Hot dog restaurant · River Grove
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"The Depression Dog variant is what makes Gene & Jude's an institution. Stuffed with french fries, this variant gives Chicagoans a reason to visit the suburbs." - Ashok Selvam
Bakery · River Grove
Unassuming retail outlet of a bakery making hearth-baked Italian & French breads plus pizzas.
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Cocktail bar · Wicker Park
Hidden behind a graffiti-covered wall, this cozy cocktail lounge offers expertly crafted drinks, small bites, and a relaxed speakeasy vibe perfect for any night out.
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Bar · West Town
Step into Good Night John Boy, a vibrant nod to the '70s, where disco balls, themed cocktails, and a lively dance floor create a nostalgic nightlife experience.
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Pizza restaurant · Streeterville
Charming bi-level pizzeria and bar with a scenic waterfront patio, serving up inventive thin-crust pies and a vibrant, lively atmosphere.
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Pizza restaurant · Near North Side
Lou Malnati's serves up beloved Chicago deep-dish and thin-crust pizzas with a buttery crust, just steps from the Chicago River on vibrant Michigan Avenue.
Cafe · River North
Chill, industrial-style outfit serving artisanal coffee & light fare, plus cocktails, wine & beer.
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Pizza restaurant · Lakeview East
Zaza's is a cozy Lakeview pizzeria delivering authentic New York-style slices and whole pies, perfect for a casual BYOB night out.
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Fine dining restaurant · River North
Indienne, Chicago’s first Michelin-starred Indian restaurant, presents a vibrant fusion of seasonal Indian cuisine with a French twist that's as artful as it is delicious.
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Barbecue restaurant · Chatham
This iconic, no-frills gem on 75th Street serves up the best of Chicago's barbecue, featuring succulent rib tips slathered in tangy sauce till the wee hours.
Chinese restaurant · Bridgeport
New Furama is a spacious two-story gem on the Chinatown-Border that serves all-day dim sum with Cantonese BBQ in a charming setting and boasts solid service.
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