Juice shop · South Loop
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"Fruve xPress Juicery, an upscale juice bar, has opened in a new space featuring cold press juices, smoothies, salads, soups, paninis, and acai bowls." - Naomi Waxman
New American restaurant · Wicker Park
Schwa is a punk-rock gem in Wicker Park where BYOB meets a funky vibe, serving an avant-garde tasting menu that blends fun and culinary creativity.
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Coffee shop · Brighton Park
Nestled in a cozy space with an industrial vibe, this café boasts stellar coffee, delicious pastries, and plenty of room to unwind or work.
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Cafe · Lincoln Square
Capriccio in Lincoln Square serves mouthwatering Roman pizza by the slice, homemade focaccia, and expertly crafted La Colombe coffee in a cozy setting.
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Cafe · Edgewater Beach
Nestled right on Lake Michigan, this dog-friendly outdoor café offers snack-shack fare and live acoustic tunes amidst a serene park setting.
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Mexican restaurant · Logan Square
Nestled in Logan Square, this vibrant spot serves up inventive Mexican small plates, radiant cocktails, and a casual, welcoming vibe that’s hard to beat.
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Brewpub · Near North Side
Nestled above an AMC theater in River North, Crushed by Giants is a chill, spacious brewpub serving unique craft beers, delicious pizzas, and mouthwatering sandwiches with a cozy vibe.
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Cafe · Hyde Park
Plein Air Café is a sunlit gem on the University of Chicago campus, offering French-inspired bites and solid coffee in a bustling yet cozy atmosphere.
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Restaurant · Wrightwood Neighbors
Nestled in Lincoln Park, Cafe Yaya is an inviting all-day spot serving Middle Eastern-inspired pastries by day and inventive global dishes by night.
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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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Southern restaurant (US) · Andersonville
Dive into coastal Southern cuisine at this vibrant spot, where Southern flavors meet stellar service and an impressive whiskey selection.
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