Samantha's Guidebook

Samantha
Samantha's Guidebook

Food scene

Great Mexican in a hip atmosphere, reservations usually required on weekends
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Lonesome Rose
2101 N California Ave
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Great Mexican in a hip atmosphere, reservations usually required on weekends
Our favorite local sandwich shop, just around the block ;-)
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Wyler Road
3581 W Belden Ave
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Our favorite local sandwich shop, just around the block ;-)
Michelin rated local restaurant and one of our favorite places to eat
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Longman & Eagle
2657 N Kedzie Ave
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Michelin rated local restaurant and one of our favorite places to eat
Our favorite place to eat! Local or not! Walking distance from the Airbnb, but typically requires advanced reservations
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Giant
3209 W Armitage Ave
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Our favorite place to eat! Local or not! Walking distance from the Airbnb, but typically requires advanced reservations
Best Place in the city for brunch. Walk distance from Airbnb and just south of the square. Will require reservations for dinner service, walk-up wait for brunch can sometimes be an hour or longer, so arrive early!
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Lula Cafe
2537 N Kedzie Blvd
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Best Place in the city for brunch. Walk distance from Airbnb and just south of the square. Will require reservations for dinner service, walk-up wait for brunch can sometimes be an hour or longer, so arrive early!
Traditional French Bakery service coffee, treats and all assortments of French delicacies. Located just off the Square
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La Boulangerie
3129 W Logan Blvd
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Traditional French Bakery service coffee, treats and all assortments of French delicacies. Located just off the Square
Great and unique burger joint located off the Square. This restaurant is an off shoot from Michelin rated Chief Edward Kim and is strictly burger and wing focused.
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Mini Mott
3057 W Logan Blvd
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Great and unique burger joint located off the Square. This restaurant is an off shoot from Michelin rated Chief Edward Kim and is strictly burger and wing focused.
Straight forward Mexican with an Urban and artful twist. Empanadas here are our favorite
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Cafe Tola #2
3324 N California Ave
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Straight forward Mexican with an Urban and artful twist. Empanadas here are our favorite
Another Michelin rated local hot spot; Asian inspired dishes with attached brewery. Fantastic roof top seating area, inclosed so great all year round! Will most likely require reservations
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BiXi Beer
2515 N Milwaukee Ave
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Another Michelin rated local hot spot; Asian inspired dishes with attached brewery. Fantastic roof top seating area, inclosed so great all year round! Will most likely require reservations
Great place if you're in the mood for a sweet treat
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Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
1505 N Milwaukee Ave
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Great place if you're in the mood for a sweet treat
Our families favorite cream shop - popsicles only!!
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Pretty Cool Ice Cream
2353 N California Ave
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Our families favorite cream shop - popsicles only!!
Hip Local Spot with large outdoor patio, great for food and drinks when weather should be enjoyed.
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Park & Field
3509 W Fullerton Ave
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Hip Local Spot with large outdoor patio, great for food and drinks when weather should be enjoyed.
When you're in the mood for some Puerto Rican soul food - just a few blocks away. Walk-in only
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Jibaritos y Mas
3400 W Fullerton Ave
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When you're in the mood for some Puerto Rican soul food - just a few blocks away. Walk-in only
Local Sushi and noodle joint. Have a wide array of other culinary dishes as well, something here for the whole family. No frills place with great quality for the price. Short walk from Airbnb.
RAIZ KITCHEN-SUSHI-BAR
3276 West Fullerton Avenue
Local Sushi and noodle joint. Have a wide array of other culinary dishes as well, something here for the whole family. No frills place with great quality for the price. Short walk from Airbnb.
Wood fired everything. You can't go wrong!
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Reno
2607 N Milwaukee Ave
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Wood fired everything. You can't go wrong!
Hip Raman Noodle Joint - waring to parents - they do play music with explicit lyrics. Place also has patio with outdoor seating
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Furious Spoon Logan Square
2410 N Milwaukee Ave
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Hip Raman Noodle Joint - waring to parents - they do play music with explicit lyrics. Place also has patio with outdoor seating
One of our favorite local spots. Has large patio with outside seating and fire pit. Best hot chicken and fish you'll find in Chicago! You can bring your dogs (and your babies) ;-)
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Parson's Chicken & Fish
2952 W Armitage Ave
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One of our favorite local spots. Has large patio with outside seating and fire pit. Best hot chicken and fish you'll find in Chicago! You can bring your dogs (and your babies) ;-)
Vegan and vegetarian only spot. Don't worry, everything here is good, meatless fan or not! Short walk from Airbnb
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GROUND CONTROL!
3315 W Armitage Ave
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Vegan and vegetarian only spot. Don't worry, everything here is good, meatless fan or not! Short walk from Airbnb
Solid burger joint with great selection of beer and cocktails. Has outdoor seating.
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The Moonlighter
3204 W Armitage Ave
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Solid burger joint with great selection of beer and cocktails. Has outdoor seating.
Michelin Stared restaurant - one of the best in the city - serving unique and modern Korean dishes. One of our favorites
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Parachute
3500 N Elston Ave
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Michelin Stared restaurant - one of the best in the city - serving unique and modern Korean dishes. One of our favorites
Smoked everything. Elevated barbecue joint - tip, they bake their own sourdough and it's amazing. One of our favorite places to eat. Less then 5 minute walk from Airbnb. Reservations recommended
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Flat & Point
3524 West Fullerton Avenue
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Smoked everything. Elevated barbecue joint - tip, they bake their own sourdough and it's amazing. One of our favorite places to eat. Less then 5 minute walk from Airbnb. Reservations recommended
If you're making a trip to Palmer Square Park - or just walking to the blue line access of California - this is a must visit on a hot day. Italian ice is all they do and for good reason!
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Miko's Italian Ice (Logan Square)
2236 N Sacramento Ave
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If you're making a trip to Palmer Square Park - or just walking to the blue line access of California - this is a must visit on a hot day. Italian ice is all they do and for good reason!

Grocery Stores - Food Supplies

Our Local Grocery Store. Just a 5 minute walk from the Airbnb. They have everything you need
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Tony's Fresh Market
3607 W Fullerton Ave
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Our Local Grocery Store. Just a 5 minute walk from the Airbnb. They have everything you need
Local food co-op. Not your cheapest option for food, nor has the largest selection; but if you like supporting local producers, then this is the place to shop.
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The Dill Pickle Food Co-op
2746 N Milwaukee Ave
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Local food co-op. Not your cheapest option for food, nor has the largest selection; but if you like supporting local producers, then this is the place to shop.

Coffee

Our local coffee shop. Enjoy!!!
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Damn Fine Coffee Bar
3317 W Armitage Ave
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Our local coffee shop. Enjoy!!!
Breakfast burrito here is our fav. Has spacious outdoor patio located right next to California Blue line stop. Great place to grab and go if your heading downtown.
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Colectivo Coffee - Logan Square
2261 N Milwaukee Ave
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Breakfast burrito here is our fav. Has spacious outdoor patio located right next to California Blue line stop. Great place to grab and go if your heading downtown.
Chicago Institution - get the espresso! Located right off the Square, just north along Milwaukee Ave.
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Intelligentsia Coffee - Logan Square
2642 N Milwaukee Ave
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Chicago Institution - get the espresso! Located right off the Square, just north along Milwaukee Ave.
No frills coffee spot, also serving food and pastries
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New Wave Coffee
2557 N Milwaukee Ave
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No frills coffee spot, also serving food and pastries
Newest introduction to the Logan Square coffee scene and a personal favorite. Walkable from the Airbnb and located just off the 606 at the Drake or Kedize access points
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Dayglow
1757 N Kimball Ave
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Newest introduction to the Logan Square coffee scene and a personal favorite. Walkable from the Airbnb and located just off the 606 at the Drake or Kedize access points

Neighborhoods

Logan Square is the city's hipster haven, the place to go for the buzziest tiki lounge or all-the-rage fried-chicken cafe. Gastronomes flock in for renowned restaurants that pop up in modest storefronts. Wild murals splash across the area and give it an outsider's edge, even while gentrification is taking root. Puerto Rican stronghold Humboldt Park is the place to sample a jibarito, the local sandwich specialty, and to seek out retro bakeries and coffeehouses. -As plugged by Lonely Planet ;-)
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Logan Square
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Logan Square is the city's hipster haven, the place to go for the buzziest tiki lounge or all-the-rage fried-chicken cafe. Gastronomes flock in for renowned restaurants that pop up in modest storefronts. Wild murals splash across the area and give it an outsider's edge, even while gentrification is taking root. Puerto Rican stronghold Humboldt Park is the place to sample a jibarito, the local sandwich specialty, and to seek out retro bakeries and coffeehouses. -As plugged by Lonely Planet ;-)
If you want to travel outside of Logan Square in search of more great food and drink and not afraid to drop some money on the experience, then West Loop is worth your interest.
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West Loop
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If you want to travel outside of Logan Square in search of more great food and drink and not afraid to drop some money on the experience, then West Loop is worth your interest.
Museums, night life, fine dining if you're visiting Chicago for the first time or a seasoned local, there is something here for everyone, every time. Too much to list here; but happy to expand on options and give personalized suggestions upon request.
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Chicago Loop
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Museums, night life, fine dining if you're visiting Chicago for the first time or a seasoned local, there is something here for everyone, every time. Too much to list here; but happy to expand on options and give personalized suggestions upon request.
Sister Neighborhood to Logan Square, just one stop away down the blue line, full of night spots, great eateries and some interesting people watching. More upscale vibe the Logan Square, but still worth a day/night trip if wanting to get out and explore the city without getting too far from home.
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Wicker Park
1425 N Damen Ave
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Sister Neighborhood to Logan Square, just one stop away down the blue line, full of night spots, great eateries and some interesting people watching. More upscale vibe the Logan Square, but still worth a day/night trip if wanting to get out and explore the city without getting too far from home.

Local Day Activities

Our recommended Gallery for viewing local street artists and up and comers. Plenty of established museums and galleries down town, but this is a local favorite of ours
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Galerie F
211 N Milwaukee Ave
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Our recommended Gallery for viewing local street artists and up and comers. Plenty of established museums and galleries down town, but this is a local favorite of ours
One of the best, most varied and vibrant in the city! This is a must visit during a weekend stay from early Spring to early Fall (weather permitting). Open Sundays May-October. Sell anything from flowers, prepared meals, fresh meat and produce to live music, yoga and dancing.
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Logan Square Farmers Market
3025-3113 West Logan Boulevard
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One of the best, most varied and vibrant in the city! This is a must visit during a weekend stay from early Spring to early Fall (weather permitting). Open Sundays May-October. Sell anything from flowers, prepared meals, fresh meat and produce to live music, yoga and dancing.
Great Place to catch a movie in historic setting. Located just north of the Square.
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The Logan Theatre
2646 N Milwaukee Ave
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Great Place to catch a movie in historic setting. Located just north of the Square.
Our local Park! Just block from the Airbnb; it's a great place to layout a towel and have a picnic or just take a nap under an old oak shade tree. Great for families with tons of open space to run and a small area for kids to play. We're here almost every weekend :-)
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Palmer Square Park
2200 N Kedzie Ave
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Our local Park! Just block from the Airbnb; it's a great place to layout a towel and have a picnic or just take a nap under an old oak shade tree. Great for families with tons of open space to run and a small area for kids to play. We're here almost every weekend :-)
For those with Dogs, there is a community Dog Space where you can take you pups off leash :-) Located right next to the Airbnb - access is through gate at alley. Space is mulched and located a back of community garden.
Paradise Garden
North Drake Avenue
For those with Dogs, there is a community Dog Space where you can take you pups off leash :-) Located right next to the Airbnb - access is through gate at alley. Space is mulched and located a back of community garden.
Elevated walking trail with over 3 miles of landscaped parks, dedicated running and bike path, public art and vistas of the city and local neighborhoods. Built atop an old railway; it has access to many great local spots and will take you from Logan Square into the heart of Wicker Park. Drake access point only blocks from the Airbnb. Great place for a leisurely stroll on a sunny day!
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The 606
1805 North Ridgeway Avenue
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Elevated walking trail with over 3 miles of landscaped parks, dedicated running and bike path, public art and vistas of the city and local neighborhoods. Built atop an old railway; it has access to many great local spots and will take you from Logan Square into the heart of Wicker Park. Drake access point only blocks from the Airbnb. Great place for a leisurely stroll on a sunny day!
Crown Jewel of the Chicago Green Belt park system you could spend a full day walking it's paths, boating in the lagoon and walking the many consignment and home shops lining California Ave, just south of the park. Access from 606 trail at Humboldt Blvd.
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Humboldt Park
1400 N Humboldt Dr
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Crown Jewel of the Chicago Green Belt park system you could spend a full day walking it's paths, boating in the lagoon and walking the many consignment and home shops lining California Ave, just south of the park. Access from 606 trail at Humboldt Blvd.

Remote Work

A friendly local co-working space located just around the corner from the Airbnb. If you need a facility with printing and conferencing capability then this is the spot! Has desks for rent by day and private offices for the longer stay.
Ampersand Cowork
3317 W Fullerton Ave
A friendly local co-working space located just around the corner from the Airbnb. If you need a facility with printing and conferencing capability then this is the spot! Has desks for rent by day and private offices for the longer stay.

Local Night Activities

Hip night spot with great cocktails
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Spilt Milk
811 South Blvd
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Hip night spot with great cocktails
One of the best cocktails lounges in the city. Drinks tend to be Gin forward - we recommend "Extended Play" but try them all; you can't go wrong ;-)
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Scofflaw
3201 W Armitage Ave
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One of the best cocktails lounges in the city. Drinks tend to be Gin forward - we recommend "Extended Play" but try them all; you can't go wrong ;-)
Now a Chicago Staple - one of the must visit breweries in the city, located in the heart of Logan Square. Food is always great!
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Revolution Brewing - Brewery & Taproom
3340 N Kedzie Ave
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Now a Chicago Staple - one of the must visit breweries in the city, located in the heart of Logan Square. Food is always great!
Our personal favorite; if you're looking for a great selection of local and speciality beer, then look no further. Tap house located just north of the Square on Milwaukee Ave.
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Hopewell Brewing Company
2760 N Milwaukee Ave
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Our personal favorite; if you're looking for a great selection of local and speciality beer, then look no further. Tap house located just north of the Square on Milwaukee Ave.
Top Spot for both local and national acts
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Concord Music Hall
2047 N Milwaukee Ave
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Top Spot for both local and national acts
Large selection with helpful and knowledgable staff :-)
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Websters Wine Bar Chicago
2601 N Milwaukee Ave
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Large selection with helpful and knowledgable staff :-)
Local spot walking distance from Airbnb - funky and modern vibe
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Outside Voices
3204 W Armitage Ave
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Local spot walking distance from Airbnb - funky and modern vibe
Not in Logan Square - located just east 2 blue line stops down Milwaukee Ave. - in heart of Wicker Park. But worth the short trip. Make sure you head to roof top bar and enjoy on of the best views of Chicago with some of it's best cocktails. To be safe, go early or make a reservation for larger groups.
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The Robey
2018 W North Ave
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Not in Logan Square - located just east 2 blue line stops down Milwaukee Ave. - in heart of Wicker Park. But worth the short trip. Make sure you head to roof top bar and enjoy on of the best views of Chicago with some of it's best cocktails. To be safe, go early or make a reservation for larger groups.