Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Great pastries & coffee in the morning, lunch in the afternoon, and dinner at night. If it is nice you have to check out their patio.
52 locals recommend
Letizia's Natural Bakery
2144 W Division StGreat pastries & coffee in the morning, lunch in the afternoon, and dinner at night. If it is nice you have to check out their patio.
Seriously good pasta, great wine list, and wonderful service.
14 locals recommend
Nando Milano Trattoria
Seriously good pasta, great wine list, and wonderful service.
Great tacos and burritos no matter what time of day (or night) it is.
13 locals recommend
Picante Taqueria
2016 W Division StGreat tacos and burritos no matter what time of day (or night) it is.
Folklore | Argentine Restaurant
2100 W Division StGreat cocktails and live music.
Big Star
1531 N Damen AveCool scene, strong drinks, cheap tacos.
Smoke Daddy BBQ - Wicker Park
1804 W Division StBBQ, Bloody Marys, live music.
Caffè Streets
1750 W Division StBest coffee in the city.
Wicker Basket Cafe
907 N Damen AveGood place to grab a bite before heading out for the day.
Seadog Sushi Bar
3344 1500 W Division StBYOB sushi.
Mirai Sushi
990 W Division StFancy sushi.
Ramen Wasabi
2101 N Milwaukee AveBest ramen in the city.
Lula Cafe
2537 N Kedzie BlvdWonderful at anytime, but great for brunch
Bongo Room
1470 N Milwaukee AveCrazy pancakes. I would recommend going with a half order.
Really good coffee. Great spot for a pick-me-up while you are out shopping in Bucktown.
26 locals recommend
Buzz Killer Espresso
Really good coffee. Great spot for a pick-me-up while you are out shopping in Bucktown.
Jerry's Sandwiches
4739 N Lincoln AveGreat selection of sandwiches, beer and whiskey.
Shopping
This store sells fun items to take home with you after your stay in Chicago.
10 locals recommend
One Strange Bird
2124 W Division StThis store sells fun items to take home with you after your stay in Chicago.
Great selection of wines by the bottle and glass. Cheese plates available as well as small batch liquors and beers.
12 locals recommend
Joe's Wine Cellar
2108 W Division StGreat selection of wines by the bottle and glass. Cheese plates available as well as small batch liquors and beers.
Penelope's
1913 W Division StGreat local boutique.
Una Mae's
1528 N Milwaukee AveGreat local boutique.
Beadniks
1937 W Division StFun place to make your own jewelery.
Drinks & Nightlife
Speakeasy bar that has some the the city's (if not the country's) best cocktails.
355 locals recommend
The Violet Hour
1520 N Damen AveSpeakeasy bar that has some the the city's (if not the country's) best cocktails.
Bangers and Lace
1670 W Division StGreat bar with an amazing beer selection. Plus delicious bites.
The Anthem Bar Chicago
1725 W Division StDecent place to watch some sports.
Essentials
Plenty Grocery & Deli
2036 West Division StreetQuick spot to grab locally sourced organic groceries.
Everything Else
Lots of interesting gelato flavors such as salted cashew and goat cheese.
90 locals recommend
Blue Frog Bar & Grill
676 N LaSalle DrLots of interesting gelato flavors such as salted cashew and goat cheese.
Nail salon next door. Offering great service, clean environment, and free wine!
7 locals recommend
Juko Nail and Skin Rescue
2130 W Division StNail salon next door. Offering great service, clean environment, and free wine!
Wicker Park
1425 N Damen Ave