Guidebook for Chicago
Parks & Nature
Nearby entrance to the Bloomingdale Trail, a linear park that stretches west on a converted rail line
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Walsh Park
1722 N Ashland AveNearby entrance to the Bloomingdale Trail, a linear park that stretches west on a converted rail line
Food Scene
Modern, upscale Thai-Korean fusion - and a fantastic brunch menu
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Mott St
1401 N Ashland AveModern, upscale Thai-Korean fusion - and a fantastic brunch menu
Modern Mexican restaurant with a beautiful atrium dining space - their watermelon salad is worth traveling for!
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Las Palmas Restaurant
1835 W North AveModern Mexican restaurant with a beautiful atrium dining space - their watermelon salad is worth traveling for!
Modern Greek restaurant with seasonal menus and rooftop dining - check out their brunch on Sundays, too! Baklava pancakes are a decadence necessary while on vacation...
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Taxim
1558 N Milwaukee AveModern Greek restaurant with seasonal menus and rooftop dining - check out their brunch on Sundays, too! Baklava pancakes are a decadence necessary while on vacation...
Renowned barbecue and convincing Southern fare (including Kool-Aid pickles!)
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Lillie's Q
417 North Ashland AvenueRenowned barbecue and convincing Southern fare (including Kool-Aid pickles!)
Coffee, pastries, and sandwiches - this place does it all! And with the charm of a coastal boathouse, no less.
Interurban boathouse
1438 W Cortland StCoffee, pastries, and sandwiches - this place does it all! And with the charm of a coastal boathouse, no less.
Great option for a quick lunch: sandwiches, soups, and snacks - plus, they have a salad bar and plenty of dessert options. The whole second floor is dining, so you won't have to worry about waiting for a table!
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The Goddess and Grocer
1649 N Damen AveGreat option for a quick lunch: sandwiches, soups, and snacks - plus, they have a salad bar and plenty of dessert options. The whole second floor is dining, so you won't have to worry about waiting for a table!
Essentials
Jewel-Osco
3531 N BroadwayStanley's Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
1558 N Elston AveNearby Mexican grocer - if you need something a bit closer/smaller, they likely have what you need!
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Carnicerias Guanajuato
1436 N Ashland AveNearby Mexican grocer - if you need something a bit closer/smaller, they likely have what you need!
Getting Around
CTA Blue line stop - a quick bus ride, or easily walkable on nice days!
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Division station
CTA Blue line stop - a quick bus ride, or easily walkable on nice days!
CTA Red line stop - you can easily take the North Ave bus here!
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North/Clybourn station
CTA Red line stop - you can easily take the North Ave bus here!
Another nearby Blue line stop - easily walkable, especially if you'll be stopping at places along North Ave on your way, but you can take the bus there as well
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Damen station
1558 N Damen AveAnother nearby Blue line stop - easily walkable, especially if you'll be stopping at places along North Ave on your way, but you can take the bus there as well
Shopping
Comprehensive bookstore with a well-curated children's section, massive collection of zines, and thorough selection of magazines and art books
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Quimby's Bookstore
1854 W North AveComprehensive bookstore with a well-curated children's section, massive collection of zines, and thorough selection of magazines and art books