Monsignor Murphy's is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

1. Monsignor Murphy's

6.8
3019 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL
Bar · Lake View East · 20 tips and reviews

Ryan S.Ryan Smith: Great hole in the wall kind of place. Good drink prices, but only small number of beers on tap. Extremely friendly staff and awesome back deck/beer garden.

Danielle @.Danielle @DanielleDuncan: My new fav dive... always great drink specials, friendly staff, love the darts and free popcorn! Check out friar tucks after for kareoke :)

Jake S.Jake Smith: If you like playing darts, you've come to the right place. Check out the autographed guitar hanging above the fireplace.

El Mariachi is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

2. El Mariachi

7.5
3420 N Broadway St (at W Roscoe St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Lake View East · 26 tips and reviews

DarcyDarcy: Smaller than small hole in the wall... Excellent chips and salsa

Lisa R.Lisa R: The margarita pitcher is huge! Definitely more than enough for 2 people.

Lisa A.Lisa Arnett: Love the Palomas here. They are always playing authentic mariachi music!

Guthrie's Tavern is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

3. Guthrie's Tavern

9.0
1300 W Addison St (at Lakewood Ave), Chicago, IL
Bar · Lakeview · 63 tips and reviews

Tana B.Tana Babcock: Amazing, eclectic hole in the wall joint with a large beer selection, full bar and tons of games to play. A neighborhood gem!

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Sit here: We know it sounds dorky, but seriously, the board games are half the reason to visit this place. Get a spot in the front room to play. Read more.

Lisa W.Lisa Wallis: Tampons in the ladies' room. It's like you really get us, Guthrie's, you know?

Crepe Town is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

4. Crepe Town

3915 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · Lakeview · 21 tips and reviews

Ryan M.Ryan Meyers: Some of the nicest workers that I've ever met. Their entire staff sang to my friend on her birthday and brought out a beautiful crepe with candles. Best hole in the wall restaurant in Chicago!

Shannon B.Shannon B.: Adorable place for a quick brunch. Both the sweet & the savory crepes are good!

Christine E.Christine Elsesser: chicken pesto crepe was incredible...this place is so cute!

Taco & Burrito Palace is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

5. Taco & Burrito Palace

3507 N Halsted St (btwn W Brompton Ave & W Cornelia Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Lakeview · 54 tips and reviews

Eric G.Eric Gaydos: Definitely a hole in the wall, definitely some of the best Mexican food I've ever had. Great service. Go after 11pm on a weekend and prepare for your night to get weird quick.

John S.John Scalise: Al pastor, chorizo, steak. Taco, sope, burrito. All amazing!

Michelle P.Michelle Pinkey: This place is hella good especially while drunk

The Burrito House is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

6. The Burrito House

8.3
3547 N Lincoln Ave (at W Addison Ave), Chicago, IL
Burrito Restaurant · Lakeview · 35 tips and reviews

Sean M.Sean Maccarone-Reed: Our neighbor told us this was the best hole in the wall for Mexican and she was right. Carne burrito with everything, add the guac.

Dana J.Dana Jensen: Yummy beef quesadilla, pleasant area to eat, close to the L, and cheap. Thumbs up.

Christian N.Christian N: Eat eat eat!

Half Shell is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

7. Half Shell

8.2
676 W Diversey Pkwy (at Orchard St), Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · Lake View East · 61 tips and reviews

Adam R.Adam Richardson: It was amazing. Little dive seafood place with great music and amazing snow crab.

Eamon M.Eamon Murphy: Go for the King Crap legs. You can eat like a king, and pay like a pauper. Read more.

Brian S.Brian S: Must get the crab legs!

Kanela Breakfast Club is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

8. Kanela Breakfast Club

3231 N Clark St (btwn W Aldine Ave & W Belmont Ave), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · Lakeview · 68 tips and reviews

Fonso M.Fonso M: Best Brunch place in Lakeview worth the wait. Try the Chorizo Scramble and Strawberry orange Mimosas!

Robert B.Robert Becker: Get the Chorizo! It's the best way to wake up in the morning

Ryan!Ryan!: I can't get enough of the red velvet French toast.

Chilam Balam is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

9. Chilam Balam

8.2
3023 N Broadway St (at W Barry Ave), Chicago, IL
Tapas Restaurant · Lake View East · 41 tips and reviews

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: You can always count on plenty of grilled meats, complex sauces and seafood. Bring a bottle of red wine to make your own sangria or tequila to spike the house-made limeade. Read more.

Food NetworkFood Network: Guy Fieri hit the road for homemade Mexican dishes at Chilam Balam, where they are making shiitake mushroom empanadas and flautas from sustainable, farm-fresh ingredients. Read more.

DailyCandyDailyCandy: The year’s best Mexican spot serves our favorite guacamole, peanut butter and chocolate empanadas, and is BYOB to boot. Read more.

Cozy Noodles & Rice is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

10. Cozy Noodles & Rice

8.2
3456 N Sheffield Ave (at Cornelia Ave), Chicago, IL
Thai Restaurant · Wrigleyville · 71 tips and reviews

Matthew I.Matthew Inawat: Cant say enough how wonderful and fresh and tasty the Pad Khee Mao dish was.. Spicy and yummy!

Globetrottergirls D.Globetrottergirls Dani: The lunch special is excellent value for money - $4.99 / $5.99 for a starter plus main. The pad prick was our favorite!

Peter P.Peter P: Best Thai Food in Chicago, and so well priced!!! Read more.

Taqueria los Caminos de Michoacan is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

11. Taqueria los Caminos de Michoacan

3948 N Sheridan Rd (at W Irving Park Rd), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Lakeview · 16 tips and reviews

Jenn K.Jenn Kloc: Favorite vegetarian tacos/burritos in the city! They come with all the good things: beans, rice, lettuce, tomato, avocado, lime, and cheese and sour cream. No greasy sautéed onions and peppers here!

Sheena B.Sheena B!!💵💸💵😋: So far...u get choices!!!😎

ErinErin: Go with the chicken tacos, trust me.

El Nuevo Mexicano is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

12. El Nuevo Mexicano

8.1
2914 N Clark St (at Oakdale St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Lake View East · 40 tips and reviews

Nigel R.Nigel Rowe: Great garden patio out back. Also great pairings of fish and fruit entrees. Nice atmosphere.

Adam T.Adam Twersky: Ask for the vegan menu

Dev D.Dev Dugal: Food was good, not great. Chicken fajitas cooked well with seasoning. Sodas were waaaay under carbonated. So basically syrup. PLUS - they don't honor their foursquare special after you check-in!

Bernie's Tap & Grill is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

13. Bernie's Tap & Grill

7.5
3664 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Sports Bar · Wrigleyville · 22 tips and reviews

Bridget P.Bridget Palcko: God britney and steph are so hot. Leave them all your money

Kari S.Kari Stone: Thursday customer appreciation 50% off all food & drinks!

Laura 🎀 N.Laura 🎀 Nowlin: HOLLLLA go CARDINALS!

Salsita is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

14. Salsita

7.7
3706 N Halsted St (Waveland), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Lakeview · 11 tips and reviews

Stephan G.Stephan Germain: Ask for the Grande burrito. It has rice, bean, avocado cheese, sour cream for 7.49.

Marquise N.Marquise Neal: You must get the little packet with the jalapeños, carrots, and jicama!

Ben T.Ben Terdich: You have no idea. Salsita is 95% of why I continue to live in my apartment (a block away). Pure gold. Pineapple habanero salsa is the best salsa of my life. Guac you’d take home to meet your mother.

Town Hall Pub is one of The 15 Best Hole in the Wall Places in Lakeview, Chicago.

15. Town Hall Pub

3340 N Halsted St (Chicago), Chicago, IL
Pub · Lakeview · 26 tips and reviews

Lauren S.Lauren Scott: And how could I forget--try the house infused liquids (ginger bourbon? Apricot tequila? Yes please!) and the superb vegan jerky.

Kristina W.Kristina W: Kim is the best! Tip her with $100's

Lauren S.Lauren Scott: Bartender Chris is the best bartender in Chicago. Also, the photobooth is a must.