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21 Great Chicago Restaurants For Dining Solo
Eating alone can be good for you. Here are the best places in Chicago to do it.
Where To Get Some Pasta And A Glass Of Wine By Yourself
Eating carbohydrates by yourself is a beautiful thing. Here’s where to do it.
Where To Get A Burger And A Beer By Yourself
10 places for when you're looking for a little solitude, a bartender who respects boundaries, and a very good burger.
Where To Have A Last-Minute Dinner
Don’t panic if you need a last-minute reservation. These are good places you can actually get into.
Where To Take Yourself Out On A Date
Your self-confidence is through the roof—take yourself out on a date.
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Where To Get Some Pasta And A Glass Of Wine By Yourself
Eating carbohydrates by yourself is a beautiful thing. Here’s where to do it.
Italian Homemade Company
The name says it all—delicious handmade pasta in a slightly corporate space.
Zhangliang Malatang
Zhangliang Malatang is a Chinese chain restaurant in Chinatown that's a solid option for individual hot pot or dry pot.
Where To Get A Burger And A Beer By Yourself
10 places for when you're looking for a little solitude, a bartender who respects boundaries, and a very good burger.
Bocaditos
Bocaditos is a refreshing change of pace from Randolph Street’s infamously boozy taco spots.
Phodega
Phodega is a small counter-service spot with great pho that also sells corner store essentials.
21 Great Chicago Restaurants For Dining Solo
Eating alone can be good for you. Here are the best places in Chicago to do it.
Torteria San Lenchito
Torteria San Lenchito is a small Mexican restaurant in Albany Park with fantastic tortas.
Kajiken
Kajiken is a Japanese mazesoba bar in Chinatown and one of the only spots in Chicago to get abura soba.
Warlord
Warlord is a fantastic Avondale restaurant with an ever-changing menu full of vegetables, meat, and seafood cooked with live fire.
Nomonomo Japanese Pub + Grill
Nomonomo is a Logan Square izakaya from the same team behind Ramen Wasabi next door.