Guidebook for Chicago

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Guidebook for Chicago

Arts & Culture

Great standup shows.
79 locals recommend
Laugh Factory
3175 N Broadway
79 locals recommend
Great standup shows.
Nearby theater that has a great selection of new films. Most of them are independent, so don't expect to find the latest Marvel movie. I have yet to see a bad film here.
71 locals recommend
Landmark's Century Centre Cinema
2828 N Clark St
71 locals recommend
Nearby theater that has a great selection of new films. Most of them are independent, so don't expect to find the latest Marvel movie. I have yet to see a bad film here.
A cinephile's dream theater. From obscure/weird midnight movies, to screening Tarantino's latest flick in 70 mm, this theater has something for everyone.
152 locals recommend
Music Box Theatre
3733 N Southport Ave
152 locals recommend
A cinephile's dream theater. From obscure/weird midnight movies, to screening Tarantino's latest flick in 70 mm, this theater has something for everyone.

Shopping

One of the best record stores in Chicago. Sell a mix of vinyl, CDs, DVDs, Blurays and more.
111 locals recommend
Reckless Records
929 W Belmont Ave
111 locals recommend
One of the best record stores in Chicago. Sell a mix of vinyl, CDs, DVDs, Blurays and more.
Great selection of graphic novels and the latest comics.
Graham Crackers Comics of Lakeview
3120 N Broadway
Great selection of graphic novels and the latest comics.
Hands down the best comic book store in the city, the variety in stock cannot be beat. These guys have everything including comics and zines from local artists.
Chicago Comics
3244 N Clark St
Hands down the best comic book store in the city, the variety in stock cannot be beat. These guys have everything including comics and zines from local artists.
Wonderful little store that sells a selection of locally made jewelry as well as an assortment of creative and funny cards.
Inkling
2917 1/2 N Broadway
Wonderful little store that sells a selection of locally made jewelry as well as an assortment of creative and funny cards.
If you've been playing video games since the 80s or you're a retro-gamer, this place is a must. Consoles and games from every generation and a highly knowledgeable staff.
People Play Games
3268 North Clark Street
If you've been playing video games since the 80s or you're a retro-gamer, this place is a must. Consoles and games from every generation and a highly knowledgeable staff.

Food Scene

Close by and cheap if you're looking for a quick meal.
116 locals recommend
Chipotle Mexican Grill
6600 N Sheridan Rd
116 locals recommend
Close by and cheap if you're looking for a quick meal.
Amazing Korean barbecue chicken and great rice bowls.
98 locals recommend
Crisp
2940 N Broadway
98 locals recommend
Amazing Korean barbecue chicken and great rice bowls.
Some of the best chicken in the neighborhood. Cash only though.
Chicken Hut
3200 N Broadway
Some of the best chicken in the neighborhood. Cash only though.
Some of the best coffee in the neighborhood. Also a good place to bring a laptop and get some work done.
95 locals recommend
Intelligentsia Coffee Broadway Coffeebar
3123 N Broadway
95 locals recommend
Some of the best coffee in the neighborhood. Also a good place to bring a laptop and get some work done.
Excellent coffee and pastries.
18 locals recommend
Bow Truss Coffee Roasters
2934 North Broadway
18 locals recommend
Excellent coffee and pastries.
Known for having some of the best burgers in the city.
60 locals recommend
Kuma's Too
666 West Diversey Parkway
60 locals recommend
Known for having some of the best burgers in the city.
Great coffee, sandwiches, and french pastries. One of my favorite places to grab a healthy meal.
57 locals recommend
La Boulangerie
3129 W Logan Blvd
57 locals recommend
Great coffee, sandwiches, and french pastries. One of my favorite places to grab a healthy meal.
Fresh local ingredients and cooked in front of you. Affordable too.
10 locals recommend
Glaze Teriyaki
3112 N Broadway
10 locals recommend
Fresh local ingredients and cooked in front of you. Affordable too.
Craving sushi? Look no further.
9 locals recommend
New Tokyo
3139 N Broadway
9 locals recommend
Craving sushi? Look no further.
Some of the best tasting Thai food in the neighborhood.
50 locals recommend
Joy's Noodles & Rice
3257 North Broadway
50 locals recommend
Some of the best tasting Thai food in the neighborhood.
One of my favorite Vietnamese sandwich places.
Bánh Mì BáGet
3548 N Southport Ave
One of my favorite Vietnamese sandwich places.
Above average diner that's open 24/7.
19 locals recommend
Melrose Diner
3233 North Broadway
19 locals recommend
Above average diner that's open 24/7.
The go-to restaurant for vegans and vegetarians. I'm neither and still found their food delicious.
17 locals recommend
Native Foods Cafe
1023 W Belmont Ave
17 locals recommend
The go-to restaurant for vegans and vegetarians. I'm neither and still found their food delicious.

Drinks & Nightlife

Live jazz and great atmosphere. Was also a favorite hangout of Al Capone back in the day.
471 locals recommend
The Green Mill
4802 North Broadway
471 locals recommend
Live jazz and great atmosphere. Was also a favorite hangout of Al Capone back in the day.

Essentials

My go-to for groceries.
360 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
667 W Diversey Pkwy
360 locals recommend
My go-to for groceries.

Everything Else

The CTA Belmont train stop that will take you almost anywhere in the city.
91 locals recommend
Belmont station
945 W Belmont Ave
91 locals recommend
The CTA Belmont train stop that will take you almost anywhere in the city.