Mexican restaurant · Logan Square
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"Estefanía just started working at a Mexican restaurant in Logan Square, which she describes as a better experience than her last job." - Gaby Del Valle
Barbecue restaurant · Avondale
ATX Bodega serves up vibrant Tex-Mex BBQ with standout birria tacos, outdoor seating, and a casual vibe, all tucked away in Lincoln Square.
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Sichuan restaurant · South Loop
Lao Sze Chuan is a vibrant Chinatown haunt known for its fiery Szechuan specialties like dry chili chicken and mapo tofu, served in a lively, BYOB setting.
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Restaurant · Streeterville
Monarch & Lion is a chic new British pub in Streeterville, blending pub classics like fish and chips with Indian twists in a cozy, elegant setting.
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Bar & grill · Avondale
In the heart of Avondale, Kuma's Corner serves up colossal, creatively topped burgers paired with a heavy metal soundtrack, making for a head-banging bite.
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Restaurant · South Austin
MacArthur's is a cherished Chicago cafeteria serving hearty Southern soul food classics like fried chicken and peach cobbler, beloved since '97.
Chicken wings restaurant · Lakeview East
Crisp is your go-to Lakeview spot for massive, perfectly fried Korean wings slathered in their famous Seoul Sassy sauce, with a side of communal vibes and BYOB fun.
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American restaurant · Near North Side
Beatrix is a bright, airy all-day eatery where you can sip inventive coffees and cocktail concoctions while enjoying a health-conscious spin on American comfort food.
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Restaurant · Hyde Park
Daisy’s Po-Boy & Tavern brings a slice of New Orleans to Hyde Park, serving up mouthwatering po’ boys, gumbo, and fried chicken in a lively, laid-back setting that’s perfect for game days or celebratory nights out.
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Ice cream shop · Edgewater
A vibrant ice cream parlor chain offering a dizzying array of flavors, indulgent treats, and frozen delights, all while on a search for a new home.
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Gas station · Wrightwood Neighbors
At Milito's Mobil, the blend of friendly, old-school service and reliable car care—from gas to full vehicle detailing—makes it a standout in Lincoln Park.