Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Uptown, Chicago

Melissa A. • February 14, 2015$4.95 for a Vietnamese sandwich?? Yes please! They're fresh and delicious. My fav is the Chinese pork sandwich (#4 I believe).

Chris H. • March 5, 2011Great food and really friendly staff! Everything is under $10 so it's very affordable. Plenty of vegetarian options!

Lanny F. • April 24, 2019Bloody Mary and Crabcake Benedict were great!

Katrina • October 1, 2011Beijing duck dinner is deeeelish! Also ask for the minced pork with string beans - it's not on the menu, and is addicting.

maite a. • July 9, 2017Good coffee, a calm place where to try sine tasty pastries

Autumn C. • August 26, 2019Affordable drinks & food, friendly staff. Awesome neighborhood dive bar

Zachary H. • March 15, 2016We tried four of the small size curry stews ($5 each) and ordered a large entree resembling drunken noodles but infinitely better. Special, affordable, and simply magnificent!

Penny S. • April 16, 2014Mocha Maya: spicy hot chocolate. You cannot go wrong! Deeeelish.

Stephen H. • May 25, 2013Excellent Mac n cheese as well as burgers!

ISC C. • July 28, 2023HONGOS EN HOJAS DE PLÁTANO (wild mushrooms in plantain leaf, cilantro, green onion & green sauce)

Gil S. • October 22, 2016The americano was good and the cinnamon roll yummy. I will go back...since it's in my hood.

Chicagoist • March 3, 2016This Vietnamese joint serves traditional Vietnamese pancakes stuffed with shrimp, pork and bean sprouts served with a tangy dipping sauce. Try their top-notch spring rolls - you'll be glad you did!

Autumn C. • June 4, 2020Best chicken sandwiches in Chicago. Fried pickles & fries are excellent

Ryan • August 10, 2014The vegetarian platter with all 9 items is enough for 3 people, and my non-shared meal was also a really good value. Delicious.

Manu M. • July 22, 2017Loved the place ! I had a great talk with the staff, the garlic bread was nice and the chicken breast burger was excellent !

Sarah M. • April 9, 2014Sesame and pork cookies are a must have.

Autumn C. • February 2, 2020Intimate, cozy yet chic vibe with authentic, handmade pasta and good cocktail/ wine menu. Portions are generous and overall satisfied.

Krystal M. • July 1, 2019Happy Burger, delicious! Curry bowl, yum!

Ramsen • June 25, 2019The pork belly and pate banh mi is really good and can’t beat under $7!

Amy R. • May 30, 2018Coffee latte is good, tea lattes are delicious. It’s nice to have a quality coffee option on argyle

Lee A. • August 7, 2014There is always a killer rotating draft list and the staff is great. An awesome neighborhood bar.

E R. • December 6, 2014Pancakes are the fluffiest in town. Greek omelette is great. This is the best and cleanest location in Chicago. All other Golden Nuggets can't compare.

Elizabeth D. • February 20, 2010The Pho is fabulous also order the hot and sour soup--not like the usual.

Tina W. • August 22, 2014A great tucked away spot in Uptown/Buenas Park. Eclectic space perfect for catching up or quietly working. Good freelancers spot for a change of scenery. #leapliving

Benjamin M. • March 10, 2010Best Crunchy shrimp tempura and sushi I've ever had, I keep going back to this place time and time again, and it's BYOB with no corkage fee!

Kenneth I. • June 23, 2010Go to Hon Kee. Best noodle soups ever - shrimp dumpling with noodles and special mami are excellent!

lance e. • August 25, 2018Got the monstruo verdo. And polenta hash cake. Really good

Ted C. • November 8, 2013Recommended by neice and is one of the best Thai restaurants around. Located in Uptown area of Chicago. Pad Thai and Curry dishes are recommended.

Gonz S. • October 24, 2016Best Pho I've ever had! I always get the Pho Thai large and extra noodles

Maegen B. • August 20, 2016This is a great spot for authentic Ethiopian cuisine! The staff is incredibly friendly! I would recommend to anyone in the area looking for something new!