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Rice'N Bread
Rice'N Bread is a great casual spot in Wrigleyville with a mix of American diner classics along with some Japanese and Korean dishes.
Kimski
Kimski is a Korean spot that's part of Maria’s Community Tavern in Bridgeport, and it’s an excellent spot for a casual meal and drinks.
La Nonna
La Nonna is an all-day, Italian-Argentine restaurant in Avondale that's great for a catch-up with friends or a relaxed date night.
Cafe Tola #2
Cafe Tola in Avondale is a fantastic, counter-service Mexican restaurant with a fun retro-themed space and excellent empanadas.
The Wolfhound Bar and Kitchen
The Wolfhound Bar and Kitchen is an Irish pub in Avondale with tasty classic Irish dishes and great Guinness pours.
Honey Butter Fried Chicken
Honey Butter is a casual spot in Avondale serving fried chicken that’s really good.
Ken Kee Restaurant
Ken Kee is a casual restaurant in Chinatown that works well for a lot of occasions.
Old Lviv
Old Lviv is a decades-old Ukrainian restaurant in Ukrainian Village with a great buffet and a fully stocked bar.
Velour
Velour is a restaurant and cafe near O'Hare with great desserts and creative takes on classic Ukrainian dishes.
Marina's Bistro And Rum Bar
Go to Marina’s for a jibarito and fantastic rum cocktails in a tropical space.