Italian restaurant · Loop
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"In fact, just a five-minute walk from Kindling, Luke's Beef is crowded with customers waiting for a $9.25 sandwich." - Ashok Selvam
French restaurant · Bucktown
Le Bouchon is a cozy, bustling French bistro in Bucktown that serves spot-on classic dishes in a charmingly intimate setting.
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Deli · Edgewater
Italian deli offering to-go sandwiches, soups & salads plus olive oil, jam & other imported food.
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Vietnamese restaurant · West Loop
Relaxed Vietnamese mini-chain outpost serving a menu of banh mi sandwiches, bao buns & soups.
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Hot dog stand · Norwood Park East
Step back in time at this charming 1948 drive-in where you can savor Chicago-style hot dogs, crispy fries, and rich milkshakes—all from your car.
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Breakfast restaurant · Hollywood Park
Nestled in a cozy, rustic-chic spot, this bustling brunch haven serves up inventive takes on breakfast classics that keep the locals coming back for more.
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Steak house · West Town
This chic, expansive eatery boasts top-notch steaks and seafood, a stylish bar, and exceptional service that makes every occasion feel special.
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Pizza restaurant · Streeterville
Charming bi-level pizzeria and bar with a scenic waterfront patio, serving up inventive thin-crust pies and a vibrant, lively atmosphere.
Bar · Logan Square
This polished yet laid-back gem serves up delicious cocktails and a great patio, making it a top-notch neighborhood hangout.
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Bar · Avondale
This spacious, bi-level bar blends ample draft beer and coffee with a vibrant atmosphere, where local bands play in an intimate venue in the back.
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Restaurant · Hyde Park
Daisy's Po-Boy and Tavern in Hyde Park serves up vibrant New Orleans-style po' boys and hearty Southern fare in a laid-back, self-serve setting.
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