Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Fantastic old school Italian restaurant in the neighborhood.
27 locals recommend
La Villa Restaurant Lounge and Banquets
3638 N Pulaski RdFantastic old school Italian restaurant in the neighborhood.
Great casual, neighborhood spot for pizzas, drinks, sandwiches and more. Something here for everyone - also good for brunch!
340 locals recommend
Reno
2607 N Milwaukee AveGreat casual, neighborhood spot for pizzas, drinks, sandwiches and more. Something here for everyone - also good for brunch!
One of the best restaurants in the city! Delicious farm-to-table concept with a wide selection for brunch, lunch and dinner. It books up quickly so try and get reservation ahead of time.
936 locals recommend
Lula Cafe
2537 N Kedzie BlvdOne of the best restaurants in the city! Delicious farm-to-table concept with a wide selection for brunch, lunch and dinner. It books up quickly so try and get reservation ahead of time.
While not a huge menu, the food they do offer is solid and drinks are great. The big draw here is its huge patio so really fun to chill for the afternoon/evening; they also have a good brunch deal.
72 locals recommend
Park & Field
3509 W Fullerton AveWhile not a huge menu, the food they do offer is solid and drinks are great. The big draw here is its huge patio so really fun to chill for the afternoon/evening; they also have a good brunch deal.
Fat Rice
2957 W Diversey AveAmazing southeast Asian restaurant - very cool with awesome drinks.
Dante's Pizzeria
3028 W Armitage AveHighly recommend for a quick slice of pizza
Michelin starred funky-chic place serving modern, creative Korean-American fare plus wine & cocktails.
69 locals recommend
Parachute
3500 N Elston AveMichelin starred funky-chic place serving modern, creative Korean-American fare plus wine & cocktails.
Come and enjoy some yummy tacos and get some sunshine on their huge patio. Easy to get to off of the CTA "L" blue line. Some of the best margaritas in the city!
1176 locals recommend
Big Star
1531 N Damen AveCome and enjoy some yummy tacos and get some sunshine on their huge patio. Easy to get to off of the CTA "L" blue line. Some of the best margaritas in the city!
Great Mexican restaurant with a hidden bar in the basement called Golden Teardrops.
55 locals recommend
Lonesome Rose
2101 N California AveGreat Mexican restaurant with a hidden bar in the basement called Golden Teardrops.
If you are a fan of pies, definitely check this place out. Great neighborhood gem, and they do serve full meals as well.
468 locals recommend
Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits
2051 N California AveIf you are a fan of pies, definitely check this place out. Great neighborhood gem, and they do serve full meals as well.
Furious Spoon Logan Square
2410 N Milwaukee AveAwesome ramen spot
Parson's Chicken & Fish
2952 W Armitage AveBig patio, great chicken, good negroni slushies
The Radler
2375 N Milwaukee AveWonderful German food and beers
Café Fénix
2959 N Pulaski RdA five minute walk from our front door, this is a cozy cafe great for breakfast or lunch.
Drinks & Nightlife
Awesome for a few glasses of wine with friends and yummy shared plates.
73 locals recommend
Websters Wine Bar Chicago
2601 N Milwaukee AveAwesome for a few glasses of wine with friends and yummy shared plates.
Lost Lake
3154 W Diversey AveReally fun tiki bar
Stylish place for a coffee during the day, and Latin-accented cocktails at night.
85 locals recommend
Estereo
2450 N Milwaukee AveStylish place for a coffee during the day, and Latin-accented cocktails at night.
The Heavy Feather
2357 N Milwaukee Ave70's-inspired cocktail bar
Emporium Logan Square
2363 N Milwaukee AveLarge arcade bar with huge selection of craft beers
Slippery Slope
2357 N Milwaukee AveFun bar for drinks and dancing
Getting Around
Nearby Blue Line CTA "L" Station, which you can easily take to go downtown to explore or transfer to another train line, like the brown or red line to check out the North part of Chicago.
48 locals recommend
Belmont Snack Shop
3407 W Belmont AveNearby Blue Line CTA "L" Station, which you can easily take to go downtown to explore or transfer to another train line, like the brown or red line to check out the North part of Chicago.
Another nearby Blue Line CTA "L" station that you can take to explore other parts of the city. You can easily walk to these stations, take a bus, or order an uber/lyft from my house to one for a minimal cost.
135 locals recommend
Cta Blue Line - Logan Square station
Another nearby Blue Line CTA "L" station that you can take to explore other parts of the city. You can easily walk to these stations, take a bus, or order an uber/lyft from my house to one for a minimal cost.
Essentials
Liquor store with wide selection of spirits, wines and beers.
13 locals recommend
Binny's Beverage Depot - Logan Square
3934 W Diversey AveLiquor store with wide selection of spirits, wines and beers.
Planet Fitness
5129 W Belmont AveNearby gym if you want to fit in a workout during your stay
7-Eleven
958 W Diversey PkwyNearby convenience store
Cermak Fresh Market
1711 W Cermak RdNearby grocery store within walking distance
Entertainment & Activities
The Logan Theatre
2646 N Milwaukee AveFun old-school theater that plays current films.
Fun pop-up market for locally grown food, crafts, art, etc. that runs every Sunday from May 18-October 26.
135 locals recommend
Logan Square Farmers Market
3025-3113 West Logan BoulevardFun pop-up market for locally grown food, crafts, art, etc. that runs every Sunday from May 18-October 26.
Shedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrGreat activity for adults and kids
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark StFree Zoo in a fantastic neighborhood and park.
Shopping
Uncharted Books
5140 N Clark StNeighborhood used bookstore with a lot of charm.
Sightseeing
Greetings From Chicago Mural
2226 N Milwaukee AveThe Instagram famous "Greetings from Chicago" mural