Garden center · Lisle
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A family-owned garden center dating to the 1930s with display gardens and hands-on workshops. Its 2025 calendar features talks, design sessions, and plant-forward socials that connect you to local horticulture.
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Deli · Lisle
Classic Jewish deli with overstuffed sandwiches, soups & bagels
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Seafood restaurant · Lisle
Fresh seafood flown in daily, known for garlic rolls, crab bisque
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Creative New American food & drink in lively surrounds, famous for fried chicken
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Asian-inspired pub fare with an acclaimed double cheeseburger
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Authentic Chicago deep-dish & thin-crust pies
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Wood-grilled burgers, local meats, great beer selection
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Quesabirria tacos, tender goat, flavorful consomé, handmade tortillas
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Classic 1948 drive-in with carhops serving Chicago-style dogs
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Authentic Korean BBQ, noodles, bibimbop. BYOB, cook-your-own meat.
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Live music venue · Lakeview
Intimate concert venue hosting indie & alternative bands since 1982.