Betsy's Guidebook
Food scene
Excellent service, baked goods, and coffee - and a great morning walk!
22 residents recomanen
Backlot Coffee
2006 Central StExcellent service, baked goods, and coffee - and a great morning walk!
Cafe Urbano
4176 N Elston AveA local favorite, quiet and great light.
Great local beer, a short walk. Also check out their restaurant in Logan Square.
101 residents recomanen
Revolution Brewing - Brewery & Taproom
3340 N Kedzie AveGreat local beer, a short walk. Also check out their restaurant in Logan Square.
The Chicago Diner, Logan Square
2333 North Milwaukee AvenueFabulous veggie food in a pub-like setting.
La Nonna
3400 N Lawndale AveTasty breakfast and burgers, just a 10 minute walk.
Original Alps Pancake House
3637 W Irving Park RdAn old-school diner, reliably good and affordable.
El Cid
2645 N Kedzie AveExcellent Mexican food, large backyard patio.
The Bakery at Fat Rice
2951 W Diversey AveUnusual savory pastries, delicate teas.
A neighborhood gem in a gorgeous renovated building
37 residents recomanen
ERIS Brewery and Cider House
4240 W Irving Park RdA neighborhood gem in a gorgeous renovated building
Breakfast House & Coffee Bar
Good food, great service, and nearby
There’s always a line at this neighborhood gem!
9 residents recomanen
Miko's Italian Ice (Irving Park)
4125 N Kimball AveThere’s always a line at this neighborhood gem!
Neighborhoods
A little bit of everything - good restaurants, great people watching, seasonal farmers’ market, all a short bike or L ride away.
174 residents recomanen
Logan Square
A little bit of everything - good restaurants, great people watching, seasonal farmers’ market, all a short bike or L ride away.
Local business district with great shops, queer-friendly, close to the lake.
154 residents recomanen
Andersonville
Local business district with great shops, queer-friendly, close to the lake.
Essentials
Clean & efficient laundromat nearby
Spin It Up Laundry
Nearby old-school laundromat to meet your needs