Chicago's 14 Hottest Restaurants; Soho House Opens; More

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

AROUND TOWN—Do you want to eat at the hottest restaurants in Chicago? Look no further than the August edition of the Eater Chicago heatmap, with trendy new additions including The Promontory and mfk.

WEST LOOP—Chicago, you officially have a Soho House. The restaurants in the uber-hyped members-only hotel open tonight, and here is your first look inside.

AROUND TOWN—Here is a map of the 10 toughest restaurants to reserve tables, and a guide of how to do so.

AROUND TOWN—Many restaurants have been closing in recent weeks, and here are four more.