Guidebook for Chicago

Carrie
Guidebook for Chicago

Food Scene

Most people know Rocking Horse as just being a bar, but their best kept secret is the weekend brunch! Where else can you get caramel apple french toast? It is delicious!
45 recommandé par les habitants
The Rocking Horse
2535 N Milwaukee Ave
45 recommandé par les habitants
Most people know Rocking Horse as just being a bar, but their best kept secret is the weekend brunch! Where else can you get caramel apple french toast? It is delicious!
When Spring rolls around again, come to Miko's for Italian ice in fresh fruit flavors- cantaloupe, pineapple, peach, strawberry, coconut, kiwi, and more! It's sweet and refreshing on a hot summer day.
40 recommandé par les habitants
Miko's Italian Ice (Logan Square)
2236 N Sacramento Ave
40 recommandé par les habitants
When Spring rolls around again, come to Miko's for Italian ice in fresh fruit flavors- cantaloupe, pineapple, peach, strawberry, coconut, kiwi, and more! It's sweet and refreshing on a hot summer day.
Hachi's has fresh delicious sushi in an inviting but cozy space. Oh and they have green tea creme brulee. Weird, right? Oh no. Mouthwatering is more like it.
19 recommandé par les habitants
Hachi's Kitchen
2521 N California Ave
19 recommandé par les habitants
Hachi's has fresh delicious sushi in an inviting but cozy space. Oh and they have green tea creme brulee. Weird, right? Oh no. Mouthwatering is more like it.
Super easy walk to get here. Yummy pizza and hipster watching.
152 recommandé par les habitants
The Boiler Room
2210 North California Avenue
152 recommandé par les habitants
Super easy walk to get here. Yummy pizza and hipster watching.
Feel like pancakes and eggs on Saturday morning but don't feel like making them? Mosey on over to Cozy Corner where you can get a cheap breakfast and no one cares if you are still in your pajamas.
88 recommandé par les habitants
Cozy Corner Restaurant and Pancake House
2294 N Milwaukee Ave
88 recommandé par les habitants
Feel like pancakes and eggs on Saturday morning but don't feel like making them? Mosey on over to Cozy Corner where you can get a cheap breakfast and no one cares if you are still in your pajamas.
Yummy affordable Cuban food in a warm bright setting. They have an enclosed patio thats open year round and you can dine in or order out. Make sure to get a mango tea before you go! So refreshing!
182 recommandé par les habitants
90 Miles Cuban Cafe
2540 W Armitage Ave
182 recommandé par les habitants
Yummy affordable Cuban food in a warm bright setting. They have an enclosed patio thats open year round and you can dine in or order out. Make sure to get a mango tea before you go! So refreshing!
Standard pizza and Italian food, though if you are trying to eat gluten-free, they have a variety of options available.
10 recommandé par les habitants
Marcello's Father and Son Restaurant
2475 N Milwaukee Ave
10 recommandé par les habitants
Standard pizza and Italian food, though if you are trying to eat gluten-free, they have a variety of options available.
I'm not even the biggest fan of bbq, but I love this place. They try to change up their menu once in a while and they have yummy seasonal desserts!
Brand BBQ Market
2824 W Armitage Ave
I'm not even the biggest fan of bbq, but I love this place. They try to change up their menu once in a while and they have yummy seasonal desserts!
They offer cheap authentic Mexican food and they're open 24/7 which is super convenient . My favorite is the shrimp tacos. Mmmm my mouth is watering now.
25 recommandé par les habitants
Arturo's Tacos
2001 N Western Ave
25 recommandé par les habitants
They offer cheap authentic Mexican food and they're open 24/7 which is super convenient . My favorite is the shrimp tacos. Mmmm my mouth is watering now.
The coffee is nothin' less than fantastic here. If you're a fan of flavored or weird varieties of coffee, then this is your place. Coffee with banana, avocado, or coconut? Yes indeed.
Nothin' Less Coffee House
2642 North Milwaukee Avenue
The coffee is nothin' less than fantastic here. If you're a fan of flavored or weird varieties of coffee, then this is your place. Coffee with banana, avocado, or coconut? Yes indeed.
Affordable Mexican fusion food can be found here. I've only been there for breakfast/brunch, but everything I've had is amazing. Their potatoes? Oh my god. You might need to go just for those.
80 recommandé par les habitants
Cafe Con Leche
2714 N Milwaukee Ave
80 recommandé par les habitants
Affordable Mexican fusion food can be found here. I've only been there for breakfast/brunch, but everything I've had is amazing. Their potatoes? Oh my god. You might need to go just for those.
Local coffee shop that is less than one block from the apartment. They also feature yummy cupcakes and Nice Cream, handmade ice cream made in the Chicagoland area.
2313 N Milwaukee Ave
2313 North Milwaukee Avenue
Local coffee shop that is less than one block from the apartment. They also feature yummy cupcakes and Nice Cream, handmade ice cream made in the Chicagoland area.
Some of the best philly steak sandwiches outside of Philadelphia. They are greasy and messy but oh-so-good. Best to avoid if you are on a diet.
2436 N Milwaukee Ave
2436 North Milwaukee Avenue
Some of the best philly steak sandwiches outside of Philadelphia. They are greasy and messy but oh-so-good. Best to avoid if you are on a diet.
Argentine cuisine at a reasonable price. Lunch options are usually under $11 and dinner entrees range from $13-$20.
6 recommandé par les habitants
El Nandu Restaurant
2731 W Fullerton Ave
6 recommandé par les habitants
Argentine cuisine at a reasonable price. Lunch options are usually under $11 and dinner entrees range from $13-$20.
Delicious coffee, muffins, pastries all in a local natural bakery.
11 recommandé par les habitants
Letizia's Fiore
11 recommandé par les habitants
Delicious coffee, muffins, pastries all in a local natural bakery.
It can get a little loud in here, but I'll give them a pass because everything is delicious. Meateater? The ribs are awesome. Vegetarian? Try the sage pasta. Dessert lover? Skillet cookie!!!!
35 recommandé par les habitants
Dunlays On the Square
3137 West Logan Boulevard
35 recommandé par les habitants
It can get a little loud in here, but I'll give them a pass because everything is delicious. Meateater? The ribs are awesome. Vegetarian? Try the sage pasta. Dessert lover? Skillet cookie!!!!
So this place isn't in Logan Square, but it is easily accessed by the blue line. The tapas are incredible and the dark lighting makes for a romantic atmosphere.
Blue Star Bistro and Wine Bar
1209 N Noble St
So this place isn't in Logan Square, but it is easily accessed by the blue line. The tapas are incredible and the dark lighting makes for a romantic atmosphere.
Delicious Chinese food with a pleasant and upscale atmosphere. Don't let the outside fool you. This place should be on your list. Best lobster bisque and crab rangoon I've had anywhere.
2830 N Milwaukee Ave
2830 North Milwaukee Avenue
Delicious Chinese food with a pleasant and upscale atmosphere. Don't let the outside fool you. This place should be on your list. Best lobster bisque and crab rangoon I've had anywhere.
For brunch, expect a twist in the standard breakfast foods...like salmon benedict, savory pancakes, or the green eggs and ham (mmm pesto!). Super easy to walk to from my place!
2200 N California Ave
2200 North California Avenue
For brunch, expect a twist in the standard breakfast foods...like salmon benedict, savory pancakes, or the green eggs and ham (mmm pesto!). Super easy to walk to from my place!
Authentic Mexican dining with super friendly service. Whether you are new to mole or an aficionado, try the mole sampler. It is superb! Also, their drinks are strong and usually under $8.
Real Tenochtitlan
2451 North Milwaukee Avenue
Authentic Mexican dining with super friendly service. Whether you are new to mole or an aficionado, try the mole sampler. It is superb! Also, their drinks are strong and usually under $8.
Easy to get to via the blue line, this cafe features a wide variety of vegetarian and gluten-free fare.
39 recommandé par les habitants
Native Foods
1484 N Milwaukee Ave
39 recommandé par les habitants
Easy to get to via the blue line, this cafe features a wide variety of vegetarian and gluten-free fare.
Only 2 minutes away from the Damen blue line stop, this is one of my favorite places for brunch. It's not light, but it is delicious!
199 recommandé par les habitants
Bongo Room
1470 N Milwaukee Ave
199 recommandé par les habitants
Only 2 minutes away from the Damen blue line stop, this is one of my favorite places for brunch. It's not light, but it is delicious!
Classic Chicago style pizza
513 recommandé par les habitants
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
1120 N State St
513 recommandé par les habitants
Classic Chicago style pizza
Classic Italian entrees for dinner, and a gourmet spin on brunch 10-3 on the weekends.
13 recommandé par les habitants
Francesca's Fiore
7407 Madison St
13 recommandé par les habitants
Classic Italian entrees for dinner, and a gourmet spin on brunch 10-3 on the weekends.
Looking for something new to try? Head over to Belly Shack (take the blue line to Western) and you can sample Korean and Vietnamese cuisine.
34 recommandé par les habitants
Belly Shack
1912 North Western Avenue
34 recommandé par les habitants
Looking for something new to try? Head over to Belly Shack (take the blue line to Western) and you can sample Korean and Vietnamese cuisine.

Drinks & Nightlife

Revolution is the cool casual neighborhood bar that the locals love and visitors shouldn't miss. They have a free brewery tour every Saturday and the food is anything but standard bar fare.
724 recommandé par les habitants
Revolution Brewing - Brewpub
2323 N Milwaukee Ave
724 recommandé par les habitants
Revolution is the cool casual neighborhood bar that the locals love and visitors shouldn't miss. They have a free brewery tour every Saturday and the food is anything but standard bar fare.
Delicious food inside a dark but welcoming bar/restaurant. Come on Sunday nights for free trivia!
35 recommandé par les habitants
Logan 11 Bar & Kitchen
2230 N California Ave
35 recommandé par les habitants
Delicious food inside a dark but welcoming bar/restaurant. Come on Sunday nights for free trivia!
Some may call Marble a dive, but whatever you want to call it, Marble has awesome specials every day, like 50 cent tacos or 1/2 price burgers. Oh and they take the Marble theme quite literally.
3281 W Armitage Ave
3281 West Armitage Avenue
Some may call Marble a dive, but whatever you want to call it, Marble has awesome specials every day, like 50 cent tacos or 1/2 price burgers. Oh and they take the Marble theme quite literally.

Everything Else

Chicago landmark that is known for their old fashioned sundaes and family size desserts. Just know that it's popular---you might be waiting outside for a bit just to get a table!
179 recommandé par les habitants
Margie's Candies
1960 N Western Ave
179 recommandé par les habitants
Chicago landmark that is known for their old fashioned sundaes and family size desserts. Just know that it's popular---you might be waiting outside for a bit just to get a table!
I don't have a washer or dryer, but this laundromat is open 24/7 and it is just a few blocks from my place. Walk next door to Dunkin Donuts while you wait.
Bubbleland
2249 N Milwaukee Ave
I don't have a washer or dryer, but this laundromat is open 24/7 and it is just a few blocks from my place. Walk next door to Dunkin Donuts while you wait.
Wanting to stretch and de-stress on your vacation? Walk over to Tula Yoga Studio, where they offer a variety of yoga classes for only $15 a class.
9 recommandé par les habitants
Tula Yoga Studio
2827 W Belden Ave
9 recommandé par les habitants
Wanting to stretch and de-stress on your vacation? Walk over to Tula Yoga Studio, where they offer a variety of yoga classes for only $15 a class.
Come over to Mixed Motion Art, where you can try Zumba, Hip Hop, and other dance aerobic classes. Classes range from $12-$15.
2355 N Milwaukee Ave
2355 North Milwaukee Avenue
Come over to Mixed Motion Art, where you can try Zumba, Hip Hop, and other dance aerobic classes. Classes range from $12-$15.
Quirky performing arts theatre that is easily accessible by the blue line. Taking the blue line from my apartment, it is less than 10 minutes away.
40 recommandé par les habitants
Chopin Theatre
1543 W Division St
40 recommandé par les habitants
Quirky performing arts theatre that is easily accessible by the blue line. Taking the blue line from my apartment, it is less than 10 minutes away.
Among other shows, Gorilla features a roster of nerdy burlesque performances, with saucy takes on LOTR, Mario, Star Trek, and Indiana Jones.
8 recommandé par les habitants
Gorilla Tango Theatre Bucktown
1919 North Milwaukee Avenue
8 recommandé par les habitants
Among other shows, Gorilla features a roster of nerdy burlesque performances, with saucy takes on LOTR, Mario, Star Trek, and Indiana Jones.

Essentials

Come get your produce and other groceries here at California and Milwaukee Produce. The store isn't very big, but their fruits and veggies are always super fresh. It is right next door to Cozy Corner
2294 N Milwaukee Ave
2294 North Milwaukee Avenue
Come get your produce and other groceries here at California and Milwaukee Produce. The store isn't very big, but their fruits and veggies are always super fresh. It is right next door to Cozy Corner

Shopping

Hopefully you won't need any medication during your vacation, but if so, CVS is only a half mile away. Drinks, dry food, and travel size toiletries can also be purchased here.
7 recommandé par les habitants
CVS
2053 North Milwaukee Avenue
7 recommandé par les habitants
Hopefully you won't need any medication during your vacation, but if so, CVS is only a half mile away. Drinks, dry food, and travel size toiletries can also be purchased here.
Adorable toy store. Awesome toys ranging from books, puppets, train sets, puzzles, dinosaurs, and more.
21 recommandé par les habitants
Play
3109 W Logan Blvd
21 recommandé par les habitants
Adorable toy store. Awesome toys ranging from books, puppets, train sets, puzzles, dinosaurs, and more.