Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Serves Chicago's Dark Matter coffee only
135 locals recommend
Star Lounge Coffee Bar (Dark Matter Coffee)
2521 W Chicago AveServes Chicago's Dark Matter coffee only
Feed
2803 W Chicago AveAmazing home cooked Soul Food
Leghorn Chicken
fried chicken goodness (aka. crack)
Uncle Mike's Place
1700 W Grand Aveanother Gem for brunch, Filipino
BoeufHaus
1012 N Western AveNew experimental culinary restaurant
Aussies own this Chicago brunch eats place, vegetarian's love gorging here
75 locals recommend
Flying Saucer
1123 N California AveAussies own this Chicago brunch eats place, vegetarian's love gorging here
Any guest who wants Ramen, I tell them to go here. They make the noodles from scratch in house. I also used to work here.
48 locals recommend
Oiistar
1385 N Milwaukee AveAny guest who wants Ramen, I tell them to go here. They make the noodles from scratch in house. I also used to work here.
Bite Cafe
1039 N Western AveHip Brunch
Functional eatery whipping up hearty Asian fusion grub in straightforward digs with communal tables.
36 locals recommend
Urbanbelly
1542 N Damen AveFunctional eatery whipping up hearty Asian fusion grub in straightforward digs with communal tables.
JJ Thai Street Food
1715 W Chicago AveCan't get anymore authentic Thai with this spot
Shopping
Village Discount Outlet Store 03
2032 N Milwaukee Aveexcellent thrift finds
Tommy's Guitars & Trading Posts
2548 W Chicago Avemom and pop's style music store/thrift finds
Komoda
2559 W Chicago AveUnique to Chicago gifts/souvenirs
KASIA'S DELI, INC.
2101 W Chicago AveAmazing Russian deli and grocer, get the perogies!
Drinks & Nightlife
indulge in a their expansive wine and cider selection. I don't care what anyone says, this is the best comfort food in Chicago!
173 locals recommend
Rootstock Wine & Beer Bar
954 North California Avenueindulge in a their expansive wine and cider selection. I don't care what anyone says, this is the best comfort food in Chicago!
The Empty Bottle
1035 N Western Avefamous chicago venue for local and indie music
KAI ZAN
2557 W Chicago AveBest sushi gem in Chicago $$$
amazing handcrafted cocktails, dj's spinning 45's, cool vibe scene (no sports here)
116 locals recommend
Sportsman's Club
948 N Western Aveamazing handcrafted cocktails, dj's spinning 45's, cool vibe scene (no sports here)
Rainbo Club
1150 N Damen AveBar that's hardly changed since the Chicago sixties.
The Beetle Bar and Grill
2532 West Chicago Avenue1$ Taco Tuesdays
Cozy, dark haunt serving sophisticated American fare & classic cocktails from a mirror-backed bar.
8 locals recommend
Bar Marta
2700 West Chicago AvenueCozy, dark haunt serving sophisticated American fare & classic cocktails from a mirror-backed bar.
Pequod's Pizza
2207 North Clybourn AvenueOur pick for the best Chicago Deep Dish on the planet.
Everything Else
Puerto Rico Food & Liquors
2559 W Augusta Blvdone of Chicago's best storefront liquor stores
CVS
2427 W Chicago Ave24 hours anything you need
Humboldt Park
1400 N Humboldt DrBeautiful park with a lagoon!
The California Clipper
1002 North California AvenueNewly remodeled with dramatic red lighting, beautiful bar
These exotic plants and gardens are not to be missed, magical place to be all year round
258 locals recommend
Garfield Park Conservatory
300 N Central Park AveThese exotic plants and gardens are not to be missed, magical place to be all year round
Old fashioned pie and egg cremes soda shop, can't go wrong here
78 locals recommend
Spinning J Bakery and Soda Fountain
1000 N California AveOld fashioned pie and egg cremes soda shop, can't go wrong here
Tabb's Food & Liquor
2600 W Chicago AveGreat neighborhood liquor store. Has the best selection.
Ruth & Phils Gourmet Ice Cream
2636 W Chicago AveBest Made-in-Store Gourmet Sorbet and Ice Cream
Essentials
Mariano's
2021 W Chicago AveBomb grocery spot, in between a Jewel and a Whole Foods