Indoor golf course · Bucktown
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"The Green opened in September and claimed its food came from a 'former three-star Michelin chef,' which was misleading as Michelin awards stars to restaurants, not chefs. The consultant had worked for Alinea as a food runner." - Leigh Giangreco
Bakery · Logan Square
Roeser’s Bakery, a beloved Humboldt Park staple since 1911, serves up classic cakes, donuts, and seasonal treats that have endeared generations.
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Gay bar · Rogers Park
Jackhammer is a multilevel LGBTQ club buzzing with energy, featuring an inclusive dance floor, diverse events, and a cheeky basement lair known as The Hole for leather lovers.
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Dinner theater · Jefferson Park
Step back into a lively 1920s speakeasy at Vito's Vault, where you can savor a delicious multi-course meal while enjoying a fun-filled musical comedy show.
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New American restaurant · River North
Stylish and unpretentious, this spot serves creative modern American dishes alongside inventive cocktails, all in an inviting atmosphere.
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Restaurant · Logan Square
Pizza Lobo in Logan Square is a lively, dog-friendly pizzeria with a heated 4,000-square-foot patio, serving up delicious thin-crust New York-style pies and inventive cocktails.
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American restaurant · Near North Side
Beatrix is a bright, airy all-day eatery where you can sip inventive coffees and cocktail concoctions while enjoying a health-conscious spin on American comfort food.
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Steak house · Loop
Nestled in Chicago's iconic Willis Tower, Kindling offers a chic dining experience infused with the tantalizing aromas of wood-fired cooking and a stellar menu crafted by James Beard Award-winning chef Jonathon Sawyer.
Korean restaurant · Ravenswood
This cozy, low-key Lincoln Square spot serves up tantalizing Korean dishes like their famous fire chicken with cheese, making it a must-try for late-night bites.
Irish pub · North Center
Mrs. Murphy & Sons is a cozy North Center Irish bistro where you can savor hearty pub classics and enjoy live music, a sprawling whiskey selection, and a charming marketplace.
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Italian restaurant · Lakeview East
This charming Lakeview Italian spot has been serving up uncomplicated favorites and bottomless mimosas for over 30 years, perfect for a lively brunch.