Bakery · Bridgeport
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"This bakery, open since 1950, keeps their zeppole simple: custard filled and topped with a cherry for $3 a piece." - Samantha Nelson, Eater Staff
Bar · Andersonville
This cozy Andersonville staple boasts a stellar beer selection, a nostalgic jukebox, and serves up warm glögg—perfect for a laid-back hangout.
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Bar · Rogers Park
This cozy industrial bar in Rogers Park serves up inventive craft beers and seasonally inspired cocktails, with a welcoming vibe and friendly staff.
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Barbecue restaurant · Old Town Triangle
Step into this vintage tavern and BBQ joint, a Chicago gem since 1932, where cozy vibes, classic woodwork, and Sinatra's legacy make for a must-visit experience.
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Italian grocery store · West Town
This beloved Chicago Italian market and sandwich spot has been serving up fresh, hearty subs and deli delights since 1937, with a dash of family charm.
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Breakfast restaurant · Bronzeville
Bright, comfy American eatery with biscuits & other Southern staples for breakfast & lunch.
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Mexican restaurant · Humboldt Park
Colorful restaurant fusing traditional Mexican cuisine with international flavors, plus a patio and bar.
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Peruvian restaurant · West Town
Elevate your dining experience at this stylish rooftop spot where vibrant Peruvian sharing plates and craft cocktails meet stunning city views.
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Steak house · Near West Side
Dive into a stylish Chicago spot where wood-fired Argentinean-American dishes steal the show alongside delicious South American cocktails and stellar service.
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Mexican restaurant · Lakeview East
Tex-Mex standards like tacos, burritos & more pair with margaritas in a colorful brick-walled space.
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Pho restaurant · Wicker Park
Phodega is a vibrant Vietnamese soup cafe and market, serving comforting pho and delicious snacks amid funky decor and a lively atmosphere.
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