Quality BBQ exists, and you don’t need to head south. Irving Park is where it’s at.

Quick, easy, and delicious Southern style fried chicken. Roost Carolina Kitchen is a great spot.

Smalls is literally a shack. But it’s a shack with great American BBQ and Asian combinations, plus some of the best fried chicken in town.

Raisu is a casual spot in Albany Park that serves high-quality sushi.

Ixcateco is a Mexican restaurant in Irving Park that has the best of both worlds. Fine dining quality Mexican food in a laid back and BYOB setting.

Eris Brewery serves cider, beer, and bar food in an old Masonic Temple in Old Irving Park.

Old Irving Brewery is a brewery in Old Irving Park with great beer, solid food, and a lot of space for groups.