Feb. 24--Our annual Dining Awards celebrate the best chefs, restaurants, food and drink in Chicago, starting when we unveil 2016's Critics' Picks on March 1. But this year, something new: Make your opinions count in the Readers' Picks division of the awards.
On March 1, we'll present you with a list of nominees falling under 15 categories in Chicago dining, from best bakery to best pizza; vote for your favorites through March 15 (once a day, if you want -- this is Chicago, after all), and check back March 25 for the winners.
Find the categories below. Again, the nominees and your chance to vote will go live March 1:
Best bakery
Best breakfast
Best brewpub/tap room
Best burger
Best BYO
Best Chicago classic
Best coffee shop
Best doughnut
Best fine dining
Best food where you'd least expect it
Best fried chicken sandwich
Best ice cream shop
Best patio
Best pizza, thin-crust
Best pizza, deep-dish
