Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
GREAT food ~ especially recommended for the foodie in you.
Go for dinner & drinks, or brunch on Saturday or Sunday at 11am. You can't miss with this menu!
10 locals recommend
The Peasantry
2723 N Clark StGREAT food ~ especially recommended for the foodie in you.
Go for dinner & drinks, or brunch on Saturday or Sunday at 11am. You can't miss with this menu!
A cultish classic burger joint - Kuma's Too serves up outstanding (ly huge) burgers named after heavy metal bands. They have a great selection of beers and whiskey ON TAP. Need I say more?
60 locals recommend
Kuma's Too
666 West Diversey ParkwayA cultish classic burger joint - Kuma's Too serves up outstanding (ly huge) burgers named after heavy metal bands. They have a great selection of beers and whiskey ON TAP. Need I say more?
If you like BBQ, you won't be able to walk past this place without going in - the smell alone will make your mouth water. A great selection of barbecued meats, delicious sides & a variety of drinks.
Q-BBQ
714 W Diversey PkwyIf you like BBQ, you won't be able to walk past this place without going in - the smell alone will make your mouth water. A great selection of barbecued meats, delicious sides & a variety of drinks.
Fresh sushi & sashimi and a great cocktail list. The teppanyaki bar is fun for groups & the restaurant has a comfortable overall atmosphere.
7 locals recommend
Sakura Teppanyaki & Sushi
730 W Diversey PkwyFresh sushi & sashimi and a great cocktail list. The teppanyaki bar is fun for groups & the restaurant has a comfortable overall atmosphere.
Brilliant gluten free coffee shop & bakery in the morning, and by night a very sophisticated dining adventure. This place is a (hidden) gem!
Senza
2873 North BroadwayBrilliant gluten free coffee shop & bakery in the morning, and by night a very sophisticated dining adventure. This place is a (hidden) gem!
If you need your 'fix' while on vacation - there's one around (practically) every corner. This one's near the Brown Line Diversey stop to conveniently top off your mornings.
215 locals recommend
Starbucks
1 E Delaware PlIf you need your 'fix' while on vacation - there's one around (practically) every corner. This one's near the Brown Line Diversey stop to conveniently top off your mornings.
OUI! OUI! crêpes and wine in a lovely, dimly lit setting that'll make you think you're in a little village in France. Authentic fare with a French onion soup not to be missed! Bon Apetite!
24 locals recommend
La Crêperie Chicago Restaurant
2845 North Clark StreetOUI! OUI! crêpes and wine in a lovely, dimly lit setting that'll make you think you're in a little village in France. Authentic fare with a French onion soup not to be missed! Bon Apetite!
Fresh Middle Eastern salad bar daily, falafel & shawarma sandwiches, great soups, drinks and pastries. Healthy, comfort food at unbeatable prices.
99 locals recommend
Sultan's Market
2057 W North AveFresh Middle Eastern salad bar daily, falafel & shawarma sandwiches, great soups, drinks and pastries. Healthy, comfort food at unbeatable prices.
Drinks & Nightlife
Slaínte! It's the most genuine Irish Pub outside of Dublin, Ireland. Delicious, Irish comfort food, Guinness, scotch/whiskey/rye, Smithwicks, and just about everything else you'd want to toast with.
14 locals recommend
The Galway Arms
2442 N Clark StSlaínte! It's the most genuine Irish Pub outside of Dublin, Ireland. Delicious, Irish comfort food, Guinness, scotch/whiskey/rye, Smithwicks, and just about everything else you'd want to toast with.
Everything Else
This sweet spot is a cozy spot for a little R&R on your vacation. The deals on mani/pedi's are competitive and the service is perfect. Humble & accommodating staff and a free drink with your service.
Pearl's Nails
2676 N Halsted StThis sweet spot is a cozy spot for a little R&R on your vacation. The deals on mani/pedi's are competitive and the service is perfect. Humble & accommodating staff and a free drink with your service.
As a regular customer, I can honestly recommend getting a massage or a facial here. Friendly, dependable service with skills & you'll leave feeling renewed & rejuvenated.
Massage Envy - Chicago Lincoln Park Diversey
668 W Diversey PkwyAs a regular customer, I can honestly recommend getting a massage or a facial here. Friendly, dependable service with skills & you'll leave feeling renewed & rejuvenated.
This is my favorite bike shop in Chicago! If you're looking to get a new bike or grab some fun cycling accessories, stop by and check out their great selection. The service is always done with a smile
Performance Bicycle
West Diversey ParkwayThis is my favorite bike shop in Chicago! If you're looking to get a new bike or grab some fun cycling accessories, stop by and check out their great selection. The service is always done with a smile
This is a Chicago MUST! If you like blues music at all ~ don't miss your chance to experience the most authentic blues in town. Live music 7 days a week, with ladies night, and drink specials. DO IT!
458 locals recommend
Kingston Mines
2548 N Halsted StThis is a Chicago MUST! If you like blues music at all ~ don't miss your chance to experience the most authentic blues in town. Live music 7 days a week, with ladies night, and drink specials. DO IT!
Not just any cinema….if you're into foreign films or those just off the beaten track, head over and get your tickets. You could go twice a day, during your stay and just keep winning.
71 locals recommend
Landmark's Century Centre Cinema
2828 N Clark StNot just any cinema….if you're into foreign films or those just off the beaten track, head over and get your tickets. You could go twice a day, during your stay and just keep winning.