American restaurant · River North
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"Morgan Olsen, Time Out Chicago: Bar Biscay, Passerotto, etta, Pacific Standard Time, Aba and Pretty Cool Ice Cream." - Elizabeth Atkinson
Italian restaurant · Near North Side
Located just off the Mag Mile, this buzzing Italian marketplace crafts Neapolitan pizza and handmade pasta amidst a feast of gourmet goods.
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Middle Eastern restaurant · Wrightwood Neighbors
Galit in Lincoln Park serves innovative Middle Eastern fare by Michelin-star chef Zach Engel, famed for creamy hummus, fluffy pita, and shareable mezze in a chic, lively setting.
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Bar · Wicker Park
Step into Emporium Arcade Bar in Wicker Park, where retro games collide with craft beers and arcade nostalgia in a lively tavern setting.
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Ethiopian restaurant · North Edgewater
Ethiopian Diamond in Edgewater serves comforting, flavorful Ethiopian stews and vegan delights over spongy injera, all in a casual, spacious spot perfect for sharing.
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Sushi restaurant · Andersonville
At Tanoshii Sushi Mike's, enjoy a laid-back BYOB experience featuring inventive sushi rolls and playful dishes like the signature fish and chips.
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Mexican restaurant · Logan Square
Dive into a vibrant corner of Logan Square at Mi Tocaya Antojería, where James Beard-nominated chef Diana Dávila serves up colorful, inventive Mexican small plates that beautifully blend tradition and creativity in a lively, art-filled setting.
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Coffee shop · Near North Side
Experience a coffee enthusiast's dream at Chicago's towering Starbucks Reserve Roastery, an Art Deco-inspired five-story temple of brews, bites, and beautiful skyline views, complete with a cocktail bar and exclusive merchandise.
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Bakery · Logan Square
This vibrant Logan Square spot serves innovative Asian pastries and coffee by day, transforming into a lively restaurant-bar by night.
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Cocktail bar · Uptown
Larry’s is a charming cocktail bar tucked inside the Lawrence House, blending vintage aesthetics with a creative drink menu that feels both whimsical and elegant.
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Thai restaurant · Ravenswood
Aroy Thai is a cozy Ravenswood BYOB joint serving authentic Thai comfort food—from papaya salad to spicy sausage—perfect for sharing with friends.
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