Seafood restaurant · River North
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"Several high-profile Chicago chefs including Grant Achatz (Alinea), the late Homaro Cantu (Moto), Giuseppe Tentori (GT Fish & Oyster), and Graham Elliot worked in Trotter’s kitchen." - Ashok Selvam
Deli · Edison Park
This charming family-owned grocery and deli offers authentic Italian delights and hearty sandwiches that keep locals coming back for more.
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Restaurant · Streeterville
Posh hotel restaurant for modern Italian cuisine & craft cocktails with an adjacent bar & roof deck.
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Filipino restaurant · Ravenswood
Creative Filipino-Cuban fare & BYOB offered in a snug, artsy setup with outdoor seating.
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Bakery · Lakeview East
Jennivee's Bakery is a charming, LGBTQ-friendly spot in Lakeview known for its delightful Filipino-inspired treats, including the must-try Purple Velvet cake.
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Seafood restaurant · Near North Side
Fashionable, riverfront locale for seafood-based fine dining with pasta, steaks & premium full bar.
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Bakery · West Town
Bakery specializing in whole-grain and long-fermented breads, including baguettes, boules, and sourdough.
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Bakery · McKinley Park
Family-run bakery offering Portuguese-inspired pastries and specialty coffees, including pastel de natas.
Pizza restaurant · Heart of Chicago
Nestled in Pilsen, Novel Pizza offers a cozy, nostalgic vibe, serving up razor-thin tavern-style pies that are absolute game-changers.
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Ice cream shop · Beverly
Long-standing seasonal ice cream destination serving cones, shakes, sundaes & banana splits.
American restaurant · Old Town
Trendy bar with upscale pub food & a massive beer list that showcases local breweries.
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