Pub · South Loop
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"Polk Street Pub has closed its kitchen at 548 W. Polk Street. The bar will stay open until the end of the week." - Daniel Gerzina
Ice cream shop · Bronzeville
Petite, understated spot dishing up signature ice cream & sundaes, plus brownies.
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Charcuterie · Logan Square
Lardon is a charming Logan Square cafe known for its stellar charcuterie and delicious breakfast sandwiches, perfect for a casual bite.
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Thai restaurant · East Hyde Park
Classic Thai cooking plus bubble tea smoothies & BYOB in a small, casual cafe environment.
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Asian restaurant · Ranch Triangle
Lively neighborhood noodle joint for hot broth, ice-cold beers & ’90s hip-hop.
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Southern restaurant (US) · Hyde Park
Virtue serves up vibrant Southern classics in a funky-chic space, where every dish bursts with flavor and heartfelt hospitality.
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Hotel · River North
Contemporary hotel featuring a taco restaurant & a bar, plus a 24-hour gym & a convenience store. This modern hotel in the buzzing River North neighborhood is 4 minutes' walk from a metro station, and a mile from both the iconic Willis Tower skyscraper and the vibrant Navy Pier entertainment center. Understated rooms with movement sensing lighting, contemporary accents and floor-to-ceiling windows have free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Amenities include a relaxed bar and a taco eatery, as well as a 24-hour gym and a convenience store. Parking is offered (fee). Pets are welcome.
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Pizza restaurant · Logan Square
A rustic-chic spot in Logan Square, this buzzing eatery serves wood-fired pizzas—dense Detroit-style or thin-crust—topped with gourmet flair.
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Diner · North Center
Family-run diner dishing up classic comfort food for breakfast and lunch in a casual setting.
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Chinese restaurant · South Loop
Casual eatery specializing in Chinese dishes, including spicy boiled beef and pickled fish.
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Catering food and drink supplier · Irving Park
Catering company shipping frozen, gluten-free empanadas & rolls made from cassava plants.
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