Blues club · South Loop
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An essential stop for Chicago blues, owned by the icon himself. Nightly sets, surprise cameos, and a January residency tradition keep it in critics’ guides and locals’ routines alike.
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African · Medical Village
Award-winning West African cuisine, Jollof Rice, Suya
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Performing arts theater · Loop
Historic 1889 theater staging dance, ballet & rock shows
Chicken wings restaurant · Lakeview East
Korean fried chicken, huge portions, Seoul Sassy sauce, BYOB
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Food court · Loop
Industrial-chic food court with diverse eateries, coffee, and bar
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Indian restaurant · West Rogers Park
Vegetarian Indian eatery with Northern & Southern dishes
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Bar & grill · Lincoln Park
Beachfront party spot with rooftop bar, frozen drinks, beer, bar food
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Restaurant · Wrightwood Neighbors
Middle Eastern inspired pastries by day, European bistro by night
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Bar · Fulton River District
Creative Japanese fare & craft drinks, including omakase cocktail tasting
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Latin American restaurant · West Town
A curated food hall with diverse vendors and multiple bars
Gastropub · Ravenswood
Belgian-focused eats & extensive brews in a lively, 21+ gastropub
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