The finalists for Chicago’s top local food honor, the Jean Banchet Awards , were announced Thursday morning. This year’s list includes everything from Chicago steakhouses to a South Side barbecue spot, plus Middle Eastern food in Lincoln Park and Vietnamese fare in Pilsen.

The annual awards recognize excellence across 12 categories, including Best New Restaurant, Best Neighborhood Restaurant and Rising Chef of the Year.

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