Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Sushi Taku
1904 W Division StAll you can eat sushi spot. New, popular and large
Ruxbin
851 North Ashland AvenueHigher end but always delicious, literally around the corner
Amazing Tacos, Queso fundito and Margaritas. Awesome patio but is very popular so go early or expect a wait.
1176 locals recommend
Big Star
1531 N Damen AveAmazing Tacos, Queso fundito and Margaritas. Awesome patio but is very popular so go early or expect a wait.
Scone City
1632 W Division StDelicious quick breakfast spot
Drinks & Nightlife
Divey bar in the neighborhood, secluded patio, ping pong and a vibe that makes you feel like you are drinking beers in grandmas basement. Close to walk to other things if you want to pop in and check it out without committing to a full night there.
63 locals recommend
Happy Village
1059 N Wolcott AveDivey bar in the neighborhood, secluded patio, ping pong and a vibe that makes you feel like you are drinking beers in grandmas basement. Close to walk to other things if you want to pop in and check it out without committing to a full night there.
Local brewery with great decor and a small but tasty menu
87 locals recommend
Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
1746 W Chicago AveLocal brewery with great decor and a small but tasty menu
The Fifty/50
2047 W Division StSports bar and the best chicken wings I have ever had.
The Violet Hour
1520 N Damen AveTrendy, upscale, cocktail lounge
Parlor Pizza Bar Wicker Park
1824 W Division StGreat pizza, drinks and craft bar...AMAZING Patio
Parks & Nature
Great park with a playground for kids, indoor pool, and baseball diamonds.
6 locals recommend
Eckhart Park Pool (Indoor)
1330 W Chicago AveGreat park with a playground for kids, indoor pool, and baseball diamonds.
A small Sunday Farmers Market...make sure to get a pie from Elsie Mae's and eat it straight away. You can stop by Stans for a donut before or hit Big Star for a taco after.
371 locals recommend
Wicker Park
1425 N Damen AveA small Sunday Farmers Market...make sure to get a pie from Elsie Mae's and eat it straight away. You can stop by Stans for a donut before or hit Big Star for a taco after.
Shopping
Pick up some locally roasted coffee to take home.
53 locals recommend
Intelligentsia Coffee Wicker Park Coffeebar
1609 W Division StPick up some locally roasted coffee to take home.
Essentials
Jewel-Osco
3531 N BroadwayAugusta & Ashland Cleaners
1610 W Augusta BlvdSaad Mini Mart
955 North Ashland AvenueLush Wine & Spirits
1412 W Chicago AveCVS
771 N Ogden AveEntertainment & Activities
When you just want to kick back and see a show, do it here since every theater has recliner seats. Tuesdays are the cheap day to catch the latest blockbuster
59 locals recommend
Regal Webster Place
1471 W Webster AveWhen you just want to kick back and see a show, do it here since every theater has recliner seats. Tuesdays are the cheap day to catch the latest blockbuster