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Greek Town 24-hour Diner

In the heart of Greek town rests a 24-hour diner that stands above the rest, offering unbeatable gyros and Greek fries. Near the University of Illinois at Chicago, Greek Town Gyro’s, is usually packed…but that’s only a result of the hypnotizing smells and devouring food the place offers. Read more

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McDonald’s in the Loop: Learn Something

There are two specific McDonald’s in the Loop that interest me. One is on the corner of Wabash and Adams. The other is on State Street in between Jackson and Adams. I eat lunch at one of these fast food restaurants every now and then. Here, at McDonald’s, you can always learn about how people think and interact with each other.

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White Palace Grill

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Just on Chicago’s South Side rests a 24-hour diner that gets more attention for its unique collectibles, then the food. Located on the corner of Canal Street, White Palace Grill offers a full breakfast menu, including, “Chicago’s Best Omelets,” and grits for only $2.50. After hearing rumors on how inexpensive this comfortable diner was, I decided to pay a visit with my roommate, Bethany.

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Hot Stuff

Caliente

Caliente, a high end Mexican restaurant recently opened its second branch. Lucky for me, the new location is three blocks away from my house. Read more

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Spacca Napoli

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Spacca Napoli is a small pizzeria located in Ravenswood, on the corner of Ravenswood and Sunnyside. It’s a tiny oasis of authentic Italian goodness tucked along the industrial corridor of Ravenswood. Read more

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No more Taco Bell

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I was hungry and decided to head out with a friend to find some food. We didn’t know what we had a taste for, but something different was in order. We hopped in the car and headed a bit west. Read more

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Goose Island Brewery

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I went to the Goose Island Brewery and had a burger for dinner last night. I had the Pilsen burger which was excellent. I found the price to be quite reasonable, a good place to take a date to, pretty classy but low key and for the caliber of food you get relatively cheap. Read more

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Enjoy an Evening at Jake Melnick’s Corner Tap

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There’s gotta be somewhere better to go to check out the Cubs/Sox/Bears/Bulls/Blackhawks/Whatever game in the Gold Coast than Friday’s or ESPN Zone right? Yes ladies and gentleman, there is. Read more

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Loop Coffee

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I’ve lived in Chicago my entire life. Yet, when every winter comes around, I can’t help feeling as if I’m experiencing it for the first time; the hard, freezing sheets of wind that slap my face walking to the car, to the train, to school, to work. Read more

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