Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Lula Cafe
2537 N Kedzie BlvdOne of the best brunch places in Chicago
Brews Metropolis coffee and has a quiet cozy interior for studying/getting work done..
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Brew Brew Coffee & Tea
3832 W Diversey AveBrews Metropolis coffee and has a quiet cozy interior for studying/getting work done..
Yusho
2853 North Kedzie AvenueGreat drinks, and artful japanese cuisine. edgy, artful interior.
Portuguese meets Chinese. This fun restaurant is always packed and has great food.
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Fat Rice
2957 W Diversey AvePortuguese meets Chinese. This fun restaurant is always packed and has great food.
Bagles by day, pizza by night. This cash only place is casual and awesome.
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Reno
2607 N Milwaukee AveBagles by day, pizza by night. This cash only place is casual and awesome.
The Spice Fusion Thai & Japanese Cuisine
Cheap, good thai. Sushi too.
The best Mexican food in Chicago. Chef used to work for Rick Bayless. Super cheap, always fresh, always packed. You just have to eat here.
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L' Patron
3749 W Fullerton AveThe best Mexican food in Chicago. Chef used to work for Rick Bayless. Super cheap, always fresh, always packed. You just have to eat here.
Masa Azul
2901 W Diversey AveBest Tequila selection in the city.
Quaint farm to table brunch spot is simple food that is artful and just beautiful.
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Cellar Door Provisions
3025 W Diversey AveQuaint farm to table brunch spot is simple food that is artful and just beautiful.
Parts & Labor
2700 North Milwaukee Avenue$10 for burger, fries and beer. There is always room.
Giordano's
5311 S Blackstone AveDeep dish pizza.
La Farine Bakery & Cafe
2909 North Milwaukee Avenuegood bakery nearby with lunch options.
Dunkin'
2565 W Fullerton AveSon of a Butcher by WHISK
2934 W Diversey AveGreat place for dinner / cocktails
Hopewell Brewing Company
2760 N Milwaukee Avelocal brewery with great selections
Gaslight Coffee Roasters
2385 N Milwaukee Avegreat atmosphere and stellar coffee
Buona Terra
3608 N California AveGreat italian joint with extensive wine list
The General
2528 North California Avenuetrendy taqueria with live music and great drinks
Drinks & Nightlife
Longman & Eagle
2657 N Kedzie AveMichelin Start restaurant with fantastic food & cocktails.
James Beard Award winning Paul McGee's latest tiki bar, with amazing tropical drinks and lots of available street parking.
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Lost Lake
3154 W Diversey AveJames Beard Award winning Paul McGee's latest tiki bar, with amazing tropical drinks and lots of available street parking.
Logan Arcade
2410 W Fullerton Avebar + arcade.
Moe's Tavern
2937 N Milwaukee Avegood dive bar (simpson's themed)...no pretension here.
Arts & Culture
Beautiful classic movie theater with newly released movies for just $6.
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The Logan Theatre
2646 N Milwaukee AveBeautiful classic movie theater with newly released movies for just $6.
Fireside Bowl
2646 W Fullerton Aveclassic bowling alley has been in the city for decades.
Entertainment & Activities
Indoor pool, field house, basketball, tennis courts, turf soccer field, baseball field, all free and open to the public!
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Kosciuszko Park
2732 N Avers AveIndoor pool, field house, basketball, tennis courts, turf soccer field, baseball field, all free and open to the public!
Shopping
Walgreens
4801 N Lincoln Avefriendly.
Essentials
ALDI
2431 W Montrose AveNearby, good prices.
Tony's Fresh Market
3607 W Fullerton AveIt's a grocery store.
Joong Boo Market
3333 N Kimball AveAwesome Korean Market with a restaurant inside.
Target
4466 N BroadwayEverything Else
Mobil
2550 N Pulaski RdThe cheapest gas in the neighborhood. Weekly discount price on Sundays!