Chicago's 18 Hottest Bars; All About the New Spiaggia, More

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This week's top dish from Eater Chicago, Curbed's restaurant, bar, and nightlife blog...

AROUND TOWN—What goes better with warm weather than cold drinks? Eater's cocktail heatmap got a new update, which shows the hottest new and renowned bars in the city.

GOLD COAST—Spiaggia, perhaps the most acclaimed fine dining Italian restaurant in the land, reopens tonight after nearly six-months of renovations and changes. Here's everything you need to know: Photos, menus, quotes and more.

O'HARE/MIDWAY—Getting ready to travel this Memorial Day weekend or throughout the summer? Eater's updated airport dining guides for O'Hare and Midway tell you the best places to eat before you board that flight.

AROUND TOWN—What else goes perfect with warm weather? Frozen desserts, of course. Check out Eater's guide for cooling off with sweets this summer.