Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
The freshest takeaway sushi in the city. Cash only and very affordable.
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Lawrence Fish Market
3920 West Lawrence AvenueThe freshest takeaway sushi in the city. Cash only and very affordable.
Taste of Thai Town
4461 N Pulaski RdIt's authentic and supports the community.
Absolutely the best yakiniku/izakaya in the city.
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Chicago Kalbi Korean BBQ
3752 W Lawrence AveAbsolutely the best yakiniku/izakaya in the city.
It's so convenient! Order online and pop across the street to pick up your food within 30 minutes. Food is cooked to order and they have a great selection of dishes.
Noodles Party
4205 W Lawrence AveIt's so convenient! Order online and pop across the street to pick up your food within 30 minutes. Food is cooked to order and they have a great selection of dishes.
ROJO GUSANO
3830 W Lawrence AveFresh, delicious small plates and cocktails
aka Asian Village - a plethora of authentic Vietnamese, Cambodian, Thai, and Chinese eateries, grocery stores, and other shops
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Argyle station
aka Asian Village - a plethora of authentic Vietnamese, Cambodian, Thai, and Chinese eateries, grocery stores, and other shops
Charming and easy, with consistently great food and baked goods.
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Cafe Selmarie
4729 N Lincoln AveCharming and easy, with consistently great food and baked goods.
Anthony Bourdain-approved cash only Mexican joint. Always satisfies
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Taqueria El Asadero - Chicago
2213 W Montrose AveAnthony Bourdain-approved cash only Mexican joint. Always satisfies
Outdoor Cafe
3257 W Bryn Mawr AveTre Kronor
3258 W Foster AveAuthentically Swedish
Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits Ravenswood
4947 N Damen Avem.henry
5707 N Clark Stbest brunch on the north side
Parks & Nature
Gompers Park Lagoon
It's so close and so peaceful!
Valley Line Trail (Skokie Line Trail)
Valley Line Trail (Skokie Line Trail)North Park Village Nature Center
5801 N Pulaski RdBeautiful architecture
Getting Around
Connects trains, buses, and Metra light rail. Gets you to O'Hare airport in approx. 20 minutes.
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Jefferson CTA "L" Park Blue Line
4917 N Milwaukee AveConnects trains, buses, and Metra light rail. Gets you to O'Hare airport in approx. 20 minutes.
Terminus of the Brown line loop train. Runs slowly compared to subway trains, but it's a pleasant ride.
Lawrence & Kimball station
Terminus of the Brown line loop train. Runs slowly compared to subway trains, but it's a pleasant ride.
30 minute walk or 10 minute bike ride from my house. The blue line takes 30 minutes to get downtown during rush hour.
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Montrose Blue Line Station
30 minute walk or 10 minute bike ride from my house. The blue line takes 30 minutes to get downtown during rush hour.
Drinks & Nightlife
A local hangout with authentic food and a large selection of local and imported spirits.
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Marie's Pizza & Liquors
4129 W Lawrence AveA local hangout with authentic food and a large selection of local and imported spirits.
Late Bar
3534 W Belmont AveGreat theme nights focusing on New Wave, Britpop, etc.
Aragon Ballroom
1106 W Lawrence AveA Chicago classic
Театр Рив'єра
4746 North Racine AvenueAnother Chicago classic
The closest taste of Chicago's booming brewery scene
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Old Irving Brewing Co.
4419 W Montrose AveThe closest taste of Chicago's booming brewery scene
Alarmist Brewing & Taproom
4055 West Peterson AvenueAnother local spot with a lot of great buzz
Arts & Culture
Ed Paschke Art Center
5415 W Higgins AveFree and accessible
Portage Theater
4050 N Milwaukee AveCopernicus Center
5216 W Lawrence AveHosts local events, including a Farmer's Market
Irish American Heritage Center
4626 N Knox AveShopping
Sweden Shop
3304 W Foster AveAmazing selection of kitchenware, stationary, fabric, books, etc. from Scandinavia
The epicenter of Little India, with every type of restaurant and shop you'd find back in the old country.
Devon & California station
The epicenter of Little India, with every type of restaurant and shop you'd find back in the old country.
Upscale but still very local, with great vintage shops, gourmet food, and nightlife
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Andersonville
Upscale but still very local, with great vintage shops, gourmet food, and nightlife
The Book Cellar
4736 N Lincoln AveGreat selection and a fine cafe