Jazz club · Dearborn Park
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A venerable jazz room near Printers Row where legends and local heavyweights share the calendar. Long recognized by jazz media and city guides, it still feels intimate—arrive early for the best sightlines.
Bakery · South Lawndale
Iconic bakery for heart-shaped Hojarasca cookies & pan dulce
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Gastropub · Edgewater
Burgers, pies, poutine, craft beer, and cocktails in a cozy spot
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New American restaurant · Ranch Triangle
California fare & wines, plus homemade breads, served in a breezy space
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Fine dining restaurant · Lincoln Park
Molecular gastronomy with theatrical presentations and unique flavors
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Vegan restaurant · Logan Square
Plant-based taqueria with inventive tacos, loaded fries, margs
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Food court · Medical Village
BBQ, tacos, pizza, banh mi, Indian, Nepalese, empanadas, sweets
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Korean restaurant · North Center
Authentic Korean BBQ, noodles, bibimbop. BYOB, cook-your-own meat.
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Hamburger restaurant · Lakeview
Casual burgers, fries, shakes, and drinks near Wrigley
Diner · South Loop
Classic Jewish deli & diner with mile-high sandwiches & shakes
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Seafood restaurant · Near North Side
Signature stone crab claws & Key lime pie in lavish space
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