Asian – Wicker Park. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.5 Quick Overview Mott St. in Wicker Park serves inventive Asian American dishes with standout flavors, from their famous Mott St. burger to unique twists on classics like mango sticky rice with black rice. What to Order Atmosphere Vibe in 5 Words: casual, family-style, modern, bright, welcoming Good […]
Bakery – Wicker Park. Flavor Scale (1-5): 5.0 I finally got to visit the famous Mindy’s Bakery in Chicago, and I’m so glad I did. My friend and I arrived early — around 9 a.m. on a Saturday — and luckily, the line wasn’t too long. Still, it moved quickly, which made choosing from the
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
Pizza Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.9 Over the weekend, my friends and I stumbled upon a little NY-style pizza spot in Lakeview, and it was exactly what I’ve been looking for! (I know, ironic in Chicago, right?) It’s a small place with amazing staff. When we got there, they weren’t technically open yet,
Swedish Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.0 My friends and I decided to check out this Swedish restaurant in Lakeview, and I have to say, it was a great experience! I’d never had Swedish food before, but it turned out to be pretty good! The place has a cozy, diner-like vibe, and it’s famous
Pizza Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.5 Zaza’s Pizzeria in Lakeview had been on my list for a while, and I finally got the chance to check it out with a friend. This low-key spot serves a variety of thin crust pizzas, and during lunch, they even offer pizza by the slice, which is
American Restaurant – Lincoln Square. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.5 The Warbler is a cute spot in Lincoln Square, though it was kind of hard to find since there wasn’t a clear sign (I guess locals just know where it is). After a workout, my friend and I stopped by for lunch. She got the Nachos
Southern Restaurant – Lincoln Square. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.7 I’ve been wanting to explore more Southern restaurants in the city, and Luella’s has been on my list for a while. This charming little spot in Lincoln Square did not disappoint. The setup is casual: you order at the counter, grab your utensils, cups, and drinks,
Sports Bar – Old Town. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.4 If you love pizza, drinks, and a lively atmosphere, Happy Camper might be the spot for you. This sports bar, which shares a similar concept with Paradise Park, has locations in Old Town and Wrigleyville, offering a fun place to hang out, watch games, and enjoy
American – Lincoln Park. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.4 It was a sunny and warm Saturday (finally Spring is showing up), and some friends and I decided to try this brunch spot on Clark Street. Picture this: lots of open windows, light blue walls, and benches – giving off major beachy vibes. The place was bustling