Guidebook for Andersonville
Drinks & Nightlife
The anticipated 2019 Reader Best Of Chicago reveal Andersonville and its local businesses racked up the awards with an overwhelming number of wins.
In the end more than 30,000 votes were tabulated allowing Andersonville to boast about what most of its residents already knew, the neighborhood is awesome!
Since 1934, Simon's has anchored this part of Clark Street in Andersonville. One of our FAVORITE hangouts... we love Simon's Tavern! Fish drinking martinis, glögg, Viking paraphernalia, ancient Schlitz advertising, and Swedish roots make Simon's not only an excellent neighborhood bar but also an interesting experience for anyone that steps within its friendly environs.
The owner Scott, our local viking, is a great guy and is always willing to give the nickel tour of Simon's Tavern where one can learn a whole lot about the days of prohibition in Chicago and the history of his little establishment. They have the best juke box in Chicago! If you meet Scott, tell him you're staying with us!
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Simon's Tavern
5210 N Clark StSince 1934, Simon's has anchored this part of Clark Street in Andersonville. One of our FAVORITE hangouts... we love Simon's Tavern! Fish drinking martinis, glögg, Viking paraphernalia, ancient Schlitz advertising, and Swedish roots make Simon's not only an excellent neighborhood bar but also an interesting experience for anyone that steps within its friendly environs.
The owner Scott, our local viking, is a great guy and is always willing to give the nickel tour of Simon's Tavern where one can learn a whole lot about the days of prohibition in Chicago and the history of his little establishment. They have the best juke box in Chicago! If you meet Scott, tell him you're staying with us!
Be prepared to take a step back in time... shades of Al Capone’s heyday are found in the wall memorabilia as you enter and in the famous booth where he and his henchmen could keep a cautious eye on both doors.
Today, the Green Mill, in keeping with owner Dave Jemilo’s philosophy for a proper mix of down-to-earth friendliness and class, maintains an authenticity of the ‘40s in service, price and music, perfected upon with the steady Sunday night performance of the internationally acclaimed Uptown Poetry Slam which Marc Smith began at the Mill in 1986.
If you enjoy Jazz... DON'T MISS THE GREEN MILL!
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The Green Mill
4802 North BroadwayBe prepared to take a step back in time... shades of Al Capone’s heyday are found in the wall memorabilia as you enter and in the famous booth where he and his henchmen could keep a cautious eye on both doors.
Today, the Green Mill, in keeping with owner Dave Jemilo’s philosophy for a proper mix of down-to-earth friendliness and class, maintains an authenticity of the ‘40s in service, price and music, perfected upon with the steady Sunday night performance of the internationally acclaimed Uptown Poetry Slam which Marc Smith began at the Mill in 1986.
If you enjoy Jazz... DON'T MISS THE GREEN MILL!
Since 1992, Hopleaf has been a both a mecca for craft beer fans and a relaxed convivial neighborhood pub in Andersonville. For over 15 years, Hopleaf has also offered thoughtfully sourced, in-house prepped, chef-inspired dining.
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Hopleaf
5148 N Clark StSince 1992, Hopleaf has been a both a mecca for craft beer fans and a relaxed convivial neighborhood pub in Andersonville. For over 15 years, Hopleaf has also offered thoughtfully sourced, in-house prepped, chef-inspired dining.
A timeless place rooted in the history of Chicago magic. The magic lounge offers craft cocktails, small plates, along with a generous dose of close-up magic! Be sure to get your tickets online for a show (they sell out weeks in advance). HOWEVER, the front bar is always open for you to pop in for a drink and magic at the bar.
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Chicago Magic Lounge
5050 N Clark StA timeless place rooted in the history of Chicago magic. The magic lounge offers craft cocktails, small plates, along with a generous dose of close-up magic! Be sure to get your tickets online for a show (they sell out weeks in advance). HOWEVER, the front bar is always open for you to pop in for a drink and magic at the bar.
Food Scene
Love it!
AWESOME MENU + 300 Whiskeys! The only place I've ever been that makes a Whiskey Sour from scratch!
Lady G's also has a GREAT gluten-free menu!
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Lady Gregory's Irish Bar & Restaurant
5260 N Clark StLove it!
AWESOME MENU + 300 Whiskeys! The only place I've ever been that makes a Whiskey Sour from scratch!
Lady G's also has a GREAT gluten-free menu!
A favorite place to get QUICK vietnamese sandwiches and other lite fare. We love their Vietnamese sandwiches made on French bread... inexpensive too!
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Ba Le Sandwich Shop
5014 N BroadwayA favorite place to get QUICK vietnamese sandwiches and other lite fare. We love their Vietnamese sandwiches made on French bread... inexpensive too!
Thai Pastry restaurant
1113 West Argyle StreetGood Thai food.
YES!!! We have a location here in our neighborhood now. It is not listed yet, but it ROCKS! (Located a few doors south of Fat Cat on Broadway Ave.)
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Lao Sze Chuan
2172 S Archer AveYES!!! We have a location here in our neighborhood now. It is not listed yet, but it ROCKS! (Located a few doors south of Fat Cat on Broadway Ave.)
Our 2nd most favorite breakfast place! Why? It is about as local as you can get and you'll feel like you've entered a diner scene from 1973. Cheap eats too! Only $20-$25 for two meals coffee + tip.
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Golden House Restaurant & Pancake House
4744 N BroadwayOur 2nd most favorite breakfast place! Why? It is about as local as you can get and you'll feel like you've entered a diner scene from 1973. Cheap eats too! Only $20-$25 for two meals coffee + tip.
When owner Julia opened Bar Roma, the entire neighborhood was excited! She has created an AWESOME Italian restaurant with a relaxed vibe and delicious menu with chef Fred Ramos. BEST HAPPY HOUR... 5pm-6:30pm half-off all appetizers, salads, and meatballs (vegetarian options too!)
Our FAVORITE is their week night Happy Hour 5:00pm-6:30pm with all apps, salads, and meatballs for half-price as well as their house wine.
If you are greeted by Julia, tell her you're friends of Mat and Randy. She'll be thrilled to meet you!
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Bar Roma
5101 N Clark StWhen owner Julia opened Bar Roma, the entire neighborhood was excited! She has created an AWESOME Italian restaurant with a relaxed vibe and delicious menu with chef Fred Ramos. BEST HAPPY HOUR... 5pm-6:30pm half-off all appetizers, salads, and meatballs (vegetarian options too!)
Our FAVORITE is their week night Happy Hour 5:00pm-6:30pm with all apps, salads, and meatballs for half-price as well as their house wine.
If you are greeted by Julia, tell her you're friends of Mat and Randy. She'll be thrilled to meet you!
When owners Micheal & Louise opened Hopleaf in 1992 it was a small local bar that welcomed everyone and did one thing very well... select GREAT beers from all over world! Today, Hopleaf has grown significantly and is one of the anchor bars/restaurants in Andersonville. We guarantee you'll have a good time at Hopleaf. They have a huge selection of beers from around the world (lots of Belgium beers!) and even excellent wines on tap. Their menu is excellent too... not that expansive, but you'll have a hard time deciding what to order because everything is delicious!
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Hopleaf
5148 N Clark StWhen owners Micheal & Louise opened Hopleaf in 1992 it was a small local bar that welcomed everyone and did one thing very well... select GREAT beers from all over world! Today, Hopleaf has grown significantly and is one of the anchor bars/restaurants in Andersonville. We guarantee you'll have a good time at Hopleaf. They have a huge selection of beers from around the world (lots of Belgium beers!) and even excellent wines on tap. Their menu is excellent too... not that expansive, but you'll have a hard time deciding what to order because everything is delicious!
Imagine what an old time Swedish breakfast joint would look and feel like if you were wandering the streets of any Swedish town. Hard to do? Then be sure to have breakfast at one of our FAVORITE local establishments. Svea serves up delicious breakfasts and the best Swedish pancakes in all of Chicago!
They are a cash-only business.
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Reza's Restaurant
5255 N Clark StImagine what an old time Swedish breakfast joint would look and feel like if you were wandering the streets of any Swedish town. Hard to do? Then be sure to have breakfast at one of our FAVORITE local establishments. Svea serves up delicious breakfasts and the best Swedish pancakes in all of Chicago!
They are a cash-only business.
We love this spot for a lively and fun evening in an intimate space. Our favorites include their elotes app topped with deep-fried avocado, the shrimp bao tacos, and their steamed mussels!
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Little Bad Wolf
1541 W Bryn Mawr AveWe love this spot for a lively and fun evening in an intimate space. Our favorites include their elotes app topped with deep-fried avocado, the shrimp bao tacos, and their steamed mussels!
This gluten-free bakery does an outstanding job! (They also have vegan items too!) It would be amiss to even try and make a recommendation for you as to what item to select at this little hidden gem in Andersonville. Not kidding... everything is done right AND decadent.
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defloured: A Gluten Free Bakery
1477 W Balmoral AveThis gluten-free bakery does an outstanding job! (They also have vegan items too!) It would be amiss to even try and make a recommendation for you as to what item to select at this little hidden gem in Andersonville. Not kidding... everything is done right AND decadent.
The First Slice is also such an aptly-named gem, since the first slice of their efforts- indeed- every slice, is put to use so sweetly: they are a not-for-profit business! They donate 600+ meals each week to organizations all around Chicago!
First Slice Pie has garnered much praise through the years and even got Martha Stewart’s attention as she named it one of her favorite Chicago pit stops when in town.
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First Slice Pie Cafe
5357 N Ashland AveThe First Slice is also such an aptly-named gem, since the first slice of their efforts- indeed- every slice, is put to use so sweetly: they are a not-for-profit business! They donate 600+ meals each week to organizations all around Chicago!
First Slice Pie has garnered much praise through the years and even got Martha Stewart’s attention as she named it one of her favorite Chicago pit stops when in town.
In Chicago's 'New China Town' near the Red Line Argyle train station, this place has serves up some delicious Chinese food!
One of Chicago’s favorite restaurants Sun Wah BBQ, has been recognized by the James Beard Foundation. Sun Wah, the popular Chinese restaurant in Uptown, is one of five recipients of the 2018 America’s Classic award.
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Sun Wah BBQ
5039 N BroadwayIn Chicago's 'New China Town' near the Red Line Argyle train station, this place has serves up some delicious Chinese food!
One of Chicago’s favorite restaurants Sun Wah BBQ, has been recognized by the James Beard Foundation. Sun Wah, the popular Chinese restaurant in Uptown, is one of five recipients of the 2018 America’s Classic award.
Seriously one of THE BEST bakeries you’ll ever try. This brother and sister team have the incredible talent and we’re sure you’ll find something you’ll love!
Bakery by day serving baked goods, open faced sandwiches and full espresso bar. Wine bar by night featuring natural and biodynamic wines along with a small plate seasonal menu.
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Lost Larson
5318 N Clark StSeriously one of THE BEST bakeries you’ll ever try. This brother and sister team have the incredible talent and we’re sure you’ll find something you’ll love!
Bakery by day serving baked goods, open faced sandwiches and full espresso bar. Wine bar by night featuring natural and biodynamic wines along with a small plate seasonal menu.
Everything Else
Like Walgreens.
Purchase CTA Ventra train/bus passes here if you do not purchase one at the airport.
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CVS
5205 N BroadwayLike Walgreens.
Purchase CTA Ventra train/bus passes here if you do not purchase one at the airport.
Beach only four blocks away. There is a beach bar, The Dock, which serves pretty food bar food.
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Foster Beach
Beach only four blocks away. There is a beach bar, The Dock, which serves pretty food bar food.
With a bike dock at the end of our block, DIVVY is a great way to get around Chicago! And just think... the entire city is FLAT and easy to ride around!
Check out DIVVY online to get rates. Electric-assisted bikes are available too!
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Divvy Station: Clark St & Winnemac Ave
With a bike dock at the end of our block, DIVVY is a great way to get around Chicago! And just think... the entire city is FLAT and easy to ride around!
Check out DIVVY online to get rates. Electric-assisted bikes are available too!
With a bike dock at the end of our block, DIVVY is a great way to get around Chicago! And just think... the entire city is FLAT and easy to ride around!
Check out DIVVY online to get rates. Electric-assisted bikes are available too!
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Divvy
With a bike dock at the end of our block, DIVVY is a great way to get around Chicago! And just think... the entire city is FLAT and easy to ride around!
Check out DIVVY online to get rates. Electric-assisted bikes are available too!
Sightseeing
Montrose Beach
Great beach with beach bar and restaurant called The Dock.
The BEST view of the city, especially at sunset. Simply take a Lyft or taxi to the end of Solidarity Drive, get out and enjoy the view.
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مرصد أدلر
1300 S Lake Shore DrThe BEST view of the city, especially at sunset. Simply take a Lyft or taxi to the end of Solidarity Drive, get out and enjoy the view.
Arts & Culture
Aragon Ballroom
1106 W Lawrence AveLive concert venue
مسرح ريفيرا
4746 North Racine AvenueLive music venue
This is the studio where Charlie Chaplin filmed many of his classic silent films! Now used by St. Agustine's College.
1345 W Argyle St
1345 West Argyle StreetThis is the studio where Charlie Chaplin filmed many of his classic silent films! Now used by St. Agustine's College.
The Neo-Futurists, Too Much Light Makes The Baby Go Blind opened in 1988. Initially conceived and directed by Greg Allen, the show was written and performed by an eight-person ensemble and billed as “an ever-changing attempt to perform 30 Plays in 60 Minutes.”
This is a fun place to stop during your stay in Andersonville and we always enjoy their productions.
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Neo-Futurists
5153 North Ashland AvenueThe Neo-Futurists, Too Much Light Makes The Baby Go Blind opened in 1988. Initially conceived and directed by Greg Allen, the show was written and performed by an eight-person ensemble and billed as “an ever-changing attempt to perform 30 Plays in 60 Minutes.”
This is a fun place to stop during your stay in Andersonville and we always enjoy their productions.
Shopping
We think Todd (owner) is one of the most artistic and creative people we know. Stepping into Foursided is always a joy and we find ourselves spending time browsing, oohing and ahhing at his creative displays, and finding just-right gifts for our home or our friends. We guarantee you'll find something you just have to have for yourself at Foursided!
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Foursided Card + Gift
2958 N Clark StWe think Todd (owner) is one of the most artistic and creative people we know. Stepping into Foursided is always a joy and we find ourselves spending time browsing, oohing and ahhing at his creative displays, and finding just-right gifts for our home or our friends. We guarantee you'll find something you just have to have for yourself at Foursided!
One of Andersonville's oldest business neighbors! Women & Children First began in a modest storefront in 1979 with the mission to promote the writing of women and other marginalized voices.
W&CF strives to offer a place where everyone can find books reflecting their lives and interests in an atmosphere in which they are respected, valued, and well-served. One of the largest feminist bookstores in the country, stocking more than 30,000 books by and about women, children's books for all ages, and the best LGBTQ fiction and non-fiction.
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Women & Children First
5233 N Clark StOne of Andersonville's oldest business neighbors! Women & Children First began in a modest storefront in 1979 with the mission to promote the writing of women and other marginalized voices.
W&CF strives to offer a place where everyone can find books reflecting their lives and interests in an atmosphere in which they are respected, valued, and well-served. One of the largest feminist bookstores in the country, stocking more than 30,000 books by and about women, children's books for all ages, and the best LGBTQ fiction and non-fiction.
The kind of place where you want one of EVERYTHING! Just letting you know up front that owners Matt and Greg have manage to create an awesome men's lifestyle and supplies destination right in the heart of Andersonville.
They're two of the nicest guys you'll meet and they have excellent taste in apparel, accessories, grooming, travel supplies, home goods, and gifts.
Cowboys and Astronauts
1478 W Summerdale AveThe kind of place where you want one of EVERYTHING! Just letting you know up front that owners Matt and Greg have manage to create an awesome men's lifestyle and supplies destination right in the heart of Andersonville.
They're two of the nicest guys you'll meet and they have excellent taste in apparel, accessories, grooming, travel supplies, home goods, and gifts.
Entertainment & Activities
When business partners, Joey and Dan came to our neighborhood block club meeting to present their idea for opening a Magic Lounge, everyone was intrigued with how they'd pull it off. A bar? A theater? A magic library? 30 Chicago Magicians coming together to create their own theater?
What they've created is a magical experience for everyone who enters! Not going to give too much away, but we were amazed when we attended opening night! Like days long ago, this speakeasy is located in the 'laundromat' just around the corner from our house. When you enter, just ring the bell for service and be prepared to have a GREAT time!
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Chicago Magic Lounge
5050 N Clark StWhen business partners, Joey and Dan came to our neighborhood block club meeting to present their idea for opening a Magic Lounge, everyone was intrigued with how they'd pull it off. A bar? A theater? A magic library? 30 Chicago Magicians coming together to create their own theater?
What they've created is a magical experience for everyone who enters! Not going to give too much away, but we were amazed when we attended opening night! Like days long ago, this speakeasy is located in the 'laundromat' just around the corner from our house. When you enter, just ring the bell for service and be prepared to have a GREAT time!