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Lou Mitchell’s $ The Wiener’s Circle $ DK Choice
Family Map 3 B2 Fast Food
565 W Jackson Blvd., 60661 2622 N Clark St., Lincoln avec $$
Tel 312-939-3111 Park, 60614 French/Mediterranean Map 3
A Chicago institution dating Tel 773-477-7444 A1
back to the 1920s, this classic Although this notorious 615 W Randolph St., West Loop
family restaurant serves up diner late-night fast-food eating 60606
fare and hearty breakfasts. All place is popular with the after- Tel 312-377-2002
baked goods are made in-house. bar crowd, the atmosphere is Expect to share a table with
tamer and more family-friendly strangers while enjoying well-
Manny’s Coffee Shop during the day. The signature executed Franco-Mediterranean
and Deli $ Maxwell Street Char-dogs, small plates such as whipped
Deli Map 3 A4 the cheese fries, and ham - brandade with garlic bread and
1141 S Jefferson St., 60607 burgers are delicious and chives, and cured charcuterie.
Tel 312-939-2855 Closed Sun major crowd pullers. Originally a wine bar, there is
A true Chicago institution still a wide selection, with over
operated by Ken Raskin, the Anteprima $$ 30 wines available by the glass.
late Manny’s son, this cafeteria- Italian
style deli is hallowed ground 5316 N Clark St., Andersonville,
to local politicians who make 60650 Blackbird $$
deals over their pastrami Tel 773-506-9990 American Map 3 A1
and knishes. Making the best of local, 619 W Randolph St., West Loop 60661
organic and seasonal Tel 312-715-0708 Closed Sun
m. henry $ ingredients, Anteprima offers Midwestern sister restaurant
Brunch an ever-changing menu of to the adjacent avec. James
5707 N Clark St., 60660 creative, home-style Italian Beard award-winning American
Tel 773-561-1600 Closed Mon cuisine. Delicious breadsticks cuisine served in a modern,
Baked goods are made in- come free with the meal. The minimalist space, with a good-
house at this popular brunch peaceful back deck is a good value lunch prix fixe. At dinner,
spot that also offers a number place to sit when the weather an eight-course chef’s tasting
of vegetarian options in is pleasant. menu is available.
addition to the usual breakfast
and lunch fare. Au Cheval $$ Café Ba-Ba-Reeba! $$
Pub Tapas
Pegasus $ 800 W Randolph St., West Loop, 2024 N Halsted St., Lincoln
Mediterranean Map 3 A2 60607 Park, 60614
130 S Halsted St., 60661 Tel 312-929-4580 Tel 773-935-5000
Tel 312-226-3377 In addition to the renowned This convivial Lincoln Park tapas
Well-prepared classic Greek fare. burgers, the menu at this pub- spot is a fun place for groups.
In the summer, they serve a style diner offers crispy french Look for well-made tapas
meze-only (small plates) menu fries topped with a farm egg and standards like queso de cabra,
on their rooftop deck – which aioli on the side, griddled garlic shrimp, and meatballs,
features a full bar, occasional live bratwurst with mashed potatoes, which wash down well with the
music, and a terrific view of the and a fried sandwich of delicious house red sangria.
Chicago skyline. house-made bologne. A good
choice of dairy- and gluten-free Davanti Enoteca $$
R.J. Grunt's $ options are available. There are Italian
American excellent cocktails on offer too. 1359 W Taylor St., University
2056 N Lincoln Park W, Village, 60607
60614 Tel 312-226-5550
Tel 773-929-5363 Many of the dishes at this intimate
Being across the street from enoteca are meant to be shared
Lincoln Park Zoo is one of tapas-style. They also offer a few
the biggest advantages of options for family-style menus
this casual, no-frills spot. Burgers, that are suitable for groups. An
milk shakes, and a soup-and- impressive collection of Italian
salad bar make for a family- wines is available by the glass
friendly fill-up spot. or bottle. For those in search of
spirits, there’s also chilled, house-
Sweet Maple Café $ infused vodka on tap.
Brunch
1339 W Taylor St., University Greek Islands $$
Village, 60607 Mediterranean
Tel 312-243-8908 200 S Halsted St., Near West
Founded by a mother-of-two Side, 60661
as her creative outlet, guests Tel 312-782-9855
now flock to enjoy the Southern Cavernous space with decor
hospitality at this classic reminiscent of a Greek fishing
American diner. Lines form for village. Great for groups who can
breakfast and lunch, which sample from the family-style menu
include various egg scrambles, of traditional Greek dishes such as
large fresh biscuits, pancakes, Au Cheval, a pub-style diner, well-known flaming cheese, spit-roasted leg of
and club sandwiches. for its burgers lamb, and spinach pie.
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