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Be a Local in Lincoln Park
Cafe Vienna is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

1. Cafe Vienna

7.6
2523 N Clark St (at W Deming Pl), Chicago, IL
Café · Park West · 50 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The panini-style Reuben was a treat. Give it a try if you are in the mood for a warm sandwich.

The Edge Bar & Grill is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

2. The Edge Bar & Grill

2720 N Clark St (at Schubert), Chicago, IL
Diner · Park West · 50 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The skillet breakfasts are all excellent. Try one of the many flavored coffee creamers at your table (I suggest Amaretto!)

Molly's Cupcakes is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

3. Molly's Cupcakes

8.9
2536 N Clark St (btwn Wrightwood & Deming), Chicago, IL
Cupcake Shop · Park West · 207 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: $1.00 off your cupcake on your birthday (with ID)!

North Avenue Beach is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

4. North Avenue Beach

9.1
1600 N Lake Shore Dr (btwn Fullerton Pkwy & North Ave), Chicago, IL
Beach · Lincoln Park · 82 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Spread out! There's plenty of room here, don't set up camp right on top of someone else.

Diversey Harbor Marina is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

5. Diversey Harbor Marina

8.2
2601 N Cannon Dr (at Diversey Pkwy.), Chicago, IL
Harbor or Marina · Lincoln Park · 21 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: The water is too shallow to dive here. Don't try it.

North Avenue Softball Fields is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

6. North Avenue Softball Fields

6.5
1765 N Stockton Dr, Chicago, IL
Baseball Field · Lincoln Park · 3 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Stop by here for a sweet sports game.

Lincoln Park is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

7. Lincoln Park

9.3
N Lake Shore Dr (btwn Glenlake Ave & Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · Lincoln Park · 43 tips and reviews

Joseph B.Joseph B.: There's a great running trail on the far north end of the Park.

Lincoln Park Zoo is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

8. Lincoln Park Zoo

9.2
2001 N Clark St (btwn Fullerton Pkwy & LaSalle Dr), Chicago, IL
Zoo · Lincoln Park · 283 tips and reviews

Joseph B.Joseph B.: Pretty solid, especially for a free zoo.

Elks National Memorial and Headquarters is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

9. Elks National Memorial and Headquarters

2750 N Lakeview Ave (Diversey), Chicago, IL
Memorial Site · Park West · 5 tips and reviews

Joseph B.Joseph B.: An incredibly impressive building, inside and out.

Chicago History Museum is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

10. Chicago History Museum

8.9
1601 N Clark St (at North Ave), Chicago, IL
History Museum · Lincoln Park · 61 tips and reviews

Joseph B.Joseph B.: The temporary exhibits can be hit or miss, but the permanent stuff easily warrants at least one visit.

Del Seoul is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

11. Del Seoul

8.9
2568 N Clark St (at W Wrightwood Ave), Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Park West · 162 tips and reviews

Sabrina M.Sabrina M: Try the new poutine dish. Like me, you'll be drooling at the table...

Summer House Santa Monica is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

12. Summer House Santa Monica

8.7
1954 N Halsted St (btwn Armitage Ave & Willow St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · North Side · 134 tips and reviews

Linda F.Linda Felter: A great place to get that summer vibe during the cold Chicago winters. And fantastic food! The other tips don't steer you wrong. Must haves: calamari & burrata.

Boka is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

13. Boka

8.9
1729 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Lincoln Park · 104 tips and reviews

Linda F.Linda Felter: Boka does "simple" deliciously! The rotating menu updates with the season - but stick with the classics the chef does great with chicken and vegetables. Simple but oh so delicious.

14. Lito's Empanadas

8.3
2566 N Clark St (at Wrightwood Ave.), Chicago, IL
Snack Place · Park West · 22 tips and reviews

Brad C.Brad Chmielewski: Get the homemade hot sauce!

The Wiener's Circle is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

15. The Wiener's Circle

7.9
2622 N Clark St (btwn Drummond Pl & Wrightwood Ave), Chicago, IL
Hot Dog Joint · Park West · 130 tips and reviews

Teddy C.Teddy C.: Try the chocolate shake

Kingston Mines is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

16. Kingston Mines

9.1
2548 N Halsted St (at Wrightwood Ave), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · Lincoln Park · 111 tips and reviews
Neo Nightclub is one of Be a Local in Lincoln Park.

17. Neo Nightclub

1575 N. Milwaukee Ave. (at N. Damen Ave.), Chicago, IL
Night Club · Wicker Park · 67 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Smith: Picture the first scene in "Blade," where Wesley Snipes is hunting the vampires in the underground club. Now picture everyone there having a fantastic time on the dance floor. You're here! Enjoy!