Guidebook for Chicago

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Guidebook for Chicago

Food Scene

This is a NYT reviewed restaurant. It's amazingly intimate, friendly and DELICIOUS! Head to the Sportsmen's Club down the block for a drink ahead of your reservation!
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BoeufHaus
1012 N Western Ave
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This is a NYT reviewed restaurant. It's amazingly intimate, friendly and DELICIOUS! Head to the Sportsmen's Club down the block for a drink ahead of your reservation!
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Caffè Streets
1750 W Division St
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Modern Filipino concept with very good breakfasts, lunches and Michelin Starchef Genie Kwon baker. WOW. Great coffee, tea. Opens at 9a. About 1 minute walk.
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Kasama
1001 North Winchester Avenue
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Modern Filipino concept with very good breakfasts, lunches and Michelin Starchef Genie Kwon baker. WOW. Great coffee, tea. Opens at 9a. About 1 minute walk.
ENTRANCE IN THE ALLEY OFF CORTEZ ST. Oh, my. So, so good. OPENED IN THE SUMMER OF 2020, PIZZA FRIENDLY PIZZA IS A ROCK INSPIRED CASUAL NEIGHBORHOOD EATERY16” ON CENTER AND CHEF NOAH SANDOVALOFORIOLE, KUMIKO, AND KIKKO. THE MENU FEATURES SICILIAN-STYLE PAN PIZZAS AVAILABLE BY THE SLICE OR WHOLE PIE, SPECIALTY SANDWICHES, AND SIDE DISHES ALL MADE WITH LOCALLY SOURCED, SEASONAL INGREDIENTS. WE'RE A LAID-BACK NEIGHBORHOOD SPOT, AND WE'RE CURRENTLYOPEN FOR LIMITED PATIO SEATING AND A WALK-UP WINDOW WHERE GUESTS CAN PICK UPCARRYOUTORDERS OR GRAB A SLICE OF PIZZATO-GO.
Pizza Friendly Pizza
1039 N Western Ave
ENTRANCE IN THE ALLEY OFF CORTEZ ST. Oh, my. So, so good. OPENED IN THE SUMMER OF 2020, PIZZA FRIENDLY PIZZA IS A ROCK INSPIRED CASUAL NEIGHBORHOOD EATERY16” ON CENTER AND CHEF NOAH SANDOVALOFORIOLE, KUMIKO, AND KIKKO. THE MENU FEATURES SICILIAN-STYLE PAN PIZZAS AVAILABLE BY THE SLICE OR WHOLE PIE, SPECIALTY SANDWICHES, AND SIDE DISHES ALL MADE WITH LOCALLY SOURCED, SEASONAL INGREDIENTS. WE'RE A LAID-BACK NEIGHBORHOOD SPOT, AND WE'RE CURRENTLYOPEN FOR LIMITED PATIO SEATING AND A WALK-UP WINDOW WHERE GUESTS CAN PICK UPCARRYOUTORDERS OR GRAB A SLICE OF PIZZATO-GO.
You just might think you’re dining in Madrid at this lush Spanish restaurant. Have a glass of Sherry on the patio and even take home some imported and house-made conservas from their gourmet market. Make sure you check out Bordel—their second-floor cocktail bar and cabaret!
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Mama Delia
1721 West Division Street
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You just might think you’re dining in Madrid at this lush Spanish restaurant. Have a glass of Sherry on the patio and even take home some imported and house-made conservas from their gourmet market. Make sure you check out Bordel—their second-floor cocktail bar and cabaret!
We love this place! It’s a mid-tier, casual Italian restaurant with a GREAT outside dining area during summertime (in the back of the street) Full bar.
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Enoteca Roma
2146 W Division St
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We love this place! It’s a mid-tier, casual Italian restaurant with a GREAT outside dining area during summertime (in the back of the street) Full bar.
Intimate, authentic, amazing. Make a reservation. A little Pricier. Great outdoor area in the summer. Order the sage-butter gnocchi!
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a tavola
2148 W Chicago Ave
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Intimate, authentic, amazing. Make a reservation. A little Pricier. Great outdoor area in the summer. Order the sage-butter gnocchi!
As Chicago’s first botanic brewery, Forbidden Root is the place to go if you want to explore a flight of unusual and delightful brews. Try some exciting flavors are take a growler to-go!
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Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
1746 West Chicago Avenue
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As Chicago’s first botanic brewery, Forbidden Root is the place to go if you want to explore a flight of unusual and delightful brews. Try some exciting flavors are take a growler to-go!
Sit outside on their spacious patio. Enjoy a few margaritas and some tacos. Ifit’s a sunny day – this is the place to be! Order tacos, guac.
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Big Star
1531 N Damen Ave
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Sit outside on their spacious patio. Enjoy a few margaritas and some tacos. Ifit’s a sunny day – this is the place to be! Order tacos, guac.
Great spot to explore creative American brunch cuisine! Have a cup of coffeeand try some chicken and waffles in a clean modern atmosphere.
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Yolk - Wicker Park
1819 W Division St
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Great spot to explore creative American brunch cuisine! Have a cup of coffeeand try some chicken and waffles in a clean modern atmosphere.
One of the newest additions to Division Street! Come here for a handmade pasta and casual dining experience. We pick up fresh pasta and sauce and heat it up at home and enjoy. Can also do take out.
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Tortello
1746 W Division St
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One of the newest additions to Division Street! Come here for a handmade pasta and casual dining experience. We pick up fresh pasta and sauce and heat it up at home and enjoy. Can also do take out.
If you come to Chicago and don’t eat a Chicago Dog, we’re you even in Chicago? Luckily for you, Fatso’s is right down the street. Make this hole-in-the-wall a destination or stumble upon it late-night after a fun night out!
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Fatso's Last Stand
2258 W Chicago Ave
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If you come to Chicago and don’t eat a Chicago Dog, we’re you even in Chicago? Luckily for you, Fatso’s is right down the street. Make this hole-in-the-wall a destination or stumble upon it late-night after a fun night out!
Don’t’ forget dessert! You will keep coming back to Black Dog Gelato to try each of their unique, gourmet flavors. Dairy and gluten free options will ensure every sweet tooth is satisfied.
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Blue Frog Bar & Grill
676 N LaSalle Dr
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Don’t’ forget dessert! You will keep coming back to Black Dog Gelato to try each of their unique, gourmet flavors. Dairy and gluten free options will ensure every sweet tooth is satisfied.

Drinks & Nightlife

Amazing, James Beard Award winning cocktail speak-easy. You will enter a world (if you can find the door - find the mural across from Big Star) unlike any other. At once peaceful and exciting.
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The Violet Hour
1520 N Damen Ave
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Amazing, James Beard Award winning cocktail speak-easy. You will enter a world (if you can find the door - find the mural across from Big Star) unlike any other. At once peaceful and exciting.
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Philz Coffee
1640 W Division St
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Ol’ Chicago dive bar with music. Go have fun! Meet people!
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Phyllis Musical Inn
1800 W Division St
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Ol’ Chicago dive bar with music. Go have fun! Meet people!
This saloon-styled, craft cocktail bar is a must try for gin, rum, and scotch aficionados. With its dark wood, cozy interior, Queen Mary is the perfect nightcap to any night out on Division street.
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Queen Mary
2125 W Division St
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This saloon-styled, craft cocktail bar is a must try for gin, rum, and scotch aficionados. With its dark wood, cozy interior, Queen Mary is the perfect nightcap to any night out on Division street.
Pub-style beer and cocktail spot (now with to-go drinks). Their sausages make a good bar snack while you enjoy a drink on the patio.
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Bangers and Lace
1670 W Division St
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Pub-style beer and cocktail spot (now with to-go drinks). Their sausages make a good bar snack while you enjoy a drink on the patio.

Arts & Leisure

Ukranian Institute offer awesome, curated collections. Also, check out the speaker lists.
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Ukranian Institute of Modern Art
2320 W Chicago Ave
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Ukranian Institute offer awesome, curated collections. Also, check out the speaker lists.
AKA The Bloomingdale Trail—this 2.7 mile long, elevated trail is quite literallythe scenic route. Whether you’re traveling by bike, blades, or even baby carriage—you’ll enjoy the landscaping and art installations along with historic Chicago greenway.
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The 606
1805 North Ridgeway Avenue
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AKA The Bloomingdale Trail—this 2.7 mile long, elevated trail is quite literallythe scenic route. Whether you’re traveling by bike, blades, or even baby carriage—you’ll enjoy the landscaping and art installations along with historic Chicago greenway.
Swan Boats at Humboldt Park 1301 North Humboldt Drive What’s a more blissful afternoon than paddling around in the Humboldt Lagoon on a Swan Boat?
Wheel Fun Rentals - Humboldt Park
1301 N Humboldt Dr
Swan Boats at Humboldt Park 1301 North Humboldt Drive What’s a more blissful afternoon than paddling around in the Humboldt Lagoon on a Swan Boat?
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Cloud Gate
201 E Randolph St
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Essentials

Walkable as long as you don't have heavy, heavy bags. Or maybe you are tougher than I am! :)
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Mariano's
2021 W Chicago Ave
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Walkable as long as you don't have heavy, heavy bags. Or maybe you are tougher than I am! :)
Pick up a great hostess gift, grab an espresso or just relax. This is a modern shop catering to life on the go!
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Foxtrot Market
1722 W Division St
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Pick up a great hostess gift, grab an espresso or just relax. This is a modern shop catering to life on the go!
Walkable along Davison- perfect for all your everyday essentials
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Target
2901 S Cicero Ave
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Walkable along Davison- perfect for all your everyday essentials

Getting Around

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Milwaukee & Division station
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