Charlie Trotter's In Brief:
Many will argue that Charlie Trotter's is the best restaurant in America -- while that may be debatable, Chef Trotter certainly put Chicago on the fine dining map with his painstakingly complex food creations that often use dozens of ingredients.
Address:
816 W. Armitage, Chicago
Phone:
773-248-6228 (reservations required)
Hours:
Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Restaurant Cuisine:
Contemporary
Price:
$$$$
