Betsy's Guidebook
Food scene
This place has the best pastries and coffee drinks! The cyclones are a cinnamon roll gooey goodness. Everything is made fresh daily. They have a wide range of scones, crescents, muffins, cyclones and some good gluten-free options. The salted-Carmel mocha is my favorite!
Arabica Cafe
59 Douglas AveThis place has the best pastries and coffee drinks! The cyclones are a cinnamon roll gooey goodness. Everything is made fresh daily. They have a wide range of scones, crescents, muffins, cyclones and some good gluten-free options. The salted-Carmel mocha is my favorite!
This little hole in the wall, family owned and run restaurant is a must if you love Thai food. The two sweet little grandmas that run the kitchen will make you feel right at home. It’s small and only has two tiny tables. It’s great for spot to for lunch (they have lunch specials for around $8 M-F). Or take out or delivery.
Thai Town Restaurant
359 N McLean BlvdThis little hole in the wall, family owned and run restaurant is a must if you love Thai food. The two sweet little grandmas that run the kitchen will make you feel right at home. It’s small and only has two tiny tables. It’s great for spot to for lunch (they have lunch specials for around $8 M-F). Or take out or delivery.
If your new to Chicago or just visiting, this is a staple. It’s a “must have” as much as Chicago deep dish pizza. Everything is good.
But the chocolate cake shack, Beef and Chicago style hot dog are their winners!
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Portillo's Hot Dogs
1020 Randall RdIf your new to Chicago or just visiting, this is a staple. It’s a “must have” as much as Chicago deep dish pizza. Everything is good.
But the chocolate cake shack, Beef and Chicago style hot dog are their winners!
Bar & Grill
If your in the mood for a good burger and drinks. This is the spot. They have 1/2 price burgers on Monday and the sweet potato fries are amazing. The drinks are good and they have a good selection. It’s in a old historic building and it’s a good place to watch the game or chill
Elgin Public House
219 E Chicago StThis is just down the street. It’s has great bar food and fun environment. The pulled pork sandwich is a winner and the fried cheese curds.....yum.
Wide range of beers and mixed drinks.
Old Republic Kitchen + Bar
155 S Randall RdThis is just down the street. It’s has great bar food and fun environment. The pulled pork sandwich is a winner and the fried cheese curds.....yum.
Wide range of beers and mixed drinks.