Alinea celebrates 20 years of modernist fine dining in Chicago, but our critic says it’s time to let go of the balloon
- Posted on May 5, 2025
- By Chicago Tribune
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Alinea celebrates 20 years of modernist fine dining in Chicago, but our critic says it’s time to let go of the balloon

Alinea, the modernist tasting-menu restaurant marking a milestone 20th anniversary this month, remains the most important fine dining establishment in Chicago, but it’s not at its best.