Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
CoCo Vietnamese Sandwiches & Pho
1613 W Lawrence AveBest Vietnamese pho noodle soup in the area.
Fantastic pizza. It's not stereotypical Chicago style pizza, it's more like east coast variety. Small, with an attractive buildout. Just a short walk from the apartment.
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ORD Pizzeria
1607 W Montrose AveFantastic pizza. It's not stereotypical Chicago style pizza, it's more like east coast variety. Small, with an attractive buildout. Just a short walk from the apartment.
European style coffee and espresso. Great decor, plus pastries.
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Ridman's Coffee
4758 N Clark StEuropean style coffee and espresso. Great decor, plus pastries.
Chicago has a unique style of Thai food that I've not found anywhere else. It's more "homestyle" Thai food. Aroy Thai is one of our favorites, and it's just a short distance away.
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Aroy Thai
4654 N Damen AveChicago has a unique style of Thai food that I've not found anywhere else. It's more "homestyle" Thai food. Aroy Thai is one of our favorites, and it's just a short distance away.
If you want classic Chicago style deep dish, this is the place. Hip decor, huge windows, and great food.
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
3986 N Avondale AveIf you want classic Chicago style deep dish, this is the place. Hip decor, huge windows, and great food.
Upscale restaurant and brew pub. Amazing food, wonderful rustic decor, and unique beer.
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Band of Bohemia
4710 N Ravenswood AveUpscale restaurant and brew pub. Amazing food, wonderful rustic decor, and unique beer.
French style bakery with sandwiches, crepes, and more. Next door to The French School. Great for a light breakfast if you're headed to Lincoln Square.
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La Boulangerie
3129 W Logan BlvdFrench style bakery with sandwiches, crepes, and more. Next door to The French School. Great for a light breakfast if you're headed to Lincoln Square.
BienMeSabe Venezuelan Cafe & Restaurant
1637 W Montrose AveAmazing Venezuelan food.
O'Shaughnessy's Public House
4557 N Ravenswood AveIrish style pub with food.
Drinks & Nightlife
This is a true Belgian style pub. Excellent beer selection plus incredible pommes frites with garlic mayo.
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Hopleaf
5148 N Clark StThis is a true Belgian style pub. Excellent beer selection plus incredible pommes frites with garlic mayo.
A classic Chicago style music venue. One of two in the neighborhood.
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Aragon Ballroom
1106 W Lawrence AveA classic Chicago style music venue. One of two in the neighborhood.
A classic Chicago style music venue. One of two in the area.
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Riviera Theatre
4746 North Racine AvenueA classic Chicago style music venue. One of two in the area.
Shopping
Mariano's
3358 W Touhy AveGrocery store, within walking distance.