I've been living in Chicago for 3 years and I'm married to a born and raised Chicagoan, so we've been all around the city to eat! And I'm picky, so if it's on this list you know it's good ๐
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Breakfast/Brunch ๐ฅ๐ฅฏ
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Sandwiches ๐ฅช
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Pasta & Pizza ๐๐
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Sushi, Ramen, & Pan-Asian food ๐ฑ๐ฅก๐๐ฃ
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Tacos, Tortas, & Latin American food ๐ฏ๐ฎ
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Soul food ๐๐ซ
Breakfast/Brunch ๐ฅ๐ฅฏ
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Want brunch that will leave you full the entire day? This is your place! There is no wrong option on the menu, everything is amazing ๐
Pastores + Brunch โ Pastores + Brunch
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Perfect place to grab a quick bite, whether it's for breakfast, lunch, or early dinner! I love the Al Pastor sandwich, it's divine!
Sissy's Sandwich
Sandwiches ๐ฅช
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A super casual deli atmosphere with the best Italian beef I've ever had!
Morry's Deli - Taylor Street - Chicago, IL
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This is the cutest little cafe with the nicest people and good, cheap food!
Little Sandwich House
Pasta & Pizza ๐๐
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Forget Giordanos, this is the best pizza around!
Best Pizza Place in Chicago | Connie's Pizza
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This place has some of the best pasta in the city! Definitely check out their fettuccine alfredo!
Trattoria Porretta
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Their deep dish pizza weighs like 10 pounds and is the best deep dish I've ever had. Totally worth the price โบ๏ธ
Easy Street Pizza & Beer Garden โ Modern pizzeria that celebrates ...
Sushi, Ramen, & Pan-Asian food ๐ฑ๐ฅก๐๐ฃ
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I've spent way too much money here, but it was money well spent. Get the garlic steak roll ๐
Sushi + | Rotary Sushi Bar
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Don't tell anyone, but this is my go-to place for good, cheap, sushi
Lawrence Fish Market
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If you want cheap, good Pan-Asian food, this is the place! My top recs include the Pad Thai, crab rangoons, and any of their smoothies!
Jess Cafe
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If you want a sophisticated dining experience, check this place out! Great sushi and ramen for a decent price
Blowfish Sushi & Ramen | Japanese Dining | Chicago
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It's literally a Michelin Star rated restaurant, so you know it's good! Pretty good prices for some really great food! Just be prepared to wait because there's always a line out the door!
MCCB Chicago ๆถๅฐ้ฃ่ฐฑ
Tacos, Tortas, & Latin American food ๐ฏ๐ฎ
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The owners are the sweetest people to ever exist! Everything is good, but I have dreams about their pastor torta
El Taco Feliz Taqueria
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Vibrant restaurant in the heart of a beautiful neighborhood! The tortas are amazing, and the portions are huge!
5 Rabanitos - Pilsen, Chicago, IL
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Great selection of Mexican food, quick service, and super delicious!
Taqueria El Asadero
Soul food ๐๐ซ
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Everyone here is so sweet and welcoming! Plus the biscuits are to die for ๐
Pearl's Place
Mediterranean food ๐ซ๐ง
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My wife and I had our first date here! Not only did we fall in love here, but we fell in love with the food! This is my favorite restaurant in the entire city, hands down. The butter chicken is so good it will cure all of your worries ๐
Kabobi - Persian and Mediterranean Grill
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Great vibes, cheap food, and delicious meals! Get the butter chicken!
Ghareeb Nawaz
Sweets/Desserts๐ฆ๐ช๐ง
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Just get the hot fudge and thank me later
Margies Candies - Chicago, IL
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Super delicious sweets and great prices!!
Panaderia El Acambaro
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Just outside Chicago, but this bakery is so good that I literally ordered a sample box of treats, ate them out in the car, and returned 5 minutes later to get another box! Go support this Palestinian owned business, they were so so sweet and the pric...
Selma's Sweets & Frozen Treats
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GO HERE! I cannot emphasize enough how amazing everything is (and I know, I've ordered everything on the menu.) The owner, Carmen, is the sweetest person ever and made my wedding cookies. You can't go wrong with any treats here, but def try the alfaj...
Miski Custom Cakes & Bakery | Chicago
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Amazing people who are literally rays of sunshine! They have lots of unique ice cream flavors and a peach cobbler to die for!
