2 new american spots in West Loop, editor-picked by TableJourney. All of West Loop's food · All new american in Chicago.

The Publican ★ 4.6

$$$New AmericanWest Loop

The Publican in Chicago is Paul Kahan's Fulton Market mead-hall, opened 2008, anchored by the heritage pork chop and a daily oyster list of 20 to 30.

OrderPublican-style pork chop for the table, with one of the ham flights.

TipThe walk-in counter at the bar is first-come, first-served and turns over fast. Aim for 17:30 if you cannot book.

Girl & the Goat ★ 4.5

$$$New AmericanWest Loop

Girl & the Goat in Chicago is Stephanie Izard's Randolph Street wood-fire kitchen since 2010, with the pig face plate that came back when Bravo's Top Chef.

OrderThe wood-fire pig face; the green beans with cashews and fish sauce vinaigrette.

TipIf the dining room is fully booked, walk up to the bar at 17:00 for the same menu and no wait most weeknights.

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