Top 20 Chicago Food Influencers on Instagram (Jul 2026)

We found 571 food Influencers in United States
These influencers mention 'food' in their Instagram bio and have audiences primarily in United States. Here are the top 20. To run a custom search, check out Modash's influencer discovery features (free to try).
07/07/2026
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1. Miguel Santana

United States

chicago ☆ food finds | cooking | cocktails | travel ☞ contact@itsbymiguel.com

@itsbymiguel
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Followers
110.3k
Fake followers
18.6%
Engagement rate
1.26%
Average Reel plays
11.6k
Audience gender
female
64.91%
male
35.09%
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Audience location by city
Chicago
46.57%
New York City
1.95%
Los Angeles
1.95%
Atlanta
0.69%
Houston
0.63%
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2. Daniel Hernandez

United States

🇭🇹🇲🇽 | Things to do in Chicago Food & Budget Travel + Festivals 📧 daniel.team@emcpower.co ↓ Free Weekly Chicago Guide ↓

@danielromeohh
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Followers
72.5k
Fake followers
25.12%
Engagement rate
1.55%
Average Reel plays
32.1k
Audience gender
female
61.27%
male
38.73%
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Audience location by city
Chicago
44.34%
New York City
2.53%
Los Angeles
2.27%
Atlanta
1.14%
Houston
0.93%
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3. Michael Myers

United States

MMA Fighter, First Responder, Cosplayer, ProGamer & Movie/Food Reviewer UFC Gym MMA Coach Email or DM for collaboration Seiya.s@yahoo.com Chicago, IL

@mmamyers
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Followers
52.5k
Fake followers
18.7%
Engagement rate
2.95%
Average Reel plays
2.5k
Audience gender
female
79.17%
male
20.83%
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Audience location by city
Chicago
18.1%
Atlanta
4.92%
New York City
3.26%
Los Angeles
2.69%
Houston
2.42%
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4. Tommy Choi | Chicago REALTOR®

United States

𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐠𝐨 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 Educating you on homes, food & culture that make you proud to be a Chicagoan 2000+ clients | $1B+ sold ⬇️ Work with me

@tommyjoochoi
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Followers
44.6k
Fake followers
11.53%
Engagement rate
1.64%
Average Reel plays
31.9k
Audience gender
female
50.36%
male
49.64%
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  1. Not to start drama but… Chicago just beat the coasts at their own game. 😏 Food & Wine ranked the 13 best sandwich shops in America, and J.P. Graziano’s — a family-owned spot that’s been feeding Chicagoans for four generations since 1937 — came in at #3 nationwide. According to Food & Wine, the U.S. has over 150,000 sandwich shops, chains included. So making the top three? That’s WILD! What makes it special? – The Italian subs are stacked like it’s a competitive sport – Their giardiniera has its own fanbase – Generations of family recipes that never needed a “modern twist” – A no-frills, old-school deli that tastes like history in sandwich form If you’ve been, drop your go-to order. If not… welcome to your next obsession. #BestInChicago #SandwichShop #ChicagoFoodCulture #WestLoopEats #FoodAndWineAwards #ChicagoRestaurants
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  2. Crying Tiger in Chicago is more than a viral restaurant. It’s a story on a plate. Located in River North, Chicago, Crying Tiger is one of the city’s hottest new Southeast Asian restaurants, led by Chef Thai Dang (HaiSous, James Beard finalist) in collaboration with Lettuce Entertain You. The menu pulls from Vietnamese, Thai, and Laotian cuisine, delivering bold, layered flavors that are not watered down or made “safe.” Yes, the space is stunning. Yes, the tiger dessert is viral. But the real reason to come is the food and the story behind it. Must-order dishes at Crying Tiger: -HK crispy pork belly with garlic herb nuoc cham -Sugarcane beef bò lá lốt -Wagyu Khao Soi -Chili crisp barbecue gai yang with grilled roti This isn’t food appropriation. This is Chef Thai Dang telling his lived experience through food, refugee roots, classical training, and Southeast Asian street food elevated without losing its soul. Crying Tiger doesn’t try to impress you. It asks you to pay attention. If you’re looking for one of the best new restaurants in Chicago, a next-level River North dinner spot, or an elevated take on authentic Southeast Asian food, this belongs on your list. Save this. Share this. Go hungry. #CryingTiger #CryingTigerChicago #ChicagoFood #ChicagoEats #ChicagoRestaurants #RiverNorthChicago #RiverNorthEats #SoutheastAsianFood #VietnameseFood #ThaiFood #LaotianFood #BestRestaurantsChicago #NewRestaurantsChicago #ChicagoFoodie #EatChicago #ChefThaiDang #HaiSous #LettuceEntertainYou
    36k
  3. You don’t go to Nonna’s in Chicago for a cute sandwich. You go for one of the best Italian sandwiches in Chicago, built with zero apologies and zero gimmicks. This is Chicago sandwich culture done right. My rotation: Chicken Parm, Drunken Chicken, What The?, and the Sausage sandwich. The Drunken Chicken sandwich is elite crisp fried chicken layered with vodka sauce, pesto, melted mozzarella, parmesan, and giardiniera, all on a sesame baguette that doesn’t fall apart. The Chicken Parm here is the real deal, crispy, saucy, cheesy, and proudly shirt-ruining. The What The? sandwich is a sleeper hit loaded with fried chicken, fried eggplant, arugula, sweet spicy mayo, serrano peppers, and fresh mozzarella. And don’t sleep on the Italian sausage sandwich, crumbled for peak texture, layered with provolone, sweet peppers, pickled red onions, arugula, and giardiniera aioli. If you love hearty sandwiches, this one’s a must. This is messy, unfiltered, Chicago-style sandwich excellence. Save this. Share this. Go hungry. 📍 Nonna’s - 925 W Randolph 🥖 Specialty: Italian sandwiches, chicken parm, vodka sauce chicken 🔥 Vibe: no trends, just truth #ChicagoFood #ChicagoEats #ChicagoSandwich #ItalianSandwich #ChickenParm #ChickenParmSandwich #ItalianSub #VodkaSauce #DrunkenChicken #Giardiniera #LakeviewChicago #SouthportCorridor #ChiEats #ChicagoRestaurants #ChicagoFoodie #SandwichReel #FoodChicago #ChicagoRecs #BestOfChicago #MidwestEats #SaveThisPost #MakeChicagoHome #SandwichTok #FoodieGuide #ChicagoGuide
    17.5k
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Audience location by city
Chicago
47.98%
Los Angeles
1.6%
New York City
1.36%
Washington, D.C.
1.02%
Miami
0.92%
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5. Kanchan Garg

United States

Chicago food enthusiast sharing my favorite restaurants & fun things to do in the city | Vegetarian 📸 Photos & videos by me 💃🏽 Tik Tok:FoodGuruChicago

@foodguruchicago
@foodguruchicago
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Followers
43.7k
Fake followers
23.66%
Engagement rate
1.07%
Average Reel plays
8.2k
Audience gender
female
59.49%
male
40.51%
Top performing Reels
  1. One of the cutest dessert shops in Chicago and a place I genuinely love! 🥹🍬@muahcottoncandy on the Magnificent Mile hand-spins the prettiest cotton candy characters right in front of you and they’re just as fun to eat as they are to watch. They just dropped holiday cotton candy characters for the season, including Santa, Rudolph, a Christmas tree, and a snowman. The jumbo three-layer snowman is preorder only (24 hours in advance - contact the store directly). They also have cotton candy clouds on LED glow sticks, which honestly feel like a little sugar-filled magic moment. If you’re looking for a fun dessert in Chicago, this is a must try! 📍@shopwatertowerplace, 7th Floor 835 N. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 #ChicagoDesserts #ChicagoEats #MagnificentMile #ChicagoThingsToDo #FoodGuruChicago
    6.7k
  2. AYCE pasta and pizza in Chicago for just $25! 🍝🍕 @canalstreetchicago is an all-day Italian restaurant and cafe in the West Loop serving pizza, pasta, sandwiches, apps, desserts, plus cocktails and wine. But the best part? Their all-you-can-eat menu available Fridays and Saturdays! For $25, you get unlimited: 🥗 Salads: little gem, house Italian 🍝 Pasta: mezze rigatoni pomodoro, linguini carbonara, spaghetti cacio e pepe, casarecce bolognese 🍕 Pizza: Italian sausage, spicy soppressata, truffle, margherita, bismarck My favorites are the cacio e pepe and truffle pizza! Honestly one of the best AYCE deals in Chicago, especially if you’re a pasta or pizza lover. Perfect for a West Loop dinner plan. Send this to someone who’d love this! ⏰ AYCE: Fridays 11 AM–9 PM | Saturdays 4 PM–9 PM 📍 314 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606 #ChicagoFood #WestLoopChicago #ChicagoEats #ChicagoRestaurants #FoodGuruChicago
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  3. Chicago winter called… I answered with a piña colada. 🍹❄️➡️🌴 Fresh-made piña coladas on the beach in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This is the only way I drink them now. 😊 #ChicagoTravel #ChicagoToCaribbean #PuertoRicoVacation #WinterEscape #BeachDrinks
    5.2k
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Audience location by city
Chicago
41.78%
New York City
3.69%
Los Angeles
2.02%
Greater London
0.86%
Miami
0.64%
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6. Brennan Baldwin

United States

All things Food🍖| Travel✈️| Fun🧗🏾‍♂️ 50%🇱🇷/50%🇺🇸 Almost trilingual 🇵🇦🇧🇷 Let’s Collaborate! ✌🏾😎

@whereisbrennan
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Followers
36.3k
Fake followers
18.66%
Engagement rate
2.51%
Average Reel plays
29.8k
Audience gender
female
68.09%
male
31.91%
Top performing Reels
  1. I think I may have found my favorite southern restaurant and brunch! From the chicken & waffles to the monthly French toast flavors to the biscuits and gravy topped with crispy chicken strips! Head over to: 📍Luella’s Southern Kitchen 4609 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625📍 Things to try: Chicken & Waffles 🧇🍗 Biscuits & Gravy 🍞 Shrimp & Grits 🍤 French Toast of the month: 🍋🫐 Mac & Cheese 🧀 The staff members were super friendly, and all dishes are made to order so they come out fresh! Let me know what you think! #Chicago #SoulFood #Brunch #Southern #BlackOwned #Brunchideas #yummy #chicken #BlackHistoryMonth #Foodie #Food #Chicagofood
    56.7k
  2. Progressive Dinner in Bronzeville, Chicago: @bronzevillewinery @cleos_southerncuisine @nitro.nostalgia . . . . . . #chicago #chicagorestaurants #ChicagoFood #ChicagoEats #Cleos #SoulFood #NitroNostalgia #bronzevillewinery
    35.7k
  3. While they may have been previously known for their tacos, @mimiscraftkitchen is back with a new look as well as some new menu items! 📍MiMi's Craft Kitchen 1352 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607📍 Items pictured in the video: Chicken Wings Jerk Birria Tacos Añejo Pasta Blueberry Nom Nom Italian Ice Rosemary Garlic Fries Fried Catfish #Chicago #ChicagoFood #blackownedbusiness #WomanOwned #Yummy #Food #foodie #drinks
    22.1k
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Audience location by city
Chicago
38.39%
New York City
2.88%
Los Angeles
2.4%
Atlanta
1.72%
Houston
1.1%
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7. Chicago Food & Lifestyle | Phillip Morales

United States

Finding Chicago spots & things to do actually worth the trip 📍 📧: catchinphils@gmail.com ↓ Links & Media Kit

@catchinphils
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Followers
34.5k
Fake followers
15.5%
Engagement rate
3.82%
Average Reel plays
95.1k
Audience gender
female
53.45%
male
46.55%
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  1. Kasama’s viral breakfast sandwich 🥪🔥🇵🇭 📍 Location: Kasama, 1001 N Winchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 The first and ONLY Michelin Starred Filipino restaurant in the world. Kasama was also featured multiple times on seasons 2 and 3 of “The Bear.” 🐻🎬 Here’s what’s in the sandwich: Potato bun 🍞 Hashbrown (upon request) 🥔 Homemade longganisa patty 🌭 American cheese 🧀 Souffléed egg 🥚 The sandwich is almost perfection: Crispy hashbrown contrasts with the pillowy softness of the souffléed egg 😍 Longganisa patty is slightly sweet with a perfect char flavor 🍖👌 American cheese ties everything together beautifully 🧀✨ Pro tip from: Add spicy vinegar to cut through the richness. Filipinos typically use a vinegar-based sawsawan to balance the fat and sweetness. Next time you’re in Chicago, make sure to visit Kasama and try this incredible breakfast sandwich. You won’t regret it! 🤤 #Kasama #filipinofood #chicagofood #thebear
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  2. They really turned a Filipino grocery store into a nightclub. 😭🔥 Night 1 of Late Night Madness at Seafood City Supermarket was wild… DJs, lechon, Filipino street food, and a whole lot of dancing. Night 2 is tonight and entry is FREE, so check their page to see how to grab tickets. Filipinos really know how to throw a party 🇵🇭 #chicago #filipinocommunity #filipinofood #seafoodcity #latenightmadness
    37.2k
  3. Draco Malfoy, (Tom Felton) gave us a tour of the new Harry Potter Shop Chicago that just opened on the Mag Mile 😱🪄🍻 You have to see the Butterbeer Bar, Chicago exclusive merch, photo ops, and all the interactive experiences! Share with a muggle friend and start planning your trip here! #HarryPotterShop #HarryPotter #HarryPotterChicago #ThingsToDoChicago #WBPartner #WBInvited
    34.4k
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Audience location by city
Chicago
47.77%
Los Angeles
1.96%
New York City
1.88%
Milwaukee
0.75%
Naperville
0.58%
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8. Paul Manning

United States

Trusted Source for Food & Entertainment Thinking Global ▶️ Eating Local 📍Chicago Based 🌎 LET’S EAT! Inquiries: grubgladiator@gmail.com

@grubgladiator
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Followers
29.9k
Fake followers
10.77%
Engagement rate
3.83%
Average Reel plays
38.4k
Audience gender
female
67.94%
male
32.06%
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  1. We’ve spent the last few months on the search for Chicago’s best diner. Two things we learned along the way: 1) Diners are about connecting with people. They’re about the neighborhoods they serve, the friendly regulars always willing to offer their opinions, and the families that frequent these establishments. They’re about the hard working people of Chicago sharing themselves through food. 2) Diners are as diverse as the people they serve. They come in all shapes and sizes and offer cuisines far beyond the old breakfast skillet. Although we only named six, there are literally dozens more we look forward to sharing. Special thank you to all those we met while working on this project! #chicago #chicagofood #chicagoeats #312 #chicagorestaurants #diner
    902k
  2. Five favorite Chicago pasta spots… flourpowerchi @stefanisbottega @tortello_pastificio @italianhomemadecompany @pastafastaus ❤️SAVE THIS & LETS EATS❤️ #chicagofood #chicagorestaurants #chicago #chicagoeats #pasta #eeeeeats
    504.2k
  3. Here are 5 of Chicago’s best “under the radar” sandwich shops: @topbutchermarket @lmfinefoods @016restaurant @spokencafe @humboldthausbar ❤️SAVE THIS & LETS EAT❤️ #chicagofood #sandwich #chicagorestaurants #eeeeeats #312food #chicago
    458.7k
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Audience location by city
Chicago
19.89%
New York City
4.28%
Greater London
2.89%
Delhi
2.22%
Los Angeles
2.11%
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9. Gelita Shauntice | Gut Health & Detox Coach

United States

I help ppl lose weight, break cravings and build better eating habits. ⬇️7-21 Day Challenge: Link below •no gym. Just food + herbs 🌱

@intrinsic.heals
@intrinsichealingco
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Followers
28.1k
Fake followers
30.56%
Engagement rate
1.06%
Average Reel plays
1.9k
Audience gender
female
30.09%
male
69.91%
Top performing Reels
  1. This is how @intrinsichealingco is going to be serving it up for the Sept. 21st 👀 #livingfoods to nourish the mind body and soul, high vibrational sounds from @iamdjrelly performance from @paulslaw.theartist and plenty of others I will announce in a few days, will have merch and herbs on deck, vendors, fun games, sound healing, and we’re giving away packages to a few people 🤩 we will see yall there!!! sept. 21st 2-6pm #Chicago time 😎 #holistickickback 🌱 we’re making healing fun 😊 #LoveAlwaysWin that’s LAW 💛 #PaulsLAW 💛 #peaceisaweapon 🧘🏾‍♂️
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  2. You’ll know when you’ve changed your life when you’re able to help others change theirs 🤷🏾‍♂️ big ups to @intrinsichealingco and everyone else in their neck of the woods making a difference 🙏 you can’t do everything for everybody, spread wealth ☀️ #LoveAlwaysWin that’s LAW 💛 #PaulsLAW 💛 #peaceisaweapon 🧘🏾‍♂️ #healingjourney #healthiswealth #foodismedicine #holistichealthcoach #naturalremedies #rawvegan 🌱 #ATribeCalledUS 🤝
    967
  3. Sex Can Be Very Healing. In holistic traditions like Taoism and Tantra, sexual positions are more than physical—they affect energy, emotion, and even organ health. When practiced with awareness, they can support healing, balance, and vitality. Benefits of this position: • Relieves pressure on the prostate and pelvic floor • Allows the nervous system to relax and reset • Reduces performance pressure, helping build sexual stamina • Enhances energy circulation through the lower chakras • Creates space for trust, release, and emotional healing Pair this with daily use of my Herbal Seamoss Gel for Men—infused with powerful herbs like Damiana, Muira Puama, Eleuthero, and Ginkgo—for natural support of sexual performance, energy, and hormone balance.
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Audience location by city
Chicago
55.72%
Los Angeles
3.11%
Atlanta
2.49%
Miami
1.62%
Houston
1.37%
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10. charly | chicago food blogger

United States

🍝 currently on the hunt for: chicago’s very best bites ✨ food & lifestyle creator 💌 didudrool@gmail.com

@did_u_drool
@didudrool
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Followers
23.1k
Fake followers
19.39%
Engagement rate
2.68%
Average Reel plays
8.6k
Audience gender
female
68.69%
male
31.31%
Top performing Reels
  1. save this for your weekend matcha/coffee & taco plans !!! 🍵🌮☕️👀 @el.jardinnnn is hiding one of the yummiest drinks in chicago ~ a banana cold foam matcha with crushed vanilla wafers ~ inside a neighborhood taqueria & grocery store 🍌 & the al pastor tacos? made right in front of you & unreal. legit some of the best I’ve had in the city!!!! follow for more unexpected chicago food finds every week 😇🫶🏼
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  2. we have free will !!!!! ny is a 2 hr flight from chicago !!! & usually like ~$200 !!!! I love love love how easy it is to bop over to new york for a weekend - the food, the energy literally EVERYWHERE, seeing my best friends 🥹🚕🗽 it fills my cup every time
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  3. it’s freezing right now but it won’t be forever !!!!!! we have so much to look forward to - it’s coming 🥲 share with ur pals u want to soak up chicago summer with 💘
    4.7k
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Audience location by city
Chicago
31.99%
New York City
5.27%
Gainesville
2.21%
Los Angeles
2.09%
Boston
1.85%

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11. Bessy Tam - Global Food & Travel (based in Chicago)🍜 ✈️🌏

United States

mostly Asian Food + Travel ✈️ in Chicago & Beyond • Original from HK 🇭🇰 Working in Google 💼 • 38+ countries ✉️Biteswithbessy@gmail.com

@biteswithbessy
@biteswithbessy
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Followers
23k
Fake followers
15.92%
Engagement rate
1.15%
Average Reel plays
6.7k
Audience gender
female
60.42%
male
39.58%
Top performing Reels
  1. Congrats on 10 years 🎉// KNOW BEFORE YOU GO ⬇️⬇️ Follow me @biteswithbessy for more places like this! @kabobigrill is in Albany Park, Chicago. Ben and I always try to find really delicious & great value restaurants, especially right before my flights at O'Hare 😂 & If you've followed me for a while, you'd know that I travel globally A LOT for work ✈️ this was one of them, on the way to O'Hare in Albany Park /Kimball I don't think I've ever seen such a GREAT DEAL in Chicago 💸. The whole meal was only ~$50 total. They had humongous plates , let alone fall-off-the-bone meats I can see why they've been around for 10 years ! Congrats 🎉 𝙁𝙚𝙬 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙗𝙚𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙜𝙤: 1️⃣for some reason , they will only speak to the MAN and address him as Mr. or sir. 👨‍💼 Even though I was paying for the meal 😂 ... They are SO NICE though... So maybe it's a cultural thing 🤷‍♀️ do you know why? Because I'm a little stunned 😂 2️⃣ the lamb neck is ONLY available on Fridays & Saturdays 🐑 3️⃣They open till 1am! Check out the late night menu 🌃 4️⃣ I tried some local drinks like the yogurt soda , but it was not good. # 5️⃣ But they have other local items like Persian ice cream, baklava, churro-like fried doughnut 6️⃣ You don't have to order the full appetizer, but can tag them as smaller sides for your entrees 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙚 𝙤𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙 & 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 - lamb neck $22 - chicken kebab $18 - hummus (side) - falafel (side) - tabouli $7.95 - Persian tea (complimentary) - baklava $2.95 - bamieh $2.95 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨 📍@kabobigrill 4748 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago IL Open 10:30am to 1:00am #halal #persianfood #albanypark #kimball #kabobigrill #mediterraneanfood #chicagofood #cheapeats #dillrice #chickenkebab #kebab #baklava #bamieh #persiantea #persian #hummus #falafel #chicagorestaurants #chicagogram #chicagoblogger #chicagofoodie #chicagoblogger #foodblogger #travelblogger #bessyinchicago
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  2. 🤤 CONGRATS on your 1yr🎉 Follow @biteswithbessy for more Asian food ⬇️ Prices below Kyuramen 九湯屋拉麵 has more than 120 locations in Asia This brand is celebrating their 10 year anniversary next year, since their very first store in 2014 And they opened the Chicago downtown location exactly one year ago! I like their Omurice , because it's hard to make. you have to get the right balance between texture , heat, and speed That's why right when they cut it, the japanese omelette can immediately open like curtains on the fried rice I've been to Japan almost a dozen times but surprisingly I've never had omurice 😂. When I usually go to Japan, I crave sushi, ramen, udon, Wagyu, and shabu/sukiyaki 🍜 🐮 Now that I've tried it, I can't go back!  I get to taste all the best things that Japan has to offer in the heart of Chicago downtown ❤️ It's one of the only places that has Omurice in Chicago. Definitely worth checking out‼️ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 Tbaar Pink Grapefruit Aloe Tea $6.45 Takoyaki $9.99 Popcorn Chicken $8.99 Okinomayaki $8.49 Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen $17.99 Desserts $4.99 each 𝗥𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮 𝗳𝗼𝗿 $𝟱𝟱 Kyushu Tonkatsu Ramen Sapporo miso ramen  Popcorn Chicken Cherry blossom jelly dessert Matcha pudding with red bean dessert 𝗢𝗺𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 $𝟮𝟬 Choose from curry or demi-glaze Choose from amazing lemonade* or Thai iced tea *highly recommend the lemonade as they mix 5 different fruit juices including passion fruit, lychee, orange, apple, and lemon. Really tasty if you like refreshing & tart drinks 𝗢𝗺𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 + 𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗻𝗸𝗮𝘁𝘀𝘂 + 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 $𝟮𝟰 (asked to put the pork cutlets on the side) 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿 Monday To Thursdays 4:30-6pm $5 appetizers including: Chili garlic edamame Popcorn chicken  Isa Geso Karaage  📍@kyuramen.official @kyuramen.chicago @tbaarofficial 6 W Hubbard Street, Chicago 60654 Open 11-9:30pm Closes 10:30 on Fri & Sat No reservations #kyuramen #chicagoloop #九湯屋拉麵 #chicagoramen #omurice #chicagoomurice #chicagorestauranta #chicagofood #chicagoeats #ramen #karaage #炸雞 #friedchicken #tonkatsurmamen #spicyramen #芝加哥美食 #芝加哥 芝加哥拉麵 #蛋包飯 #日式料理 #日式蛋包飯 #柚子
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  3. 🚨GRAND OPENING 🚨follow @biteswithbessy for more! ⬇️See dates & locations + price below I freaking love lobster! I lived in Boston for a few years and we would always drive to Maine on random weekends to get our 🦞 fix 😂 Now we don't have to get to the East Coast to get some lobster @cousinsmainelobster is a family-owned biz: ✔️ 12 years of success ✔️ @sharktankabc in 2012 ✔️ Chicagoland will have 5 food trucks & 2 restaurants ✔️ They hope expand to Minnesota, Wisconsin, & Indiana soon! ____________________________ What we got: 🦞 Connecticut Lobster Roll (warm) $23 🦞 Lobster Tacos $20 🦞 Lobster Tots $20 🦪 Clam Chowder (bowl) $10 🍫 +$3 for a lunch set, includes a drink and Chocolate, Pumpkin Spice, or Peppermint Whoopie Pie! Others items on the menu include : Maine Lobster Roller, Lobster Grilled Cheese, Lobster Bisque, Lobster Quesadillas, Maine Root Beer ____________________________ 🦞 Chicago Lobster Truck Schedule 🦞 2/10 Sat: Roselle IL @pollyannabrewing 2/11 Sun; Buffalo Grove @liquidlovebrewing 2/13 Tue: Rockford @ Forest Plaza 2/14 Wed: Aurora @ Fox Valley Mall 2/15 Thu: Vernon Hills @ Hawthorne Mall 2/16 Fri : Huntley @sewhopdbrewery 2/17 Sat: Willowbrook @black_horizon_brewing ____________________________ #willowbrook #vernonhills #aurora #rockford lobster roll Chicago best lobster #buffalogrove #chicagorestaurants #chicagofood #chicagoeats #huntley #lobsterroll #lobsterrolls #cousinsmainelobster #clamchowder #lobstertacos #sharktank
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Chicago
17.01%
New York City
5.5%
Los Angeles
2.74%
Greater London
2.27%
Toronto
1.81%
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12. Christina Gray - @WhatsOnTheMenu_

United States

✌🏾☀️ Culinary Artist Chef De Cuisine | @ChicagoFire Based in CHI/LA @whatsonthemenu_ @date.noir Business inquiries: @theartehaus

@whoischristinagray
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16.5k
Fake followers
28.05%
Engagement rate
1.12%
Average Reel plays
5.4k
Audience gender
female
58.07%
male
41.93%
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  1. What u do this weekend? Had the pleasure of catering breakfast, lunch, and dinner backstage at The Jodeci, SWV, Dru Hill tour in Chicago this weekend. Hadn’t done a hospitality/rider in some years but u know…it’s like riding a bike 🫠. I definitely wouldn’t have gotten through that longgggg day with the amount of changes we had without an amazing team/friends! More than appreciate y’all 💙 I truly dislike setting up in these aluminum pans…I’ve gotten too use to tablescaping 😩
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  2. The entitlement has been on, “IS IT CRACK” levels… Good Morning Hello How r u? Grand Rising Beautiful Rising Rich Rising Buenos días Bonjour Habari za asubuhi Any of these salutations will work! Just stop coming through the line recklessly 🫠
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  3. This year, to celebrate What’s On The Menu’s 10 year anniversary, I’ll be curating 10 culinary experiences in different cities, that all represent something pivotal in my career. This month was the perfect month for me to start because not only is this the month of love, the month of What’s On The Menu's inception, but also, Ruby (my granny) bday is this month! So, the first experience will be in Chicago on February 25th at a place we’ll call “Ruby’s House” 😊 It’ll be an intimate dining experience with a cocktail hour, live music, live painting by a phenomenal artist @kbuckleyart and of course, a menu curated with love by me! I’ll be doing a very limited amount of tickets as I want this experience to stay intimate, so, feel free to head to my website to grab one as EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
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Audience location by city
Chicago
26.12%
Los Angeles
11.21%
Atlanta
4.34%
New York City
3.6%
Houston
1.9%
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13. Kevin Pang

United States

@NBCChicago Food Reporter Guy Person Type Host/Exec Producer "Poochie & Pang" on @NBC Recipes + Restaurants @NYTCooking Northwestern Kellogg MBA '22

@kevinthepang
@@CBSSundayMorning
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16.5k
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16.43%
Engagement rate
1.63%
Average Reel plays
12k
Audience gender
female
49.5%
male
50.5%
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  1. A Very Chinese Cookbook unboxing! 📦 Click the link in our profile to pre-order.
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  2. When @dcberan was chef of Next in Chicago, he had a menu called Paris 1906, with dishes straight out of Auguste Escoffier’s Le Guide Culinaire, the bible of French gastronomy. One of Dave’s courses was the canard à la Rouennaise à la presse, aka the Duck Press. After the good meaty parts of the duck are removed, bones and cavity are medieval torture-pressed through a turn-of-century contraption to extract every last drop of duck jus. All that goes into a sauce of cognac and red wine which, when served with the roast duck breast, sends diners into toe-curling full-body convulsions. Dave’s brought that dish over to @pasjoli.sm in Santa Monica, and somehow refined it to this higher plane of existence. If his presentation doesn’t flip your switch, check your circuitry. Thanks to @unclewow for shooting coverage lol
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  3. Would you try a pickle with a peppermint stick in it? 🤔 Poochie makes Pang try one in episode 2 of Poochie & Pang (eat Chicago) 🤣 Watch the full episode at the link in our bio or on our YouTube channel 📲 #poochieandpang #poochie #kevinpang #chicago #foodie #chicagofoodie #foodchallenge #weirdfoodcombos
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Audience location by city
Chicago
43.8%
New York City
7.78%
Los Angeles
4.8%
Seattle
1.27%
San Francisco
1.18%
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14. Eugene (Huge) Galdones

United States

📸 food photographer @galdophoto @rollcutstudios 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 @rgaldones @callangaldo @norag240 🇨🇦🇺🇸 canadian-american

@hugegaldones
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16k
Fake followers
26.74%
Engagement rate
1.24%
Average Reel plays
1.1k
Audience gender
female
43.49%
male
56.51%
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Chicago
23.96%
New York City
4.68%
Los Angeles
2.63%
Boston
2.51%
Toronto
2.27%
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15. Devanshi 🍋 vegetarian food & travel creator

United States

✨ For city girls who cook like it’s self-care 🎥 Recipes, food & travel storytelling 📍 Chicago (but always hungry elsewhere) 🤝 UGC & brand collabs

@thisisdeeskitchen
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15.8k
Fake followers
10.62%
Engagement rate
1.43%
Average Reel plays
4.7k
Audience gender
female
70.08%
male
29.92%
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  1. 🪷Introducing Club Kalrav — the start of something really special by @thisisdeeskitchen 🩷 I was lucky to experience the first supper club in this new series! it was such a beautiful, thoughtfully curated vegetarian menu. Five courses, each one creative, flavorful and rooted in comfort with a modern twist. From a chef’s choice amuse bouche pani puri to dishes like masala papad, a bold and spiced second course, a samosa-inspired bite, and the dreamiest mango cheesecake to end… every course just hit. The dinner was wholesome, with great conversation. Intimate, cozy, and full of heart, already can’t wait for the next one! Follow along to find out about future Club Kalrav dinners 💫 📍Chicago #chicagofoodie #chiveggirl #vegetarianeats #chicagosupperclub #chicagovegetarian Chicago dinner club, Chicago supper club, Chicago dinner series, Chicago vegetarian
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  2. my plan: purple butterfly the wind’s plan: zendaya from dune went to edc [edc music festival outfit, butterfly outfit inspo, content creator, South Asian content creator in Chicago, music festival creator]
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  3. repurposing my Indian outfits for non-Indian events is a new fave hobby cape turned into skirt: @basanti_kapdeaurkoffee shell body chain: @shopakira [content creator, South Asian content creator in Chicago, race outfit inspo, under the sea, mermaid outfit for music festival]
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Audience location by city
Chicago
30.09%
New York City
3.9%
Vadodara
2.16%
San Francisco
1.52%
Los Angeles
1.3%
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16. That’s Tiffany

United States

ThatsTiffany Director of Marketing District Manager Licensed 🪪 Life Insurance Agent #Owner #Fashionista #wealthbuilding #influencer #cook #dopemom

@dope_ass_mommy
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14.4k
Fake followers
36.56%
Engagement rate
1.1%
Average Reel plays
1.6k
Audience gender
female
38.32%
male
61.68%
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  1. I wake up every morning n tell myself ..Good morning Gorgeous💐 #selflove #prettygirl #shenanigans #natural #beauty #dope #mommy #humble #blessed #melanin #love #fashionista #ysl #lv #gucci #fendi #blackgirlmagic #beautyblogger #fashion #happiness #blogger #inspiration #melaninpoppin #fun #black #photooftheday #instagram #queen #tacotuesday #dinner 🤲🏾
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  2. I be wishing y’all da best but I can’t be everywhere at once 😮‍💨 #sundayfunday #outside #weekend #blessed #truestory #prettygirls #natural #beauty #dope #mommy #gucci #humble #pretty #melanin #love #fashionista #blackgirlmagic #follow #like #beautybloggers #fashion #happiness #blogger #ysl #dinner #inspiration #melaninpoppin #fun #photooftheday #instagram 🤝
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  3. You gotta come see bout me and if ya really want the tea then ask ME bout ME🖤 #truth #prettygirl #shenanigans #natural #beauty #dope #mommy #humble #blessed #melanin #love #fashionista #ysl #lv #like #blackgirlmagic #beautyblogger #fashion #happiness #blogger #inspiration #melaninpoppin #fun #follow #subscribe #photooftheday #instagram #queen #wcw #goodnight 🤎
    1.2k
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Audience location by city
Chicago
19.94%
Atlanta
4.31%
New York City
3.15%
Los Angeles
2.63%
Houston
2.4%
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17. Zubair Mohajir

United States

@bravotopchef Season 22 @mirrachicago @lilactigerchi @coachhousechi @beardfoundation ‘23 Best Chef & ‘24 Emerging Chef @thebanchetawards ‘22 Nominee

@zubairmohajir
@ChefZubairMohajir
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12.6k
Fake followers
15.07%
Engagement rate
1.57%
Average Reel plays
4.5k
Audience gender
female
46.4%
male
53.6%
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  1. Seriously punching myself for waiting this long to visit @lilactigerchi! Seth and I decided to visit a neighborhood spot that’s been on our list for quite some time now, and we were truly blown away by everything we had. From the inventive South Asian dishes to the fun and innovative cocktails, we were so impressed with our experience at Lilac Tiger! They also have the best playlist in my humble opinion, and offers great vibes all throughout the night. This is definitely a neighborhood joint we will be returning to time and time again—bravo to @zubairmohajir, @tyfujimura, @revisecmw and team for absolutely crushing it! Below is everything we ordered ⤵️ ▪️ FERRANI SPECIAL ▪️ CUCUMBER SALAD ▪️ SZECHUAN CALAMARI ▪️ PRAWN FRIED RICE ▪️ CHETTINAD MASALA W/CHICKEN ▪️ LILAC COLADA ▪️ TIGER OLD FASHIONED ▪️ GOLDEN HOUR
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  2. So humbled to be part of such an amazing group of Chefs from across the country!!! Let’s goooooo !!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥 #TopChef heads North for Season 22 – Destination Canada...and I’m coming with them! It all starts Thursday, March 13th on @BravoTV! @bravotopchef
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  3. NEXT TUESDAY! 🗓️ 06.18.24⁠ @ 6:30PM Tuesday Guest Chef Series ft. @chef_ljm of @bronzevillewinery ⁠ Every Tuesday we welcome a guest chef to cook with us for a one-night-only 5-course tasting menu experience blending two cuisines 🍽️⁠ As always, wine and cocktail pairings are available!⁠ ⁠ Don’t miss this one! Hit the link in our bio 🔗⁠ ⁠ #dinnerideas #tastingmenu #chicagofood #chieats #chicagochefs #thrillistchicago #foodie #explorechicago #wickerpark #thecoachhouse
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Audience location by city
Chicago
44.35%
New York City
4.97%
Los Angeles
2.96%
Napa
1.75%
Bangkok
1.08%
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18. JENNA [chicago foodie]

United States

👶🏻 on a break - be back soon! 🤤 just a gal in a permanent food coma 🇮🇹 carb queen 🍴never met a chicken tender i didn’t like 🐶 dog mom

@chieats
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12.3k
Fake followers
28.57%
Engagement rate
1.81%
Average Reel plays
4.8k
Audience gender
female
60.02%
male
39.98%
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  1. Chicago native @insta.flamm's long awaited restaurant @rosemarychicago has opened in the West Loop and all I can say is O. M. G. 🤤 The food was insane- don't skip on the grilled clams with smoked ramp butter (!!), straciatella with strawberries, crni risotto, and tagliatelle with duck sausage. The service was outstanding (ask for Kyle!), the vibes were perfect, and the cocktails were delish. Resos are hard to come by so if you see one, SNAG IT! (and invite me along please and thanks ☺️)
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  2. If you told me I could only eat this lobster roll with giardiniera for the rest of my life... I would die a very happy (and chubby) gal. 🦞 I got these beauties in Austin from @happylobstertruck BUT found out they have trucks in Chicago!! 🙌🏻 who wants to go stalk some lobster trucks with me?!! • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • #ChiEats #chicagoeats #eaterchicago #fabfoodchicago #chicagofoodauthority #chicagofoodies #chigram #eeeeeats #312food #likefoodchicago #dishroulette #bestfoodfeed #checkpleasepics #myfab5 #chicagofoodscene #chicagofood #chicagofoodie #chicagofoodgoals #chicagobucketlist #yelpchicago #chicagogrammers #forkyeah #dailyfoodfeed #everythingerica #zagat #foodstagram #FRavorites #foodporn
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  3. Ate my body weight in homemade bread and ricotta today but I’m Italian which means that calories from carbs don’t count RIGHT?!???? 🇮🇹 Thanks to my gal @amandatopper, I got to check out @joesimports for brunch today and it didn’t disappoint- especially this dish. Where did you eat at this weekend?
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Chicago
58.2%
New York City
2.16%
Los Angeles
1.1%
Naperville
0.53%
Evanston
0.52%
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19. Ryan Meyers

United States

creating a life worth slowing down for athlete • host • lover of food & fashion 🌎: chicago + beyond ✉️: ryan@upsidedowntalent.com

@ryaninthecity
@ryaninthecity
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12.1k
Fake followers
25.82%
Engagement rate
2.53%
Average Reel plays
4.2k
Audience gender
female
57.67%
male
42.33%
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  1. A big life update. ❤️ #sabbatical #career #careerbreak #perfectpause #lifeupdate
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  2. And just like that… I’m a marathoner. Chicago Marathon in the books. Someone said to me, “You only get one first marathon.” And that was such a special reminder: to take it in, to smile every mile, stop for your loved ones. ENJOY it. Have fun. I had goosebumps from almost start to finish. Full-body chills. Spiritual downloads. From the start line through the Loop to Boystown, Pilsen, Chinatown, the energy every step of the way was unreal. God, Pilsen was special. It’s all about the people around me. Truly the best community in the world. So inspired by the runners, the creatives shooting, the people cheering. This chapter is so fun. I can’t wait for marathon #2. Until then, happy Hyrox season. Video by legend @gazpho #marathon #chicagomarathon #firstmarathon
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  3. POV of my first marathon. Definitely finished my goal: have fun, smile every mile, and complete it. ❤️ Didn’t expect to be singing on mile 22… #firstmarathon #chicagomarathon #marathon #lgtbqathlete #chicago
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Audience location by city
Chicago
43.74%
New York City
4.37%
Los Angeles
4.01%
Detroit
0.97%
San Francisco
0.82%
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20. Windy City w/ Lina💫

United States

your guide to Chicago eats🍸 food • finds • must-haves 🎥UGC creator - let’s work together 📩hello@WindyCityWithLina.com

@windycitywithlina
@windycitywithlina
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Followers
11.3k
Fake followers
20.3%
Engagement rate
7.82%
Average Reel plays
7.1k
Audience gender
female
62.98%
male
37.02%
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  1. Pov you found the best diner in Lincoln Park👇 @dash_snpdiner is located right across from Oz Park in Lincoln Park, Chicago. Their whole menu is Chicago-themed and filled with the most delicious breakfast dishes. Don’t worry they have lunch too😉 They are family-owned with the sweetest and most hard working staff. Pro-tip - ALWAYS order a side of pankcakes you won’t regret it🥞 . . . . . . #chicagofoodie #chicagobreakfast #chicagofoodiesquad #chicagofood #chicagodiner #brunch #windycitybloggers #brunchinspo #chicagofoodscene #chicagofoodgoals #pancakes #breakfast #boredinchicago
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  2. Let me tell you about this hidden gem💎🍝 @thepastabowl located in Lincoln Park is the coziest little restaurant. It’s the perfect spot if you’re looking for good quality Italian food at affordable prices. Pro tip - you MUST try their famous Farfalle Pollo. It’s a bow tie pasta tossed with grilled chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, and fresh basil. Oh, and the pecorino cream sauce! It is creamy and delicious. We also ordered the Spaghetti Frutti di Mare - spaghetti with shrimp, baby scallops, and mussels, all sautéed in a white wine and marinara sauce, topped with fresh parmesan. Everything was *chefs kiss* 🤌 . . . . #thepastabowl #chicagoitalian #chicagofoodiesquad #chicagofood #chicagofoodie #italian #italianfood #foodblogger #chicagofoodbloggers
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  3. This is for my ramen lovers👇🍜 I visited the vibiest spot in Lincoln Park - and let’s just say I will be back to @ramensanchi 👏 we ordered ramen (duh), several mantou buns, Japanese lager, gyoza, salad, and dessert and it was all delish. Our waiter was super knowledgeable and gave us tons of tips in what to order. @ramensanchi has multiple locations around the city so there is no excuse not to try😉 Pro-tip get the Cinnamon Toast Crunch ice cream for dessert 🍨 . . . . . . #chicago #chichaofoodie #chicagofoodiesquad #chicagofood #chicagoramen #ramen #boredinchicago #chicagorestaurants #ramensan #chicagofoodbloggers
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Audience location by city
Chicago
41.96%
Grand Rapids
1.73%
New York City
1.47%
Los Angeles
1.47%
Milwaukee
0.62%
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