tastylive Chicago Food Instructions
- July 5, 2024
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tastylive Chicago Food Instructions
Wishbone (West Loop)
161 N Jefferson St.
Southern dishes & breakfast with a Cajun spin are served in a relaxed setting
with spacious patio.
Lula Cafe (Logan Square)
2537 N. Kedzie Ave
Inventive, market-driven food in a casual, funky space that hosts an
especially popular brunch. 2024 James Beard Award Winner.
Ann Sather’s (Lakeview)
909 W. Belmont Ave
A Chicago breakfast staple with one of the biggest/best cinnamon rolls the
city has to offer.
Tweet (Uptown)
5020 N. Sheridan Rd
Cash-only American comfort & gluten-free fare plus a full bar in art-filled
surrounds with a patio.
Kasama (Ukrainian Village)
1001 N Winchester Ave
Laid-back eatery serving creative sweet and savory pastries, plus Filipino
offerings, coffee, and wine. Featured on FX’s The Bear.
Uncle Mike’s Place (West Town)
1700 W Grand Ave
Cozy, no-frills American-Filipino joint serving hearty portions of all-day-
breakfast fare & lunch.
Bavette’s (River North)
218 W. Kinzie St
Upscale steakhouse with a New American menu in an ornate, dimly lit wood &
brick setting.
Gibson’s (River North)
1028 N. Rush St
Classic fare comes with a side of people-watching at the original location of
the chophouse chain.
Gene & Georgetti (River North)
500 N. Franklin St
Old-school Chicago steakhouse serving meat, seafood & Italian specialties in a
traditional setting.
GT Prime (River North)
707 N. Wells St
Edgy-chic steakhouse featuring mixed grill options & creative small plates,
plus cocktails & wines.
Tango Sur (Lakeview)
3763 N Southport Ave
Prime meats, empanadas & other options flavor the menu at this candlelit
Argentinian steakhouse.
Boeufhaus (Ukrainian Village)
1012 N Western Ave
Classic chops plus German-leaning apps & sides in a sleek exposed-brick
brasserie setting.
Leña Brava (West Loop)
900 W. Randolph St
Hip Rick Bayless spot for Baja-style seafood with a focus on wood-fire
cooking, plus mezcal & wine.
Joe’s Seafood (River North)
60 E. Grand Ave
Classic steak & seafood fare, including signature stone crab claws, served by
a tuxedo-clad staff.
Green Street Smoked Meats (West Loop)
112 N. Green St
Hip counter serve dishing house-smoked Texas BBQ & homey sides in woodsy,
warehouse like digs.
Twin Anchors (Lincoln Park)
1655 N. Sedgwick St
Old-school tavern & barbecue restaurant founded in 1932 & once frequented by
Frank Sinatra.
Fat Willy’s Rib Shack (Logan Square)
2416 W. Schubert Ave
BBQ classics, Southern eats & a full bar served in a funky, no-frills setting
with tables & a porch.
Carsons (Streeterville)
612 N. Wells St
Long-standing steakhouse serving slow-smoked American barbecue, like its
signature babyback ribs.
Smoque BBQ (Irving Park)
3800 N. Pulaski Rd
Popular BBQ spot slinging ribs, brisket, pulled pork & more in a basic space
with community tables.
Roost (Ravenswood & West Town)
1467 W. Irving Park Rd / 455 N. Milwaukee Ave
Spare, child-friendly offshoot of a food truck serving fried chicken & other
Southern comfort fare.
Manny’s (South Loop)
1141 S. Jefferson St
Storied, no-frills institution serving classic deli fare in a cafeteria-style
setting.
Bari (West Town)
1120 W. Grand Ave
Compact Italian deli & grocery serving takeaway sandwiches, salads, soups &
sides.
Fontano’s (The Loop & Little Italy)
332 S Michigan Ave / 1058 W Polk St
Hearty sub sandwiches served in a casual setting inside a small Italian
grocery store/deli.
JP Graziano’s (Fulton Market)
901 W Randolph St
Long-running Italian market & sandwich shop offering subs & specialty food
items since 1937.
Lyra (Fulton Market)
905 W Fulton Market
Fresh Greek fare offering indoor and outdoor seating with a wood hearth and
live music.
Andros Taverna (Logan Square)
2542 N Milwaukee Ave
Seasonal, Greek specialties and cocktails served in a contemporary space with
a patio.
Wiener Circle (Lincoln Park)
2622 N. Clark St
Famously surly staffers dole out char dogs & more at this tiny, cash-only
institution.
SuperDawg (Norwood Park)
6363 N. Milwaukee Ave
Classic circa-1948 drive-in where car hops deliver Chicago-style dogs, fries &
milkshakes.
Spacca Napoli (Ravenswood)
1769 W. Sunnyside Ave
Casual spot with Neapolitan-style thin-crust pizzas served in a rustic space
with patio seating.
Piece Pizza (Wicker Park)
1927 W. North Ave
Thin-crust pies & house brews in a sports-bar setting with karaoke and some
nights, live bands.
Art of Pizza (Lakeview)
3033 N. Ashland Ave
Deep-dish & thin-crust pies anchor a menu of pasta, ribs & more at this
counter-service pizzeria.
Pequod’s (Lincoln Park)
2207 N Clybourn Ave
Local institution known for deep-dish pizza with a caramelized crust, served
in a relaxed setting.
Coalfire (West Town & Lakeview)
1321 W Grand Ave / 3707 N Southport Ave
Casual pizzeria serving coal-oven pies with crispy thin crusts & premium
toppings, plus beer & wine.
Riccardo Trattori (Lincoln Park)
2119 N. Clark St
Cozy, casual restaurant with traditional dishes, many daily specials and a
varied wine list.
Monteverde (West Loop)
1020 W. Madison St
Stylish spot serving refined, contemporary Italian fare such as fresh pastas
and global wines.
Elina’s (West Town)
1202 W Grand Ave
Cozy Italian spot with pasta dishes and curated wines, plus complimentary
bread.
Piccolo Sogno (River North)
464 N Halsted St
Rustic Italian fare, including pizza from a wood-burning oven, a vast wine
list & garden seating.
Ciccio Mio (River North)
226 W Kinzie St
Classic Italian cooking & cocktails are presented in an elegant, low-lit
setting lined with art.
Velvet Taco (Multiple Locations)
Tacos with global flavors in a counter-service setting with beer & margaritas.
Fronteria Grill (River North)
445 N. Clark St
Chef Rick Bayless’ always busy flagship where creative Mexican fare is served
in a festive space.
Big Star (Wicker Park)
1531 N. Damen Ave
Mexican street food, margaritas & other drinks fuel a lively scene at this
funky hangout.
La Pasadita (Ukrainian Village)
1140 N. Ashland Ave
No-frills neighborhood taqueria serving counter-serve Mexican classics since
1976.
Tacombi (Wicker Park & Fulton Market)
1442 N Milwaukee Ave / 126 N Peoria St
Popular chain with authentic Mexican tacos.
La Vaca (Pilsen)
1160 W 18th St
Mexican outfit provides modern cuisine & specialty margaritas in cantina digs
with a spacious patio.
Broken English (The Loop & Lincoln Park)
75 E Lake St / 1400 N Wells St
Hip, mural-filled hangout featuring a compact Mexican menu, mezcal cocktails &
a seasonal patio.
Sabroso (West Town)
624 N Ashland Ave
Low-key venue offering a range of tacos, fajitas & burritos, plus enchiladas,
tostadas & desserts.
Au Cheval (West Loop)
800 W. Randolph St
The open kitchen at this upscale “diner” works with ingredients ranging from
bologna to foie gras.
Kuma’s Corner (Multiple Locations)
Busy, hopping pub known for its long list of creative burgers & its rock ‘n’
roll soundtrack.
Small Cheval (Multiple Locations)
A casual, fast-paced joint serving a stripped down menu of the essentials –
cheeseburgers, hamburgers, and fries.
The Loyalist (West Loop)
177 N Ada St #001
Rustic-chic gastropub with a seasonal patio offering specialty burgers,
handcut fries & wine.
Little Bad Wolf (Andersonville)
1541 W Bryn Mawr Ave
100+ beers, tons of whiskey & specialty cocktails are paired with comfort food
at this relaxed bar.
Momotaro (West Loop)
820 W. Lake St
Large venue with a huge Japanese menu served in a main dining room and lower-
level izakaya.
Sun Wah (Up Town)
5039 N. Broadway
Long-running Chinese eatery known for its Hong Kong-style BBQ dishes, plus
beer & cocktails.
SUSHI DOKKU (Fulton Market)
823 W Randolph St
Sushi, sashimi & Japanese small plates plus sake & cocktails in a chic,
minimalist setting.
Duck Duck Goat (West Loop)
857 W. Fulton Market
Creative Chinese fare from celeb chef Stephanie Izard served in buzzy,
ornately decorated surrounds.
Little Goat (Lake View)
3325 N Southport Ave
Stephanie Izard’s diner serving a huge menu of creative, gourmet takes on
comfort food classics.
Girl and the Goat (West Loop)
809 W. Randolph St
Hot spot where Stephanie Izard serves up innovative small plates from a
dramatic open kitchen.
Cabra (West Loop)
200 N Green St
Chic hotel rooftop for chef-driven Peruvian sharing plates & ceviche with
craft cocktails & views.
Cone Gourmet Ice Cream (West Loop)
1047 W. Madison St
This family-run neighborhood ice cream parlor with a retro vibe offers many
sweet treats & snacks.
Bombobar (West Loop)
832 W. Randolph St
Stay cool with housemade gelato by the scoop or in the cone.
Doughnut Vault (River North)
401 N. Franklin St
Tiny bakery selling a handful of donut choices each day until the stock runs
out.
Mindy’s Hot Chocolate (Wicker Park)
1747 N. Damen Ave
Hip family-friendly American eatery known for its seasonal fare, rich desserts
& hot chocolate.
Bang Bang Pie Shop (Logan Square)
2051 N. California Ave
Rustic bakery with a rotating menu of homemade sweet & savory pies & biscuits
for eat-in or takeout.
J Parker (Lincoln Park)
1816 N. Clark St
Handcrafted cocktails, a light New American menu & city views on the Hotel
Lincoln’s swanky rooftop.
Cindy’s Rooftop (The Loop)
12 S. Michigan Ave
Hip, stylish rooftop bar/eatery at the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel with
choice seasonal fare.
The Game Room (The Loop)
12 S. Michigan Ave
Retro cocktail lounge in Chicago Athletic Association Hotel with a bocce ball
bay, billiards & more.
Lone Wolf (West Loop)
806 W. Randolph St
Neighborhood tavern with an old-school vibe offering craft beers, classic
cocktails & bar bites.
Three Dots & Dash (River North)
435 N. Clark St
Tiki drinks (flaming options included), 200+ rums & luau bites in a retro
Polynesian-island setting.
The Drifter (River North)
676 N. Orleans St
Speakeasy underneath Green Door Tavern pouring craft cocktails & offering live
entertainment.
The Green Door Tavern (River North)
678 N. Orleans St
Long-running watering hole featuring, American fare & monthly improv in a
comfy, vintage setting.
Booze Box (West Loop)
823 W. Randolph St
Artful Japanese small plates & clever cocktails served in chill, modern digs
with an open kitchen.
The Violet Hour (Wicker Park)
1520 N. Damen Ave
Creative cocktails & small bites define this sophisticated, stylish bar.
Local Option (Lincoln Park)
1102 W. Webster Ave
Brewpub offering house beers & a rotating selection of craft brews, plus
Creole-style pub eats.
Revolution Brewery (Logan Square)
2323 N. Milwaukee Ave
Renovated warehouse in Logan Square serving up house-brewed suds & inventive
bar bites.
Moody Tongue (South Loop)
2136 S. Peoria St
Exotic beers are offered along with oysters & cake at this brewery tasting
room with a fireplace.
Longman & Eagle (Logan Square)
2657 N. Kedzie Ave
Hipster spot with modern farm-to-table fare & nose-to-tail eats plus whiskey &
craft cocktails.
The Aviary (Fulton Market)
955 W Fulton Market
Swanky cocktail lounge with intricate drinks in super creative presentations &
clever small bites.
Lazy Bird (Fulton Market)
200 N Green St
Stylish bar inside The Hoxton offering craft cocktails & live music amid
prohibition-chic decor.
Old Town Ale House (Old Town)
219 W North Ave
Laid-back dive bar near Second City with a storied past, old-school jukebox &
funky art. Cash only!
Moneygun (West Loop)
660 W Lake St
Hip, understated bar serving traditional cocktails, plus creative New American
small plates.
The Milkroom (The Loop)
12 S Michigan Ave
Cozy, stylish bar at the Chicago Athletic Association serving cocktails made
with rare ingredients.
Guinness Brewery (Fulton Market)
901 W Kinzie St
Only two in the US and Chirish favorite, brewery taproom, restaurant and
bakery.
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