Restaurant · Cobden District 2
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This is a great space (I used to go to the winery that was here) and my family says the new restaurant is good too.
Coffee shop · River North
European-style bistro in River North serving unique housemade syrup lattes, fresh pastries, bagels, and sandwiches in a cozy, art-filled space.
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Bar · East Pilsen
Skylark is a cash-only Pilsen dive bar with a solid craft beer lineup, tasty pub grub—especially tater tots—and a retro rec-room vibe.
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Restaurant · South Loop
Chicago’s Harold’s Chicken Shack serves up made-to-order, crispy fried chicken with that iconic sweet-spicy mild sauce, plus classics like catfish and mac.
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Fine dining restaurant · Lincoln Park
Alinea, Grant Achatz’s Chicago gem, dazzles with inventive, theatrical New American tasting menus that redefine fine dining as a sensory adventure.
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Japanese restaurant · West Loop
West Loop’s cozy izakaya TenGoku Aburiya serves fresh sushi, crave-worthy kushiyaki skewers, and crowd-pleasing Japanese small plates.
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Bakery · East Ukrainian Village
In a retro-chic spot, Hoosier Mama whips up flaky, buttery sweet and savory pies with fresh, local ingredients and rotating inventive flavors.
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Roman restaurant · West Town
Il Carciofo offers a vibrant modern Roman experience in Chicago's Fulton Market, with fresh pasta, Roman-style pizzas, and a lively open kitchen that keeps the good times rolling.
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Fast food restaurant · South Loop
Portillo's is a beloved Chicago chain serving up iconic hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches in a retro setting, with delicious shakes to match.
Pizza restaurant · Old Town
Happy Camper serves creative thin-crust pizzas and cocktails in a sprawling, camp-themed spot with tire swings, an airstream, and a lively vibe.
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Mexican restaurant · Goose Island
Tucked inside a gas station, El Tragón Taqueria serves up mouthwatering Jalisco-style tacos and quesabirria, along with a fun BYOB vibe.