Essen und Restaurants in Chicago

“Best & most crowded patio in the city in the heart of wicker park neighborhood; good tacos, great whiskey list and killer margaritas”

“The gourmet restaurant that kick started Logan Square. This locally owned favorite is elegant and up style. It happens to be right on the square, surrounded by shops and fun people watching.”

“Foodies and gourmet buff will like this place. Has a full bar, tavern style, and high end food offerings. This place is upbeat and often loud on Friday's and Saturdays -- but exciting if you're in the mood to celebrate.”

“Beer brewing on premises, 15+ fresh varieties on tap. Great pub food. If it's crowded, wait in the front and order bacon/parmesean popcorn or giant hot Bavarian pretzels.”

“One of the best places to be in the summer! Huge outdoor patio. Enjoy the famous negroni slushi while playing ping pong with friends!”

“If there's ever a discussion about the best burger in Chicago, Au Cheval is in that discussion (I put it in the top three for sure). It even has smaller satellite locations around town called Small Cheval, where you'll get more of a traditional diner atmosphere as opposed to the main restaurants upscale diner feel.”

“Great cocktails and food. Don’t leave before midnight when chocolate chip cookies are served.”

“Instead of the uber expensive restaurant, head up to the lounge on the 96th floor of the Hancock building and get an incredible view. (Our favorite/cheapest sightseeing hack!) Enjoy specialties, sweets or drinks.”

“The gourmet restaurant that kick started Logan Square. This locally owned favorite is elegant and up style. It happens to be right on the square, surrounded by shops and fun people watching.”

“If you like donuts, you need to go to Stan's. Nutella stuffed pockets. Pistachio cake. Blueberry fritter. Line can build but goes fast. ”

“This BYOB serves comfort food with a twist, such as grilled cheese with tomato-fennel soup.”

“This is Pilsen’s original coffee shop. Decent food, good homemade soups as well. Treat yourself to a Choco Espresso. A newer shop is located in the Damen Pink Line stop at 2010 S Damen”

“The Dark Matter Coffee company, a tried-and-true Chicago brand, has shops across the city, including a location in Ukrainian Village called Star Lounge Coffee Bar. Local art is hung on burnt-orange walls and there’s a long bar that you can belly-up to and order a Unicorn Blood blended roast. In the warmer months the patio is open, and you can bring your four-legged friend to join you in the sun. This is a great place to go to meet friends or to sit for a spell with a good book. And, if you get hungry, there are little nibbles and noshes to satiate you.”

“'80s-themed rustic coffee shop, complete with a DeLorean, pouring locally roasted coffee.”

“Mario Batali's Italian specialty store and food hall. The cannoli are worth the trip alone. You can get tons of gifts and rare wines and delicious food. A bit touristy for sure, but stands up to the hype. ”

“Map Room has wonderful beer selection. Cash is preferred but cards are accepted. Can get crowded quickly. So, if you want a seat, get there early!”

“Wicker Park-Best Pies hands down, worth the trip! Think, gramma's kitchen, where you can only get the pie of the day. Each day they bake a choice of three different pies so on any given day, your choices will not be the same as yesterday. ”

“You can stop here for coffee and bagels etc in the am but this place is known for wood-fired pizza, just down the block from Longman. We eat it almost once a week like clockwork... ”

“If you like donuts, you need to go to Stan's. Nutella stuffed pockets. Pistachio cake. Blueberry fritter. Line can build but goes fast. ”

“Under 1 mile away: "Oh, Stephanie Izard, how we love thee. And while, yes, to get the full Top Chef treatment you might want to give her more famous – and more expensive – Girl & the Goat a try, casual-offshoot Little Goat Diner is a definite go-to, in our eyes. Featuring a combo of classic diner fare and funky, chef-y options, Little Goat is the perfect mix of adventure and the familiar." --UrbanMatter”

“Great breakfast and lunch. Bliss cakes are amazing. Great bakery and they hired the baker from Swedish bakery when the closed which was the oldest bakery in Chicago!”

“Local favorite for breakfast, lunch, pastries and desserts. They also have a nice dinner menu and lovely patio for outside dining in the heart of Lincoln Square across from the fountain. ”

“A culinary staple of Hyde Park! Medici has both a sit-down restaurant and a café, so that no matter which experience you're feeling up for, it's got you covered.”

“Cakes, cookies, cupcakes, tea, coffee, & more! They also have a quiet indoor space separate from the bakery if you need a remote workspace.”