Rocks Lincoln Park
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park, DePaul

1301 W Schubert Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614

Matt L. writes: For a neighborhood bar, this place is pretty nice. The beer garden is spacious and the interior is quite a'ight. But I was just there for like half an hour, so I wouldn't normally write a review, but I had tell you guys about the fried onion things…

Humboldt Pie Pizza
Neighborhood: Humboldt Park

1001 N California Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Natalie E. writes: The other day I went to Humboldt Pie and I found a dime bag on the floor in the bathroom. They also have one dollar all-you-can drink coffee, so yeah, I like the place.

The Latin School of Chicago
Neighborhood: Near North Side

59 W North Blvd
Chicago, IL 60610

Ellen M. writes: It PAINS me to write a five-star review of the Latin School.  When I was a student at Lincoln Park High School we HATED these kids.  We hated the LPHS kids who partied with the Latin kids.  We were just resentful brats with parents just the teeniest…

Boot Camp with Jen

Chicago, IL 60686

carolynne r. writes: Very very impressed with Jen.  She is one cool, hard core chick!  Very thorough - she works all parts of the body equally and checks to make sure you are doing the moves with proper form.  

Bootcamp classes are offered 3 times a week, from May to…

Big Joe's
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

1818 W Foster Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640

Kevin M. writes: Jesus Christ, $2.50 for a PBR and I get to watch turtle faces? - hell yes.

If you're in the area and in the mood for playing some darts, drinking some beers and yelling at some turtles then you must stop by. Granted, the place is a dive and the music…

Tamarind
Neighborhood: South Loop

614 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60605

Steph P. writes: There are a handful of choices for different kinds of cuisine: Thai, Indian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese. My friend and I decided to share a maki roll and some noodles. I can't remember the detail, but I remember thinking that the portions were…

The Plush Horse

12301 S 86th Ave
Palos Park, IL 60464

Dave S. writes: This place is one of my favorite spots for ice cream. It has been around for a really long time and from the way things look, it will be along for a long time to come.

Where else can you get some good old-fashioned homemade ice cream? Far better than…

En-Thai-Ce
Neighborhood: Edgewater

5701 N Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60660

dallas h. writes: I recently had dinner at Enthaice and it was a pretty good experience. The food for was good, service prompt, and no corkage fee BYOB. Cool. I was amused by one of our two servers. My friend wanted to order the Red Snapper special. This is…

City Fresh Market

3201 W Devon Ave
Chicago, IL 60659

Maria T. writes: I like the fruits and veggies selection; they have the basics we all know and love (and some we know and loathe) as well and some I look at and wonder WTF would I do with that?!  I love experimenting with fresh stuff.  Good selection of fresh dairy…

Lake Shore Drive

Chicago, IL 60686

Dave S. writes: There are very few stretches of road that can rival LSD. From north to south you have the most visually stimulating scenery of any roadway in the country. I am not talking about natural beauty, for that you need to take a ride down the Pacific Coast…

Lake Side Cafe
Neighborhood: Rogers Park

1418 W Howard Street
Chicago, IL 60626

Deanna M. writes: Worth braving a blizzard for?  I'm still not sure, but Lake Side Cafe surprised me by being excellent.

I started out with a ginger brew, which was mild but still had a bit of a spicy kick.  Got a small bowl of lentil, sweet potato, and curry soup that…

Marie's Riptide Lounge
Neighborhood: Bucktown

1750 W Armitage
Chicago, IL 60647

Jeff B. writes: Wow, great drunk people watching here. I drunkenly once saw some drunk lock themselves in the bathroom not realizing that you cant shut the door all the way.I was drunk.  It was a busy night and drunk people were angry and drunk. I love drunk angry…

Duke's Bar and Grill
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

2616 N Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60686

Matt L. writes: Place is cool man. Fer realz. It's right next to Wiener's Circle's and McDonald's so if you don't want the bar food, you can either get a hot dog and cheez friez and get called "a fat muthafucka" (I am speaking from experience) or you can get a flame…

Culvers

18248 Sayre Ave
Tinley Park, IL 60477

Patrick W. writes: Stopped by with a group from work between meetings. Culvers was just what the doctor ordered! Hot, fresh food, ready in a hurry. The house brand root beer was really good, and the burger was great. The star of the show was the girl working the dining…

The Hot Spot
Neighborhood: Logan Square

2824 W Armitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

David K. writes: The best breakfast burrito i've had. I've only ever had 2, one in prison down Mississippi ways. This was way better. Wear sunglasses if you are remotely hungover cos the paintjob is brighter than a Bush twin.

Golden Nugget Pancake House
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

4747 N Ravenswood Ave
Chicago, IL 60640

Kim J. writes: I would not normally give out a 5 star review for a greasy spoon, but after what happened today, the Golden Nugget gets an extra star.

The boyfriend and I have been going to "the Nug" for ages now.  After a night of drinking, nothing makes you feel…

Snappy's Shrimp House
Neighborhood: North Center

1901 Irving Park Road
Chicago, IL 60613

Nancy K. writes: Mainly a carry-out place, although they have a few places to sit down.  Very clean and bright.

Hands down the best fried shrimp we've ever had.  We also had the catfish and hush puppies which were excellent.  All were done to perfection.  

They use…

Pollo Campero
Neighborhood: Montclare

2730 N Narragansett Ave
Chicago, IL 60639

Adrian W. writes: So this was a visit on a Sunday afternoon, with low expectations. I mean, fast food chicken? I'm thinking it's gonna be a Latino Popeye's with a twist.
(A trend you will realize soon) I was wrong.
This place is amazing.

We walk in and I don't know…

Norm's Automotive Clinic Inc

5943 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60659

Monica D. writes: I've been taking my 1990 Blazer to Norm's place for about 5 or 6 years.  They really care about their clients. As a woman, I have gotten a bunch of bullshit everywhere else I've gone.  Not to mention all the doom and gloom on the poor condition of my…

Dogone Fun
Neighborhood: Near Southside

1717 S State St
Chicago, IL 60616

Rupert V. writes: Great place for pets - pricey but there's not much choice on the southside after all. The staff are excellent - even if they change a lot (probably close to minimum wage job after all) - and seem to genuinely love dogs.

Buddha

Chicago, IL 60622

Kristina R. writes: He's the Asian Santa Claus, sans beard!  What?  Don't think it's true?  Check it...

1. Bowl full of jelly.

2. People get what's comin' to 'em.

3. Kind hearted soul.

4. The jolliness factor.

5. Rub his belly for luck.

6. He exists...or does he?…

Le Bon Visage
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River East

233 E Erie St
Ste 202
Chicago, IL 60611

Liz Q. writes: FULL DISCLOSURE!

I am the owner and operator of Le Bon Visage Corrective Skin Care and Cosmetics.

Just to give you a little info about my business - I provide quality skin care for men, women and teens. I firmly believe that great skin shouldn't cost…

Check Please!

WTTW Channel 11
Chicago, IL 60686

Nancy K. writes: http://www.wttw.com/ma...

We have been watching this show since it's inception.  We loved Amanda Puck (DIL of Wolfgang).   Alpana is a Master Sommelier and  found her groove shortly after taking the helm.  The above link is direct and has past…

Rosded Restaurant
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

2308 W Leland Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

Keiko S. writes: UPDATE: We've tried more dishes here. All very good! My new favorite is the "yen ta fo" noodle soup; it's better than tom yum noodle soup. Not too crazy about the actual noodle itself, though.

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Riverside Deli
Neighborhood: Bucktown

1656 W Cortland St
Chicago, IL 60622

Gil J. writes: Do not go here. Do not eat here. Stay away. This place is, as was said, a gem. It is not for you. You will hate it. Leave it to me. The best, and I mean the best, mashed potatoes ever sold. Fresh squeezed oj, phenominal blueberry pancakes, and great…

Salon Michael
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

1939 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614

Mia S. writes: Salon Michael is a cozy, tiny salon in Lincoln Park that you probably wouldn't notice if you were driving by.  Stop inside and you'll be surprised; the atmosphere is incredibly comfortable, you'll feel like you're at someone's house. The staff's…

Blue Max Coffee

26 Lathrop Ave
Forest Park, IL 60130

Nancy K. writes: Hidden gem!  What a wonderful find!  The ambiance and feel of this cafe are wonderful.  The people are friendly and warm.  Great coffee, good eats and good prices.  A must try if in the area.  Free Wi-Fi

Summer Hours:
SUN:              8:00-4:00…

Caldwell's Kitchen & Tap

7201 N. Caldwell Avenue
Niles, IL 60714

carolynne r. writes: Imagine a dingy, pink-vinyl clad, dim, smoky joint with questionable levels of cleanliness.  This was the old Melrose diner.  A bit on the skeezy side, I was there once and was absolutely not impressed.  Put off was more like it.

Well, the Melrose…

Oakwood 83
Neighborhood: North Center

1959 W Montrose Ave
Chicago, IL 60613

Daniel B. writes: I've been here a few times and everytime it's been good.  Sometimes you have to extend the night a little bit past 3 in the morning and this is the spot to do it in.  Don't have to worry about long lines to get in or too many tough guys looking for a…

Chicago Cat Nannies
Neighborhood: Lakeview

911 W Wolfram
Chicago, IL 60657

Nancy K. writes: Based on their site and talking with the owner 5*.  We will be using their services in the future. They have helpful hints.

from website:

Welcome! Chicago Cat Nannies is comprised of a unique group of caring women who currently work, or have worked in…

The Piano Man
Neighborhood: Lakeview, Wrigleyville

3801 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60613

MaryAnne M. writes: The only bar I can stand after a Cubs game. Well, not really, but one of my favorites. The suburbanite fan ratio pretty low here. One thing, the "specials" tend to change/increase as the night goes on. But at that point you're probably half in the…

Traipse
Neighborhood: North Center

4341 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60615

Jennifer H. writes: I love everything about Traipse. Margaret is very helpful and kind, and the shoes are the best! I walked out with a pair of red Cydwoqs -- pricey, but definitely worth the hefty tag. They're some of the most comfortable shoes I've worn. Fun, funky,…

Anthony's Homemade Italian Ice
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3442 N Southport
Chicago, IL 60686

Alison M. writes: I love Anthony's!  The Italian Ice is spectacular.  They have about 12 different flavors and I almost feel healthy eating it because it's homemade and loaded with big pieces of fruit.  How bad can it be for me?  It's fruit!  (This is the same logic I…

Pinatas

From A Tree
Chicago, IL 60618

Kristina R. writes: I tied a big ol' pinata to a tree at my niece's birthday party.  

I was having a crappy time, though.  My brother had pissed me off to no end by re-telling my embarrassing sleepwalking story to his friends.  They all had a hearty laugh at my…

Chicago Avenue Salon
Neighborhood: Ukrainian Village

1941 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Amy J. writes: I got a haircut with Lauren today, who was fabulous. I went in feeling all nervous because of my last hair experience (see my review for another 'salon' and be forwarned). She did a fabulous job of fixing the cut I have and for cutting it to grow…

Salon Envy
Neighborhood: DePaul

2070 N Clybourn Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

Diana M. writes: After desperately looking for a salon that I can depend on I can definitely say that Salon Envy is it!  The atmosphere was great and the parking was definitely a plus.  I went in there with a huge hair color disaster and walked out with a beautiful…

Picante Grill
Neighborhood: Pilsen

1626 S Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60608

Nicole J. writes: Don't be fooled by the neighborhood!  You need to eat at this place!

It's right down the street from my pad and I adore this place.  The staff is so genuine, the bar is cool, and the upstairs is airy and inviting.  There's also really neat artwork on…