Seafood restaurant · West Loop
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"Earlier this year, the duo expanded their culinary vision with the opening of Proxi, where Zimmerman showcases new techniques and flavor profiles of global street food." - Abbe Baker
Sports bar · Wicker Park
This vibrant pub serves up a diverse menu and boasts over 120 beers, all within a cozy brick-walled setting, perfect for catching a game on their numerous TVs or enjoying the sidewalk patio.
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American restaurant · Ravenswood
Chic Lincoln Square spot serving seasonal New American fare with shareable plates, creative cocktails, and a cozy, plant-filled patio vibe.
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American restaurant · Gold Coast
Allium at the Four Seasons serves elevated American classics with locally sourced ingredients in a cozy, beautifully decorated setting.
Donut shop · Near North Side
Firecakes serves creative artisan donuts and coffee in a cozy grab-and-go spot, famed for seasonal flavors and iconic ice cream sandwich treats.
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Lebanese restaurant · West Town
Beity, a cozy haven in Fulton Market, serves an inventive Lebanese-French tasting menu that feels like a heartfelt embrace from Chef Ryan Fakih's culinary roots.
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Ice cream shop · West Town
BomboBar serves hip Italian-style filled doughnuts, gelato, and coffee from a walk-up window with limited outdoor seating in the West Loop.
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Barbecue restaurant · Chatham
Dive into Lem's Bar-B-Q, a no-frills Chicago institution since '54, renowned for its aquarium-smoked rib tips slathered in sweet, tangy sauce, making every late-night visit worth the wait.
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Pizza restaurant · Rogers Park
Nueva Italy is a cozy Rogers Park pizzeria known for its buttery, crispy tavern-style and deep-dish pies, perfect for quick takeout or delivery.
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American restaurant · Streeterville
Chef Art Smith's Reunion at Navy Pier serves up Southern comfort food like fried chicken and shrimp & grits, all against stunning lake views.
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American restaurant · Loop
This cozy weekday saloon dishes up grass-fed burgers and craft beers in a chill Irish vibe, perfect for group hangouts and trivia nights.