Old Town Chicago Recommendations
Food scene
Chicago Q does barbecue like no one else in the Windy City. Using only the freshest, top-of-the-line ingredients smothered in delicious house-made rubs and sauces, the Chicago Q is one of the best restaurants in Chicago. This joint offers the best southern cooking you’ll get north of Kentucky. When you stop by, be sure to to check out the bacon cheddar hush puppies – they’re a game changer.
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Chicago Q
1160 N Dearborn StChicago Q does barbecue like no one else in the Windy City. Using only the freshest, top-of-the-line ingredients smothered in delicious house-made rubs and sauces, the Chicago Q is one of the best restaurants in Chicago. This joint offers the best southern cooking you’ll get north of Kentucky. When you stop by, be sure to to check out the bacon cheddar hush puppies – they’re a game changer.
Topo Gigio is a small piece of Italy located in the heart of Old Town Chicago. A local favorite for over 25 years, this homey hot-spot is easily one of best Italian restaurants in Chicago. This Chicago restaurant offers all of the classics and then some. Looking for something extra decadent for dinner? Try the Filetto di Manzo al Barolo.
The old standby Italian spot in the neighborhood. We love eating at Topo Gigio (a.k.a. getting lost in a big bowl of pasta and a few bottles of wine) any day of the week. This is the ideal place to escape the rest of the shenanigans happening on Wells St.
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Topo Gigio Ristorante
1516 N Wells StTopo Gigio is a small piece of Italy located in the heart of Old Town Chicago. A local favorite for over 25 years, this homey hot-spot is easily one of best Italian restaurants in Chicago. This Chicago restaurant offers all of the classics and then some. Looking for something extra decadent for dinner? Try the Filetto di Manzo al Barolo.
The old standby Italian spot in the neighborhood. We love eating at Topo Gigio (a.k.a. getting lost in a big bowl of pasta and a few bottles of wine) any day of the week. This is the ideal place to escape the rest of the shenanigans happening on Wells St.
In addition to its amazing menu and delicious cocktail list, Twin Anchors boasts a history going back over a hundred years. Founded in as early as 1910, this restaurant and tavern is a Chicago staple, earning recognition from bigwigs like Frank Sinatra and making appearances in films like The Dark Knight.
Twin Anchors is famous for serving excellent ribs, and for being a favorite Chicago hangout of Frank Sinatra back in the day. It’s been around since 1932, and the giant laminated menus here remind us of old-school supper clubs. The ribs are tender and juicy (they’re slow cooked rather than smoked, so they aren’t technically barbecue), and perfect for getting a little messy underneath the glow of the restaurant’s light-up beer signs.
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Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern
1655 North Sedgwick StreetIn addition to its amazing menu and delicious cocktail list, Twin Anchors boasts a history going back over a hundred years. Founded in as early as 1910, this restaurant and tavern is a Chicago staple, earning recognition from bigwigs like Frank Sinatra and making appearances in films like The Dark Knight.
Twin Anchors is famous for serving excellent ribs, and for being a favorite Chicago hangout of Frank Sinatra back in the day. It’s been around since 1932, and the giant laminated menus here remind us of old-school supper clubs. The ribs are tender and juicy (they’re slow cooked rather than smoked, so they aren’t technically barbecue), and perfect for getting a little messy underneath the glow of the restaurant’s light-up beer signs.
Boka is one of the most critically acclaimed restaurants in Chicago, and it just so happens to be in the center of Old Town. With a James Beard nominated head chef at the helm, a night at this classic dining establishment is sure to be one to remember.
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Boka
1729 N Halsted StBoka is one of the most critically acclaimed restaurants in Chicago, and it just so happens to be in the center of Old Town. With a James Beard nominated head chef at the helm, a night at this classic dining establishment is sure to be one to remember.
Although Old Town Pour House has locations in Naperville and Oak Brook, there is no denying that this Old Town spot will forever be a neighborhood favorite. Hailed for its extensive draft list and mouth-watering burgers, The Pour House is guaranteed to satisfy your craving for a good ‘ole American meal.
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Old Town Pour House - Chicago
1419 N Wells StAlthough Old Town Pour House has locations in Naperville and Oak Brook, there is no denying that this Old Town spot will forever be a neighborhood favorite. Hailed for its extensive draft list and mouth-watering burgers, The Pour House is guaranteed to satisfy your craving for a good ‘ole American meal.
Styled after a post-war era sports bar, The VIG’s signature theme is “it’s good to be bad.” Featuring a menu chock-full of movie and pop culture references, The VIG promises its customers a unique dining experience any time of the day. Our recommendation? Head to The VIG for brunch and treat yourself to a skillet cinnamon roll.
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The VIG Chicago
1527 N Wells StStyled after a post-war era sports bar, The VIG’s signature theme is “it’s good to be bad.” Featuring a menu chock-full of movie and pop culture references, The VIG promises its customers a unique dining experience any time of the day. Our recommendation? Head to The VIG for brunch and treat yourself to a skillet cinnamon roll.
Having just opened in 2017, Happy Camper is a relative newcomer to the Old Town restaurant scene. However, with an extensive menu and an adorable camp-site theme, this funky pizza place is sure to be a hit. But underage pizza enthusiasts beware: this establishment is for patrons who are 21+ only.
We salute the Happy Camper crew for creating a fun, casual atmosphere with solid pizzas and beers. The pizza here has toppings ranging from the usual suspects to buffalo chicken and pulled pork, plus a crust that’s soft and airy but also crunchy on the outside. The space is the major draw, though. It’s kind of like an adult playground, with tire swing barstools, a rehabbed Airstream camper, and an enormous neon outline of the Great Lakes on the wall. If you’re looking to gather some friends and kick it indoors, there’s no better place.
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Happy Camper Pizzeria
1209 N Wells StHaving just opened in 2017, Happy Camper is a relative newcomer to the Old Town restaurant scene. However, with an extensive menu and an adorable camp-site theme, this funky pizza place is sure to be a hit. But underage pizza enthusiasts beware: this establishment is for patrons who are 21+ only.
We salute the Happy Camper crew for creating a fun, casual atmosphere with solid pizzas and beers. The pizza here has toppings ranging from the usual suspects to buffalo chicken and pulled pork, plus a crust that’s soft and airy but also crunchy on the outside. The space is the major draw, though. It’s kind of like an adult playground, with tire swing barstools, a rehabbed Airstream camper, and an enormous neon outline of the Great Lakes on the wall. If you’re looking to gather some friends and kick it indoors, there’s no better place.
Woodie’s offers classic bar fare to go with its classic bar decor. From baked mac & cheese to buffalo chicken sliders – its a safe bet that a night at Woodie’s will require some extra stretchy pants and a big appetite. If you’re looking for something totally out-of-bounds, try the Fat Bastard sandwich. That is, if you’re up to the challange.
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Woodie's Flat
1535 N Wells StWoodie’s offers classic bar fare to go with its classic bar decor. From baked mac & cheese to buffalo chicken sliders – its a safe bet that a night at Woodie’s will require some extra stretchy pants and a big appetite. If you’re looking for something totally out-of-bounds, try the Fat Bastard sandwich. That is, if you’re up to the challange.
Kamehachi is one of Chicago’s oldest and most beloved sushi restaurants. The original establishment, located in Old Town, is usually packed with dozens of hungry sushi fans. If you can manage to grab a table, order the Blazing Red Dragon – it won’t disappoint.
On the spectrum of sushi restaurants, Kamehachi fits into the “pretty good, a little pricey but that’s just Chicago, casual enough to pick up, but nice enough to go out to on a Saturday night” category. The best strategy for tackling the big menu is to go heavy on the signature rolls (the Crouching Tuna Hidden Crab is a fun one), and get appetizers like gyoza and tempura for the table.
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Kamehachi
1531 N Wells StKamehachi is one of Chicago’s oldest and most beloved sushi restaurants. The original establishment, located in Old Town, is usually packed with dozens of hungry sushi fans. If you can manage to grab a table, order the Blazing Red Dragon – it won’t disappoint.
On the spectrum of sushi restaurants, Kamehachi fits into the “pretty good, a little pricey but that’s just Chicago, casual enough to pick up, but nice enough to go out to on a Saturday night” category. The best strategy for tackling the big menu is to go heavy on the signature rolls (the Crouching Tuna Hidden Crab is a fun one), and get appetizers like gyoza and tempura for the table.
Of course we wouldn’t leave out Orso’s in the classic Italian category of Old Town. Orso’s is similar to Topo Gigio in style and ambience, but the service is a little more formal. It has a red sauce-heavy menu, but what really sets Orso’s apart is its enclosed back patio that feels like a garden. It’s a great spot for a laid-back summer dinner.
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Orso's
1401 N Wells StOf course we wouldn’t leave out Orso’s in the classic Italian category of Old Town. Orso’s is similar to Topo Gigio in style and ambience, but the service is a little more formal. It has a red sauce-heavy menu, but what really sets Orso’s apart is its enclosed back patio that feels like a garden. It’s a great spot for a laid-back summer dinner.
Looking for food that’s affordable and fast, but still good? Old Jerusalem is a good bet for either a carry-out situation or a quick sit-down meal. Stick to the Mediterranean classics like hummus, shawarma, and a kebab or two, and remember to BYOB if you’re eating in.
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Old Jerusalem Restaurant
1411 N Wells StLooking for food that’s affordable and fast, but still good? Old Jerusalem is a good bet for either a carry-out situation or a quick sit-down meal. Stick to the Mediterranean classics like hummus, shawarma, and a kebab or two, and remember to BYOB if you’re eating in.
An Old Town diner staple for a casual breakfast, lunch, or dinner since 1973. Nookies has the familiar diner options not so concisely laid out on a menu with approximately 700 pages. You can eat everything from eggs and potatoes to a club sandwich to meatloaf or beef stroganoff. That said, we prefer Nookies for brunch - and we particularly like the crunchy French toast, battered and fried in cornflakes.
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Nookies
1746 N Wells StAn Old Town diner staple for a casual breakfast, lunch, or dinner since 1973. Nookies has the familiar diner options not so concisely laid out on a menu with approximately 700 pages. You can eat everything from eggs and potatoes to a club sandwich to meatloaf or beef stroganoff. That said, we prefer Nookies for brunch - and we particularly like the crunchy French toast, battered and fried in cornflakes.
Kanela is trying to take over the breakfast and lunch game in Chicago, one diner at a time - there are now six locations across the city. The one in Old Town is good for breakfast, brunch, or lunch seven days a week from 8am-3pm. That makes Kanela a serious utility player, with everything from red velvet French toast to crab cake benedict and a croque madame. This place is slammed on the weekends, but if you come during the week you won’t have to wait long.
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Kanela Breakfast Club
3231 N Clark StKanela is trying to take over the breakfast and lunch game in Chicago, one diner at a time - there are now six locations across the city. The one in Old Town is good for breakfast, brunch, or lunch seven days a week from 8am-3pm. That makes Kanela a serious utility player, with everything from red velvet French toast to crab cake benedict and a croque madame. This place is slammed on the weekends, but if you come during the week you won’t have to wait long.
Chicago neighborhood bar and grill; best chicken pot pie you will ever have but you have to order it in person (not as good as carry out)
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Marge's Still
1758 N Sedgwick StChicago neighborhood bar and grill; best chicken pot pie you will ever have but you have to order it in person (not as good as carry out)
Neighborhood bar and grill; 2 blocks from the condo
Menu recommendation: buffalo chicken egg rolls
Black Barrel Tavern OLD TOWN
455 West North AvenueNeighborhood bar and grill; 2 blocks from the condo
Menu recommendation: buffalo chicken egg rolls
This is our favorite carry out deep dish pizza (we are not fans of Giordano's)
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
1120 N State StThis is our favorite carry out deep dish pizza (we are not fans of Giordano's)
If you are able to get into this restaurant while you are in Chicago you will not regret it - easily in our top 3 favorite places to eat in the city.
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Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio
1020 W Madison StIf you are able to get into this restaurant while you are in Chicago you will not regret it - easily in our top 3 favorite places to eat in the city.
Girl & The Goat
809 W Randolph St
S.K.Y.
1239 W 18th StPark
Outdoor park that is 1 mile from the condo; the best views are walking north on Mohawk Street
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オズ・パーク
2021 N Burling StOutdoor park that is 1 mile from the condo; the best views are walking north on Mohawk Street