Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
It can be a crazy scene and wait for brunch or dinner in the main resturant but the Off Site Bar (or OSB at L&E) is a small back patio space is right next door and functions as a stand-alone ‘micro bar’ and has a small menu. It's great for a drink or two with a small to medium party while you explore the neighborhood or wait for your table.
830 residents recomanen
Longman & Eagle
2657 N Kedzie AveIt can be a crazy scene and wait for brunch or dinner in the main resturant but the Off Site Bar (or OSB at L&E) is a small back patio space is right next door and functions as a stand-alone ‘micro bar’ and has a small menu. It's great for a drink or two with a small to medium party while you explore the neighborhood or wait for your table.
This spot never disappoints. You can take anyone and everyone here and they will love it! The menu is spectacular and is always changing. I would recommend going a bit early to put your name in and then swing by Bowtruss for coffee, the farmer's market and Comfort Station gallery.
936 residents recomanen
Lula Cafe
2537 N Kedzie BlvdThis spot never disappoints. You can take anyone and everyone here and they will love it! The menu is spectacular and is always changing. I would recommend going a bit early to put your name in and then swing by Bowtruss for coffee, the farmer's market and Comfort Station gallery.
My favorite coffee shop in the neighborhood because of it's chill atmosphere and delicious and wonderful selection of caffeinated beverages. London Fog, Ipsento (on ice), and their nitro coffee are all my go tos when I pop in on my way to the Western blue line stop. They have a 606 location too!
109 residents recomanen
Ipsento Coffee
2035 N Western Ave My favorite coffee shop in the neighborhood because of it's chill atmosphere and delicious and wonderful selection of caffeinated beverages. London Fog, Ipsento (on ice), and their nitro coffee are all my go tos when I pop in on my way to the Western blue line stop. They have a 606 location too!
Cash only but BYOB! You can stop across the street at my favorite wine shop in the city and pick up a bottle or two to enjoy with dinner. The PALMITO SALAD and YUCA SERVED
WITH MOJO (Garlic Oil) are my two favorite treats!
109 residents recomanen
Irazu Costa Rican Restaurant & Catering
1865 N Milwaukee AveCash only but BYOB! You can stop across the street at my favorite wine shop in the city and pick up a bottle or two to enjoy with dinner. The PALMITO SALAD and YUCA SERVED
WITH MOJO (Garlic Oil) are my two favorite treats!
My favorite ramen spot, it's BYOB and it is so close to my place! The brussel sprouts are a must order and their specials are always fantastic. It is a great place to bring a mix of vegetarians and meat eaters. Don't let the line fool you, you can get a seat.
134 residents recomanen
Ramen Wasabi
2101 N Milwaukee AveMy favorite ramen spot, it's BYOB and it is so close to my place! The brussel sprouts are a must order and their specials are always fantastic. It is a great place to bring a mix of vegetarians and meat eaters. Don't let the line fool you, you can get a seat.
Fat Rice
2957 W Diversey Ave
Owen & Engine
2700 N Western AveGreat burger and the beer selection is killer!
Catalpa Kitchen
2800 W Logan BlvdSit in their backyard patio with a slice of pie and a cup of coffee on a lazy Sunday morning or fill up on their biscuits and gravy. Either way, you will leave full and happy!
468 residents recomanen
Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits
2051 N California AveSit in their backyard patio with a slice of pie and a cup of coffee on a lazy Sunday morning or fill up on their biscuits and gravy. Either way, you will leave full and happy!
Amazing drinks, outdoor space and great fried chicken!
658 residents recomanen
Parson's Chicken & Fish
2952 W Armitage AveAmazing drinks, outdoor space and great fried chicken!
Going here never gets old because there is always something new on the menu and the quality is outstanding!
19 residents recomanen
The Bento Box
Going here never gets old because there is always something new on the menu and the quality is outstanding!
Belly Shack
1912 North Western AvenueDrinks & Nightlife
The decor is straight out of my friend's parent's WI basement and the classic cocktails sound like something you would find out of a bartenders manual from the 60s/70s but don't let that fool you. It all works and the cocktails are nothing like what your parent's drank. I would recommend checking it out in an off-peak hour to avoid a wait and you'll have better luck grabbing a table or spot at the bar.
32 residents recomanen
The Heavy Feather
2357 N Milwaukee AveThe decor is straight out of my friend's parent's WI basement and the classic cocktails sound like something you would find out of a bartenders manual from the 60s/70s but don't let that fool you. It all works and the cocktails are nothing like what your parent's drank. I would recommend checking it out in an off-peak hour to avoid a wait and you'll have better luck grabbing a table or spot at the bar.
Remember when you would go play video games at your local arcade? Well this is the same thing but with adult beverages and you don't have to mow the lawn before you go.
65 residents recomanen
Logan Arcade
2410 W Fullerton AveRemember when you would go play video games at your local arcade? Well this is the same thing but with adult beverages and you don't have to mow the lawn before you go.
Do you like gin and warm chocolate chip cookies? Good. Scofflaw has a great atmosphere and everything is done well.
584 residents recomanen
Scofflaw
3201 W Armitage AveDo you like gin and warm chocolate chip cookies? Good. Scofflaw has a great atmosphere and everything is done well.
If you are a brewer or a beer enthusiast, you'll need to put this spot on your list of places to visit.
724 residents recomanen
Revolution Brewing - Brewpub
2323 N Milwaukee Ave If you are a brewer or a beer enthusiast, you'll need to put this spot on your list of places to visit.
Take a beautiful walk down Logan Blvd and stop in for a glass or bottle of wine and snack on one of their delicious small dishes or cheese plates.
73 residents recomanen
Websters Wine Bar Chicago
2601 N Milwaukee AveTake a beautiful walk down Logan Blvd and stop in for a glass or bottle of wine and snack on one of their delicious small dishes or cheese plates.
Hopewell Brewing Company
2760 N Milwaukee AveNice for a large group.
Shopping
So much more than a flower shop. They carry a lovely selection of unique gifts for someone special or to remember your trip by.
42 residents recomanen
Fleur
2651 N Milwaukee AveSo much more than a flower shop. They carry a lovely selection of unique gifts for someone special or to remember your trip by.
Parks & Nature
The 606 or Bloomingdale Trail is a new addition to the city as of last summer. You can get on at any of the spots right by my place (Western, California, etc) and take a walk, run, jog, or bike on the trail. Make a pit stop at Small Cheval for a burger and a beer on the outside patio. No worries about wearing your athleisure wear.
133 residents recomanen
Bloomingdale Trail
Bloomingdale TrailThe 606 or Bloomingdale Trail is a new addition to the city as of last summer. You can get on at any of the spots right by my place (Western, California, etc) and take a walk, run, jog, or bike on the trail. Make a pit stop at Small Cheval for a burger and a beer on the outside patio. No worries about wearing your athleisure wear.
Parc de Palmer Square
2200 N Kedzie AveHumboldt Park Boathouse
1301 North Humboldt DriveGetting Around
Divvy
California station
2211 N California AveWestern station
1900 N Western AveEssentials
Target
4466 N Broadway This Target has the best deals on wine, beer and liquor.
Mariano's
2021 W Chicago AveFresh Market Place
2134 N Western AveFresh guacamole and mango salsa!
Arts & Culture
Comfort Station
2579 N Milwaukee Ave