Heather’s Favorite Logan Square Places
Our Favorite Restaurants
There are so many great restaurants in our area but here are few of our favorites.
Lula Cafe opened their doors in 1999, around the same time we moved into the neighborhood. I still remember how excited we were to see them open! This family owned restaurant has been leading the "farm to table" movement for years. The neighborhood adores Lula's for their delicious, organic dishes, good vibes, and tremendous heart and soul. Lula's has also received favorable reviews from the New York Times, Food and Wine, and Bon Appetit to name a few. Don't miss this quintessential Logan Square experience.
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Lula Cafe
2537 N Kedzie BlvdLula Cafe opened their doors in 1999, around the same time we moved into the neighborhood. I still remember how excited we were to see them open! This family owned restaurant has been leading the "farm to table" movement for years. The neighborhood adores Lula's for their delicious, organic dishes, good vibes, and tremendous heart and soul. Lula's has also received favorable reviews from the New York Times, Food and Wine, and Bon Appetit to name a few. Don't miss this quintessential Logan Square experience.
We love this place! Delicious food, welcoming and attentive staff, killer drinks, great music, TV's for sports, inside/outside. We go early and take the entire family. Very fun place for all ages.
Federales Logan
We love this place! Delicious food, welcoming and attentive staff, killer drinks, great music, TV's for sports, inside/outside. We go early and take the entire family. Very fun place for all ages.
Cozy Corner is the beloved neighborhood diner that has been serving our Logan Square neighborhood for over 45 years! Their omelettes and pancakes are our favorite but there are lots of great options. The staff is always very warm, welcoming and efficient. You do not have to wait for coffee at this place. Cozy is right next to the California blue line EL stop (7 minute walk).
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Cozy Corner Restaurant and Pancake House
2294 N Milwaukee AveCozy Corner is the beloved neighborhood diner that has been serving our Logan Square neighborhood for over 45 years! Their omelettes and pancakes are our favorite but there are lots of great options. The staff is always very warm, welcoming and efficient. You do not have to wait for coffee at this place. Cozy is right next to the California blue line EL stop (7 minute walk).
Fresh sushi in a laid back, very casual, family friendly restaurant. Always one of our go-to's.
Sushi Taku-Logan Square
2283 N Milwaukee AveFresh sushi in a laid back, very casual, family friendly restaurant. Always one of our go-to's.
Always delicious and beautiful Greek restaurant serving sophisticated Mediterranean food. Would eat here every day of the week if we could! Rooted in tradition while highlighting quality products. In warmer months, it is buzzing with the walls up and the patio open. In 2021, Esquire Magazine named them one of "40 Best New Restaurants in America."
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Andros Taverna
2542 North Milwaukee AvenueAlways delicious and beautiful Greek restaurant serving sophisticated Mediterranean food. Would eat here every day of the week if we could! Rooted in tradition while highlighting quality products. In warmer months, it is buzzing with the walls up and the patio open. In 2021, Esquire Magazine named them one of "40 Best New Restaurants in America."
Acclaimed Chef Diana Davila, shares divine dishes inspired by her Mexican heritage. It can be hard to get a reservation but if you do, it is so worth it. The margaritas are must too.
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Mi Tocaya Antojería
2800 W Logan BlvdAcclaimed Chef Diana Davila, shares divine dishes inspired by her Mexican heritage. It can be hard to get a reservation but if you do, it is so worth it. The margaritas are must too.
If you are a foodie that loves a fantastic meal in a cool, casual place, with the best whisky drinks in town, look no further.
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Longman & Eagle
2657 N Kedzie AveIf you are a foodie that loves a fantastic meal in a cool, casual place, with the best whisky drinks in town, look no further.
Some mean margaritas and tacos. Located just a couple of blocks east of us. Definitely a must when the weather is nice and their spacious roof top deck is open.
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Lonesome Rose
2101 N California AveSome mean margaritas and tacos. Located just a couple of blocks east of us. Definitely a must when the weather is nice and their spacious roof top deck is open.
Directly east of house just a couple blocks away. On weekend mornings, there is usually always a line. Homemade pie for breakfast is always a good idea! Their biscuits and breakfast sandwiches are delicious too. In the warmer months, people hang out in the back on the picnic benches.
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Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits
2051 N California AveDirectly east of house just a couple blocks away. On weekend mornings, there is usually always a line. Homemade pie for breakfast is always a good idea! Their biscuits and breakfast sandwiches are delicious too. In the warmer months, people hang out in the back on the picnic benches.
Testaccio never disappoints if you love homemade, traditional Roman dishes in a wood-burning oven. Drinks are always on point.
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Testaccio Chicago
2456 N California AveTestaccio never disappoints if you love homemade, traditional Roman dishes in a wood-burning oven. Drinks are always on point.
To find Parson's, look out our front windows and across the street to the right. Do you see lots of red and white umbrellas?There it is! While their food isn't our favorite, they make dangerously good frozen negronis year-round. In the summer months, there is always a crowd and it's a fun place to meet up with friends. The outdoor space is considered one of the best in the city. Equipped with lots of picnic benches, a ping pong table, plus a large bar outside, it always feels like a party.
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Parson's Chicken & Fish
2952 W Armitage AveTo find Parson's, look out our front windows and across the street to the right. Do you see lots of red and white umbrellas?There it is! While their food isn't our favorite, they make dangerously good frozen negronis year-round. In the summer months, there is always a crowd and it's a fun place to meet up with friends. The outdoor space is considered one of the best in the city. Equipped with lots of picnic benches, a ping pong table, plus a large bar outside, it always feels like a party.
This neighborhood "salumeria" (Italian for delicatessen) has lots of charcuterie, salumi, and various other meats that are cured-in house. Other popular choices are sandwiches, salads and boards. If you love meat and cheese boards with wine, with a low-key European vibe, you will love this place. Some say their pastrami is the best in Chicago!
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Lardon
2200 N California AveThis neighborhood "salumeria" (Italian for delicatessen) has lots of charcuterie, salumi, and various other meats that are cured-in house. Other popular choices are sandwiches, salads and boards. If you love meat and cheese boards with wine, with a low-key European vibe, you will love this place. Some say their pastrami is the best in Chicago!
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Osteria Langhe is dedicated to the serious appreciation of locally-sourced fresh meats and produce steeped in age-old traditions of Italy's Piemonte region, paired with the incomparable heritage of Northern Italian wines. We couldn't agree more! This is another one for the foodies. This is not your typical tradition Italian restaurant, so check the menu first. If the dishes look good to you, Osteria Langhe will not disappoint.
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Osteria Langhe
2824 W Armitage AveOsteria Langhe is dedicated to the serious appreciation of locally-sourced fresh meats and produce steeped in age-old traditions of Italy's Piemonte region, paired with the incomparable heritage of Northern Italian wines. We couldn't agree more! This is another one for the foodies. This is not your typical tradition Italian restaurant, so check the menu first. If the dishes look good to you, Osteria Langhe will not disappoint.
Chef Jason Vincent is a 2013 Food & Wine Best New Chef. One of our favorite reviews says, "Giant is an American restaurant, it's f*cking excellent, and you need to eat here." Mic drop. Enough said.
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Giant
3209 W Armitage AveChef Jason Vincent is a 2013 Food & Wine Best New Chef. One of our favorite reviews says, "Giant is an American restaurant, it's f*cking excellent, and you need to eat here." Mic drop. Enough said.
We have not been to Kyoten yet but hope to someday! Kyoten is omakase-only. This is the traditional Japanese dining style. You sit at the counter with a small group of people. Chef Otto will tailor makes your meal right in front of you. This is definitely a big splurge place. $440-$490 per person.
Kyōten
2507 West Armitage AvenueWe have not been to Kyoten yet but hope to someday! Kyoten is omakase-only. This is the traditional Japanese dining style. You sit at the counter with a small group of people. Chef Otto will tailor makes your meal right in front of you. This is definitely a big splurge place. $440-$490 per person.
Our Favorite Carry-Out Places
We pick up from here all the time. Delicious. Healthy. Fast. Use the app. Temporary parking right outside pick up door. Easy peasy.
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We pick up from here all the time. Delicious. Healthy. Fast. Use the app. Temporary parking right outside pick up door. Easy peasy.
While this upscale Chinese Restaurant has a very nice dining room, we tend to order out and enjoy at home. We love their Star Anise Short Ribs, Mongolian "J" Beef, Angry Long Beans, Peking Duck Rolls and Honey Glazed Walnut Shrimp. Some of the best Chinese we have experienced.
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Friendship
2830 North Milwaukee AvenueWhile this upscale Chinese Restaurant has a very nice dining room, we tend to order out and enjoy at home. We love their Star Anise Short Ribs, Mongolian "J" Beef, Angry Long Beans, Peking Duck Rolls and Honey Glazed Walnut Shrimp. Some of the best Chinese we have experienced.
Furious Spoon Logan Square
2410 N Milwaukee AveSome of the best ramen in the city!
Coast Sushi Bar
2045 North Damen AvenueThis is our favorite sushi place to pick-up from.
The Spice Room
2906 W Armitage AveOur favorite Indian take-out place.
Our favorite elevated Thai restaurant. We typically carry-out but they have a very nice dining room.
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Silom 12
1846 N Milwaukee AveOur favorite elevated Thai restaurant. We typically carry-out but they have a very nice dining room.
Literally right around the corner from house! So convenient and delicious.
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Dante's Pizzeria
3028 W Armitage AveLiterally right around the corner from house! So convenient and delicious.
Paulie Gee's Logan Square
2451 N Milwaukee Ave
Giordano's
5311 S Blackstone AvePequod's caramelized cheese crust, soft bready center, and crispy bottom makes this one of our favorite pizzerias! Ranked #1 in US in Yelp's 'Top 100' list! Congrats, Pequods!
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Pequod's Pizza
2207 North Clybourn AvenuePequod's caramelized cheese crust, soft bready center, and crispy bottom makes this one of our favorite pizzerias! Ranked #1 in US in Yelp's 'Top 100' list! Congrats, Pequods!
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Our Favorite Bars
Love this place! Food and drinks beyond delicious. Staff has always been super nice and first rate. Fun atmosphere. Great music. Open-air bar concept with retractable roof. If you enjoy seriously delicious tacos and tequila, this place is calling your name.
Federales Logan
Love this place! Food and drinks beyond delicious. Staff has always been super nice and first rate. Fun atmosphere. Great music. Open-air bar concept with retractable roof. If you enjoy seriously delicious tacos and tequila, this place is calling your name.
This place feels like vacation. Especially if you love tequila. 😉 Laid back, open-air, delicious drinks.
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Estereo
2450 N Milwaukee AveThis place feels like vacation. Especially if you love tequila. 😉 Laid back, open-air, delicious drinks.
Definitely one of best dive bars in Chicago. Cozy midwestern bar, kind people, great cocktails, vinyl records, and free popcorn. Nuf said. Outside patio in back. ATM on site as it is cash only. Enjoy.
The Native
2417 N Milwaukee AveDefinitely one of best dive bars in Chicago. Cozy midwestern bar, kind people, great cocktails, vinyl records, and free popcorn. Nuf said. Outside patio in back. ATM on site as it is cash only. Enjoy.
The Meadowlark
Best Intentions
3281 W Armitage AveBilly Sunday
3143 W Logan BlvdSpilt Milk
Scofflaw
3201 W Armitage AveOutside Voices
3204 W Armitage AveThe Whistler
2421 N Milwaukee AveOur Favorite Brew Pubs
Revolution Brewing - Brewpub
2323 N Milwaukee AveBungalow by Middle Brow
2840 W Armitage AveHopewell Brewing Company
2760 N Milwaukee Ave
BiXi Beer
2515 N Milwaukee Ave
Solemn Oath Brewery Still Life
2919 West Armitage AvenueFavorite Coffe Shops
Daisies
2375 N Milwaukee AveDaises now has delicious bakery and cafe!
Ipsento 606
1813 N Milwaukee AveCaffè Umbria
2545 W Armitage AveColectivo Coffee - Logan Square
2261 N Milwaukee Ave
Gaslight Coffee Roasters
2385 N Milwaukee AveDamn Fine Coffee Bar
3317 W Armitage AveIntelligentsia Coffee - Logan Square
2642 N Milwaukee AveFavorite Bakery
La Boulangerie
3129 W Logan Blvd
Daisies
2375 N Milwaukee AveDaises now has delicious bakery and cafe!
Our Favorite Dessert Places
Miko's Italian Ice (Logan Square)
2236 N Sacramento Ave
2815 W Armitage Ave
2815 West Armitage AvenueTHE FREEZE
2212 N Milwaukee Ave
2212 North Milwaukee AvenueJENI'S SPLENDID ICE CREAM
2353 N California Ave
2353 North California AvenuePRETTY COOL ICE CREAM:
Margie's Candies
1960 N Western Ave
Katherine Anne Confections
2745 W Armitage Ave