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"The Hideout, the beloved bar and music venue near Bucktown, has been vandalized twice in the past month, the owners reported on Instagram." - Ashok Selvam
Middle Eastern restaurant · Wrightwood Neighbors
Galit in Lincoln Park serves innovative Middle Eastern fare by Michelin-star chef Zach Engel, famed for creamy hummus, fluffy pita, and shareable mezze in a chic, lively setting.
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Mediterranean restaurant · Sheffield Neighbors
Medi is a trendy Mediterranean gem in Lincoln Park, where cozy vibes meet vibrant decor, serving up delicious kabobs and flavorful small plates.
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Mexican restaurant · West Town
La Josie serves upscale, authentic Jalisco dishes with stellar housemade tacos, a robust mezcal list, and lively rooftop vibes in the West Loop.
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Chinese restaurant · Ukrainian Village
Lao Peng You serves hand-rolled dumplings and noodles in spicy, tangy broths in a casual, BYOB West Town spot that's always buzzing.
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Korean restaurant · North Center
Cozy Lincoln Square Korean BYOB staple since 1980, known for authentic BBQ, sizzling meats, plentiful banchan, and table-top grilling fun.
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New American restaurant · Wicker Park
Schwa’s a tiny Wicker Park spot where inventive, boundary-pushing tasting menus meet a laid-back BYOB vibe and hip-hop beats.
Restaurant · East Ukrainian Village
In West Town, Beatnik whisks you away with its lush boho-chic vibe, globe-trotting Mediterranean plates, and inventive cocktails under glittering chandeliers.
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Restaurant · West Town
Recess is a lively West Loop spot with massive patio, repurposed shipping containers, board games, creative cocktails, and elevated American fare.
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Thai restaurant · Loop
Keadkao Express serves fresh, vibrant southern Thai dishes in a bustling food hall, perfect for a quick, satisfying lunch in downtown Chicago.
Gastropub · Ravenswood
Hopleaf in Andersonville serves standout Belgian-inspired eats like mussels and fries alongside a massive, ever-changing craft beer lineup in a lively 21+ spot.
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