Restaurants

Old Irving Brewing Co, hidden gem in the neighborhood of Irving Park. Cozy brewery hidden inside brick warehouse building serving fine house brewed beers and dishes, of course I cannot forget that cozy gloomy ambiance to unwind and relax. Perfect gastropub!

Good place to eat Chicago-style pizza in Ravenswood – Lakeview.

Parlor Pizza Bar in Wicker Park – Perfect place for day drinking, happy hour or dinner in wicker park. Good quality food offering different kinds of pizza menu for brunch, lunch and dinner.

Pasta D’Arte Trattoria Italiana is one of the best Italian restaurants in Chicago, serving authentic Italian food. Pasta D’Arte in Norwood neighborhood offers valet parking as sometimes finding a parking spot on the street might be challenging. Great selection of different kinds of pastas and wine.

Patino’s Grill – Family owned and operated restaurant in Irving Park. Burgers are their specialties!

Piece Brewery and Pizzeria – Perfect hang out place for adults in Wicker Park, serving New Haven Style pizza with the World Beer Cup Championship winner, hand crafted beers on tap. One of the best local micro breweries in Chicago.

Pueblo Nuevo is located at 4342 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60634 in Portage Park. Restaurant is open from 11:00 am to 9:30 pm Sunday through Thursday and 11:00 am to 10:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

Good carry out place for authentic Mexican food in Schaumburg.

Authentic Mexican food in Chicago – Sabroso! Mexican Grill in Ukrainian Village made it to my list!

Salsa 17, is located in Arlington Heights, suburbs of Chicago. If you are looking for a modern Mexican dining place for lunch or dinner then this place is worth trying at least once. Salsa 17 closes at 9:00 pm during week but during weekends it’s open until 11:00 pm.

One of the best Mexican restaurants in Chicago for traditional flavors. I would say you can get authentic Mexican food, especially Mexican tacos, tortas & sides pair with a variety of margaritas & tequilas in a colorful cantina.

Do not forget to try their Chicken Tinga tacos and Rajas vegetarian tacos.

Pakistani-Indian carry out restaurant in Des Plaines.

The Farnsworth House, was designed and constructed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe between 1945-51 for Dr. Edith Farnsworth. Designated as a National Historic Landmark, the House is widely recognized as an iconic masterpiece of modernist architecture.