, phone/ please visit either Help Center onsite tParking lot locations, hours and fees who have received a donor ribbon as well Gant Travel and room rates go to RSNA2013.RSNA.org. fax numbers and radiologic specialty as located in the Grand Concourse or Lakeside as those who have contributed at least RSNA attendees who book air travel RSNA 2013 Program in Brief, Official The deadline for housing reservations and provided at the point of Center. $250 onsite. Contributors to the R&E through Gant Travel experience the Meeting Bag and Lanyard changes through RSNA is November 8. registration. These Foundation wear distinctive ribbons. following benefits: EdX`Zi 39 RSNA News | October-November 2013 October-November 2013 | RSNA News 40 Continued from previous page p.m., and “Career 102: Survival Skills for tInterpretation Services—International with a user-friendly search engine to find Your Job (An Interactive Session),” focusing attendees will be assisted at the Help 2013 DINING GUIDE presentations to fit your schedule. on the importance of advocacy, dictating Centers and at Professional Registration The complete roster of special interest/ radiology reports and how to become with their conference questions in the Whether you prefer to eat your meals at McCormick Place or catch a cab to a trendy controversies/hot topic sessions, multises- indispensable to your employer, among following languages: Chinese, Dutch, downtown Chicago eatery, we’ve got a full menu of dining options for RSNA 2013. sion and refresher/informatics courses and other issues, from 4-5:45 p.m. French, German, Italian, Japanese and vendor computer workshops are available Visit the Help Desk near the Grand Concourse for restaurant recommendations, Residents Lounge—Located in the Spanish. in RSNA’s online meeting program. To Lakeside Learning Center, the lounge offers tTravel Services—ESA Voyages, the official reservations and concierge services. confirm tickets for courses, you must be RSNA members-in-training and non- international travel provider at RSNA registered for RSNA 2013 and guarantee member residents a place to relax and 2013, will be available at the Help Center Bistro RSNA—The Best Place to Eat, Wide Range of Dining your seat at RSNA.org/register before network while enjoying complimentary (Grand Concourse, Level 3) and at Profes- November 27. Meet & Network Options refreshments. The lounge is open Sunday sional Registration (Lakeside Center, Level With an extensive gourmet menu and ample A variety of dining options are Daily Bulletin – Thursday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. 3, Hall D) to assist with questions. seating, Bistro RSNA is an excellent option for a offered during RSNA 2013 The Daily Bulletin is the official newspaper Residents Reception—Offered in conjunc- tCurrency Exchange services can be found comfortable lunch and networking with colleagues. throughout all buildings of the of the RSNA annual meeting. Featuring tion with the American College of Radiology, in Chicago and within both Chicago Each technical exhibit hall, as well as the Lakeside convention center. Along with a overnight news from the meeting, the the reception gives residents a chance to airports. Visit the International Traveler’s Learning Center, houses Bistro RSNA. One low food court and an organic café, newspaper can be found in bins throughout eat, mix and mingle with their peers and page at www.travelex.com for locations. price of $20 gets you an all-inclusive meal, offerings include Starbucks, McCormick Place. Each day’s issue will also network with longtime RSNA members and tVisit RSNA.org/InternationalVisitors for including tax, beverages and dessert. Purchase Jamba Juice, On the Go Stations, be available on the RSNA 2013 Mobile App leaders. The reception is held Monday, 4–5 information related to RSNA 2013 tickets online before Nov. 27 and save $2.00 off cafes, delis, McDonald’s, Connie’s and online at RSNA.org/bulletin. p.m., in the Hyatt Regency McCormick including continuing education credit the onsite price. Purchase tickets at Bistrorsna. Pizza and much more. The Daily Bulletin also includes a New Place. transfers and Visa requirements. com/attendee.php. Products & Services section offered RSNA Research & Education Tours and Events Sunday-Wednesday. ;djcYVi^dc—Visit the R&E Foundation area RSNA has teamed up with Hosts Chicago in RSNA Services to explore grants Chicago Offers World-class Dining Options Press Conferences and Bloomingdale’s to offer you exclusive available to residents and fellows. Learn Round out your RSNA 2013 experience by taking an excursion to one of Chicago’s eclectic roster of More than 150 members of the news media ways to experience Chicago during your about the work of past grant recipients and restaurants or relaxing at one of the city’s wide array of clubs and lounges. typically attend the annual meeting to stay for RSNA 2013. This year’s lineup capture the breaking news coming out of the application process. offers multiple city tours, shopping NEW—Indicates a restaurant appearing on the Brunch Girl & The Goat the event. Print, broadcast and online media GZh^YZci$;Zaadl7gdX]jgZ—Residents excursions, culinary experiences, museum RSNA list for the first time. 644 N. Orleans St.; 1-312-265-1411 809 W. Randolph St.; 1-312-492-6262 throughout the world carried more than and fellows attending the meeting will want exhibits, and theater performances. Six The perfect stop for guests at River North hotels, Make a reservation today (they fill up months out) AMERICAN Brunch offers several choices including a break- 10,000 stories about RSNA 2012. to pick up the new “Resident/Fellow” for this unique Chicago favorite, featuring celebrity days of action-packed tours are offered. Acadia fast bar, table service and carryout from one of chef Stephanie Izard. She serves not just Ameri- Press conferences will again be held onsite brochure listing other courses and sessions The RSNA Tours & Events brochure is 1639 S. Wabash Ave.; 1-312-360-9500 the few breakfast options in the area. Inexpensive can food, but what some critics have termed The minimalist chic of the room helps temper the with content of interest to residents and available at RSNA2013.RSNA.org. /&8Carriage House “Chicago cuisine.” Moderate at the 2013 meeting to highlight some of the complexity of the menu. Famous for the Yukon fellows. 1700 W. Division St.; 1-773-384-9700 /&8Grace newsworthy research being presented. This *`;jcGjc Gold potato and green apple risotto, this high-end, The southern fare here is offered in both classic 652 W. Randolph St.; 1-312-234-9494 year’s press conferences will feature a contemporary American restaurant has something and “reimagined” dishes over shared tables and Diners choose from one of two prix-fixe menus, Transportation IjZhYVn!9ZXZbWZg(!+/(%V#b#6gkZn for everyone, including a burger. Very Expensive lineup of current topics of great interest to family-style meals. Moderate one all vegetable, that showcase local favorite RSNA offers complimentary shuttle bus Field, South Grant Park, Chicago Ada Street the general public and will showcase Chicago Firehouse Restaurant Curtis Duffy’s creative contemporary cuisine. service to and from McCormick Place. A 1664 N. Ada St.; 1-773-697-7069 1401 S. Michigan Ave.; 1-312-786-1401 Very Expensive radiology’s contributions to disease and Enjoy a 5k event along Chicago’s beautiful Chicago restaurant greats Michael Kornick and dedicated bus lane makes the trip quick and Escargot and vegetable strudel share the appe- graham elliot injury detection, diagnosis and treatment. Lake Michigan shore and help fuel critical David Morton teamed up again on Ada Street, a tizer menu at this restaurant housed in a turn-of- 217 W. Huron St.; 1-312-624-9975 easy, even during rush hours. Check research to keep our specialty at the tavern featuring tasty, hearty, small plates. Take the-century firehouse, complete with the original Graham Elliot Bowles left his throne at the nearby Residents and Fellows signage in the hotel lobby and at McCormick forefront of time to visit the restaurant’s vinyl library to select fire poles. Casual or formal dining is available and Peninsula Hotel’s Avenues restaurant to open this a record for the staff to play. Inexpensive warehouse space in River North. He makes haute Place Convention Center for exact pick-up healthcare. wines are mostly American. Expensive RSNA 2013 offers a full roster of Resident The Bedford cuisine accessible by providing paper menus and and drop-off locations. Deca and Fellow-focused programming along During online 1612 W. Division St.; 1-773-235-8800 160 E. Pearson St.; 1-312-573-5160 removing tablecloths and tuxedoed waiters. with unparalleled networking opportunities Ride the Metra Electric Train for free using registration or Dinner and cocktails are served in the vault of a Alongside the fountain in the lobby of the Ritz Expensive former bank. The German-influenced menu and perks for trainees. RSNA annual onsite at Carlton, this art deco-themed brasserie presents Hackney’s Printers Row the Metra ticket located in your registration changes frequently to accommodate the availabil- 733 S. Dearborn St.; 1-312-461-1116 McCormick reasonably priced entrees, a large selection of meeting registration is free for RSNA envelope. Trains run from downtown ity of locally grown foods. Locals are streaming in salads and even sliders in a sophisticated setting. At this pub located in one of the oldest buildings members-in-training. Go to RSNA.org/ Chicago stations to the McCormick Place Place, you can to enjoy the bar scene and specialty drinks. Moderate in Printers Row—a neighborhood as famous and Moderate Register. Convention Center Station in just 7 minutes. sign up as a runner or walker for the 5k Epic historic as the Hackneyburger—try the popular deep-fried onion loaf with one of the many Fun Run. The signup donation of $40 will Blackbird 112 W. Hubbard St.; 1-312-222-4940 GZh^YZcih$;ZaadlhEgd\gVb—Tailored Stations are located within walking distance 619 W. Randolph St.; 1-312-715-0708 imported tap beers. Inexpensive benefit the RSNA R&E Foundation and is American food with a French flair is served in a specifically for radiology residents and to many hotels. The ticket must be shown This trendy hot spot serves contemporary Ameri- setting worthy of this restaurant’s name. Two Henri fully tax deductible. Participants receive a can cuisine with seasonal emphasis. Expensive fellows, the program launched in 2011 to the conductor when requested. kitchens serve around 200 in the split-level dining 18 S. Michigan Ave.; 1-312-578-0763 commemorative T-shirt. /&8The Boarding House room while the Chicago skyline is showcased Named for architect Louis Henri Sullivan who continues with a two-part Wednesday For more information, go to RSNA2013. 720 N. Wells St.; 1-312-280-0720 through the 24-foot windows. Expensive designed the façade of 18 S. Michigan Ave., Hen- symposium, “Career 101: Planning for RSNA.org and click Transportation. A two-level dining room, a chandelier made of The Gage ri’s French-influenced American menu is wowing Success After Residency (An Interactive over 9,000 wine glasses, and a 500-bottle wine 24 S. Michigan Ave.; 1-312-372-4243 diners and critics alike. The restaurant décor has list set the atmosphere for this new River North been described as vintage salon with velvet, Session),” addressing the future of the International Attendees Housed in a 1930s hat factory across from Millen- eatery opened by Alpana Singh, recently named nium Park, the Gage offers an atmosphere accen- mohair and silk accents. Very Expensive tCertificate of Attendance—Use the radiology job market, finding a job in a tight one of Food and Wine’s top 10 sommeliers of tuated by brass, leather and subway tile. Comfort Continued on next page market and job changes, from 1:30–3:30 computers in the Internet Zones to print a 2013. Expensive food is paired with a roster of 30 bottled beers personalized certificate of attendance. and interesting small-batch whiskeys. Moderate 41 RSNA News | October-November 2013 October-November 2013 | RSNA News 42 Japonais CUBAN FUSION Gioco 600 W. Chicago Ave.; 1-312-822-9600 1312 S. Wabash Ave.; 1-312-939-3870 Habana Libre Roy’s Combining industrial and chic decor in a con- A big-portioned, contemporary Italian feast in a 1440 W. Chicago Ave.; 1-312-243-3303 720 N. State St.; 1-312-787-7599 verted industrial building, Japonais offers tradi- Prohibition-era speakeasy. In line with a trattoria, It may worth practicing some Spanish for this Combining French and Asian techniques, Hawai- tional Japanese sushi and smoked duck topped the menu offers tortellini, beef and octopus car- Cuban food. Try the rellenas—ground beef ian fusion cuisine includes hibachi-grilled salmon, off with the Tokyo Tower—a huge helping of ice paccios, pizza, veal scaloppini, rabbit, mussels and encased in fried bread—as well as mashed pota- blackened tuna and barbecued baby back ribs. cream, sorbets and cookies. Expensive seafood. Moderate toes with mango sauce and crusty empanadas Watch the exhibition kitchen from the bar or dining Le Colonial with guava paste and cheese. Inexpensive room. Expensive Osteria Via Stato 937 N. Rush St.; 1-312-255-0088 620 N. State St.; 1-312-642-8450 Vermilion In the heart of Rush Street, this French-Vietnam- DUTCH Get the feeling of dining in Italy with waiters 10 W. Hubbard St.; 1-312-527-4060 ese masterpiece vividly recaptures French colonial swooping in serving course after course. Select a Vincent Veering far from the traditional path, Vermilion Southeast Asia. Sugar cane-wrapped shrimp, sea main course from a chalkboard menu and let the 1475 W. Balmoral Ave.; 1-773-334-7168 presents a Latin-Indian fusion menu that works bass and filet mignon enhance the sophisticated kitchen decide the rest. Seconds are available on With dark wood tables and an extensive array of surprisingly well. The tapas-style menu includes menu. Expensive everything but entrées. Expensive ales to choose from, meals at Vincent are com- roasted baby eggplants, fried plantain dumplings Sunda posed of Dutch staples such as pate, mussels and and various curries. Expensive Piccolo Sogno 110 W. Illinois St.; 1-312-644-0500 pickled herring. This Andersonville hot spot also 464 N. Halsted St.; 1-312-421-0077 Communal tables, a sushi bar and a hipster scene offers an extensive gin menu and a decent listing GREEK With Murano glass chandeliers, Venetian-plastered set the stage for a sleek new Asian experience. of Belgium-style ales. Moderate Taxim walls, an Italian marble bar and a terrazzo floor, The “Devil’s Basket” combines red chilis, toasted FRENCH 1558 N. Milwaukee Ave.; 1-773-252-1558 executive chef Tony Priolo essentially transforms garlic and soft-shell crabs served up in a metal Dine on authentic regional Greek cuisine under this Chicago eatery into his Naples home. bucket. Moderate Balsan Byzantine brass lanterns in Wicker Park. The Moderate 11 E. Walton St.; 1-312-646-1400 Shanghai Terrace dishes direct from Istanbul and Cyprus will expose Prosecco The décor of Balsan, located in the European- many diners to a new take on what they know as 108 E. Superior St.; 1-312-573-6744 styled Elysian Hotel, was inspired by fashion 710 N. Wells St.; 1-312-951-9500 The Peninsula Hotel’s Asian restaurant sparkles Greek food. An all-Greek wine line completes the The menu at this River North restaurant provides designer Coco Chanel. The trendy brasserie offers experience. Moderate with silver and red lacquer. The fried rice tastes selections from the raw bar as well as house- the opportunity to sample cuisine from all 20 just like the Hong Kong version, with more ambi- made charcuterie and several organ meat dishes. INDIAN regions of Italy, including homemade pastas and Continued from previous page tious offerings such as wok-fried lobster also on risottos. Prosecco also offers the city’s largest The Publican Expensive India House 837 W. Fulton Market; 1-312-733-9555 the menu. Expensive selection of the restaurant’s namesake beverage. Hub 51 Bistronomic 59 W. Grand Ave.; 1-312-645-9500 Moderate 51 W. Hubbard St.; 1-312-828-0051 It’s no surprise that this woody beer hall features Slurping Turtle 840 N. Wabash Ave.; 1-312-944-8400 The 150-item menu offers a vast array of India’s The menu of this eclectic River North spot offers an extensive selection of global beers, but the 116 W. Hubbard St.; 1-312-464-0466 Bistro fare with a touch of extra oomph is served offerings, from standard fare to street fair delica- Quartino fare from Asia to Mexico. The high ceilings, standout here is the menu that centers on sea- Slurping Turtle offers a range of Japanese com- alongside an excellent wine list in the heart of the cies. A glass-enclosed kitchen encourages proud 626 N. State St.; 1-312-698-5000 exposed ductwork and concrete columns create a food and pork and house-made charcuterie. fort foods including items from the bincho grill, Gold Coast. Burgundy walls with French photo- chefs to perform. Specialty drinks allow the The Italian small-plate experience is the focus of hip, urban feel for this casual restaurant. Kitchen Inexpensive dumplings, noodle dishes and sashimi. The bilevel graphs and mirrors set the tone for an intimate adventuresome to experiment. Moderate Quartino, an old world-style restaurant. In addition is open until 2 a.m. Inexpensive Sable River North venue is decked out in trendy indus- evening. Moderate to its featured cured meats and cheeses, Quartino 505 N. State St.; 1-312-755-9704 trial décor. Inexpensive ITALIAN also offers a well-known wine bar. Inexpensive MK, The Restaurant /&8Chez Moi 868 N. Franklin St.; 1-312-482-9179 Many items at this contemporary spot in the Hotel /&8Sumi Robata Bar 2100 N. Halsted St.; 1-773-871-2100 312 Chicago Rosebud on Rush Creative contemporary dishes superbly offset by Palomar come in both large and small portions to 702 N. Wells St.; 1-312-988-7864 Classic French bistro served in a comfortable 136 N. LaSalle St.; 1-312-696-2420 720 N. Rush St.; 1-312-266-6444 stylish ambiance. Exposed bricks and beams allow for sharing. Coined a “gastro-lounge,” the Showcasing the Japanese robatayaki technique, Lincoln Park setting. Moderate Situated in the heart of the Loop Theater District, Handmade pastas are a trademark of this quaint menu features a large number of vegetarian the menu offers tasty skewers of grilled protein the inviting and sophisticated 312 Chicago offers two-story Italian restaurant in a beautifully reno- reflect the building’s past as a paint factory. Les Nomades Expensive selections and focuses on pairing with an exten- that can be paired with a vibrant selection of hot an Italian-influenced American menu with special- vated brownstone. Just a block away from Michi- sive cocktail selection. Moderate and cold appetizers. Moderate 222 E. Ontario St.; 1-312-649-9010 ties such as artichoke and provolone tortellini and gan Avenue, Rosebud is a great pick for a shop- Naha Flawless French food served in a downtown man- old standards. Expensive pers’ lunch or a romantic evening. Expensive 500 N. Clark St.; 1-312-321-6242 Sepia /&8Talay Chicago sion with a picturesque entrance is so entrancing, This bright, minimalist restaurant is becoming a 123 N. Jefferson St.; 1-312-441-1920 1222 W. Madison St.; 1-312-733-0812 it is occasionally used as the setting for movie 437 Rush Spiaggia hit with its Mediterranean-influenced American This restaurant in a former print shop is visually In the shadow of the United Center, the expansive scenes. Very Expensive 437 N. Rush St.; 1-312-222-0101 980 N. Michigan Ave.; 1-312-280-2750 offerings. Expensive spectacular and critically acclaimed for its con- menu in this West Loop BYO offers a wide selec- This Italian steakhouse, a block off of Michigan Sophisticated Italian creations are appropriate for temporary menu driven by seasonally available tion of both Thai and sushi dishes. Inexpensive Maude’s Liquor Bar Avenue, offers steak, lobster and regional fare in a this breathtaking room filled with those desiring to North Pond Tamarind 840 W. Randolph St.; 1-312-243-9712 classic setting. Expensive see and be seen. This extremely popular destina- 2610 N. Cannon Dr.; 1-773-477-5845 foods. Renovations include a floor-to-ceiling wine 614 S. Wabash Ave.; 1-312-379-0970 Catch the ultra, urban scene at Maude’s. The tion boasts white tablecloths, large windows and Seasonal Midwestern and French dishes served rack and Art Nouveau floor. Moderate Bar Toma Chinese, Japanese, Thai and Vietnamese dishes downstairs walks the line between restaurant and first-class service. Very Expensive in well-executed arts-and crafts-style. A former Sixteen 110 E. Pearson St.; 1-312-266-3110 grace the menu at this ambitious South Loop res- bar, where basic drinks and food are served. The skaters’ warming station, this popular restaurant 401 N. Wabash Ave.; 1-312-588-8030 Visit this imaginative Italian wine bar for a meal, Terzo Piano taurant, where sushi, rolls and sashimi selec- surprisingly dark upstairs bar offers serious spe- is located in the heart of Lincoln Park on a pris- The restaurant in Donald Trump’s new Chicago drink or snack. Only steps from Michigan Avenue, 159 E. Monroe St.; 1-312-443-8650 tions—as well as personalized stir-fry—are local cialty cocktails and doles out whiskey bottles on tine lagoon with a city skyline view. Expensive building features a mammoth Swarovski crystal the honor system. Moderate fancy pizza and specialty cheeses are a mainstay This glass-enclosed space on the top floor of the chandelier and two-story high windows showcas- favorites. Inexpensive in the dining room. A quick coffee or gelati can be new Modern Wing of Art Institute of Chicago pro- Park Grill Mon Ami Gabi had at the stand-up espresso bar. Inexpensive vides sweeping panoramic views of the Loop, Mil- 11 N. Michigan Ave.; 1-312-521-7275 ing sweeping views of the Wrigley Building, Tri- CAJUN/CREOLE 2300 N. Lincoln Park West; 1-773-348-8886 lennium Park and Grant Park. Traditional Italian Chicago’s answer to New York’s Tavern on the bune Tower and Lake Michigan. The menu prom- Café Bionda ises bold flavors and top-grade ingredients. Heaven on Seven on Rush Mon Ami’s French bistro serves steak seven ways fare presented with a contemporary flair. Lunch Green, Park Grill features floor-to-ceiling windows 600 N. Michigan Ave.; 1-312-280-7774 1924 S. State St.; 1-312-326-9800 Very Expensive piled high with Mon Ami’s delicious frites. A clever daily but dinner served only Thursdays. Expensive for a great view of Millennium Park. The unpre- Spicy Cajun and Creole dishes served steps from and convenient rolling cart offers wines by the Thick noodle Italian with traditional salumi, or cold tentious menu includes a double-cut pork chop Table Fifty-Two Michigan Avenue, up a steep escalator. “Feed me” glass. Moderate cuts, is popular here. One half of this South Loop Topo Gigio Ristorante with port sauce. Expensive 52 W. Elm St.; 1-312-573-4000 fixed price menus, dependent on the chef’s spot is an elegant room with the warm wood 1516 N. Wells St.; 1-312-266-9355 Art Smith, chef to Oprah and best-selling cook- Paris Club tones and original art while the other half offers a Enjoy terrific Italian dining in Old Town. Topo Gigio Perennial Virant whims, are unforgettable. Sunday features a book author, opened this small, 35-seat restau- 59 W. Hubbard St.; 1-312-595-0800 more casual sports bar. Moderate is a great place for dinner before catching a show 1800 N. Lincoln Ave.; 1-312-981-7070 New Orleans-style brunch. Moderate Paris Club took the French out of French dining. rant. Heavier weekend menu includes fried Coco Pazzo at Second City or Zanies. Moderate As a farm-to-table restaurant, Perennial couldn’t CONTINENTAL The mostly English menu is geared for a younger be better positioned than its location across Clark chicken, waffles and biscuits and gravy served 300 W. Hubbard St.; 1-312-836-0900 Trattoria No. 10 with chicken gumbo. Expensive generation, although many traditional, much loved Street from Lincoln Park’s Green City Market. Au Cheval French dishes are served alongside small plates Tuscan cuisine served in a fabric-draped studio, 10 N. Dearborn St.; 1-312-984-1718 800 W. Randolph St.; 1-312-929-4580 Watch for Chef Paul Virant’s hallmark pickles. ASIAN at this beautiful River North jewel. Moderate complete with a beautiful bar. Expensive Subterranean fixture in the Loop has it all. Pin Enjoy Au Cheval’s European take on a corner lights add drama to a quiet dining room divided Moderate Aria Tru The Florentine diner, including a pork porterhouse. For an addi- JW Marriott, 151 W. Adams St.; 1-312-660-8866 into intimate spaces by pillars and Italian-style Petterino’s 200 N. Columbus Dr.; 1-312-444-9494 tional treat try some of the more than 30 interna- 676 N. St. Clair St.; 1-312-202-0001 archways. Chicagoans visit for amazing pastas, 150 N. Dearborn St.; 1-312-422-0150 The Fairmont Hotel has recreated Aria as a Pan Considered one of the top restaurants in the city, Northern Italian cuisine is dished out in a stunning tional beers on tap or select from the cocktail or room with fantastic paintings and comfortable risottos and ravioli dishes. Expensive Located in the southeast corner of the new Good- Asian restaurant, with an emphasis on seafood. A wine list. Inexpensive Tru juxtaposes flashy, contemporary dishes man Theatre building, Petterino’s specializes in glass-enclosed private dining room adds to Aria’s against a stunning white dining room. This excit- banquettes. The JW Marriott is located in the for- Continued on next page quality steaks, pastas and salads. The room and flair. Very Expensive ing, trendy experience is one block off Michigan mer Continental & Commercial National Bank the food are substantial at this unmistakably 1940s Avenue. Very Expensive building designed by famous Chicago architect Loop-style restaurant. Expensive Daniel H. Burnham. Very Expensive 43 RSNA News | October-November 2013 October-November 2013 | RSNA News 44 Continued from previous page Zocalo Restaurant and Tequila Bar chairs, an onyx table and ebony columns create a Fulton’s on the River Rosebud Steakhouse Green Zebra LATIN AMERICAN 358 W. Ontario St.; 1-312-302-9977 serene, minimalist atmosphere. Very Expensive 315 N. LaSalle St.; 1-312-822-0100 192 E. Walton St.; 1-312-397-1000 1460 W. Chicago Ave.; 1-312-243-7100 Mexican cuisine has become even more festive at Although Fulton’s can please everyone—seafood, Located behind the Drake hotel, Rosebud has won Vegetarians rarely have an extensive choice in fine Carnivale Shaw’s Crab House this popular River North restaurant where mari- 21 E. Hubbard St.; 1-312-527-2722 steaks and sushi are all on the menu—this beauti- the hearts of Chicago steak enthusiasts. Excellent dining but Green Zebra has turned the tables, 702 W. Fulton Market; 1-312-850-5005 nated panela cheese with a shot of mescal is ful riverside restaurant has possibly the best Italian preparations of chicken, lamb and seafood offering upscale vegetarian dishes in a fine dining The attention-grabbing décor, music and menu all The Atlantic, Gulf and Pacific seafood suppliers flambéed tableside. Moderate that stock this restaurant daily are pictured on the oysters in the country. Carefully matched wines are also available. Expensive setting. Carnivores will often find chicken and fish contribute to a festive ambiance. Enjoy ceviches round out the offerings. Moderate on the menu. Expensive along with heartier fish and meat creations from MOLECULAR GASTRONOMY walls of the Blue Crab Lounge, a New Orleanst- Twin Anchors 1655 N. Sedgwick St.; 1-312-266-1616 Brazil, Colombia, Cuba and Puerto Rico. Expensive hemed oyster bar with blues and torch music on Gene & Georgetti DESSERT Alinea the sound system. Expensive 500 N. Franklin St.; 1-312-527-3718 One of Chicago’s oldest restaurants, the space MACANESE 1723 N. Halsted St.; 1-312-867-0110 Thoroughly lacking in pretension, this classic was once a Prohibition speakeasy. In the early Chocolate Bar at the Peninsula Hotel Unique food preparation, pairings and presenta- SPANISH 108 E. Superior St.; 1-312-337-2888 /&8Fat Rice steakhouse offers ungarnished steaks served by ‘50s, Twin Anchors became one Frank Sinatra’s tion highlight these 12-plus course meals served Café Ba-Ba-Reeba! waiters who appear to have worked there since favorite Chicago haunts and is still famous for ribs Heaven on Earth for some and certainly not an 2957 W. Diversey Pkwy.; 1-773-661-9170 over several hours. Wine tasting progressions experience to be duplicated, the Peninsula Hotel This Logan Square newcomer delivers unique 2024 N. Halsted St.; 1-773-935-5000 its inception. This is authentic Chicago—expect to and garlic butter steaks. Moderate matched to each menu are recommended, as are At this festive hotspot, rhythmic Spanish music hear local accents and perhaps catch sight of a offers a magnificent $33 all-you-can-eat choco- Chinese-Portugese cuisine including shareable reservations made well in advance. SUSHI/JAPANESE late buffet on Friday and Saturday evenings. casseroles such as arroz gordo, a simmering greets guests before the hosts can. Café Ba- celebrity or a Chicago alderman. Expensive Very Expensive BaReeba! specializes in paella, sangria and tapas. Moderate stew of duck, pork, sausage, chicken, shellfish, Grillroom Chophouse and Wine Bar Coast Sushi 2045 N. Damen Ave.; 1-773-235-5775 eggs, olives, and rice. Moderate iNG Restaurant Inexpensive 33 W. Monroe St.; 1-312-960-0000 DOWNTOWN CHAINS 951 W. Fulton Market; 1-855-834-6464 Mercat a La Planxa The specialty at this Loop/Theater District steak- Coast is the gold standard among Chicago sushi MEDITERRANEAN Whether you pay by the hour for the chef’s time enthusiasts. The rolls are mostly classical while The Cheesecake Factory 638 S. Michigan Ave.; 1-312-765-0524 house is wet-aged certified angus beef. Location 875 N. Michigan Ave.; 1-312-337-1101 Nellcôte (an actual option) or by the dish, iNG promises to This Catalan restaurant in the restored Blackstone and flexibility of the service make this restaurant a the fish has a well-earned reputation for its fresh- 833 W. Randolph St.; 1-312-432-0500 be a memorable night out. Molecular gastronomy Hotel offers grilled-to-order tapas. The giant win- good choice for a pre-theater dinner or drink. ness. BYOB. Inexpensive Ed Debevic’s 640 N. Wells St.; 1-312-664-1707 Named after the French villa that hosted the Roll- specialist, Homaro Cantu, famous for iNG’s neigh- dows in the stunning Spanish modern room offer Expensive Oysy ing Stones while they recorded “Exile on Main bor, Moto, is at it again with nano-batch beers and beautiful views of Grant Park. Moderate 50 E. Grand Ave.; 1-312-670-6750 Hard Rock Café tableside preparations with liquid nitrogen. The Grill on the Alley Street,” this Mediterranean restaurant exudes a Tavernita 888 S. Michigan Ave.; 1-312-922-1127 63 W. Ontario St.; 1-312-943-2252 Very Expensive 909 N. Michigan Ave.; 1-312-255-9009 similar decadence. Enjoy the beautiful crowd, loud 151 W. Erie St.; 1-312-274-1111 The Westin Hotel’s rendition of the famous Bev- Chicago fish lovers agree that Oysy means deli- Portillo’s Hot Dogs music, elaborate marble and wood floors and Next This trendy River North venue draws a sophisti- erly Hills Grill on the Alley serves large steaks and cious. Two city locations boast creative menus 100 W. Ontario St.; 1-312-587-8910 enormous chandeliers. Moderate 953 W. Fulton Market; 1-312-226-0858 cated crowd eager to sample imaginative Latin seafood in a clubby leather-bound atmosphere. offering more than 50 maki, nigiri and sushi Rainforest Café The Purple Pig Chicago celebrity chef Grant Achatz is selling tick- American and Spanish small plates. The nightclub The lounge features a nightly pianist. Expensive choices as well as tempura. Hot and cold tapas 605 N. Clark St.; 1-312-787-1501 ets instead of reservations to his new restaurant, atmosphere is enhanced by specialty drinks sized dishes allow experimentation. Inexpensive 500 N. Michigan Ave.; 312-464-1744 Mastro’s Steakhouse “Rock n Roll” McDonalds Anitpasti, charcuterie, “smears” and fried special- Next. Every quarter the restaurant changes the served from the restaurant’s three bars. menu theme, which is usually a place and time. 520 N. Dearborn St.; 1-312-521-5100 VEGETARIAN 600 N. Clark St.; 1-312-867-0455 ties share this pork-focused menu that includes Expensive Not only have the lobster mashed potatoes and Italian, Spanish and even New Orleans influences. Check the Next page on Facebook for sale of Chicago Diner Vera the 28-day, wet-aging tradition of the Mastro’s 3411 N. Halsted St.; 1-773-935-6696 The affordable wine list rounds out the casual same day tickets. Very Expensive 1023 W. Lake St.; 1-312-243-9770 chain been carried through to the Chicago restau- The interior is classic diner, but the menu is a experience. Inexpensive RUSSIAN This Spanish wine bar is making a splash with rant, but see-and-be-seen glamour is alive and surprise. This well-loved Boystown restaurant MEXICAN Russian Tea Time small, thoughtfully created plates prepared with a present. Very Expensive serves vegan and vegetarian cuisine using soy caring hand. Don’t neglect to try one of Vera’s 77 E. Adams St.; 1-312-360-0000 The Palm and wheat proteins to simulate meat-based DeCero famous cheese plates. Moderate 814 W. Randolph St.; 1-312-455-8114 Not just a tea house as the name suggests, Rus- 323 E. Wacker Dr.; 1-312-616-1000 dishes. Inexpensive This lively restaurant on Randolph Street’s restau- sian Tea Time is a full-service restaurant run by STEAK Mammoth prime steaks, lobsters and drinks grace natives of the former Soviet Republic of Uzbeki- the tables at this popular steakhouse. The Palm’s rant row offers regional Mexican specialties in a /&8Bavette’s Bar & Boeuf stan. Expensive stylized roadhouse décor. Creative tacos featuring 218 W. Kinzie St.; 1-312-624-8154 personality comes walls covered with portraits of patrons—the famous as well as the unknown— braised duck and sautéed salmon are excellent for SEAFOOD Complementing the savory steak entrees on this sharing. Moderate and cartoons. Expensive Boka menu are an equally strong selection of terrines, DeColores 1729 N. Halsted St.; 1-312-337-6070 foie gras, beef stroganoff, and even fried chicken. 1626 S. Halsted St.; 1-312-226-9886 The theme under the unique fabric-stretched ceil- Expensive This two-story restaurant in Pilsen doubles as a ing is seafood. Start with seared Maine scallops Capital Grille CLUBS AND LOUNGES gallery for local artists. The menu features family with cauliflower puree, tartar of Atlantic salmon or 633 N. St. Clair St.; 1-312-337-9400 recipes including the signature chicken poblano the raw bar and add an entrée such as steak or In the dark wood and leather interior, complete served with a six-hour mole sauce. Creative mar- with oil paintings, waiters in white aprons offer Aviary Redhead Piano Bar BLUES CLUBS pan-seared grouper. Expensive 955 W. Fulton Market; 1-312-226-0868 16 W. Ontario St.; 1-312-640-1000 garita and michelada mixes are available for robust wines, oversize steaks and side orders as Buddy Guy’s Legends Cape Cod Room The team responsible for “molecular cuisine” This welcoming piano bar set in the base- BYOB. Inexpensive large as entrées. This restaurant is one for a 700 S. Wabash Ave.; 1-312-427-1190 140 E. Walton St.; 1-312-787-2200 superstars Next and Alina is now focusing ment of a Chicago Victorian offers fun for hearty appetite. Expensive It’s the real deal. In addition to experiencing Topolobampo The Cape Cod Room at the venerable Drake Hotel on cocktails. The cocktail experience is so everyone and is a short walk from Michigan 445 N. Clark St.; 1-312-661-1434 real Chicago blues you may also see the serves fresh seafood in a comfortable, cozy set- Chicago Chop House specialized that different cocktail menus are Avenue. Complex Mexican flavors from chef Rick Bayless legendary Buddy Guy visiting with patrons ting reminiscent of a seaside saloon. Expensive 60 W. Ontario St.; 1-312-787-7100 offered to seated patrons who have more abound in the upscale restaurant adjacent to its This restaurant features 1,400 photos of musi- Signature Lounge and talking with performers. Devon Seafood Grill space to interact with their concoctions than 875 N. Michigan Ave.; 1-312-787-9596 sister, Frontera Grill. Expensive cians, gangsters and every Chicago mayor. Blue Chicago 39 E. Chicago Ave.; 1-312-440-8660 patrons standing near the “cocktail kitchen.” The fantastic views from the 96th floor of Expensive 536 N. Clark St.; Xoco Michigan Avenue shoppers get a break from the John Hancock Center are memorable, 449 N. Clark St.; 1-312-334-3688 Carmine’s 1-312-661-0100 seemingly mandatory department store restaurant Chicago Cut Steakhouse 1043 N. Rush St.; 1-312-988-7676 especially at sunset. Those patient enough to wait in line and take This is the only two-for-the-price-of-one lunches and North Michigan Avenue hotel guests 300 N. LaSalle St.; 1-312-329-1800 The bar in this popular restaurant is the per- countertop seating will be rewarded by chef Rick In addition to great steaks, diners are treated to Studio Paris blues in Chicago. Both clubs feature authen- get a break from hotel bars. A wraparound bar is fect gathering place after dinner in the Rush 59 W. Hubbard St.; 1-312-595-0800 Bayless’s Mexican street-food outpost featuring sweeping views of the Chicago River and the tic Chicago blues bands fronted by well- a local favorite. Moderate Street area. This swank room with a hot nighttime bar wood-baked tortas and caldos with ingredients majestic buildings along Wacker Drive which respected female singers. GT Fish & Oyster Coq D’Or scene doubles as a photographer’s studio by from local farms. Save room for warm homemade fronts Chicago’s Loop. Keep an eye out for politi- House of Blues 531 N. Wells St.; 1-312-929-3501 Drake Hotel day. Patrons sip champagne cocktails while churros for dessert and a hot chocolate that wins cos including Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel. 329 N. Dearborn St.; 1-312-923-2000 The “oyster wave” that hit Chicago is readily 140 E. Walton St.; 1-312-932-4623 enjoying a view of Chicago through the glass rave reviews in the Windy City. Inexpensive Very Expensive Check the schedule to see which nationally apparent in this Cape Cod-inspired room. Enjoy an oversized “executive sized cocktail” ceiling. Tables are by reservation and require known bands are playing in the theater. Zapatista Although fish and oysters are a common concept, David Burke’s Primehouse while listening to a lounge act and soaking in bottle service after 9 p.m. Wednesday thru 1307 S. Wabash Ave.; 1-312-435-1307 The entertainment complex also offers the presentations and added touches are innova- 616 N. Rush St.; 1-312-660-6000 the oldstyle Chicago atmosphere. Sunday. Named for Mexican revolutionary Emiliano tive and noteworthy. Expensive At this ultramodern steakhouse, dry-aged steaks several restaurants and bars. Excalibur Nightclub Timothy O’Toole’s Pub Zapatista, this upscale venue offers a broad menu are displayed in a special temperature and humid- Kingston Mines L20 632 N. Dearborn St.; 1-312-266-1944 622 N. Fairbanks Court; 1-312-642-0700 including grilled lobster tails and Negro Modelo ity-controlled salt cave and appetizers such as 2548 N. Halsted St.; 1-773-477-4646 2300 N. Lincoln Park West; 1-773-868-0002 People of all ages visit the stone castle to This neighborhood Irish pub is a great place marinated filet mignon. Pictures of revolutionaries angry lobster share the menu with unreasonably This popular North Side venue offers two Chef Laurent Gras’s seafood-focused restaurant enjoy dancing, comedy, interactive shows to get together to watch a sporting event or accent the walls. Moderate large steaks. Expensive stages so patrons switch rooms instead of adds imagination and sparkle to 21st century fine and live music as well as a late-night shoot pool. taking a mandatory break with the band. dining. Choose between a four-course prix-fixe kitchen. menu and a 12-course tasting menu. White leather 45 RSNA News | October-November 2013 October-November 2013 | RSNA News 46