Bar · West Town
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"The old Grandbar/Betty’s Blue Star Lounge at the corner of Ashland and Grand will roar once more thanks to a quartet of bar pros." - Ashok Selvam
Pizza restaurant · Streeterville
Riverside pizzeria with creative thin-crust pies and a lively patio
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Hotel · Near North Side
Lakefront luxury hotel with Mies van der Rohe design, spa & dining
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New American restaurant · West Town
Creative New American food & drink in lively surrounds, famous for fried chicken
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Peruvian restaurant · Old Town
Peruvian fusion with Japanese & Chinese influences, ceviches & seafood
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Chinese restaurant · West Town
Creative Chinese fare from celeb chef Stephanie Izard, fun vibe
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Restaurant · West Town
Creative fusion cuisine with Japanese, Chinese, and Thai influences.
Chef-driven eats & cocktails with communal seats & rooftop
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Lounge · Wrightwood Neighbors
Art deco bowling & billiards with local brewery beer
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Non-profit organization · Albany Park
Urban farm growing organic produce with refugee families
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Gastropub · Edgewater
Burgers, pies, poutine, craft beer, and cocktails in a cozy spot