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"Michael Taus is a talented chef with deep experience and the quality of his food is impeccable...The mettle of the kettle is the best test of a kitchen's worth...Black bean soup is rich and thick, the good flavor abetted by swirls of sour cream and chopped tomato...the silky smoothness and earthy flavor of the roast red pepper soup is not to be missed..." — Pat Bruno, Chicago Sun—Times "The new Zealous, starkly contemporary but genuinely warm, is a place where the ceilings soar as high as the chef's ambitions, where a 16-foot glass-and-steel wine tower holds some 5,000 bottles and where Taus can let his considerable imagination run wild..." "...A stunningly ambitious restaurant in River North whose decor, cuisine and prices invite comparison with the very best restaurants in the country." "...Zealous belongs on any foodie's must—see list of important Chicago—area restaurants..." — Phil Vettel, Chicago Tribune "Brilliant cooking without a safety net" is how supporters sum up the new American cuisine of Michael Taus, who's flying high after a move from Elmhurst to River North; thanks to a substantial upgrade, there's "dramatic decor (purple suede and bamboo trees) to match food that simply rocks." — Zagat Guide "...with flair for the exotic and an eye toward freshness, Michael Taus combines unique flavors with hearty zeal at his new restaurant..." — Lori Doss, Nation's Restaurant News "Zealous' food is sensational, with clean, exciting flavors and artful presentations. And desserts tested our good manners: We inhaled the Meyer lemon cream pie with its gingersnap crust and ultimately surrendered to creme brulee, a luscious trio of vanilla, chocolate and chamomile—lemon custards..." — Kim Lowe and J.P. Anderson, Citysearch.com "You know you are in the hands of a chef who cares when you sink your teeth into the egg-glazed dill rolls." — Luke, Chicago Magazine "I just wanted to drop you a quick note to let you know how extraordinary our experience was at the special dinner you created for the publishers of the City Regional Magazine Association. As you may suspect, this group gets around. The publishers visit the other members' cities on a rotating conference basis, allowing us the pleasure of many special dining experiences. In the 10 years I have been on the CRMA conference circuit, I have never enjoyed a dinner more thoroughly. Outstanding! So, too, I might add was the exemplary service. Another Wow! I will recommend your restaurant without hesitation. Moreover, I cannot wait to get back for another 'Taus' creation." — Steve Fox, publisher, Minnesota Monthly "Thank you for a truly spectacular dining experience during our stay in Chicago for Food & Wine. Your enthusiasm, innovative vision and love of food overflowed into your creations which were a treat for both our eyes and our palates. We appreciated the care and time you took to prepare the tasting menu for us, and we look forward to seeing you again...Thank you again." — Andrew and Cedric, Photographer, Food & Wine top
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