"Many U.S. cities are renowned for vibrant, thriving food scenes and a history of contributions to the culinary landscape of the country. Few can boast the history of Chicago, and if you're thinking about deep-dish pizza, that's just the beginning. Did you know you can make a case that Chicago is truly the birthplace of McDonald's? Ray Kroc's first location was opened in Des Plaines,"
"Walk into The Walnut Room, and it doesn't feel like you're walking into a space that's part of Macy's. Instead, it feels like a stately old dining room nestled somewhere in Europe, and there's a good reason for that - some of the decor came from Austria and Russia. Dating back to 1907, it's been known as much for its Christmas decorations and tree as for the food,"
Chicago's food scene blends diverse traditions, cultures, and cuisines and hosts many historic restaurants that preserve culinary history. The city claims a connection to McDonald's through Ray Kroc's first Des Plaines location, which resembles today's franchise. Many establishments have endured for generations, offering menus similar to original offerings and preserving traditions for visitors. The Walnut Room, founded in 1907 inside Macy's, features European decor from Austria and Russia, is the nation's oldest operating department-store restaurant, and remains known for its Christmas tree, classic dishes like chicken pot pie, and lobster bisque.
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