Chicago - Roscoe Village - All Types

1822 W. Addison St., Chicago 60613
773-404-5318

Cork Lounge

We were excited at the debut of Cork Lounge, mistakenly thinking it was a reopening of the old Cork winebar on Lincoln. How sad we were on opening week to find just another poser Irish pub riddled ... read more

2238 W. Roscoe St., Chicago 60618
773-525-3700

with Grace

Luring you in from the outside with enticing window displays of cute gifts and elegant paper stock, this stationary focuses on bringing classically stylish paper to its customers. Elaborate wedding... read more

3251 N. Western Ave., Chicago 60618
773-755-5875

Bluelight

This place used to be a little-known 4AM dive bar whose walls were marinated in smoke that was exhaled before you were born. A couple years ago it was completely remodeled with a giant neon BLUELIG... read more

3341 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago 60657
(773) 472-2100

Kite Mandarin and Sushi

Despite being a Chinese/Japanese hybrid (they rarely seem to handle either side of the menu with the culinary deftness that either culture is known for), food is Kite’s strongest card. Rolls are li... read more

3351 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago 60657
(773) 281-0120

Su Van's

Far from causing the demise of the neighborhood coffee shop, the explosion of Starbucks all over the city has spawned a secondary market of old-style coffeeshops where you can actually sit down wit... read more

1851 W. Addison St., Chicago 60613
773-248-2777

Terragusto

Before dinner service starts, pasta makers are perched in the front window of this Italian Roscoe Village café, preparing fresh-made selections for the night. Chef/owner Theo Gilbert strives to use... read more

3407 N. Paulina Ave., Chicago 60657
773-871-1200

Waterhouse Tavern and Grill

Tucked under the Brown Line L, Waterhouse provides an ideal post-downtown-workday escape. In a long room with exposed brick, mood lighting and simple chandeliers, stylish bartenders serve pitchers ... read more

2008 W. Roscoe St., Chicago 60618
773-348-4600

Volo

Opened by the owner of Kitsch'n, the '70s-themed restaurant across the street, Volo's futuro-winebar décor tries hard to plant itself 50 years hence, intimidating first-time visitors with an abunda... read more

2147 W. Roscoe St., Chicago 60618
773-549-3523

Turquoise Café

White tablecloths and exposed brick greet you at this friendly-and-festive Turkish restaurant. Straightforward dishes like chicken kebabs with yogurt sauce are balanced by more complicated concocti... read more

3243 N. Western Ave., Chicago 60618
773-404-9363

Underbar

Then, it was a dank late-night hole full of off-duty cops. Now, it’s a dank late-night hole full of hoodie rockers, off-duty ad agency types and people who would rather pluck their own eyes o... read more

1610 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago 60657
773-935-9110

House of Sushi and Noodles

Plastered with photos of its happy clientele, this place is a little suspect with the faint smell of fish in the air and more dishes on the menu for one chef to prepare. That said, crowds continue ... read more

1658 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago 60657
773-244-6415

Scooter's Frozen Custard

Forget the unassuming red brick exterior, the tiny space and the bewildering reams of overlapping ice-cream-related items posted on the wall. Stay away from the hot dogs and fill your face with thi... read more

3358 N. Ashland Ave., Chicago 60657
773-248-5475

La Taberna Tapatia

This place is a half-hearted attempt at an upscale Latin lounge from the owners of El Tapatio across the street. Twenty-five different tequilas and a menu of margaritas complement a mish mash of ta... read more

2037 W. Roscoe St. , Chicago 60618
773-281-2210

A Pied

This for-ladies-only shoe store offers a great selection of sleek, comfy shoes of all shapes and sizes. Whether you're looking for chic Corso Como heels, or outdoorsy sandals by Merrell, A Pied has... read more

1958 W. Roscoe St., Chicago 60657
773-248-9523

Riverview Tavern

Stuffed with memorabilia from the Riverview Amusement Park that once operated down the street and closed in ’64, this sports pub gives you all the diversions you can handle: bubble hockey, bi... read more

3324 N. California Ave., Chicago 60618
773-279-9550

Hot Doug's

Hot Doug's isn't the kind of hot dog stand you just swing by on a whim; you plan for Hot Doug's. Open only for lunch and closed on Sundays, there's almost always a line of 10 ironic moustaches and ... read more

1957 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago 60657
773-832-4896

Tony's Burrito Mex

A strictly in-and-out counter place with a few diner-style booths, Tony's is the 4AM booty call of Mexican food, for when no one's around to see you and you're feeling desperate and dirty. There's ... read more

2116 W. Roscoe St., Chicago 60618
773-477-7330

La Piazza Bella

Decorated like the crumbling walls of a Roman village house, this rustic Italian restaurant hasn't changed much over the years. Neither the gorgonzola-drenched asparagus nor the gigantic tri-color ... read more

2024 W. Roscoe St., Chicago 60618
773-868-0075

Thai Linda Café

The petulant teenage family members that "Linda" employs aren't the most professional bunch, but the traditional Thai food they're serving up is quick, cheap and tasty. Get your lard nar, spring ro... read more

1847 W. Roscoe St., Chicago 60657
773-929-6666

Four Moon Tavern

This chill neighborhood bar looks like a dive on the outside, but the inside, flaunts pine paneling and comfort food fare like lasagna and grilled cheese with tomato soup. With the ubiquitous trees... read more