Terrence’s guidebook
Neighborhood Food scene
These eateries are near the house, most are walking distance and are on delivery platforms. This list represents a few of the restaurants in Grand Crossing/Park Manor that I've patronized, there are several others visitors can explore.
Recommended: Walking distance and on delivery platforms. Good food, nice menu selection
Doughboy's Chicago
352 East 71st StreetRecommended: Walking distance and on delivery platforms. Good food, nice menu selection
Ace Pizza
27 East 71st StreetLocation is close by, good food, nice menu variety.
Lem's Bar-B-Q
311 E 75th StAuthentic Chicago Style Bar B Q
Kingfish Seafood is recommended for good food and ample portions.
https://kingfishseafood.com/
413 E 71st St
413 East 71st StreetKingfish Seafood is recommended for good food and ample portions.
https://kingfishseafood.com/
Fred and Jack's
7600 South Yale AvenueMy spot for Burritos. Good food and a variety of menu selections.
Original Soul Vegetarian
203 E 75th StNumber one vegetarian recommendation
China Express 中華快餐
4248 S Wentworth AveMy go-to Chinese restaurant.
Jerk Taco Man
7723 W Jackson BlvdSpicy Hot. Late night hours.
Front Yard Jerk Grille
Good food, close by, specialty Jerk menu items
Sunny Sub
380 East 71st Street24 hour fast food
Margarita's Pizzeria II
346 East 75th StreetAbove average pizza, good variety of menu selections.
Chicago's favorite chicken chain. There are several all over the city, this is the one I usually go to.
Harold's Chicken Shack #13
7318 South Vincennes AvenueChicago's favorite chicken chain. There are several all over the city, this is the one I usually go to.
The oldest continuously operating restaurant in Chicago. It couldn't last that long if it didn't serve good food.
22 locals recommend
Daley's Restaurant
6257 S Cottage Grove AveThe oldest continuously operating restaurant in Chicago. It couldn't last that long if it didn't serve good food.
Jerk 48
548 East 67th StreetThe most creative Jerk recipes in the area.
Chicago's Home of Chicken & Waffles
3947 S King DrNice menu selections
The Original Pancake House
1358 E 47th StGood breakfast spot.
Area Grocery Stores
Visitors staying for a long term can find everything they may need within a relatively close distance.
ALDI
6621 S Cottage Grove AveFull-Line grocery store.
Jewel-Osco
1224 S Wabash AveFull-Line grocery store with a pharmacy and liquor department.
Whole Foods Market
5118 S Lake Park AveFull-Line grocery store, national chain.
Trader Joe's
1528 E 55th StGrocery store, national chain.
Family Dollar
6540 S Pulaski RdConvenient location. Groceries, household items, beauty products.
ALDI
6621 S Cottage Grove AveFull-Line grocery store.
Binny's Beverage Depot
1240 E 47th StWide selection of beers, wines and liquors. Delivery available.
Wide selection of beers, wines and liquors. Delivery available.
11 locals recommend
Kimbark Beverage Shoppe
1214 E 53rd StWide selection of beers, wines and liquors. Delivery available.
Mariano's
2021 W Chicago AveFull-Line grocery store.
Jewel-Osco
1224 S Wabash AveFull-Line grocery, pharmacy, liquor, Open 24Hours
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Local Bars/Lounges
Sportsman Lounge
434 East 71st StreetClassic Chicago neighborhood bar
Fifty Yard Line
69 East 75th StreetSports bar/restaurant in Park Manor.
Annie Mae Cafe
441 East 71st StreetBar/restaurant walking distance from the house.
City advice
Getting around
CTA, E-way & rideshare are close, accessible, fast and easy
https://www.transitchicago.com/