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Chiya Chai is one of Chicago.

1. Chiya Chai

8.5
2770 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Himalayan Restaurant · Logan Square · 19 tips and reviews
Passion House Coffee Roasters is one of Chicago.

2. Passion House Coffee Roasters

2631 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Logan Square · 6 tips and reviews
Lonesome Rose is one of Chicago.

3. Lonesome Rose

8.9
2101 N California Ave (Point Street), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Logan Square · 20 tips and reviews
The Heavy Feather is one of Chicago.

4. The Heavy Feather

8.4
2357 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 12 tips and reviews
Three Dots and a Dash is one of Chicago.

5. Three Dots and a Dash

8.5
435 N Clark St (btwn Illinois & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Tiki Bar · Near North Side · 223 tips and reviews
The Barrelhouse Flat is one of Chicago.

6. The Barrelhouse Flat

2624 N Lincoln Ave (at W Wrightwood Ave), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Lincoln Park · 90 tips and reviews
Scofflaw is one of Chicago.

7. Scofflaw

9.3
3201 W Armitage Ave (at Kedzie Ave), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 149 tips and reviews
The Violet Hour is one of Chicago.

8. The Violet Hour

9.1
1520 N Damen Ave (at Pierce Ave), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · Wicker Park · 256 tips and reviews
The Whistler is one of Chicago.

9. The Whistler

9.0
2421 N Milwaukee Ave (at W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 110 tips and reviews
Pub Royale is one of Chicago.

10. Pub Royale

2049 W Division St (btwn Damen Ave & Hoyne Ave), Chicago, IL
Pub · Ukrainian Village · 32 tips and reviews
Ipsento 606 is one of Chicago.

11. Ipsento 606

9.4
1813 N Milwaukee Ave (Leavitt), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Bucktown · 35 tips and reviews
New Wave Coffee is one of Chicago.

12. New Wave Coffee

7.6
3103 W Logan Blvd (at N Milwaukee Ave), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Logan Square · 114 tips and reviews
Eataly is one of Chicago.

13. Eataly

9.1
43 E Ohio St (at N Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
Gourmet Store · Near North Side · 408 tips and reviews
The Publican is one of Chicago.

14. The Publican

8.9
837 W Fulton Market (at N Green St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton Market · 358 tips and reviews
Little Goat Diner is one of Chicago.

15. Little Goat Diner

820 W Randolph St (at Green St), Chicago, IL
Diner · Fulton Market · 472 tips and reviews
Museum of Science and Industry is one of Chicago.

16. Museum of Science and Industry

9.3
5700 S Lake Shore Dr (at 57th Dr), Chicago, IL
Science Museum · 407 tips and reviews
The Art Institute of Chicago is one of Chicago.

17. The Art Institute of Chicago

9.5
111 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe St & Jackson Dr), Chicago, IL
Art Museum · Grant Park · 685 tips and reviews
The Aviary is one of Chicago.

18. The Aviary

8.8
955 W Fulton Market (at Morgan St.), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Fulton Market · 175 tips and reviews
The Chicago Diner is one of Chicago.

19. The Chicago Diner

8.9
3411 N Halsted St (at Roscoe St), Chicago, IL
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Lake View East · 206 tips and reviews
Cesar's Killer Margaritas is one of Chicago.

20. Cesar's Killer Margaritas

6.8
3166 N Clark St (at W Belmont Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Lakeview · 73 tips and reviews
Bobtail Ice Cream Company is one of Chicago.

21. Bobtail Ice Cream Company

2951 N Broadway St (at W Wellington Ave), Chicago, IL
Ice Cream Parlor · Lake View East · 86 tips and reviews
Native Foods is one of Chicago.

22. Native Foods

1023 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Lakeview · 99 tips and reviews
Intelligentsia Coffee is one of Chicago.

23. Intelligentsia Coffee

9.1
3123 N Broadway St (at W Barry Ave), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Lake View East · 112 tips and reviews
Lincoln Park is one of Chicago.

24. Lincoln Park

9.3
N Lake Shore Dr (btwn Glenlake Ave & Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · Lincoln Park · 43 tips and reviews
Lakefront Trail is one of Chicago.

25. Lakefront Trail

9.5
Lake Michigan Lakefront (at N Lake Shore Dr), Chicago, IL
Hiking Trail · Grant Park · 133 tips and reviews
Gino's East is one of Chicago.

26. Gino's East

8.1
162 E Superior St (btwn Fairbanks Ct & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Streeterville · 273 tips and reviews
Lincoln Park Zoo is one of Chicago.

27. Lincoln Park Zoo

9.2
2001 N Clark St (btwn Fullerton Pkwy & LaSalle Dr), Chicago, IL
Zoo · Lincoln Park · 283 tips and reviews
Wrigley Field is one of Chicago.

28. Wrigley Field

9.2
1060 W Addison St (btwn Sheffield Ave & Clark St), Chicago, IL
Baseball Stadium · Wrigleyville · 573 tips and reviews
Heritage Bicycles is one of Chicago.

29. Heritage Bicycles

9.1
2959 N Lincoln Avenue (Wellington), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Lakeview · 67 tips and reviews
Pick Me Up Café is one of Chicago.

30. Pick Me Up Café

3408 N Clark St (at N Sheffield Ave), Chicago, IL
Diner · Lakeview · 140 tips and reviews

CJ U.CJ Urban: Vegan + Wrigleyville = Heaven. Vegan Blueberry Pie is to die for, Soy Chai Latte, Vegan Northwoods Chili, Cuppy Vegan Burrito, and kind, fast and friendly service. #Wrigleyville #Vegan #Chicago

Sultan's Market is one of Chicago.

31. Sultan's Market

8.3
2057 W North Ave (at N Hoyne Ave), Chicago, IL
Falafel Restaurant · Wicker Park · 76 tips and reviews
Lincoln Park Conservatory is one of Chicago.

32. Lincoln Park Conservatory

9.2
2391 N Stockton Dr (at Fullerton Pkwy), Chicago, IL
Garden · Lincoln Park · 58 tips and reviews
Green City Market is one of Chicago.

33. Green City Market

9.4
1790 N Clark St (btwn Dickens Ave & LaSalle Dr), Chicago, IL
Farmers Market · Lincoln Park · 56 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Fruits, veggies and more, oh my! A summer (and year-round) farmers' market staple in the city. Arrive early and bring an appetite for some of the unique market finds.

Scooter's Frozen Custard is one of Chicago.

34. Scooter's Frozen Custard

9.2
1658 W Belmont Ave (at Paulina St.), Chicago, IL
Ice Cream Parlor · Lakeview · 60 tips and reviews
Stanley's Fresh Fruits and Vegetables is one of Chicago.

35. Stanley's Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

1558 N Elston Ave (at North Ave), Chicago, IL
Fruit and Vegetable Store · 62 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Anybody who says it's expensive to eat organic has never been to Stanley's. This market is crazy cheap—typical finds include a pound of organic carrots for a buck.

Next Door is one of Chicago.

36. Next Door

659 W Diversey Pkwy (N Clark St), Chicago, IL
Coworking Space · Park West · 65 tips and reviews
Guthrie's Tavern is one of Chicago.

37. Guthrie's Tavern

8.9
1300 W Addison St (at Lakewood Ave), Chicago, IL
Bar · Lakeview · 63 tips and reviews
DryHop Brewers is one of Chicago.

38. DryHop Brewers

8.8
3155 N Broadway St (btwn W Briar Pl & W Belmont Ave), Chicago, IL
Brewery · Lake View East · 104 tips and reviews
Pastoral is one of Chicago.

39. Pastoral

2945 N Broadway St (at Wellington Ave.), Chicago, IL
Cheese Store · Lake View East · 21 tips and reviews
Gaslight Coffee Roasters is one of Chicago.

40. Gaslight Coffee Roasters

9.0
2385 N Milwaukee Ave (at W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Logan Square · 88 tips and reviews
Chicago Diner is one of Chicago.

41. Chicago Diner

8.7
2333 N Milwaukee Ave (at W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Logan Square · 84 tips and reviews
Lula Cafe is one of Chicago.

42. Lula Cafe

9.3
2537 N Kedzie Blvd (btwn Linden & Logan Sq.), Chicago, IL
Café · Logan Square · 257 tips and reviews
Revolution Brewing is one of Chicago.

43. Revolution Brewing

9.2
2323 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn N California & W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Brewery · Logan Square · 391 tips and reviews
Do-Rite Donuts & Coffee is one of Chicago.

44. Do-Rite Donuts & Coffee

50 W Randolph St (at N Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Donut Shop · The Loop · 112 tips and reviews
L'Patron Tacos is one of Chicago.

45. L'Patron Tacos

8.9
3749 W Fullerton Ave (btwn California & Mozart), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Logan Square · 119 tips and reviews
Longman & Eagle is one of Chicago.

46. Longman & Eagle

9.3
2657 N Kedzie Ave (at W Schubert Ave), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Logan Square · 351 tips and reviews
The Boiler Room is one of Chicago.

47. The Boiler Room

2210 N California Ave (btwn Lyndale St & Palmer St), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Logan Square · 153 tips and reviews
Revival Food Hall is one of Chicago.

48. Revival Food Hall

8.6
125 S Clark St (W Adams St), Chicago, IL
Food Court · The Loop · 54 tips and reviews

49. Big Star

9.0
1531 N Damen Ave (at N Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Wicker Park · 572 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Try the michelada from our 100 Best list: We know it contains Tecate, Cholula and Valentina hot sauces, and Maggi. Oh, and we’re certain it's delicious, alleviates hangovers & might just cure cancer.

The Wormhole Coffee is one of Chicago.

50. The Wormhole Coffee

9.2
1462 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Honore St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Wicker Park · 248 tips and reviews

51. Eleven City Diner

8.9
1112 S Wabash Ave (btwn 11th St & Roosevelt Rd), Chicago, IL
Diner · South Loop · 301 tips and reviews

ElevenEleven: can you say....OLD SCHOOL BREAKFAST ALL DAY ????

52. Frontera Grill

8.4
445 N Clark St (btwn Illinois St & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 257 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: This brunch from celeb chef Rick Bayless is not to be missed—too bad it’s served only on Saturdays. Be sure to check out the huevos “Fronterizos” with sausage and biscuits. Read more.

Intelligentsia Coffee Bar is one of Chicago.

53. Intelligentsia Coffee Bar

2642 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn N Sawyer Ave & N Kedzie Ave), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Logan Square · 61 tips and reviews
Cafe Con Leche is one of Chicago.

54. Cafe Con Leche

8.7
2714 N Milwaukee Ave (at N. Sawyer Ave.), Chicago, IL
Latin American Restaurant · Logan Square · 64 tips and reviews
Bang Bang Pie Shop is one of Chicago.

55. Bang Bang Pie Shop

9.3
2051 N California Ave (at N Point St), Chicago, IL
Pie Shop · Logan Square · 120 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Don't overlook the coffee (Bang Bang roasts its own), the insane biscuits (with a spread of housemade jams & butters) or the huge yard, strung with lights & filled with picnic tables & lush greenery. Read more.

Taquería Moran is one of Chicago.

56. Taquería Moran

8.1
2226 N California Ave, Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Logan Square · 74 tips and reviews
The Radler is one of Chicago.

57. The Radler

2375 N Milwaukee Ave (Fullerton), Chicago, IL
German Restaurant · Logan Square · 50 tips and reviews

AnnaAnna: Excellent food, excellent drink, excellent service. Get a pretzel, some sausages, and a radler and experience bliss.

Billy Sunday is one of Chicago.

58. Billy Sunday

8.9
3143 W Logan Blvd (Logan and Kedzie), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 72 tips and reviews

Jamie J.Jamie Jones: Love the Old Fashion and Fernet & Ginger! Always a great experience!

Lost Lake is one of Chicago.

59. Lost Lake

3154 W Diversey Ave (at Kedzie Blvd), Chicago, IL
Tiki Bar · Logan Square · 53 tips and reviews

Heather D.Heather D: I'm a fan of ...- but this place is even better. A good vibe with attentive staff. The drinks were incredible. I'll certainly be back.

Baker Miller is one of Chicago.

60. Baker Miller

4610 N Western Ave (Wilson), Chicago, IL
Bakery · Ravenswood · 22 tips and reviews

Amy G.Amy Graff: Delicious coffee with oat milk, granola, pastries galore, exceptional grits, and gorgeous specials like pot pie. Try the toast if only for the bevvy of wonderful house made butters and jams available.

The Book Cellar is one of Chicago.

61. The Book Cellar

8.5
4736 N Lincoln Ave (btwn W Lawrence Ave & W Leland Ave), Chicago, IL
Bookstore · Ravenswood · 34 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Discover a unique 2-in-1 bookstore and cozy café serving coffee and wine in the heart of Lincoln Square, hosting events such as Essay Fiesta and Local Author Night.

Taqueria El Asadero is one of Chicago.

62. Taqueria El Asadero

8.8
2213 W Montrose Ave (at N Lincoln Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · North Center · 60 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Their small grill and constant traffic means you're always getting steak cooked and then chopped to-order. It's hands-down one of the best meat and tortilla options in a meat and potatoes town. Read more.

Cellar Door Provisions is one of Chicago.

63. Cellar Door Provisions

8.2
3025 W Diversey Ave (Sacramento), Chicago, IL
Café · Logan Square · 27 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: The quiche is a showstopper. Onion confit is encased in the most delicate, airy, cloudlike melt-in-your-mouth egg custard. The crust is buttery and doesn't shatter like some. We were dazzled. Read more.

Hopewell Brewing Company is one of Chicago.

64. Hopewell Brewing Company

8.7
2760 N Milwaukee Ave (Milwaukee and Diversey), Chicago, IL
Brewery · Logan Square · 28 tips and reviews

Aya F.Aya F: Awesome owners and staff! Beautiful interior. 4 big (& clean) bathrooms! Try the flight first, see what you like and order many pints while playing games🍻 👶🏻🐶 friendly! Best brewery in town✨🙏🏽✨

Cindy's is one of Chicago.

65. Cindy's

8.9
12 S Michigan Ave (btwn E Madison & E Monroe St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · The Loop · 146 tips and reviews

ChicagoistChicagoist: This rooftop bar atop the Chicago Athletic Association hotel boasts incredible cocktails, a gorgeous design and a view of Millennium Park unmatched by any other bar in Chicago. Read more.

Chicago Athletic Association is one of Chicago.

66. Chicago Athletic Association

9.3
12 S Michigan Ave (at E Madison St), Chicago, IL
Hotel · The Loop · 58 tips and reviews

StefanieStefanie: Cool spot on Millennium Park. Several spots within for food/drinks. Skip the more formal Cherry Circle Room & head to Cindy's for great shared plates (meatballs!) and a stunning view.

Sawada Coffee is one of Chicago.

67. Sawada Coffee

9.2
112 N Green St, Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · West Town · 66 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Try the military latte, which is a unique combo of matcha green tea, espresso and a little cocoa. It isn't sweet, but it's creamy and flavorful. As you can see, the owner truly is a latte art master.

Bad Hunter is one of Chicago.

68. Bad Hunter

802 W Randolph St (btwn Halsted St & Green St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton Market · 32 tips and reviews

OliviaOlivia: Fried sunchokes were amazing! Lemon & sweet potato tempura perfectly complemented each other.

Mi Tocaya Antojería is one of Chicago.

69. Mi Tocaya Antojería

8.8
2800 W Logan Blvd (California), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Logan Square · 20 tips and reviews
The Bakery at Fat Rice is one of Chicago.

70. The Bakery at Fat Rice

8.6
2951 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL
Bakery · Logan Square · 3 tips and reviews
Dove's Luncheonette is one of Chicago.

71. Dove's Luncheonette

9.2
1545 N Damen Ave (btwn Milwaukee Ave & Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Diner · Wicker Park · 95 tips and reviews

Martin H.Martin Hecko: Get the chile relleno. Crunchy, with wonder cheese filling and tangy sauce. Not at all greasy.

Roister is one of Chicago.

72. Roister

8.5
951 W Fulton Market (Morgan), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton Market · 38 tips and reviews

Stephen S.Stephen Smythe: Make sure you do a tasting menu and ideally in the Prep Kitchen. Ignore the naysayers confused by a casual concept. The fried chicken with sun choke salsa is amazing.

The Loyalist is one of Chicago.

73. The Loyalist

9.1
177 N Ada St, Chicago, IL
Restaurant · Fulton Market · 20 tips and reviews

JuliannaJulianna: New (ignore the rating). Lower level. Cocktails were worthy. Hamburger is a solid 10. All appetizers were delish.

The Doughnut Vault is one of Chicago.

74. The Doughnut Vault

111 N Canal St, Chicago, IL
Donut Shop · West Loop · 15 tips and reviews