Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Amazing sushi moderately priced. More on the real Japanese side vs Thai fusion ( Butterfly sushi across the street).
9 locals recommend
Tsukiji Fish Market
1156 W Grand AveAmazing sushi moderately priced. More on the real Japanese side vs Thai fusion ( Butterfly sushi across the street).
Sushi and Thai Food: Very budget friendly and good! Tends to be more laud than Tsukiji Market (across the street, which is a bit more sophisticated)
60 locals recommend
Butterfly Sushi Bar
1139 W Grand AveSushi and Thai Food: Very budget friendly and good! Tends to be more laud than Tsukiji Market (across the street, which is a bit more sophisticated)
On Chicago's 2018 Michelin Bib Gourmand List.
Two - sharable smaller plates that melt in your mouth. Not Frugal yet very worth it.
30 locals recommend
TWO
1132 W Grand AveOn Chicago's 2018 Michelin Bib Gourmand List.
Two - sharable smaller plates that melt in your mouth. Not Frugal yet very worth it.
This Cuban sandwich place has ~500 yelp reviews and 5 stars, so you be the judge!
Mom and Pop shop, they very often "sell out of everything" . Amazing Cuban sandwiched and empanadas.
41 locals recommend
Nini's Deli
543 N Noble StThis Cuban sandwich place has ~500 yelp reviews and 5 stars, so you be the judge!
Mom and Pop shop, they very often "sell out of everything" . Amazing Cuban sandwiched and empanadas.
This coffee shop has a whole house attached to it where you can relax on the couch, tables or back patio -- free Wifi to get some work done!
If you are not into basic Starbucks anymore - this is the place to go!
38 locals recommend
Sip Coffee House
1223 W Grand AveThis coffee shop has a whole house attached to it where you can relax on the couch, tables or back patio -- free Wifi to get some work done!
If you are not into basic Starbucks anymore - this is the place to go!
If you are not in the mood to make your own coffee pot - you know what to do =)
213 locals recommend
Starbucks
1588 N Milwaukee AveIf you are not in the mood to make your own coffee pot - you know what to do =)
This area is very known for Small Italian business - sandwich-places. Bari supposedly makes the best meatball sandwich. The shop also has deserts, and frozen Italian food section as well as deli - Olives, salami etc.
42 locals recommend
Bari
1120 W Grand AveThis area is very known for Small Italian business - sandwich-places. Bari supposedly makes the best meatball sandwich. The shop also has deserts, and frozen Italian food section as well as deli - Olives, salami etc.
New Deli/Italian place, also a small market!
Great Gelato,
Always very fresh.
12 locals recommend
Tempesta Market
1372 W Grand AveNew Deli/Italian place, also a small market!
Great Gelato,
Always very fresh.
Ever dined in a train wagon? here is your chance!!! The food is pretty good, especially ribs and almond tilapia.
Match box (the narrowest bar in Chicago) is attached to it.
19 locals recommend
The Silver Palm
768 N Milwaukee AveEver dined in a train wagon? here is your chance!!! The food is pretty good, especially ribs and almond tilapia.
Match box (the narrowest bar in Chicago) is attached to it.
The chef, manager & his wife are friendly, place is bright & clean. The biggest decision is how to narrow down your entree choice - Home made Ragu is to die for.
9 locals recommend
Mart Anthony's
1200 W Hubbard StThe chef, manager & his wife are friendly, place is bright & clean. The biggest decision is how to narrow down your entree choice - Home made Ragu is to die for.
Drinks & Nightlife
This is a very cute and neighboorhood bar. You will find excellent mixologists here without the downtown attitude. Food is also rather good despite the fact that the place has limited kitchen space. MONDAYS - FOOD 50% OFF>
24 locals recommend
G & O
459 N Ogden AveThis is a very cute and neighboorhood bar. You will find excellent mixologists here without the downtown attitude. Food is also rather good despite the fact that the place has limited kitchen space. MONDAYS - FOOD 50% OFF>
The Aberdeen Tap
440 N Aberdeen StBest Chicken wings ever!!! - Specials on Tuesdays.
Neighborhood bar with TVs everywhere. If you are looking to watch game without the chaos this is the perfect place for it. Little hidden gem.
Second room in the back has a fireplace and tons of board games, shuffle board etc.
12 locals recommend
Irish Nobleman Pub
1367 W Erie StNeighborhood bar with TVs everywhere. If you are looking to watch game without the chaos this is the perfect place for it. Little hidden gem.
Second room in the back has a fireplace and tons of board games, shuffle board etc.
Twisted Spoke
501 N Ogden AveThe biggest selection of whiskey in town~
Matchbox
770 N Milwaukee AveThe most Narrow Bar in Chicago!
80's and 90's nights are super fun!
You can enjoy cocktails, DJs and maybe even get your nails done while at it! ( yes !!!). Very hipster
82 locals recommend
Beauty Bar
1444 W Chicago Ave80's and 90's nights are super fun!
You can enjoy cocktails, DJs and maybe even get your nails done while at it! ( yes !!!). Very hipster