Chicago has a plethora of delicious Asian restaurants – everything from Chinese to Thai food! Here are 10 of my favorite spots you should try out! Kama Indian. Wicker Park Neighborhood. Kama is an Indian restaurant with great service, food, and overall ambiance. I especially enjoyed their garlic naan bread! YooYee Chinese. Uptown Neighborhood. YooYee […]
It’s no secret that the cost of food has been on the rise. We are all searching for cheaper alternatives and over using the phrase – “not in this economy”. That’s why I decided to make a list of Chicago meals I recently had that were delicious, filling, and UNDER $20 (prices included). SALT Burger
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Sometimes we need a change of environment from the usual working from home or studying at the library. Most of people probably enjoy getting things done at a nice coffee shop with wi-fi and a good caffeine fix nearby. I spent a week working from a few different cafes in the city and took some
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Chicago has a wide variety of desserts to offer. From hidden donut shops to classic ice cream parlors, the city has something for everyone with a sweet tooth. In this guide, we’ll explore several notable dessert spots across Chicago, highlighting which neighborhood to find these sweet treats in. Want to taste the best donuts in
Chicago has a wide variety of pizza shops, each offering its own unique style and flavor. From classic tavern-style slices to authentic Neapolitan pies, the city has something for every pizza lover. In this guide, we’ll explore several notable pizza spots across Chicago, highlighting where you can grab a slice or pie in different neighborhoods.
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American Restaurant – Northalsted/Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.8 Went to a friend’s favorite spot for her birthday—she’s a regular there, and now we get why. The food, the drinks, the service… FANTASTIC. Every bite was packed with flavor. I was honestly blown away. We started with the steak tartare (chef’s kiss) and for mains: Wood’s
Chinese Restaurant – West Town. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.9 Tried another restaurant featured in The Bear—this time for Sunday dinner. We lucked out and got there just in time, so no wait (pro tip: the place is tiny, so definitely go during off-hours if you can). We ordered Pork & Dill and Beef & Green
Spanish Restaurant – River North. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.5 Spent Easter brunch at this Spanish tapas spot with a group of friends. The place had a dark, cozy vibe with the coolest mix of lights on the ceiling—a great atmosphere. We intended to share everything, but hunger won. The portions were tiny (as tapas go),
Filipino Restaurant – Ukrainian Village. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.1 With all the hype from The Bear, I finally made it to Kasama. The line didn’t look too bad at first glance… but yep, ended up being a solid 2-hour wait. It was honestly worth it though. The Longanisa breakfast sandwich—with a hashbrown tucked in there—was
Mexican Restaurant – West Town. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.3 Some friends and I stumbled into a Mexican restaurant recently, and it turned out to be a fun little surprise. The indoor-outdoor setup was perfect for our group, and the space was super colorful and lively—definitely a vibe. We kicked things off with the salsa trio,