Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Chicago

ben m. • April 24, 2017Sit outside if you can, but inside is great too. Can get crowded, but they make a solid cocktail and the beer is usually interesting.

Cynthia G. • March 18, 2023Filipino breakfast (combo) the longaniza is great but the tocino is the best I’ve ever had. The Ube latte and the Ube and huckleberry basque cake are also wonderful.

Helena • January 12, 2013Unreal subs! Yum! American and Italian are my favs!

Avery A. • November 3, 2016Scofflaw has an expertly crafted drink menu that has delicious options for any season and a comfy and spacious layout with larges couches and chairs as well as a fireplace.

Emily H. • April 20, 2018The Ipsento Latte is phenomenal. Do not miss it.

Zach S. • February 2, 2018Pimento biscuit and key lime pie are amazing. Super friendly staff too.

Alli B. • June 30, 2013The tofu and veggies scramble is amazing!!

Shannon J. • December 7, 2023The pizza is amazing! The patio is dog friendly!

Clara K. • April 18, 2019The best coffee shop I’ve been to so far. A great cause, and they make a great iced mocha, too!!

Rachel G. • May 18, 2014Goat cheese cashew caramel is unbelievable! Totally different than any gelato I've had before. Must try!

Leia S. • July 29, 2019So good! Loved the oatmeal (I know no one says that, but it was delightful)

Ben L. • December 22, 2009Pork shoulder rocked my world! That's the best thing I've had in a long time.

Jodie B. • September 9, 2013On of my favorite pizza places! Spinach tomato and goat cheese mmmmm

Kate • July 9, 2017So delicious! Mango and lemon were light and perfect for a hot, summer day!

Caroline M. • October 9, 2022Hard to go wrong. Fun cocktail selection and good wine list. standouts include the crab Rangoon, potstickers, Dan Dan noodles, dry chili chicken, Mongolian beef….but honestly, everything is great.

Piotr P. • April 22, 2018It's really hard to zoom in on what's amazing about this place but... It just is. There perfect local bar with great Pina Coladas and great staff.

Justin L. • August 24, 2018Good coffee at an affordable price. Seating at windows have plugins which is great for doing work, even though stools are a little close. And free sparkling water on tap!

Maggie • March 20, 2014Arguably the best ramen in Chicagoland. Super filling - get the tonkotsu ramen!

Elizabeth W. • August 21, 2014Had the ribs, amazing, and can't wait to return for the famous brisket! And byob too!

Joe G. • August 3, 2018Great biscuits and pie. Will be back to try the pie cone

Bill S. • September 29, 2015Special drinks are amazeballs. Honey latte & peanutbutter chocolate!

Juan D. • October 20, 2016So far so good nice set up ! Nice creative sodas:) and sandwiches look good ❣️💙

Martin • May 4, 2019Ribeye w/ Sticky Rice, Peanut, Fresh Herbs and Chili Sauce

Ann Marie H. • July 21, 2011The lime curry mussles are great! They give you enough broth to pour over rice too!!

Adam W. • March 31, 2011Fantastic beer selection! Try the Apricot Ale!

Timothy A. • December 17, 2016Everything is great -- Chicago-style hot dogs, super cheesies (burgers), super (fried) veggies and shakes.

Michael H. • June 29, 2014Just order the chicken and waffles. Order them as an appetizer, again as the entree and they make for a delicious dessert. It's the perfect three course meal.

Awadh A. • April 8, 2016Meats and appetizers are the best, I can't specify. Everything is good at this place!

Beth G. • November 12, 2012Favorites: escarole with sausage & beans, cavatelli, pasta e fagioli & Danish blue salad.

Kate S. • December 28, 2014Eggs Diablo and Pepito Scramble are my brunch favs. Can't go wrong with either!