Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Casual, nationwide chain for bubble tea - cash only, but everything tops out around $5. And all of the drinks can be customized!
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Kung Fu Tea
2126B S Archer AveCasual, nationwide chain for bubble tea - cash only, but everything tops out around $5. And all of the drinks can be customized!
Authentic Ethiopian restaurant with an expansive, shareable menu - and music on the weekends!
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Demera Restaurant
4801 N BroadwayAuthentic Ethiopian restaurant with an expansive, shareable menu - and music on the weekends!
Bambu
5010 N BroadwayThai fruit smoothies - right up the street!
Banh mi shop with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options - plus a small market with snacks!
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Ba Le Sandwich Shop
5014 N BroadwayBanh mi shop with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options - plus a small market with snacks!
Chiu Quon Bakery
1127 W Argyle StTraditional Chinese bakery with plenty of savories and sweets
Mexican breakfast place with great smoothies and a beautiful patio
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Tiztal Cafe
4631 N Clark StMexican breakfast place with great smoothies and a beautiful patio
Drinks & Nightlife
A Chicago jazz landmark - be prepared to pay the entrance fee!
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The Green Mill
4802 North BroadwayA Chicago jazz landmark - be prepared to pay the entrance fee!
Aragon Ballroom
1106 W Lawrence AveRiviera Theatre
4746 North Racine AvenueShopping
Truly a unique store - purveyor of plants you can't find anywhere else, gorgeous pots and vases, crystals, even tableware - don't pass this place up!
Q Ideas
1134 W Argyle StTruly a unique store - purveyor of plants you can't find anywhere else, gorgeous pots and vases, crystals, even tableware - don't pass this place up!
Essentials
Park to shop Supermarket
4879 N BroadwayGetting Around
Lawrence Red Line Station
Parks & Nature
Montrose Beach
Chase Park
4701 N Ashland AveSizable city park with an outdoor pool
Arts & Culture
The Haïtian American Museum
4410 N Racine Ave