This neighborhood bar and grill doubles as a museum showcasing artifacts and photos from its namesake, Riverview Theme Park, which was located near Roscoe and Western from 1904 until 1967.
Feel like a kid in a candy store with Suckers' whimsical décor, hard-to-find candy classics, bulk candies, and locally made chocolates and ice cream. Accessibility limitations. Please contact site for more information.
Julius Meinl is an Austrian café with great food, artisanal pastries and coffee. This Vienna-style Kaffeehaus plays live classical and jazz music regularly.
Mrs. Murphy's warm and comfortable setting and contemporary Irish dishes transports you to Ireland. Scotch and Irish whiskey tasting are offered by appointment.
Sip coffee and socialize while the kids play. Reservations for the kids’ indoor playground café ($10.95 per 90 minutes for one child and $5.95 for each additional one) are recommended. Oh yes, free Wi-Fi and free parking too.
One of the country’s best soccer pubs, the Globe draws fans from around the world and features all teams equally. Breakfast, pub favorites and healthy choices share the menu with over 200 different beers (20 on tap).
Orange Garden is one of the city's earlier Chinese restaurants, open since the late 1930s. Its storefront sign and retro façade give it old-school charm. Try the Pressed Duck, it's a house specialty. Accessibility limitations. Please contact site for more information.
Dine Italian style at this slow food proponent that prepares authentic dishes fresh daily with sustainably grown ingredients. If you're lucky you can catch Terragusto's specialty, pasta, being handmade in the storefront window.
1851 W. Addison Ave. | 773.248.2777
Café 28
Cuban
Café 28’s eclectic dishes have a Latin twist like the popular Honey Jalapeño Pork Chop. This neighborhood favorite also participates in local events such as the Ravenswood Art Walk, and displays a fun artwork on the walls.
A completely organic and sustainable bakery, Bleeding Heart Bakery features creative and one-of-a-kind baked goods with witty names. It’s known for its fun, funky and delicious edible creations.
Friendly and a great lunch spot, Delicious Café serves vegan and vegetarian soups, sandwiches, salads, baked goods and hot drinks. Its coffee is a local roast, Intelligentsia.
A small place that carries a big bang! This authentic Cuban restaurant's fare is fresh and deliciously made from its acclaimed sandwiches to pastries to Café Cubano.
At this Chicago institution's second location on Montrose, you can buy Margie's famous handmade goodies, from candies to ice cream to box sets, to go or to enjoy on the spot. Its décor is “old-fashion ice cream shop.”
Share plates with your friends or a date at this small restaurant perfect for late night dining and hanging out. Accessibility limitations. Please contact site for more information.
4352 N. Leavitt St. | 773.463.0396
German Fare near Lincoln & Irving Park Avenues
German
Longtime neighborhood German favorites like Resi’s Bierstube (2034 W. Irving Park Rd.), Glunz Bavarian Haus (4128 N. Lincoln Ave.) and Laschet’s Inn (2119 W. Irving Park Rd.) offer specialty beers and authentic cuisine. Accessibility limitations at some sites. Please contact site for more information.
2119 W. Irving Park Rd.
Great Burgers on Lincoln Avenue
Burgers
Gourmet burgers are the latest trend, and North Center hosts some top competitors in the quest for the best. Try all-natural, hormone-free beef at the Bad Apple (4300 N. Lincoln Ave.) or the award-winning “Half-Pounder” at Jury’s (4337 N. Lincoln Ave.), featured in TimeOut Chicago and National Geographic.
4337 N. Lincoln Ave.
Breakfast & Brunch on Roscoe Street
Breakfast & Brunch
Wake up to delicious breakfast or brunch in Roscoe Village. Visit Orange (2011 W. Roscoe St.) for unique offerings like frushi (fruit sushi) and green eggs and ham; Kitsch’n (2005 W. Roscoe St.) for funky ’70s décor that's retro and fun, and tasty breakfast favorites; or Victory’s Banner (2100 W. Roscoe St.) for vegetarian and fresh, healthy foods for brunch and lunch. Accessibility limitations at some sites. Please contact site for more information.
2005 W. Roscoe St.
Sandwiches on Roscoe Street
Sandwiches
Stop for a casual lunch at one of two great sandwich shops on Roscoe Street: Nohea Café (2142 W. Roscoe St.) for gourmet ingredients, espresso and ice cream; or Costello (2015 W. Roscoe St.) for oven-baked sandwiches, heartwarming soups, and made-from-scratch side dishes like Chipotle Mac 'n' Cheese.
2142 W. Roscoe St.
Beer, Wine, and Spirits on Roscoe Street
Various
Whether you’re looking to enjoy a beer in a lovely beer garden, sample wine flights or get expert advice on your next fine wine purchase, Roscoe Village has plenty to offer when it comes to beer, wine and spirits. Try the Village Tap’s (2055 W. Roscoe St.) award-winning beer garden, excellent wine pairings at Volo Wine Bar (2008 W. Roscoe St.), and friendly service at LUSH Wine and Spirits (2232 W. Roscoe St.).
2008 W. Roscoe St.
Global Cuisine on Roscoe Street
Various
International flavors reign on Roscoe Street. Piazza Bella (2114 W. Roscoe St.) serves authentic Italian, while Turquoise Restaurant (2147 W. Roscoe St.) is your go-to for Mediterannean cuisine. Find authentic Guatemalan breakfast, lunch and dinner at Tinajon Restaurant (2054 W. Roscoe St.).
2147 W. Roscoe St.
Fine Dining on Lincoln Avenue
American (New)
For a special occasion, visit Browntrout (4111 N. Lincoln Ave.) for sustainably farmed and organic ingredients, plus herbs picked fresh from their rooftop garden; Chalkboard (4343 N. Lincoln Ave.) for an ever-changing, seasonal menu; or Sola [www.sola-restaurant.com] (3868 N. Lincoln Ave.) for flavors inspired by the Hawaiian Islands and a commitment to the locally grown.
4111 N. Lincoln Ave.
El Llano
Known for their juicy and tender char-grilled chicken, this small Colombian restaurant is one of the most authentic and delicious in the city.
3941 N. Lincoln Ave. | 773.327.1659
Lincoln Restaurant
Diners
A large diner-style restaurant in the corner formed by Lincoln Avenue and Irving Park Road, the Lincoln is known for their breakfasts and waffle fries. They also host the Lincoln Lodge, a local stand-up comedy showcase, in their banquet room on Thursday and Friday nights.
