"Opened in 1923, Lou’s in Greektown/West Loop is basically the old-school diner version of Cheers. Even if you aren’t a regular, the staff will probably call you some variation of hun, sweetie, or darling as they drop off a slice of their rotating pie of the day. Grab a bar stool at one of their retro counters, enjoy a classic skillet and pancake stack enough times, and maybe one day everybody will know your name." - veda kilaru, john ringor, adrian kane