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#51
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Falafel & Grill

Chicago, Illinois

Middle Eastern restaurant

Compact eatery offering falafels, gyros & other basics for dine-in & delivery until late.

86.7
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#52
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Doc B's Restaurant (Gold Coast)

Chicago, Illinois

Restaurant

Small-chain American spot offering seasonal comfort food in stylish, contemporary surroundings.

86.6
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#53
Moody restaurant interior with polished service

Cucina Paradiso

Chicago, Illinois

Italian restaurant

Lively, contemporary spot for small & large plates of updated Italian classics & thin-crust pizzas.

86.6
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#54
Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House

Chicago, Illinois

Seafood restaurant

Upscale seafood restaurant in a contemporary setting famous for its crab cakes, steaks & frog legs.

86.6
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#55
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Sweet Maple Cafe

Chicago, Illinois

American restaurant

Country-style comfort food including all-day breakfasts & hearty lunches served in a homey space.

86.6
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#56
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Giordano's

Chicago, Illinois

Pizza restaurant

Known for deep-dish pizza, this casual chain serves other classic Italian food, plus beer & wine.

86.5
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#57
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Riccardo Enoteca

Chicago, Illinois

Italian restaurant

Cozy wine bar serving Italian small plates & pizza in a space with polished wood & nautical photos.

86.5
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#58
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PLANTA Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Vegan restaurant

Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great tea selection.

86.5
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#59
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The Pasta Bowl - Lincoln Park

Chicago, Illinois

Italian restaurant

Hearty Italian dishes like panini, salads & lots of pasta in a casual space with an open kitchen.

86.4
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#60
Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood

Au Cheval

Chicago, Illinois

American restaurant

Diner with an open kitchen using ingredients ranging from bologna to foie gras.

86.3
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#61
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The Chicago Diner

Chicago, Illinois

Diner

Hearty plates of diverse vegetarian & vegan diner fare dished out in casual surrounds.

86.2
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#62
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Protein Bar & Kitchen

Chicago, Illinois

Health food restaurant

Health-minded local chain for smoothies, salads, burritos & more in an upscale fast-food format.

86.2
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#63
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Big G's Pizza

Chicago, Illinois

Pizza restaurant

Casual stop for creative slices, with toppings like mac 'n' cheese, plus wings & salads, open late.

86.1
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#64
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

Chicago, Illinois

Pizza restaurant

Family-owned local chain for Italian classics & Chicago-style, deep-dish pizzas with buttery crusts.

86.0
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#65
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Erie Cafe

Chicago, Illinois

Steak house

Steakhouse offering prime meats amid cedar and brick decor, with riverside seating in the summer.

86.0
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#66
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Doña Tola

Chicago, Illinois

Mexican restaurant

Cozy restaurant serving traditional Mexican cooking & cocktails amid a laid-back ambiance.

85.9
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#67
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Angelina Ristorante

Chicago, Illinois

Italian restaurant

Longtime neighborhood standby for classic Italian dining & champagne brunch amid old-world decor.

85.9
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#68
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Dave’s Hot Chicken

Chicago, Illinois

Chicken restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.

85.9
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#69
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Alps Pancake House

Chicago, Illinois

Breakfast restaurant

Classic diner-style breakfast & lunch in a straight-up setting with counter, table & booth seating.

85.9
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#70
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

Chicago, Illinois

Pizza restaurant

Family-owned local chain for Italian classics & Chicago-style, deep-dish pizzas with buttery crusts.

85.8
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#71
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Greek Islands

Chicago, Illinois

Greek restaurant

Taverna-style eatery serving family-style Greek & Mediterranean comfort food mainstays.

85.7
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#72
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Bari Foods

Chicago, Illinois

Deli

Compact Italian deli & grocery serving takeaway sandwiches, salads, soups & sides.

85.7
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#73
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Elephant & Castle

Chicago, Illinois

Restaurant

Chain with a British pub feel serving beers on tap & classic fare, such as fish ’n’ chips.

85.7
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#74
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Wolfy's

Chicago, Illinois

Hot dog restaurant

Well-known hot dog joint established in 1967, also serving eats including burgers, salads & fries.

85.7
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#75
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S2 Southside Bar & Grill

Chicago, Illinois

Restaurant

Identifies as Black-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout.

85.7
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