Japanese restaurant · West Town
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"Its bowl of tantanmen (a 2019 Ramen Fest award winner, the menu helpfully notes) is balanced and flavorful, spicy but not face-melting. The broth is light and complex..." - Ashok Selvam
Pizza restaurant · Heart of Chicago
Casual restaurant offering Chicago-style pies made with a dough that includes Old Style beer, plus other comfort fare.
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New American restaurant · Andersonville
100+ beers, tons of whiskey & specialty cocktails are paired with comfort food at this relaxed bar.
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Bar & grill · Humboldt Park
Tacos, nachos and other traditional Mexican eats, plus margaritas and beers, offered in a casual space.
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Japanese restaurant · Pilsen
Counter-serve eatery offering a Japanese-Mexican fusion menu including omakase and tostadas, and BYOB.
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American restaurant · Lincoln Park
A lively neighborhood eatery and bar, Gemini serves up modern American bistro fare amid a welcoming vibe, complete with outdoor seating and live music.
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Bar · Logan Square
Laid-back neighborhood bar with burgers, salads & starters, craft beers & cocktails plus a patio.
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Coffee shop · Albany Park
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Bar · Near North Side
Funky arcade bar with loads of throwback video games plus craft beers, cocktails & upscale pub fare.
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Fine dining restaurant · River North
"Chef Sujan Sarkar is defining and redefining the limitless potential of Indian cuisine. Indienne in River North is Chicago’s first Michelin-starred Indian restaurant. Experience seasonal ingredients brought to life with bold Indian flavors, offering a multi-course tasting menu for vegetarians, pescatarians, vegans, and non-vegetarians. Reservations on Tock are encouraged, and the a la carte menu is available for walk-ins at the bar."
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American restaurant · Lakeview
A stylish spot near Wrigley Field, Swift & Sons Tavern serves top-notch steaks and fresh seafood in a friendly atmosphere, perfect for a casual night out.