"There’s a reason your third-tier friend isn’t a second-tier friend, and that reason might be because they like to talk about downer things like the Blackhawks or the polar bear population. If that’s the case, go to Dr Bird’s. Between great food and contagiously friendly service, this Jamaican counter-service spot always makes us happy. And we’ve never had to wait for a table, either. The specialty here is Jamaican patties, but the menu also has juicy jerk chicken and outstanding sides—including must-order coco rice that’s sweet and savory, fluffy coco bread that’s perfect for enfolding your patty, and festivals that complement the smoky jerk seasoning. Dr. Bird’s also has a long list of fresh juices and rum cocktails, and both are valid antidotes to finding out that polar bears will be extinct by the time you get home." - adrian kane
