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Chicago’s aesthetic cafes & restaurants
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items Here’s a list of cafes and restaurants that I find super aesthetically appealing & of course delicious food and drinks! I discovered these places on my many walks through the city or recommendations from other creators on TikTok. Some of these pl...
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Cafes
Brunch & Lunch
Dinner
Cafes
I discovered this place on my many walks through the city & had to try it out. They have a huge variety of coffee, tea, cakes, gelato and alcoholic beverages. The pistacho cheesecake was my favorite!
Café Crèmerie
I found this bakery when I went to New York YEARS ago & was so happy that they opened a few locations in Chicago. I had their matcha croissants filled with matcha cream and dipped with matcha powder. I don’t think they make this pastry anymore bu...
Paris Baguette
I haven’t been here but my sister highly recommends. It’s right next to Cafe Cremerie & I just love the atmosphere. Will be updating!
L.A. Burdick Chocolates
French Asian bakery located in Chinatown. I get so tempted to buy a whole cake every time I visit. I love the variety of pastries they offer!
TOUS les JOURS
There are now 3 locations of this amazing cafe and restaurant. I’ve only been to one and I always order the same thing. The cappuccino con cajeta is my absolute favorite drink ever. I haven’t tried the other locations yet but I’m excited to check the...
La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant
The iconic Ralph’s Coffee opened in Chicago about two years ago! A luxury and chic cafe with delicious pastries and coffee. I bought the coffee cup with the matching saucer so I can feel like I’m at Ralph’s.
Ralph’s Coffee
Brunch & Lunch
I never knew that Ralph Lauren had a restaurant until again I discovered it on my walk. I had their burger, lobster roll and chicken sandwich. The interior is absolutely beautiful & is definitely Ralph Lauren. Perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ralph Lauren Restaurant
One of my favorite lunch spots ever!! I ALWAYS get their burger and fries every time. Their menu is limited but everything looks so delicious. There is another RH restaurant in Oak Brook but this location is my favorite & unique. Perfect for brun...
Three Arts Cafe
A Mexican and French inspired brunch restaurant located in Oak Park, not too far from Chicago. They have a large menu of special coffees, teas and many alcoholic drinks. Of course I had to have a crepe but everyone on their menu looked so delicious. ...
Crepas Culichi - Endulza Tu Vida!
Dinner
This is one of my favorite Italian restaurants in the city. I brought my family here and we’ve been so many times now. I always have their calamari & fettuccine Alfredo. The serving sizes are perfect & I always leave satisfied. I always take ...
Quartino Italian Restaurant - Quartino Ristorante & Wine Bar
I haven’t been here yet but I’ve heard such great things about the food and the ambience of the restaurant. Will be updating soon!
Cafe Bionda | Chicago South Loop
Definitely on my list to try! I hear the steak is delicious and I’m a huge fan of beautiful restaurants. Will be updating!
La Grande Boucherie
Chicago’s newest French restaurant in Lakeview! I’m so excited to try this place out. I’ve heard mixed reviews but the interiors are stunning. Will update!
Le Petit Marcel