Nevertheless, here, here and here.
• New Andersonville New Southern restaurant Big Jones is kind of a big deal (and the Hungry link has photos to prove it) [Drive-Thru, Hungry Mag]
• There’s a whiff of controversy bubbling over the origin of Cinners’ chili recipe, which is slightly spicier and less sweet than standard Cincinnati formulations [Food Chain]
• So far, Great Lake has been getting unremittingly great press for their superfancy pizzas. (Anyone want to source us their menu?) [The Stew]
• The smart Chicago diner will forget about North Pond in Lincoln Park at his or her peril! [Chicagoist]
• Solid 7/10 rating for Prosecco from Bridget & Tammy; the wine bar’s weakness is in the value department [Chicago Bites]
• Contrary to the reports of some naysayers, Spacca Napoli is still churning out delicious pizza [Drive-Thru]
• Vegetarian fast food joint Veggie Bite opens second location in Wicker Park; the tofu textures are purportedly strange, but the milkshakes are good [Chicago Foodies]
• The solid, classic breakfasts at West Egg Cafe are served with practiced efficiency [Chicago Foodies]
[Photo: Big Jones’ interior]