Guidebook for Logan Square Neighborhood
Food Scene
Wasabi has some of the best ramen in the city! They have great sushi and fresh fish as well, but the spicy miso ramen is a MUST TRY! Their brussel sprouts appetizer is another favorite.
134 locals recommend
Ramen Wasabi
2101 N Milwaukee AveWasabi has some of the best ramen in the city! They have great sushi and fresh fish as well, but the spicy miso ramen is a MUST TRY! Their brussel sprouts appetizer is another favorite.
Cozy corner is a Logan Square staple! The menu is huge and they also serve lunch, although I recommend this place for a quick breakfast. Especially good for early weekday risers, the early bird special is breakfast for $6.99 Monday-Friday from 6AM-9AM.
88 locals recommend
Cozy Corner Restaurant and Pancake House
2294 N Milwaukee AveCozy corner is a Logan Square staple! The menu is huge and they also serve lunch, although I recommend this place for a quick breakfast. Especially good for early weekday risers, the early bird special is breakfast for $6.99 Monday-Friday from 6AM-9AM.
Lula Cafe is a neighborhood staple and one of the original restaurants to the area. They use a lot of local and fresh ingredients and have an ever changing menu. They serve American dishes with a flare and elevate everything you find on your plate in the most delicious and thoughtful way!
936 locals recommend
Lula Cafe
2537 N Kedzie BlvdLula Cafe is a neighborhood staple and one of the original restaurants to the area. They use a lot of local and fresh ingredients and have an ever changing menu. They serve American dishes with a flare and elevate everything you find on your plate in the most delicious and thoughtful way!
Parsons is a delicious fried chicken spot with a super fun ambience. They have ping pong tables and a great outdoor dining experience. Their indoor dining is covered, but has an open and airy feel. They also serve boozy slushi drinks that can't be missed!
658 locals recommend
Parson's Chicken & Fish
2952 W Armitage AveParsons is a delicious fried chicken spot with a super fun ambience. They have ping pong tables and a great outdoor dining experience. Their indoor dining is covered, but has an open and airy feel. They also serve boozy slushi drinks that can't be missed!
Mi Tocoya is a neighborhood Mexican restaurant that offers small, medium and large plates meant for sharing. The chef specializes in dishes of familiar Mexican favorites, while also giving less known regional favorites a new spotlight. They also offer a delicious cocktail list.
33 locals recommend
Mi Tocaya Antojería
2800 W Logan BlvdMi Tocoya is a neighborhood Mexican restaurant that offers small, medium and large plates meant for sharing. The chef specializes in dishes of familiar Mexican favorites, while also giving less known regional favorites a new spotlight. They also offer a delicious cocktail list.
A delicious restaurant and wine bar inspired by the rich culinary scene of Testaccio in Rome. They also have a great cocktail list.
6 locals recommend
Testaccio Chicago
2456 N California AveA delicious restaurant and wine bar inspired by the rich culinary scene of Testaccio in Rome. They also have a great cocktail list.
The Spice Room
2906 W Armitage AveDelicious Indian food. BYOB.
Bungalow is a neighborhood micro brewery and delicious pizza spot.
32 locals recommend
Bungalow by Middle Brow
2840 W Armitage AveBungalow is a neighborhood micro brewery and delicious pizza spot.
Cafe Con Leche is a great Latin American inspired restaurant with a big menu and big portions.
80 locals recommend
Cafe Con Leche
2714 N Milwaukee AveCafe Con Leche is a great Latin American inspired restaurant with a big menu and big portions.
Reno is a great neighborhood spot for breakfast, lunch or dinner. They have great breakfast and lunch sandwiches, good pastries and yummy pizza.
340 locals recommend
Reno
2607 N Milwaukee AveReno is a great neighborhood spot for breakfast, lunch or dinner. They have great breakfast and lunch sandwiches, good pastries and yummy pizza.
Vegan and vegetarian restaurant that has been in the neighborhood forever and has other locations. Great food for all!
136 locals recommend
The Chicago Diner, Logan Square
2333 North Milwaukee AvenueVegan and vegetarian restaurant that has been in the neighborhood forever and has other locations. Great food for all!
A neighborhood staple - great for an afternoon sweet treat, or a savory pie. They have coffee and other beverages as well.
468 locals recommend
Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits
2051 N California AveA neighborhood staple - great for an afternoon sweet treat, or a savory pie. They have coffee and other beverages as well.
Bright design upstairs with lots of live plants and a living wall, with a darker design brewery with a big bar downstairs. Asian fusion menu and great beer options brewed in house.
20 locals recommend
BiXi Beer
2515 N Milwaukee AveBright design upstairs with lots of live plants and a living wall, with a darker design brewery with a big bar downstairs. Asian fusion menu and great beer options brewed in house.
The Whale Chicago
2427 N Milwaukee AveNeighborhood steak house with a great menu and cocktails.
Restaurant that lives up to the name for its over-the-top ‘90s pop culture nostalgia aesthetic and mammoth sandwich creations.
Big Kids
2545 North Kedzie BoulevardRestaurant that lives up to the name for its over-the-top ‘90s pop culture nostalgia aesthetic and mammoth sandwich creations.
A delicious Greek American restaurant that also does really good pastries. The dining room and overall design is very chic.
18 locals recommend
Andros Taverna
2542 North Milwaukee AvenueA delicious Greek American restaurant that also does really good pastries. The dining room and overall design is very chic.
Casual neighborhood spot that offers inventive homemade pasta dishes, small plates and a good brunch menu - all with local and fresh ingredients from the chefs home farm.
27 locals recommend
Daisies
2375 N Milwaukee AveCasual neighborhood spot that offers inventive homemade pasta dishes, small plates and a good brunch menu - all with local and fresh ingredients from the chefs home farm.
A brooklyn based pizzeria that made its way to Chicago and the Logan Square neighborhood. Inventive topping options and pizza combos!
44 locals recommend
Paulie Gee's Logan Square
2451 N Milwaukee AveA brooklyn based pizzeria that made its way to Chicago and the Logan Square neighborhood. Inventive topping options and pizza combos!
A small local ice cream company that specializes in frozen novelties, like your favorite treats from the ice cream truck, all hand-made! Everything is individually packaged and they work with local artists to create the art and design for each flavor for an overall look that is as diverse as the city of Chicago and Logan Square neighborhood.
They have wide varieties of ice cream bars, vegan pops, ice pops, and ice cream sandwiches, all hand-dipped and decorated in classic and contemporary flavors!
26 locals recommend
Pretty Cool Ice Cream
2353 N California AveA small local ice cream company that specializes in frozen novelties, like your favorite treats from the ice cream truck, all hand-made! Everything is individually packaged and they work with local artists to create the art and design for each flavor for an overall look that is as diverse as the city of Chicago and Logan Square neighborhood.
They have wide varieties of ice cream bars, vegan pops, ice pops, and ice cream sandwiches, all hand-dipped and decorated in classic and contemporary flavors!
Miko's Italian Ice is a super popular neighborhood staple! It's a cute little walk up window in the middle of residences, serving delicious italian ice that beats the Summer heat! There is never not a line, and you can see this spot from our property on Belden Ave - it is just across the street on Sacramento Ave!
40 locals recommend
Miko's Italian Ice (Logan Square)
2236 N Sacramento AveMiko's Italian Ice is a super popular neighborhood staple! It's a cute little walk up window in the middle of residences, serving delicious italian ice that beats the Summer heat! There is never not a line, and you can see this spot from our property on Belden Ave - it is just across the street on Sacramento Ave!
Jeni's Ice Cream is a chain, but always worth a stop because it is THAT good!
131 locals recommend
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
1505 N Milwaukee AveJeni's Ice Cream is a chain, but always worth a stop because it is THAT good!
Great lunch spot for an easy grab and go meal. They have some of our favorite falafel in the city, and really good chicken shawarma. Lots of vegan options as well!
Sultan's Market
2204 North California AvenueGreat lunch spot for an easy grab and go meal. They have some of our favorite falafel in the city, and really good chicken shawarma. Lots of vegan options as well!
Small neighborhood sandwich shop - perfect for lunch on the go. They also have great soups and pasta salads.
Rosie's Sidekick Sandwich Shop | Logan Square
2610 North California AvenueSmall neighborhood sandwich shop - perfect for lunch on the go. They also have great soups and pasta salads.
100% vegan restaurant with their own line of deep dish pizzas. They make their own vegan meats, cheeses, breads, sauces and desserts all from scratch. They have a beer, wine and cocktail menu as well.
11 locals recommend
Kitchen 17
2554 N Broadway100% vegan restaurant with their own line of deep dish pizzas. They make their own vegan meats, cheeses, breads, sauces and desserts all from scratch. They have a beer, wine and cocktail menu as well.
Lardon
2200 N California AveGreat charcuterie selection!
Giant is an upscale restaurant with a delicious and inventive menu. The ambiance is intimate and great for dinner or date night! Their cocktails are fantastic as well!
65 locals recommend
Giant
3209 W Armitage AveGiant is an upscale restaurant with a delicious and inventive menu. The ambiance is intimate and great for dinner or date night! Their cocktails are fantastic as well!
Longman and Eagle is a neighborhood staple with a boutique hotel above. It has an interesting menu and great food/drinks with a very cool and laid back atmosphere. You’ll feel like a local here!
830 locals recommend
Longman & Eagle
2657 N Kedzie AveLongman and Eagle is a neighborhood staple with a boutique hotel above. It has an interesting menu and great food/drinks with a very cool and laid back atmosphere. You’ll feel like a local here!
Shopping
Felt is my favorite boutique in Logan! Owned by a wonderful returning guest of ours. Holly's store is gorgeously decorated, filled with beautiful designer clothing and an assortment of local goodies and accessories.
Felt Chicago
2317 N Milwaukee AveFelt is my favorite boutique in Logan! Owned by a wonderful returning guest of ours. Holly's store is gorgeously decorated, filled with beautiful designer clothing and an assortment of local goodies and accessories.
Shop 1021 is a Logan Square staple. Super cute store with Chicago local gifts, cards and goodies.
25 locals recommend
Shop 1021
2650 N Milwaukee AveShop 1021 is a Logan Square staple. Super cute store with Chicago local gifts, cards and goodies.
This adorable boutique is owned by two Midwestern Sister's who have great taste and have curated their shop with everything from home decor, candles and gifts to clothes and an eclectic mix of jewelry.
Birdseye Rule
2319 N Milwaukee AveThis adorable boutique is owned by two Midwestern Sister's who have great taste and have curated their shop with everything from home decor, candles and gifts to clothes and an eclectic mix of jewelry.
Steel Petal Press is a handmade card store and gift shop. Their cards are quirky and pressed inside, making seeing the process worth spending a few extra on a thoughtfully made, and cool card. They have a bunch of fun knick knacks and cool gift ideas for sale as well.
9 locals recommend
Steel Petal Press
2321 N Milwaukee AveSteel Petal Press is a handmade card store and gift shop. Their cards are quirky and pressed inside, making seeing the process worth spending a few extra on a thoughtfully made, and cool card. They have a bunch of fun knick knacks and cool gift ideas for sale as well.
Fleur is a gorgeous floral design shop with professional design help or a la carte flowers for sale. They also have home goods and pots for sale.
42 locals recommend
Fleur
2651 N Milwaukee AveFleur is a gorgeous floral design shop with professional design help or a la carte flowers for sale. They also have home goods and pots for sale.
Dial M for Modern is a modern vintage goods store with unique finds worth checking out!
Dial M For Modern
1818 N Milwaukee AveDial M for Modern is a modern vintage goods store with unique finds worth checking out!
Public Library in walking distance from our Belden Ave listing.
6 locals recommend
Logan Square Branch, Chicago Public Library
3030 W Fullerton AvePublic Library in walking distance from our Belden Ave listing.
Grocery & Essentials
Fresh Thyme Farmers Market
2500 N Elston AveFresh Thyme is a local grocery store.
South Loop Market is a neighborhood market within walking distance with groceries, a coffee bar and sandwich counter.
South Loop Market
2340 North California AvenueSouth Loop Market is a neighborhood market within walking distance with groceries, a coffee bar and sandwich counter.
This is a smaller size city target in walking distance from our property on Belden Ave.
394 locals recommend
Target
4466 N BroadwayThis is a smaller size city target in walking distance from our property on Belden Ave.
2022 Outdoor Market Season
Every Sunday, May 8th through October 30th at Logan Bl. & Milwaukee Av., Chicago, IL
from 9am-3pm
135 locals recommend
Logan Square Farmers Market
3025-3113 West Logan Boulevard2022 Outdoor Market Season
Every Sunday, May 8th through October 30th at Logan Bl. & Milwaukee Av., Chicago, IL
from 9am-3pm
There are two Logan Square Targets for last minute necessities or groceries! This Target (Elston Ave) is a full size target with everything you'd possibly need, and this location is closest to our Mozart Ave property.
394 locals recommend
Target
4466 N BroadwayThere are two Logan Square Targets for last minute necessities or groceries! This Target (Elston Ave) is a full size target with everything you'd possibly need, and this location is closest to our Mozart Ave property.
Walgreens
4010 W Lawrence AveWalking distance with pharmacy from our Mozart Ave listing.
Getting Around
The California Blue Line stop (L Train) is about a 4 minute walk from our listing on Belden Ave, and less than a 15 minute walk from our listing on Mozart. This train line goes to and from the airport (O'Hare) and takes you right downtown to some of Chicago's main tourist attractions like Millennium Park. The easiest recommended public transportation.
50 locals recommend
California & Milwaukee station
The California Blue Line stop (L Train) is about a 4 minute walk from our listing on Belden Ave, and less than a 15 minute walk from our listing on Mozart. This train line goes to and from the airport (O'Hare) and takes you right downtown to some of Chicago's main tourist attractions like Millennium Park. The easiest recommended public transportation.
The logan Square CTA blue line stop is less than a 15 minute walk from our listing on Mozart. The Logan Square stop is equidistant to the California stop, giving two options from our property on Mozart Ave. The Logan Square line goes to and from O'hare as well as downtown.
135 locals recommend
Cta Blue Line - Logan Square station
The logan Square CTA blue line stop is less than a 15 minute walk from our listing on Mozart. The Logan Square stop is equidistant to the California stop, giving two options from our property on Mozart Ave. The Logan Square line goes to and from O'hare as well as downtown.
Parks & Nature
About a two minute walk from our listing on Belden Ave, this little park in the heart of the neighborhood is a gem, especially in Summer. The ring around the perimeter of the park is perfect for taking a walk or a jog. Super lively, always a ton of locals hanging out and having a good time. Sometimes there is live music, or artists working or slack lines set up. It is the perfect place to have a picnic, read a book or people watch! There is also a small kids area and a jungle gym within the school across the street.
57 locals recommend
Palmer Square Park
2200 N Kedzie AveAbout a two minute walk from our listing on Belden Ave, this little park in the heart of the neighborhood is a gem, especially in Summer. The ring around the perimeter of the park is perfect for taking a walk or a jog. Super lively, always a ton of locals hanging out and having a good time. Sometimes there is live music, or artists working or slack lines set up. It is the perfect place to have a picnic, read a book or people watch! There is also a small kids area and a jungle gym within the school across the street.
Humboldt Park Boathouse is a great central spot to enjoy as the entire park is massive! The boat house has a beautiful scenery and you can rent a swan row boat to take on the pond. There is also public swimming across the street with a beach.
34 locals recommend
Humboldt Park Boathouse
1301 North Humboldt DriveHumboldt Park Boathouse is a great central spot to enjoy as the entire park is massive! The boat house has a beautiful scenery and you can rent a swan row boat to take on the pond. There is also public swimming across the street with a beach.
Sightseeing
The new Bloomingdale Trail, nicknamed the 606, is an elevated trail through three popular Chicago neighborhoods. It is unique to Chicago as it is an elevated pathway aiding towards new views of the neighborhoods, above the congestion of traffic and congestion. It spans 3 miles East and West of Logan Square. A green space for everyone to enjoy, even with new art installations. Best for a nice walk, jog or run or for those wanting to explore the neighborhood in a unique way.
133 locals recommend
Bloomingdale Trail
Bloomingdale TrailThe new Bloomingdale Trail, nicknamed the 606, is an elevated trail through three popular Chicago neighborhoods. It is unique to Chicago as it is an elevated pathway aiding towards new views of the neighborhoods, above the congestion of traffic and congestion. It spans 3 miles East and West of Logan Square. A green space for everyone to enjoy, even with new art installations. Best for a nice walk, jog or run or for those wanting to explore the neighborhood in a unique way.
The Logan Square monument is the epicenter of the neighborhood, and a cool spot to bring a coffee, picnic or take out, and always good for people watching. There is always a lot going on and is a walkable spot from both of our listings.
23 locals recommend
Illinois Centennial Monument
3150 W Logan BlvdThe Logan Square monument is the epicenter of the neighborhood, and a cool spot to bring a coffee, picnic or take out, and always good for people watching. There is always a lot going on and is a walkable spot from both of our listings.
"Greetings from Chicago" is in the heart of the neighborhood, and across the street from Colectivo Coffee shop. Grab a coffee and go take pictures in front of this very popular city mural!
18 locals recommend
Greetings From Chicago Mural
2226 N Milwaukee Ave"Greetings from Chicago" is in the heart of the neighborhood, and across the street from Colectivo Coffee shop. Grab a coffee and go take pictures in front of this very popular city mural!
Drinks & Nightlife
A hidden neighborhood gem at the end of our block, located above the Slippery Slope. Dark, sceney lounge, 70's style inspired decor that screams speak easy. $10 cocktails, all are very tasty!
32 locals recommend
The Heavy Feather
2357 N Milwaukee AveA hidden neighborhood gem at the end of our block, located above the Slippery Slope. Dark, sceney lounge, 70's style inspired decor that screams speak easy. $10 cocktails, all are very tasty!
Emporium is a giant arcade bar located at the end of our block. Good beer selection, pool tables, air hockey, arcade games and more. Perfect for large groups and very chill, fun, locals vibe.
139 locals recommend
Emporium Logan Square
2363 N Milwaukee AveEmporium is a giant arcade bar located at the end of our block. Good beer selection, pool tables, air hockey, arcade games and more. Perfect for large groups and very chill, fun, locals vibe.
Revolution is a Chicago local brewery at the end of the block. Great beers, awesome atmosphere and good food. Good for brunch, lunch or dinner!
724 locals recommend
Revolution Brewing - Brewpub
2323 N Milwaukee AveRevolution is a Chicago local brewery at the end of the block. Great beers, awesome atmosphere and good food. Good for brunch, lunch or dinner!
Longman and Eagle is an awesome boutique hotel, food and bar in the heart of Logan Square. Known for its impeccable style, you will feel like one of the cool kids here. Outstanding cocktails and unique food. Pop over for happy hour, grab brunch on the weekends or have a cocktail with a quirky meal on a weeknight. You won't be disappointed here, maybe only with its popularity and waiting.
830 locals recommend
Longman & Eagle
2657 N Kedzie AveLongman and Eagle is an awesome boutique hotel, food and bar in the heart of Logan Square. Known for its impeccable style, you will feel like one of the cool kids here. Outstanding cocktails and unique food. Pop over for happy hour, grab brunch on the weekends or have a cocktail with a quirky meal on a weeknight. You won't be disappointed here, maybe only with its popularity and waiting.
This old neighborhood movie theater has tons of character and smaller intimate theaters for movie viewing. There is a full bar and snack options as well.
315 locals recommend
The Logan Theatre
2646 N Milwaukee AveThis old neighborhood movie theater has tons of character and smaller intimate theaters for movie viewing. There is a full bar and snack options as well.
Estereo is a neighborhood bar on a busy corner with garage doors that are fully opened in Summer. They serve Latin American Spirits and cocktails and play vintage Latin sounds on vinyl. On weekend nights they usually have a DJ.
During the day you can sit and work and order coffee.
85 locals recommend
Estereo
2450 N Milwaukee AveEstereo is a neighborhood bar on a busy corner with garage doors that are fully opened in Summer. They serve Latin American Spirits and cocktails and play vintage Latin sounds on vinyl. On weekend nights they usually have a DJ.
During the day you can sit and work and order coffee.
Pilot Project Brewing is a brewery incubator, tasting room and a cafe. They have domes set up outside and a spacious indoor with all different kinds of seating.
18 locals recommend
Pilot Project Brewing
2140 N Milwaukee AvePilot Project Brewing is a brewery incubator, tasting room and a cafe. They have domes set up outside and a spacious indoor with all different kinds of seating.
This acclaimed bar and restaurant offers cocktails with a culinary twist. They have a cocktail list featuring ingredients like black trumpet mushrooms, huckleberry, and smoked malt. Great paired with their small local bites like tomato-thyme popcorn, duck rillettes, and roasted asparagus.
144 locals recommend
Billy Sunday
3143 W Logan BlvdThis acclaimed bar and restaurant offers cocktails with a culinary twist. They have a cocktail list featuring ingredients like black trumpet mushrooms, huckleberry, and smoked malt. Great paired with their small local bites like tomato-thyme popcorn, duck rillettes, and roasted asparagus.
Boiler Room is a good late night spot to have a beer and get some greasy, good food! They have delicious thin crust pizza, and great mac and cheese.
152 locals recommend
The Boiler Room
2210 North California AvenueBoiler Room is a good late night spot to have a beer and get some greasy, good food! They have delicious thin crust pizza, and great mac and cheese.
Tiki Bar with multiple shuffleboard lanes and games!
12 locals recommend
The Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club
1750 N Milwaukee AveTiki Bar with multiple shuffleboard lanes and games!
Cocktail Bar with a smaller interior, and outdoor space. There are DJs on the weekend. Younger scene, usually very crowded, good for dancing.
185 locals recommend
The Whistler
2421 N Milwaukee AveCocktail Bar with a smaller interior, and outdoor space. There are DJs on the weekend. Younger scene, usually very crowded, good for dancing.
Chicago craft beer scene brew pub that also serves food (vegan options as well) and coffee.
8 locals recommend
Ravinia Brewing Company
2601 West Diversey AvenueChicago craft beer scene brew pub that also serves food (vegan options as well) and coffee.
This spot is down an unmarked staircase, below Testaccio (a restaurant also on our recommendations list). Soif is a wine lounge with the exclusivity and low key vibes of a speakeasy. The decor reminds you of a hidden Parisian salon.
The wine menu focuses on French gems and they have a diverse collection of champagne. They also offer crafted cocktails and Belgian beers. They have a small bites menu defined by french nibbles.
*Reservation recommended due to intimate atmosphere and limited capacity*
Soif Wine Lounge
2456 North California AvenueThis spot is down an unmarked staircase, below Testaccio (a restaurant also on our recommendations list). Soif is a wine lounge with the exclusivity and low key vibes of a speakeasy. The decor reminds you of a hidden Parisian salon.
The wine menu focuses on French gems and they have a diverse collection of champagne. They also offer crafted cocktails and Belgian beers. They have a small bites menu defined by french nibbles.
*Reservation recommended due to intimate atmosphere and limited capacity*