Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Lake View East, Chicago

Nathan G. • January 2, 2018Try the Tonkatsu Ramen ! Great serving size and delicious...

Grainne R. • June 21, 2016Intelligentsia is a fantastical coffee experience. The baristas lovingly create coffee concoctions. The pastries are pretty good too - try their savoury croissant and almond tart. Quality.

Ross A. • February 14, 2017Better selection and special donuts on the weekends - try the glazed lemon pistachio

Viral P. • December 7, 2012The atmosphere and holiday decor are a welcome treat after a long day at the office or for a fun night on the town. And yes, slushies are still awesome in the winter.

Steve P. • January 17, 2011I've tried the Seoul Sassy and Spicy Wings and they've both been phenomenal - do yourself a favor and try one of, if not both, of these wing varieties

Amanda C. • December 5, 2012The Gyros are awesome! Although, so is everything else! :)

Emily S. • November 6, 2016The Bellini juice is excellent - pear, grapefruit and lavender. Pricy, but worth it!

Allison K. • September 5, 2015Nandocas choice or the chicken wrap are my favorites .... Hottest sauce of course!! Get the fries with perinoise sauce

Sandrine A. • November 20, 2017Great place to be

John P. • October 15, 2016Interesting bar/pub, unexpectedly large and comfortable inside. Large brunch/lunch menu. Chick BLT was sizably good. Vanilla French Toast also very good. Nicely garnished Bloodies, we've seen better.

David D. • August 26, 2014Breakfast food at bargain prices! Unique Scandinavian options like potato pancakes and lingonberry sauce. The banana pecan French toast was made with cinnamon rolls and tasted extraordinary!

Michelle R. • August 10, 2016Everything was great! Especially loved goat cheese with bacon and dates. Corn was interesting but yummy.

Cristina D. • January 24, 2015Traditional Italian restaurant with a wood fired oven. Honestly, one of the best classic pizzas in Chicago! Love it!

Linda F. • August 4, 2014I love their sandwiches especially the caprese paninis! Great place to get some work done with free wifi and a cozy atmosphere!

Alison • May 8, 2022Very cool atmosphere. The donuts are so squishy and delicious, great creme brûlée latte!

Eater • April 15, 2016The quaint Lakeview daytime cafe has refined Mexican staples including breakfast tacos, breakfast burritos served in pairs, pretty veggie breakfast enchiladas, and much more.

Alfie M. • March 2, 2023is having Fresh Broiled Lake Superior Whitefish served with chilled crisp dill pickle spears, freshly baked egg challah and bread basket.

Jamie I. • October 7, 2022Large cafe, plenty of space, fast and efficient baristas! GREAT place to watch the runners zoom by on Marathon Sunday!!

Ali Y. • August 14, 2014Crepes are delicious. Try BananaSara, their speciality. Nutella crepe was decent as well.

David D. • August 30, 2014Fantastic Chicago style hot dogs! Order one of the tastiest dogs you have ever had with the works!

Steve L. • August 7, 2013Try the - Beef Acebolado! Thin sliced hand cut Angus steak, seasoned and marinated, served with seared onions, Brazilian vinaigrette with rice and beans.

Eoghan C. • March 12, 2017Delicious alternative brunch! Baklawa crepes and Turkish coffee both not to be missed! Will be back for dinner menu!

d(r)e n. • July 23, 2011Unbelievable thin crust. Took shelter here on a rainy day and has become favorite pizzeria! Fried dough is yummy too!

Brian J. M. • August 9, 2013Love, love, love the patio. Very chill and roomy. Perfect quiet place for a date or with someone you just want to talk to without yelling and stressing your vocal chords like I do...

Adam R. • February 19, 2014It was amazing. Little dive seafood place with great music and amazing snow crab.

Melody L. • January 2, 2016The apple fritter is amazing. Warm it up and enjoy. Donuts are great too. Friendly and fast. Clean. Hot chocolate could be better, was a little watery and not creamy. Very popular.

Lemon F. • April 3, 2016Good food at an affordable price!

Chicago magazine • April 16, 2012Try the seared scallops with a sweet-corn sauce, and the tamales—no matter the flavor of the day—are first-rate. Excellent service and fine homemade hot chocolate.

Eric M. • September 14, 2014Start with the shrimp & green papaya salad. Order at least one of the scallops. And make sure to leave from for a slice of Basque cake.

Patrick H. • December 2, 2012Family owned since the early 60's. Diner food the way it should be, simple and delicious.