Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
New, trendy, fun restaurant with a California decor and feel
117 locals recommend
Summer House Santa Monica
1954 N Halsted StNew, trendy, fun restaurant with a California decor and feel
Thin crust, gourmet-style pizzeria and bar that's connected to Summer House.
20 locals recommend
Stella Barra Pizzeria & Wine Bar
1954 N Halsted StThin crust, gourmet-style pizzeria and bar that's connected to Summer House.
toast
2046 N Damen AveOne of the best brunches in Chicago. Expect a wait on the weekends.
Taco Joint
1969 N Halsted StGood, casual mexican place closeby.
One of the best old school Chicago rib joints. Has been around since the Frank Sinatra days. Great beer selection too.
71 locals recommend
Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern
1655 North Sedgwick StreetOne of the best old school Chicago rib joints. Has been around since the Frank Sinatra days. Great beer selection too.
Drinks & Nightlife
Gastropub style bar/restaurant at the end of my street. Gets pretty crowded on weekends. Also has great brunch without the wait.
33 locals recommend
Old Town Social
455 West North AvenueGastropub style bar/restaurant at the end of my street. Gets pretty crowded on weekends. Also has great brunch without the wait.
English-style pub with pretty decent food. Good outdoor patio in the summer.
15 locals recommend
Corcoran's Grill & Pub
1615 N Wells StEnglish-style pub with pretty decent food. Good outdoor patio in the summer.
Essentials
Treasure Island Foods
1639 N Wells StNearby grocery store.