Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Established in 1932, many, including Alex, believe they serve the best ribs in Chicago. Great atmosphere but go early b/c they don't take reservations and the place is packed on weekend evenings
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Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern
1655 North Sedgwick StreetEstablished in 1932, many, including Alex, believe they serve the best ribs in Chicago. Great atmosphere but go early b/c they don't take reservations and the place is packed on weekend evenings
Farm-to-table collaboration between Michelin-rated chef Paul Virant and BOKA restaurant.
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Perennial Virant
1800 N Lincoln AveFarm-to-table collaboration between Michelin-rated chef Paul Virant and BOKA restaurant.
Very good French cuisine in a beautiful setting next to the park. Our favorite pomme frites in the Chicago.
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Mon Ami Gabi
2300 N Lincoln Park WVery good French cuisine in a beautiful setting next to the park. Our favorite pomme frites in the Chicago.
Great place for lunch, dinner or drinks, usually a good scene during lunch on weekdays and evenings during the weekend.
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Summer House Santa Monica
1954 N Halsted StGreat place for lunch, dinner or drinks, usually a good scene during lunch on weekdays and evenings during the weekend.
LPQ serves our favorite coffee in the area (there is another location at North Ave and Wells St)
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Le Pain Quotidien
1000 W Armitage AveLPQ serves our favorite coffee in the area (there is another location at North Ave and Wells St)
Sai Café
1114 N Sheffield AveThe sushi is excellent quality
toast
2046 N Damen AveVery popular breakfast place
Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
2024 N Halsted StVery popular tapas restaurant, very lively atmosphere
Our favorite thin crust pizza in the area, and very cool atmosphere
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Bricks Pizza & Barbecue
3832 North Lincoln AvenueOur favorite thin crust pizza in the area, and very cool atmosphere
Founded in 1972, specializes in a signature dish called the "pizza pot pie"
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Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company
2121 North Clark StreetFounded in 1972, specializes in a signature dish called the "pizza pot pie"
Many believe they offer the best chewy chocolate chip cookies in Chicago. Cozy, vintage-styled cafe located in the Hotel Lincoln
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Elaine's Coffee Call
1816 N Clark StMany believe they offer the best chewy chocolate chip cookies in Chicago. Cozy, vintage-styled cafe located in the Hotel Lincoln
Our favorite Italian restaurant in Chicago. Modern Tuscan-style approach. Nice outdoor garden and covered year-around outdoor bar. Vibrant, lively atmosphere and great food.
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Topo Gigio Ristorante
1516 N Wells StOur favorite Italian restaurant in Chicago. Modern Tuscan-style approach. Nice outdoor garden and covered year-around outdoor bar. Vibrant, lively atmosphere and great food.
Great sports bar/restaurant w/ over 25 flat screen TVs and really good pizza. Outdoor patio dining during Spring, Summer and Fall. Popular among Wisconsin sports loyalists.
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Ranalli's
1925 N Lincoln AveGreat sports bar/restaurant w/ over 25 flat screen TVs and really good pizza. Outdoor patio dining during Spring, Summer and Fall. Popular among Wisconsin sports loyalists.
Our favorite dessert place in the neighborhood. Specializes in old fashioned desserts and highly addictive!
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Sweet Mandy B's
1208 W Webster AveOur favorite dessert place in the neighborhood. Specializes in old fashioned desserts and highly addictive!
Contemporary French cuisine, one of the most popular French restaurants in Chicago currently
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The Blanchard
1935 N Lincoln Park WContemporary French cuisine, one of the most popular French restaurants in Chicago currently
Our favorite place for frozen yogurt and ice cream while strolling in the neighborhood. Closed during Winter months
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Annette's Italian Ice
2009 N Bissell StOur favorite place for frozen yogurt and ice cream while strolling in the neighborhood. Closed during Winter months
The Original Pancake House
1358 E 47th StGreat comfort food after a late night out
The first ever Lettuce Entertain You restaurant, with '70s-style food, music, decor and vibe. Some say they have the best burgers in the city.
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R.J. Grunts
2056 N Lincoln Park WThe first ever Lettuce Entertain You restaurant, with '70s-style food, music, decor and vibe. Some say they have the best burgers in the city.
LuzMa believes the ribs at Robinson's are better than Twin Anchors (Alex respectfully disagrees), but best to order take out/delivery as the atmosphere leaves much to be desired
Robinson's #1 Ribs-Lincoln Park
655 West Armitage AvenueLuzMa believes the ribs at Robinson's are better than Twin Anchors (Alex respectfully disagrees), but best to order take out/delivery as the atmosphere leaves much to be desired
Rustic farm-to-table deli as well as home & pantry items. Take out only at 711 W Armitage (note: address on Airbnb map is wrong); dine in restaurant at 2010 Halsted is currently under renovation
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Blue Door Farm Stand
2010 N Halsted StRustic farm-to-table deli as well as home & pantry items. Take out only at 711 W Armitage (note: address on Airbnb map is wrong); dine in restaurant at 2010 Halsted is currently under renovation
DAVIDsTEA
924 W Armitage AveWide variety of teas
Sugar Fixé Patisserie
958 W Armitage AveAs the name suggests, the place to go to satisfy your macaron fix.
Upscale customizable burgers in a retro counter service setting with a butcher shop. BYOB.
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Butcher & The Burger
1021 W Armitage AveUpscale customizable burgers in a retro counter service setting with a butcher shop. BYOB.
Tex-Mex chain serving mesquite-grilled fare & margarita-sangria swirls in a hacienda-style space
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Uncle Julio's Mexican From Scratch
855 W North AveTex-Mex chain serving mesquite-grilled fare & margarita-sangria swirls in a hacienda-style space
Established in 1965, this cafe offers fondue paired with lots of wines in a romantic, intimate space
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Geja's Cafe
340 W Armitage AveEstablished in 1965, this cafe offers fondue paired with lots of wines in a romantic, intimate space
Michelin-rated restaurant with creative American cuisine in a stylish, modern setting with a lounge & candelit back garden patio
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Boka
1729 N Halsted StMichelin-rated restaurant with creative American cuisine in a stylish, modern setting with a lounge & candelit back garden patio
Consistently rated the top restaurant in Chicago. One of only two Michelin 3-star restaurants in the entire city.
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Alinea
1723 N Halsted StConsistently rated the top restaurant in Chicago. One of only two Michelin 3-star restaurants in the entire city.
Cozy, casual Italian restaurant with traditional dishes prepared with devotion.
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Riccardo Trattoria
2119 N Clark StCozy, casual Italian restaurant with traditional dishes prepared with devotion.
Restaurant and official landmark located at the edge of the Lincoln Park Zoo. It was designed by Dwight H. Perkins and completed in 1908. Beautiful setting.
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Cafe Brauer
2021 N Stockton DrRestaurant and official landmark located at the edge of the Lincoln Park Zoo. It was designed by Dwight H. Perkins and completed in 1908. Beautiful setting.
Imaginative thin-crust pizzas & beer in a rustic-style lodge room with tree-trunk tables & TVs. Great for eating pizza and catching the game.
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Homeslice
938 W Webster AveImaginative thin-crust pizzas & beer in a rustic-style lodge room with tree-trunk tables & TVs. Great for eating pizza and catching the game.
Excellent French bakery offering lunch & an array of European-style pastries in sleek, airy surrounds
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Floriole Cafe & Bakery
1220 W Webster AveExcellent French bakery offering lunch & an array of European-style pastries in sleek, airy surrounds
Popular Asian restaurant in the neighborhood. Broad menu of Asian dishes plus a sushi bar & outdoor seating. Great for dining in or delivery. Address is 756 W Webster (Airbnb address is incorrect).
Shine Garden Chinese
901 West Armitage AvenuePopular Asian restaurant in the neighborhood. Broad menu of Asian dishes plus a sushi bar & outdoor seating. Great for dining in or delivery. Address is 756 W Webster (Airbnb address is incorrect).
Our favorite restaurant in the neighborhood for Chinese. They offer Mandarin & Sichuan dishes & sushi in a modern space with live jazz on weekends (though we typically order delivery).
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Dee's
1114 W Armitage AveOur favorite restaurant in the neighborhood for Chinese. They offer Mandarin & Sichuan dishes & sushi in a modern space with live jazz on weekends (though we typically order delivery).
Starbucks
210 W North AveGet your daily Starbucks fix here.
Starbucks
210 W North AveGet your daily Starbucks fix here.
Starbucks
210 W North AveGet your daily Starbucks fix here.
Our favorite coffee in the neighborhood and good place for breakfast and pastries.
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Le Pain Quotidien
1000 W Armitage AveOur favorite coffee in the neighborhood and good place for breakfast and pastries.
Chipotle Mexican Grill
6600 N Sheridan RdPopular fast casual tex-mex restaurant chain.
This is the original Potbelly Sandwich Shop (the first location of the popular sandwich chain)!
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Potbelly Sandwich Shop
2264 N Lincoln AveThis is the original Potbelly Sandwich Shop (the first location of the popular sandwich chain)!
Chipotle Mexican Grill
6600 N Sheridan RdPopular fast casual tex-mex restaurant chain.
Athenian Room
807 W Webster AveClassic greek restaurant.
Thai Burrito
2439 N Clark StCasual BYOB eatery offering Thai dishes including vegetarian options.
Upmarket diner and soda fountain offering modern and classic Jewish deli favorites in vintage-style digs.
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Eleven Lincoln Park
2301 North Clark StreetUpmarket diner and soda fountain offering modern and classic Jewish deli favorites in vintage-style digs.
"Creative raw & vegan fare in a casual space with an attached market/cafe & a juice bar."
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Karyn's
3329 N Ashland Ave"Creative raw & vegan fare in a casual space with an attached market/cafe & a juice bar."
A favorite among locals, Nookies is a very popular weekend breakfast place (also offers lunch and dinner). Casual American comfort food.
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Nookies
1746 N Wells StA favorite among locals, Nookies is a very popular weekend breakfast place (also offers lunch and dinner). Casual American comfort food.
Like the original location on Wells, a very popular local diner offering casual American comfort food.
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Nookies Too
2114 N Halsted StLike the original location on Wells, a very popular local diner offering casual American comfort food.
Arts & Culture
World-famous comedy club, alumni include John Belushi, Bill Murray, Eddie Murphy, Tina Fey and Will Ferrell.
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The Second City
230 W North AveWorld-famous comedy club, alumni include John Belushi, Bill Murray, Eddie Murphy, Tina Fey and Will Ferrell.
Steppenwolf Theatre
1650 N Halsted StTony Award-winning Chicago theatre company founded in 1974
Park West is a music venue and special events space. The 700-seat theater hosts a variety of bands, most of which perform classic rock or alternative rock.
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Park West
322 W Armitage AvePark West is a music venue and special events space. The 700-seat theater hosts a variety of bands, most of which perform classic rock or alternative rock.
Very popular blues music club where live bands play until late on 2 stages & there's a full BBQ menu.
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Kingston Mines
2548 N Halsted StVery popular blues music club where live bands play until late on 2 stages & there's a full BBQ menu.
If you feel like making a little culture of your own, it’s worth looking into the woodshop, stained glass, ceramics and dance classes here. The auditorium plays host to a number of artistic programs.
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リンカーン・パーク
500-5700 N Lake Shore DrIf you feel like making a little culture of your own, it’s worth looking into the woodshop, stained glass, ceramics and dance classes here. The auditorium plays host to a number of artistic programs.
Essentials
Nationally recognized outdoor farmers market from May through October (indoors at Peggy Notebaert Museum in November to April).
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Lincoln Park Farmers Market
724 West Armitage AvenueNationally recognized outdoor farmers market from May through October (indoors at Peggy Notebaert Museum in November to April).
Treasure Island Foods
1639 N Wells StNeighborhood grocery store
Whole Foods Market
3640 N Halsted StNeighborhood Whole Foods Market
All-around incredible grocery store. One of a handful of flagship Whole Foods Markets in the country, has wine bar, restaurant, huge variety of prepared foods, good selection of wines
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Whole Foods Market
3640 N Halsted StAll-around incredible grocery store. One of a handful of flagship Whole Foods Markets in the country, has wine bar, restaurant, huge variety of prepared foods, good selection of wines
Founded over 100 years ago, classic butcher selling sausages, steaks and chicken as well as deli meat & cheese in old-school environ.
Gepperth's Meat Market
1964 N Halsted StFounded over 100 years ago, classic butcher selling sausages, steaks and chicken as well as deli meat & cheese in old-school environ.
Popular farmers market on Saturdays during the summer and early fall, located in the parking lot of Lincoln Park High School
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Lincoln Park Farmers Market
724 West Armitage AvenuePopular farmers market on Saturdays during the summer and early fall, located in the parking lot of Lincoln Park High School
Sightseeing
See some 1,200 animals, from apes to zebras, at the oldest and one of only a few free zoos left in the country. Wonderful way to spend an afternoon.
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リンカーンパーク動物園
2001 N Clark StSee some 1,200 animals, from apes to zebras, at the oldest and one of only a few free zoos left in the country. Wonderful way to spend an afternoon.
Open Memorial Day to Labor Day, North Avenue Beach has over 50 volleyball courts and winding paths for biking, jogging or just walking along the shoreline.
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ノース・アベニュー・ビーチ
Open Memorial Day to Labor Day, North Avenue Beach has over 50 volleyball courts and winding paths for biking, jogging or just walking along the shoreline.
A very popular nature sanctuary and Michelin-rated restaurant. Wonderful food in a majestic setting.
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North Pond
2610 N Cannon DrA very popular nature sanctuary and Michelin-rated restaurant. Wonderful food in a majestic setting.
Founded in 1856 to study and interpret Chicago history. While there, be sure to visit the famous statue of Abraham Lincoln by Augustus Saint-Gaudens located in the east lawn of the museum.
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Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark StFounded in 1856 to study and interpret Chicago history. While there, be sure to visit the famous statue of Abraham Lincoln by Augustus Saint-Gaudens located in the east lawn of the museum.
DePaul University frequently has cultural and other activities taking place on campus
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DePaul University Welcome Center
2400 N Sheffield AveDePaul University frequently has cultural and other activities taking place on campus
Founded in 1857, the museum focuses on the natural history of the Chicago region and offers child and adult education. In addition, it has a popular live butterfly house.
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ペギー・ノータビート自然博物館
2430 N Cannon DrFounded in 1857, the museum focuses on the natural history of the Chicago region and offers child and adult education. In addition, it has a popular live butterfly house.
Under a glass dome and in greenhouse rooms on just more than a half acre thrive more than 40,000 plants representing around 200 species.
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Lincoln Park Conservatory
2430 N Stockton DrUnder a glass dome and in greenhouse rooms on just more than a half acre thrive more than 40,000 plants representing around 200 species.
Drinks & Nightlife
Marge's Still
1758 N Sedgwick StThe oldest continually running tavern in Chicago. Established in 1885!
Stanley's Kitchen & Tap
1970 North Lincoln AvenueVery popular weekend bar
Gamekeepers Tavern & Grill
345 W Armitage AveLocal sports bar
Mahoney's Pub & Grille
551 N Ogden AvePopular local bar
Old-fashioned Irish pub a few doors down from our place at Armitage and N Hudson. Dog friendly and founded in 1946.
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River Shannon
425 W Armitage AveOld-fashioned Irish pub a few doors down from our place at Armitage and N Hudson. Dog friendly and founded in 1946.
Great cocktails and foodie-friendly menu in a hip space with an upstairs lounge
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The Barrelhouse Flat
2624 N Lincoln AveGreat cocktails and foodie-friendly menu in a hip space with an upstairs lounge
Over 300 varieties of whiskey, movie nights and a DJs. What more could one ask for?
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Delilah's Chicago
2771 North Lincoln AvenueOver 300 varieties of whiskey, movie nights and a DJs. What more could one ask for?
Laid-back, cash-only dive bar near Second City with a storied past, old-school jukebox & funky art. Founded in 1932 and once frequented by Frank Sinatra
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Old Town Ale House
219 W North AveLaid-back, cash-only dive bar near Second City with a storied past, old-school jukebox & funky art. Founded in 1932 and once frequented by Frank Sinatra
Hotel Lincoln
1816 N Clark StGreat rooftop bar with incredible views
Popular longtime tap with pub food, TVs tuned to the game, an outdoor patio & a party room
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Dickens Street Public House
2060 N Cleveland AvePopular longtime tap with pub food, TVs tuned to the game, an outdoor patio & a party room
Shopping
Vosges Haut-Chocolat
951 W Armitage AveChicago-based luxury chocolate maker
CVS
2427 W Chicago AveOpen from 7am until 10pm 7 days a week
Cosmetics, spa and bath retailer from the UK. Locals love it. Very helpful, friendly staff.
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Lush Cosmetics
859 W Armitage AveCosmetics, spa and bath retailer from the UK. Locals love it. Very helpful, friendly staff.
Greenheart Shop
Popular gift and jewelry boutique that is eco-friendly, and supports fair trade
The largest wine and liquor shop in Chicago and among the largest in the US. If you can't find it at Binny's, it's probably not worth drinking.
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Binny's Beverage Depot
4901 W Irving Park RdThe largest wine and liquor shop in Chicago and among the largest in the US. If you can't find it at Binny's, it's probably not worth drinking.
Huge newly-built Target with groceries, pharmacy, etc, and plenty of onsite parking
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Target
4466 N BroadwayHuge newly-built Target with groceries, pharmacy, etc, and plenty of onsite parking
NewCity outdoor mall offers shopping, dining and entertainment, including Yard House, Earl's, Adobe Gilas, Kings (bowling, comfort food + cocktails), Mariano's and ArcLight cinemas. Onsite parking.
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Newcity
1457 N Halsted StNewCity outdoor mall offers shopping, dining and entertainment, including Yard House, Earl's, Adobe Gilas, Kings (bowling, comfort food + cocktails), Mariano's and ArcLight cinemas. Onsite parking.
Local Walgreens store with pharmacy, basic groceries and other convenience items.
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Walgreens
953 W Irving Park RdLocal Walgreens store with pharmacy, basic groceries and other convenience items.
Eclectic boutique selling women's fashion, designer jewelry & a unique rotating selection of gifts.
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art effect boutique clothes, jewelry & unique gifts store in Lincoln Park, Chicago's best shops
934 W Armitage AveEclectic boutique selling women's fashion, designer jewelry & a unique rotating selection of gifts.
Shabby-chic boutique supplying women's apparel & accessories, plus sundries & gourmet food items.
Comfort Me
701 W Armitage AveShabby-chic boutique supplying women's apparel & accessories, plus sundries & gourmet food items.
NYC-born chain of upscale women's clothing stores, also offering on-trend shoes & accessories.
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INTERMIX
841 W Armitage AveNYC-born chain of upscale women's clothing stores, also offering on-trend shoes & accessories.
lululemon
3556 N Southport AveHigh-end yoga-focused chain featuring stylish athletic wear & accessories.
Everything Else
Sedgwick station
L Train Station for the Brown and Purple lines
Armitage station
L Train Station for the Brown and Purple lines
Featuring statues of the Wizard of Oz characters, the park has tennis courts, basketball, baseball fields, a playground and wide open areas to have a picnic, read a book or just relax
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オズ・パーク
2021 N Burling StFeaturing statues of the Wizard of Oz characters, the park has tennis courts, basketball, baseball fields, a playground and wide open areas to have a picnic, read a book or just relax
Historic St. Michael's Church was founded to minister to German Catholic immigrants in 1852 with its first wooden church completed that year at a cost of $750 (including the bell!).
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St Michael Catholic Church in Old Town
1633 N Cleveland AveHistoric St. Michael's Church was founded to minister to German Catholic immigrants in 1852 with its first wooden church completed that year at a cost of $750 (including the bell!).
The Midwest Buddist Temple was founded in 1944 by Japanese-Americans who relocated to Chicago after being released from internment camps during World War II.
Midwest Buddhist Temple
435 W Menomonee StThe Midwest Buddist Temple was founded in 1944 by Japanese-Americans who relocated to Chicago after being released from internment camps during World War II.