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Illinois Restaurant Reviews

Discover the best dining experiences in Illinois with this comprehensive list of restaurant reviews by city. From bustling Chicago to charming small towns, our reviews highlight a diverse range of cuisines and culinary delights. Whether you’re craving a gourmet meal, a casual bite, or a unique dining experience, my curated list will help you find the perfect restaurant to satisfy your taste buds.

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Ralph Pancetta

Food Critic

In my career are twenty-five-plus years learning the restaurant business – from top to bottom – and six years in a Midwest university learning and polishing my writing skills. I have spent a good number of those years (just how many yet to be determined) on the road and authored well over 150 reviews & articles – and still counting.

I’ve traveled from Maine to Florida, from Boston to San Francisco,  from Seattle to San Diego, and from Dallas to way north of Duluth, sampling and writing about food. And Yes, I love restaurants, I love preparing, writing about, and eating, food. I hope you enjoy reading what I have written!

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