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The Publican vs North Pond
Both establishments are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, North Pond scores marginally higher than The Publican. North Pond comes in at 87 with positive reviews from 12 reviewers including Michelin Guide, Where and The Infatuation.
The Publican
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
Zagat
Gayot
Time Out
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837 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
From $25 /night
Concierge
"This Fulton Market District newcomer taps into the prevailing fashion for down-home dining and restaurant patrons' hunger for blue-ribbon meat."
Travel + Leisure
"The Publican’s huge list of global microbrews is complimented by such devilishly clever noshes as a pair of boudin sausages accompanied by a cluster of salamander-crisped grapes."
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Zagat
""Try everything" say fans of Paul Kahan's "inspired" West Loop New American, where the pork-centric menu allows for a "superb pigtastic experience"."
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Gayot
15.0
"From its large selection of oysters, to its grand, three-tiered seafood tower and aged ham with goat butter and peasant bread, there's munching of all kinds."
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Time Out
"I was sucked in by the effortless elegance; the beerhall-like communal tables; the old-world flatware; the gingham platters; the bulbous lights; and, of course, the food."
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North Pond
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Zagat
BlackBook
Gayot
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2610 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614-2160
From $21 /night
Fodor's
"A former Arts and Crafts–style warming house for ice-skaters at Lincoln Park's North Pond, this gem in the woods fittingly champions an uncluttered culinary style."
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Travel + Leisure
"Recognized by the James Beard Foundation and Food & Wine, chef Bruce Sherman displays his knowledge of seasonal French-American cuisine with prowess at North Pond."
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Zagat
4.6
"Chef Bruce Sherman's "fabulously creative" seasonal cooking plus a "lovely", "romantic" location inside Lincoln Park and "excellent" views of North Pond."
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BlackBook
"Chef Bruce Sherman cultivates close relationships with local farmers for fresh ingredients for his dishes, which change according to what's fresh, delicious and in season."
Gayot
15.0
"Gear up for a fine ride with French-meets-seasonal American cuisine from chef Bruce Sherman."
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