Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Gather
4539 N Lincoln AveOne of my favorite restaurants in Chicago
World class 5 star French restaurant in urban setting. Just opened their own food & wine store next door. The mushroom truffle soup and Sparrow coffee are out of this world.
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goosefoot
2656 W Lawrence AveWorld class 5 star French restaurant in urban setting. Just opened their own food & wine store next door. The mushroom truffle soup and Sparrow coffee are out of this world.
Elizabeth
4835 N Western AveFarm to Table restaurant
Rainbow Thai Cuisine
4825 N Western AveTruly authentic Thai, spicy
One of most well-liked Thai restaurants in Chicago. Penang curry with tofu is to die for
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Opart Thai House
4658 North Western AvenueOne of most well-liked Thai restaurants in Chicago. Penang curry with tofu is to die for
Kiko's Meat Market & Restaurant
Fresh fish at this Bosnian restaurant is awesome!
Beans & Bagels
2601 W Leland AveGreat coffee
Cafe Selmarie
4729 N Lincoln AveFantastic brunch and lunch spot
Noon O Kabab
4701 N Kedzie AvePersian favorite
Tre Kronor
3258 W Foster AveHands down best Swedish brunch in the city.
The Grind Cafe
4613 N Lincoln AveHipster coffee shop
Le Café
4655 N Lincoln AveCoffee, crepes, yum.
Starbucks
6738 N Sheridan RdCoffee
Julius Meinl
4363 N Lincoln AveAustrian coffee house
Ridiculously good Korean food. Probably the best Bulgogi I've ever had. You will smell like a barbecue when you leave. Not the friendliest staff but food makes up for it. Open late, sushi bar.
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San Soo Gab San
5247 N Western AveRidiculously good Korean food. Probably the best Bulgogi I've ever had. You will smell like a barbecue when you leave. Not the friendliest staff but food makes up for it. Open late, sushi bar.
Hub's Restaurant
5540 N Lincoln AveLove this Greek diner/restaurant for carry out.
Barba Yianni
4761 N Lincoln AveFun Greek restaurant. Love the flaming cheese and Greek beers.
Isla Pilipina Restaurant
15 West Washington StreetFun Filipino restaurant. Excellent food.
Sarajevo Restaurant
2701 W Lawrence AveLove the food and bread here. BYOB.
Paprika
2547 W Lawrence AveGood vegetarian dishes and nice atmosphere.
Charcoal Delights
3139 W Foster AveGood carryout menu and food.
Jibek Jolu
5047 N Lincoln AveChicago's first and only Kyrgyz restaurant. Unique. Friendly.
Trout Kitchen #TKPopUps
4111 N Lincoln AveFantastic high end restaurant.
Bistro Campagne
4518 N Lincoln AveClassic French Bistro. Pricey but awesome.
Paciugo
2324 West Giddings StreetHomemade Italian gelato. To die for.
Nhu Lan Bakery
2612 W Lawrence AveLove this Vietnamese bakery. Coffee here rocks.
Da Rae Jung
5220 N Lincoln AveLove this Korean BYOB restaurant owned by friendly elderly couple.
Garcia's Restaurant
4760 N Lincoln AveFestive Mexican restaurant with great margaritas.
First Slice Pie Cafe
5357 N Ashland AveMichigan sour cherry pie
Famous Dutch Pancake Huis - Pannenkoeken Cafe
4757 N Western AveDutch pancakes
Pizza Art Cafe
4658 N Rockwell StBrick oven Roman/Napolitan thin crust pizzas
Semiramis Lebanese Restaurant
4639 N Kedzie AveGreat middle eastern restaurant
Hema's Kitchen
2439 W Devon AveChicago favorite Indian restaurant
Tiffin The Indian Kitchen
2536 W Devon AveAnother favorite Indian restaurant
Uru-Swati
2629 W Devon AveIncredible vegetarian Indian selection.
Jimmy's Pizza Cafe
2434 N Lincoln AveThin crust pizza slices. Delicious
Cafe Orient 33 Asian Restaurant
4829 N Kedzie AveBibimbap, peanut butter banana smoothie
Pueblito Viejo
5429 N Lincoln AveColombian steakhouse
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
6464 N Sheridan RdSandwich shop. Milkshakes
Los Nopales
4544 North Western AvenueBYOB Mexican restaurant. Great ceviche and tilapia tacos
Au Bon Pain
5145 N California AveCoffee, chocolate croissants, soups, sandwiches
Midori Japanese Restaurant
3310 W Bryn Mawr AveSushi, try Roberto's special maki and the caterpillar roll
Drinks & Nightlife
Traditional English Pub. Great atmosphere, fantastic food. English phone booth in the pub. Fireplace and outdoor seating.
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The Red Lion Lincoln Square
4749 N Rockwell StTraditional English Pub. Great atmosphere, fantastic food. English phone booth in the pub. Fireplace and outdoor seating.
Fantastic whiskey pub with great food selection. Fireplace.
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The Grafton Pub & Grill
4530 N Lincoln AveFantastic whiskey pub with great food selection. Fireplace.
Huettenbar
4721 N Lincoln AveFavorite German bar. Authentic. Cozy. Many German beers on tap.
The Atlantic Bar & Grill
5062 North Lincoln AvenueCozy place in winter with grill.
Essentials
HarvesTime Foods
2632 W Lawrence AveFresh food and international selections galore
Gene's Sausage Shop and Delicatessen
4750 N Lincoln AveHigh end grocery. Roof top beer garden
Best grocery store in the city. Oyster bar, restaurants and bar inside grocery store.
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Mariano's
3358 W Touhy AveBest grocery store in the city. Oyster bar, restaurants and bar inside grocery store.
Everything Else
Indoor track, 2 indoor pools, steam rooms, sauna, on-site massage therapists, on-site acupuncturist, hot tubs...
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Galter LifeCenter
5157 N Francisco AveIndoor track, 2 indoor pools, steam rooms, sauna, on-site massage therapists, on-site acupuncturist, hot tubs...
Bike path along river goes from city to Botanic Gardens. 5 outdoor tennis courts, Olympic size outdoor pool, huge park, running path.
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River Park
5100 N Francisco AveBike path along river goes from city to Botanic Gardens. 5 outdoor tennis courts, Olympic size outdoor pool, huge park, running path.
Lincoln Square Farmers Market
4513 W Leland AveNew health club
Lincoln Square Lanes
4874 North Lincoln AvenueBowling alley and bar
Shopping
The Book Cellar
4736 N Lincoln AveBookstore with excellent selection and coffee/wine bar.
Walgreens
3646 North BroadwayPharmacy
Image Dry Cleaners 2
Dry cleaners
Arts & Culture
Live music from all over the world, dance school, music lessons of every kind.
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Old Town School of Folk Music
4544 N Lincoln AveLive music from all over the world, dance school, music lessons of every kind.
Davis Theater, Chicago
4614 N Lincoln AveMovie theater
Huge library with wide selection of books, music, and videos.
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Sulzer Regional Library, Chicago Public Library
4455 N Lincoln AveHuge library with wide selection of books, music, and videos.