Deli · Lincoln Square
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"Gene’s Sausage Shop is a multilevel grocer with roots as a small wiener-maker, facing potential business impact from a rumored nearby Amazon store." - Naomi Waxman
Fast food restaurant · North Side
At Mr. D's in Montclare, the family-run joint serves up legendary steak sandwiches and shish kabobs, all paired with crispy, hand-cut fries in a cozy, no-frills setting that's pure Chicago charm.
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Caterer · Woodlawn
Exquisite 501 is a vibrant catering company and restaurant offering expertly crafted international dishes, transforming familiar meals into culinary masterpieces.
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Hot dog restaurant · Bridgeport
Just a block from Guaranteed Rate Field, this cash-only gem serves up tasty hot dogs, juicy burgers, and crispy fried shrimp, making it a perfect pre-game pit stop.
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Sushi restaurant · Wrightwood Neighbors
Juno serves artistically plated, inventive sushi in sleek Lincoln Park digs, spotlighting fresh fish and signature smoked specialties.
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Fine dining restaurant · Lincoln Park
Alinea, Grant Achatz’s Chicago gem, dazzles with inventive, theatrical New American tasting menus that redefine fine dining as a sensory adventure.
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Costa Rican restaurant · Bucktown
Irazu serves up hearty, authentic Costa Rican eats—from empanadas to casado—with a bright, breezy patio perfect for laid-back BYOB vibes.
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Pizza restaurant · South Lawndale
Lou Malnati's is your go-to for classic Italian comfort, specializing in buttery, Chicago-style deep-dish pizza that's both iconic and locally adored.
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Restaurant · Gage Park
Carnitas Uruapan offers radiant industrial charm while serving up some of Chicago's best Michoacán-style carnitas, perfect for feeding a crowd or satisfying solo cravings.
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American restaurant · Edgebrook
Dakota 94 offers a chill vibe for all-day American eats and drinks—including cocktails on tap—perfect for enjoying a sunny afternoon or catching the game.
Hamburger restaurant · Loop
Good Stuff Eatery serves up creative burgers and fresh fries in a bright, casual spot that boasts a quirky mayo Dip Bar, perfect for casual bites.