Mexican restaurant · Logan Square
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"Others include Cafe Tola, the Mexican mini chain with a nearby location on Milwaukee Avenue." - Ashok Selvam
Book store · West Loop
Open Books is a cozy nonprofit bookstore in the West Loop, teeming with a vast and well-organized collection of used and new titles, where every purchase supports local literacy programs.
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Ice cream shop · Goose Island
Paola Gelato serves up authentic, artisanal gelato in a cozy space, featuring unique flavors and a dog-friendly patio for sweet indulgence.
Restaurant · Gold Coast
Bistronomic serves creative French fare in a chic setting, perfect for cozy brunches with bottomless mimosas or special evening celebrations.
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Fine dining restaurant · Lincoln Park
At Alinea, Chef Grant Achatz crafts an immersive culinary odyssey, serving a whimsical fusion of modernist cuisine in a mesmerizing, theatrical setting.
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American restaurant · Fulton River District
Saint Lou’s Assembly in the West Loop serves up nostalgic comfort food in a lively, dog-friendly patio space perfect for casual hangouts with friends.
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American restaurant · Andersonville
The Good Wolf in Andersonville delivers a chic speakeasy vibe with elevated cocktails and shareable plates, perfect for a laid-back night out with friends or a date.
Chinese restaurant · Ukrainian Village
Lao Peng You offers a cozy BYOB vibe where handmade dumplings and comforting noodle soups make every visit feel like a warm family gathering.
American restaurant · River North
Chic and lively, The Smith serves elevated American bites and craft cocktails in a stylish space with a fantastic outdoor vibe—perfect for any dining occasion.
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Chinese restaurant · New Eastside
MingHin Cuisine offers a vibrant twist on traditional Cantonese dim sum and seafood favorites in a spacious, modern setting near Millennium Park, where quality meets fun dining for families and friends.
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Restaurant · Ravenswood
In Ravenswood, Jimmy's Pizza Cafe dishes out New York-style pizza by the slice or whole pie, combining crispy crusts with a vibrant eatery vibe.
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