People Watching

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Lyra is a big, buzzy Greek restaurant in Fulton Market with average food.

Adrian KaneJune 2, 2022

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Janellie's Kitchen is a Puerto Rican spot in Humboldt Park.

Jessica RomeApril 15, 2022

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Piece Pizzeria is serving New Haven Style pizzas, and it’s the ideal spot to hang out over pizza and beer with your friends.

Sam FayeJanuary 21, 2022

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Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba is a tapas in Lincoln Park restaurant that’s been around for a long time. It’s ideal for a lot of occasions.

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Sunda is an Asian-fusion restaurant in River North that’s been around for a while, but still has great food.

Adrian KaneJanuary 14, 2022

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Shake Shack's burgers live up to the hype, but the food love stops there. Local partnerships at least help give the first Chicago location some street cred.

Written bySam Faye

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Momotaro is a great Japanese restaurant in the West Loop.

Sam FayeJanuary 14, 2022

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Fresh, casual seafood that's ideal for any day involving a trip to the park.

Written bySam Faye

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Pub Royale is an Anglo-Indian pub serving cocktails and Indian-inspired food.

Sam FayeJanuary 14, 2022

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There’s no denying Big Star is an anchor tenant of the Wicker Park dining scene, but that doesn’t mean everyone feels the same way about it.

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Sam Faye & Claire SchlaflyJanuary 14, 2022

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Expat is a small patio. Literally. There's no inside. But it's a worthy spot for small plates and people watching when it's nice outside.

Written bySam Faye

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Fümare is home to an excellent sandwich that alone is worthwhile - Montreal style smoked meat on rye is where it’s at.

Written bySam Faye

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The Allis is open to the public on the first floor of Soho House, and it's a great place to settle in for coffee, food, and even your work.

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Mon Ami Gabi is a French bistro in an upscale Lincoln Park residential building.

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Excellent sandwiches are hiding on the second floor of Eataly. We tell you how to find them.

Written bySam Faye

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Gibsons is a classic Chicago steakhouse that deserves its reputation.

Adrian KaneJanuary 14, 2022

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Roister is a pricey, casual restaurant from the Alinea team located in the West Loop.

Written byAdrian Kane

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When you want dinner and a good time, hit Ronero in the West Loop. The Latin food is fine, but the vibes are great for a big night out.

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Cabra is a great Peruvian-inspired small plates restaurant in the West Loop.

Adrian KaneJanuary 14, 2022

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Happy Camper is a sports bar in Old Town that’s about eating pizza and socializing.

Caitlin DoermerJanuary 14, 2022