Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Wonderful casual cafe that is fantastic for brunch and dinner. In warmer months there is outdoor seating close to the Lincoln Square fountain.
93 locals recommend
Cafe Selmarie
4729 N Lincoln AveWonderful casual cafe that is fantastic for brunch and dinner. In warmer months there is outdoor seating close to the Lincoln Square fountain.
Lovely BYO pizza and pasta restaurant that offers outdoor seating in warmer months.
17 locals recommend
Pizza Art Cafe
4658 N Rockwell StLovely BYO pizza and pasta restaurant that offers outdoor seating in warmer months.
Great locally-owned coffee spot that is conveniently located next to the Rockwell el stop. They also have amazing croissants and egg sandwiches.
39 locals recommend
Beans & Bagels
2601 W Leland AveGreat locally-owned coffee spot that is conveniently located next to the Rockwell el stop. They also have amazing croissants and egg sandwiches.
Delicious pho and Vietnamese options at reasonable prices. The restaurant is BYO but they also offer takeout.
9 locals recommend
LC Pho Restaurant
2739 W Lawrence AveDelicious pho and Vietnamese options at reasonable prices. The restaurant is BYO but they also offer takeout.
Garcia's Restaurant
4760 N Lincoln AveSolid Mexican food in a vibrant restaurant.
Good basic American food with a nice beer list plus outdoor seating. This is located close to the Rockwell el stop.
28 locals recommend
Rockwell's Neighborhood Grill
4632 N Rockwell StGood basic American food with a nice beer list plus outdoor seating. This is located close to the Rockwell el stop.
For a 'nicer' night out, this is a great spot. Delicious pasta- and on Wednesdays bottles are half off!!
12 locals recommend
DueLire Vino & Cucina
4520 N Lincoln AveFor a 'nicer' night out, this is a great spot. Delicious pasta- and on Wednesdays bottles are half off!!
An upscale restaurant with fantastic food and service. The outdoor back patio is a gem.
67 locals recommend
Gather
4539 N Lincoln AveAn upscale restaurant with fantastic food and service. The outdoor back patio is a gem.
Delicious pizza and a strong beer list! But beware- it's quite popular and there can be a wait. And it's known for having lots of children running around. Because apparently children love pizza and their parents love beer.
126 locals recommend
Roots Handmade Pizza
1924 W Chicago AveDelicious pizza and a strong beer list! But beware- it's quite popular and there can be a wait. And it's known for having lots of children running around. Because apparently children love pizza and their parents love beer.
Dunkin'
2565 W Fullerton AveUnbelievable sandwich menu, huge selection of beer, and outdoor seating near a fountain!!
36 locals recommend
Jerry's Sandwiches
4739 N Lincoln AveUnbelievable sandwich menu, huge selection of beer, and outdoor seating near a fountain!!
Phenomenal breakfasts- I'm hungry just thinking about it!
35 locals recommend
Bryn Mawr Breakfast Club
3348 W Bryn Mawr AvePhenomenal breakfasts- I'm hungry just thinking about it!
Essentials
Best local grocery!! Harvestime has fantastic produce at reasonable prices. Don't pass up their homemade guacamole!
46 locals recommend
HarvesTime Foods
2632 W Lawrence AveBest local grocery!! Harvestime has fantastic produce at reasonable prices. Don't pass up their homemade guacamole!
Everything Else
The Book Cellar
4736 N Lincoln AveA combination book store and wine bar= the best of everything!
A fantastic German-themed butcher and market, plus a rooftop beer garden! Take the elevator up to the roof for delicious German specialties and unique beer selections- not to mention an amazing view!
91 locals recommend
Gene's Sausage Shop and Delicatessen
4750 N Lincoln AveA fantastic German-themed butcher and market, plus a rooftop beer garden! Take the elevator up to the roof for delicious German specialties and unique beer selections- not to mention an amazing view!
River Park
5100 N Francisco AveLovely large park with a great path leading along the Chicago Channel.
Beautiful park with a playground, running track, tennis courts, fields, and pathways.
65 locals recommend
Winnemac Park
5100 N Leavitt StBeautiful park with a playground, running track, tennis courts, fields, and pathways.
United States Postal Service
2339 N California AvePost office for any mailing needs.
The happiest place in Chicago.
28 locals recommend
Montrose Dog Beach - Dog Friendly Area - Temporarily Closed
West Wilson DriveThe happiest place in Chicago.
Shopping
A true gem in the neighborhood featuring apothecary and bath items from all around the world. The customer service is wonderful.
52 locals recommend
Merz Apothecary
4716 N Lincoln AveA true gem in the neighborhood featuring apothecary and bath items from all around the world. The customer service is wonderful.
Walgreens
4801 N Lincoln AveFor all of your drugstore needs.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cute bar known for hosting soccer viewing matches- and a friendly staff.
11 locals recommend
The Atlantic Bar & Grill
5062 North Lincoln AvenueCute bar known for hosting soccer viewing matches- and a friendly staff.
Hidden Cove
5336 N Lincoln AveA dive bar out of central casting with a super-fun karaoke crowd.
Arts & Culture
Simply a must. Don't pass the Thorne Miniature Rooms without a visit- they are exquisite.
1159 locals recommend
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveSimply a must. Don't pass the Thorne Miniature Rooms without a visit- they are exquisite.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StSightseeing
Just the perfect place to walk around! The antique and home design stores are phenomenal- as are the restaurants.
154 locals recommend
Andersonville
Just the perfect place to walk around! The antique and home design stores are phenomenal- as are the restaurants.
Just a gorgeous park that is fun for all ages. I especially love Crown Fountain on a hot summer day.
1243 locals recommend
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StJust a gorgeous park that is fun for all ages. I especially love Crown Fountain on a hot summer day.