Seafood restaurant · West Lawn
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A South Side favorite for Nayarit-style seafood—think pescado zarandeado, garlic crab, and aguachiles. Celebrated over the years by Chicago Reader and trusted by generations of mariscos fans.
Restaurant · West Town
Casual eatery with comfort food, burgers, and cocktails
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Bar & grill · Humboldt Park
Authentic Mexican eats, tacos, burritos, tortas, and margs
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Restaurant · Gold Coast
Waterfront beach bar with skyline views, frozen drinks
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Tea wholesaler · Belmont Gardens
Walls of black, green, grey, herbal & fruit tea varieties
Restaurant · Portage Park
Asian-inspired pub fare with an acclaimed double cheeseburger
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Restaurant · South Loop
European-Mediterranean coastal fare with handmade pasta & fresh seafood
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Pub · Lakeview East
All-you-can-eat fish & chips, extensive whisky & beer selection
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Coffee shop · Andersonville
Theater-themed bookstore & cafe with unique scripts and coffee
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Hot dog restaurant · Wrightwood Neighbors
Chicago-style dogs, gourmet sausages, alligator & more
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Cafe · Pilsen
Coffeehouse with art, music, molletes, Mexican hot chocolate