Grocery store · Ravenswood
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"Chris Dallas, an owner of HarvesTime Foods on Lawrence Avenue, told reporters that a corporate store in the neighborhood would be like an 'atomic bomb' for small businesses like his." - Naomi Waxman
Italian restaurant · Near North Side
Bustling modern trattoria in an Italian marketplace for Neapolitan pizza & homemade, al dente pasta.
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Hotel · Bucktown
Nestled in a stunning 1929 art deco building, this chic hotel boasts a rooftop pool, a lively bar, and prime access to Wicker Park's vibrant scene.
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Hotel · Loop
Polished quarters with river views in a sleek hotel offering a rooftop lounge, a tavern & a spa. Next to an El station on a street lined with upscale shops and restaurants, this sleek hotel in the Theater District is 2 blocks from the Chicago River and 11 minutes' walk from the sculptures at Millennium Park. Polished rooms with river views feature flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and Wi-Fi (fee), as well as minibars and coffeemakers. Suites add living rooms with kitchenettes, dining areas, and spa-style bathrooms with soaking tubs. Room service is available. A chic rooftop lounge with a glass-enclosed deck offers river and park views. There's also an upscale tavern and a high-end spa. Valet parking is available for a surcharge.
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Indian restaurant · West Rogers Park
Bustling halal eatery plating hearty portions of Indian & Pakistani fare in a modest environment.
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Bar & grill · Avondale
Corner pub with traditional Irish decor, food & music plus garden seating & a huge drink list.
Restaurant · West Town
New American sharing plates with house cocktails & craft beers are presented in a rustic-chic space.
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Sushi restaurant · Fulton River District
Sushi by Scratch, a cozy speakeasy dining spot by Chefs Phillip Frankland Lee and Margarita Kallas-Lee, offers an unforgettable omakase experience packed with fresh, artfully crafted sushi and delightful cocktails.
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Pizza restaurant · Lincoln Park
Tucked in a vintage brownstone, this cash-only gem serves up inventive pizza pot pies and mouthwatering Mediterranean bread in a cozy atmosphere.
Movie theater · Lakeview East
Discover a hidden gem in Lakeview's Century Mall where you can catch new releases and indie flicks in a chill atmosphere with a full bar and good parking.
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Brasserie · Lakeview
Mordecai, nestled in Hotel Zachary and just a baseball toss from Wrigley Field, serves up sophisticated American fare and a killer bourbon selection in a chic, mid-century space.
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