Vietnamese Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.7 If you’re ever in the city and craving some seriously good Pho, I’ve got the perfect spot for you. Every friend I’ve taken there agrees—it’s amazing! Their broth is always packed with so much flavor, I never even need to add sriracha or hoisin sauce. It’s just […]
Thai Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 5 My Favorite Thai Spot in Chicago Okay, I might be a little biased, but I honestly think this is the best Thai spot in Chicago. The food is always full of flavor, the vibe is super vibrant, and the service is on point. I recently brought some
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Korean/American Diner – Wrigleyville. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.0 I went to a small, cozy American diner with a Korean twist near Wrigley Field with some friends before a baseball game, and it did not disappoint! The food was packed with flavor—we ordered the tofu over rice, pork bulgogi, and the R&B burger. Everyone loved their
Korean Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.8 I’ve been wanting to try this place for a while, and I’m so glad I finally did! Crisp is known as one of the best Korean fried chicken spots in the city, and it definitely lives up to the hype. I went with a friend who was
Greek Restaurant – Lincoln Park. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.0 This casual Greek restaurant in Lincoln Park offers a cozy, homey vibe, reminiscent of enjoying a great home-cooked meal. Just a heads-up—they’re cash-only, which we didn’t realize at first, but thankfully there’s an ATM in the connected building. I ordered the Jumbo Shrimp meal, which came
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,
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Asian Fusion Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.8 A friend thought she had been to this restaurant before and wanted me to try it. However, when we arrived, she quickly realized it wasn’t the place she had in mind. By the end of our lunch, we were thrilled by her mistake. BITES turned out
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Chinese Restaurant – Chinatown. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.9 If you’re looking for a great Chinese restaurant in Chinatown, I highly recommend MCCB! One of my friends recommended we try it and we were not disappointed. The food was delicious, and the portions were generous. I had the Orange Chicken, which was so good. The sauce
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
Neopolitan Pizzeria – Old Town. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.7 If there’s one thing that brings joy to my heart, it’s a fantastic pizza. Recently, I had the pleasure of experiencing the most amazing pizza I’ve had in Chicago so far. Honestly, I’m not sure if words can do it justice, but I’ll try my best