Pequod’s Pizza

When in Chicago, deep-dish pizza is a must. Pequod’s is known for its amazing flavor and huge slices of ‘za. It’s a classic joint with many different toppings to choose from. Create your own personal pizza just the way you like it, or share a larger pie with friends and family (or, get a large just for yourself!).

Gibsons Bar and Steakhouse

Opened in 1989, Gibsons has been recognized by several newspapers and magazines as one of the best steakhouses in Chicago. Working with local sustainable farms, Gibsons brings an environmentally friendly steak to the table. The quality steak has a high price, but reviews have claimed to be worth it.

Fat Rice

A blend of Chinese and Portuguese cuisine, this fusion restaurant is well known for striking flavors and unique dishes like the arroz gordo. Directly translating to “fat rice,” this signature dish is meant to be shared by two to four people, making it a great place to take groups. Chicken, pork, jumbo prawns and several other ingredients combine to create a flavorful and extraordinary dish, amongst other great menu choices.

Lula Café

Right in Logan Square, Lula Café has six separate (locally sourced) menus that all blend together to create a unique experience. Details in dishes matter to the owners, always trying to mix it up so the customer is never bored. Fried quail with chili-honey cashew butter and kumquat is just one of many creative options available. There is even a six-course vegetarian tasting! Be prepared for a wait on the weekends, but weekdays are much more open.

Big Jones

This place brings the south to Chicago with its traditional yet individual dishes, drinks, and atmosphere. A great place for southern comfort food, it is not hard to find something delicious at Big Jones. Starting with cornbread and honey butter, you can expect the classics, like shrimp and grits, as well as the wild boar loin. Check out their extensive drink choices too!

Giant

This compact little restaurant really packs all of the big flavors into their dishes. A simple menu with recognizable and familiar ingredients is sure to please everyone. Bacon and maple sweet potatoes, onion rings, and ravioli are just a few options at Giant. This place is jammed regularly, so be sure to make a reservation early!

Kingston Mines

With a full barbeque menu and live music, Kingston Mines stays open until at least 4 am. Known for keeping Chicago’s blues scene alive, people flock to its doors every night. Enjoy drinking with friends at the communal tables and soaking up the tunes in the oldest continuously operated blues club of Chicago.

Green Mill Cocktail Lounge

Looking for Jazz? The Green Mill has plenty to offer. Having been used by Al Capone for smuggling booze, this bar is rich with history and jazz culture. Great cocktails, authentic music, and a classic jazz aura will intrigue you into staying a while; good thing it’s open until 4 am. Seating is first-come, first-serve, so get there early. (Cash only and no dress code)

Half Acre Beer Company

One of Chicago’s top breweries, Half Acre offers customers beer and board games, as well as an exceptionally tasty food menu. Take a tour of the brewery, or skip straight to the goods; testing the various beers. This brewpub is sure to impress your beer snobs as well as the novices.