Senza

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admin, 7-15-2016

The "artfully presented" tasting menus are met with "oohs, aahs" and "groans of pleasure" at this "totally gluten-free" Lakeview New American where the "interesting" dishes highlight local ingredients; "warm, genuine" staffers watch over the the storefront space, and expensive tabs go hand in hand with the "fine-dining" experience; P.S. there's also a daytime bakery that offers coffee and treats.

Penny Pollack, Chicago Magazine: A tribute to Macella Hazan at The Sunday Dinner Club. Wow!

Michael Nagrant, RedEye: Next vegan. If Dave Beran was my personal chef, I'd travel the world with Morrissey screaming "Meat is Murder."

New Years is less than two weeks away and if you still haven't made plans yet, it's time to get on it. Many restaurants are running special prix-fixe menus for the occasion so you can have a nice meal before or as the clock strikes midnight. Check out the guide and find a nice place to ring in 2014. After all, you want to start the new year off with some good food and drink.

The Michelin international director summed up the expanding local scene this way: "What we've seen in Chicago more so than New York or San Francisco is that people are really adventurous." Maybe restaurateurs will continue to adventure to different neighborhoods when they open upscale restaurants.

Executive Chef Noah Sandoval (formerly of Schwa, Spring) brings his unique take on New American cuisine to the South-East La...keview neighborhood. Focusing on fresh, local ingredients and a blend of modern and classic techniques, the food of Senza explores a wide range of influences. Chef Sandoval’s food is served in a dining room designed by Karen Herold (555 International), which features a...