Guidebook for Chicago
Getting Around
Kimball
Brown Line 'L' Train Station to Downtown
Food Scene
Casual spot offering Latin American dishes, including Peruvian-style rotisserie chicken.
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D'Candela Restaurant
3449 W Irving Park RdCasual spot offering Latin American dishes, including Peruvian-style rotisserie chicken.
Relaxed neighborhood watering hole serving up classic pub fare like pizzas, burgers & crab cakes.
Brisku's Bistro & Bar
4100 North Kedzie AvenueRelaxed neighborhood watering hole serving up classic pub fare like pizzas, burgers & crab cakes.
Seasonal American cooking with global influences served in a small, intimate brick-walled space.
HQ Howard Quintero
Seasonal American cooking with global influences served in a small, intimate brick-walled space.
Casual yet modern counter-serve stop for American & Asian BBQ & comfort foods with limited seating.
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Smalls
4009 North Albany AvenueCasual yet modern counter-serve stop for American & Asian BBQ & comfort foods with limited seating.
Serbian cafe & market for sweet & savory fare from the old country in a casual, tin-ceilinged space.
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Cafe Beograd
2933-39 W Irving Park RdSerbian cafe & market for sweet & savory fare from the old country in a casual, tin-ceilinged space.
Rustic bar featuring BBQ eats, an extensive whiskey & bourbon menu, & TVs for watching the game.
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Pitchfork Food & Saloon
2922 W Irving Park RdRustic bar featuring BBQ eats, an extensive whiskey & bourbon menu, & TVs for watching the game.
Old-school Italian fare served in a retro supper-club setting with live piano music on weekends.
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Sabatino's Restaurant Chicago
4441 West Irving Park RoadOld-school Italian fare served in a retro supper-club setting with live piano music on weekends.
Farm-to-table American fare & an extensive wine list served in a chic bistro with an open kitchen.
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Bread & Wine
Farm-to-table American fare & an extensive wine list served in a chic bistro with an open kitchen.
Counter-serve cash-only spot serving a variety of sushi & take-out party trays in a no-frills space.
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Lawrence Fish Market
3920 West Lawrence AvenueCounter-serve cash-only spot serving a variety of sushi & take-out party trays in a no-frills space.
Casual eatery serving a Persian menu inspired by family recipes including grilled kebabs & wraps.
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Noon O Kabab
4701 N Kedzie AveCasual eatery serving a Persian menu inspired by family recipes including grilled kebabs & wraps.
Drinks & Nightlife
Neighborhood watering hole serving Australian wines & cocktails plus draft beers in modest environs.
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Templestowe Pub Chicago
3135 W Montrose AveNeighborhood watering hole serving Australian wines & cocktails plus draft beers in modest environs.
Casual, family-owned spot serving pizza by the pie or slice plus other Italian fare since 1962.
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Angelo's Wine Bar
3026 W Montrose AveCasual, family-owned spot serving pizza by the pie or slice plus other Italian fare since 1962.
Coffee Favorites
Espresso drinks, tostadas, baked goods & more in relaxed art-filled digs with occasional live music.
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Cafe Urbano
4176 N Elston AveEspresso drinks, tostadas, baked goods & more in relaxed art-filled digs with occasional live music.
Quick bite coffee shop with fast service and a familiar menu served by friendly staff.
Lucky Charm Cafe
3600 Irving Park RdQuick bite coffee shop with fast service and a familiar menu served by friendly staff.
Grocery Essentials
3432 W Irving Park Rd
3432 Irving Park RoadGreen Valley Grocery
Local grocery chain with a wide selection, organic products, and fresh produce
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Jewel-Osco
4729 N Central AveLocal grocery chain with a wide selection, organic products, and fresh produce