Chicago 2011 : restaurants

The Michelin Guide contains a selection of more
than 300 quality restaurants based on anonymous visits
made by our team of professional, local inspectors. Here you will
find only the best places to fit your budget and culinary cravings.

Here's how it works:

• Our inspectors visit hundreds of establishments every year
  and evaluate each one according to a rigorous set of criteria.


• Only the best restaurants and hotels in each category are
  included in the guide; every establishment is a trusted
  Michelin recommendation.


• Our selection represents a wide variety of styles, price
  ranges, and cuisine types.


• Considering décor, ambience, and service, our inspectors
  classify restaurants by comfort, with indicating a modest
  establishment and, the most luxurious.


• The restaurants that stand out for the exceptional quality
  of their cuisine are awarded Michelin stars (to) -
  the highest honor in the culinary industry.


• Special symbols, such as the Bib Gourmand, indicate our
  inspectors' favorites for great food at reasonable prices.


• Our extensive list of places to eat for $25 or less is perfect
  when both quality and price matter.


• Our inspectors offer their tested selection of Small Plates as a
  dining option, indicated by.

Our inspection process has been refined over decades so you can
feel confident in selecting a Michelin-recommended restaurant.
No matter what the occasion, the Michelin Guide will help you
make the right choice.