Best hidden gem Restaurants in Chicago

The best restaurants for hidden gem in Chicago, curated by TastyPals editors.

66 restaurantsAvg rating 4.6
hidden gem in Chicago
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Piacere Mio Uptown
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AsianUptownvalue

Piacere Mio Uptown

Piacere Mio Uptown is a asian restaurant in Uptown in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

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5.0
Based on 100 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Dell' Rooster Restaurant & Bar
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ContemporaryUkrainian Villagevalue

Dell' Rooster Restaurant & Bar

Dell' Rooster Restaurant & Bar is a contemporary restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Ukrainian Villagedinnercool

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4.9
Based on 611 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Provare Chicago
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GlobalAvondalevalue

Provare Chicago

Provare Chicago is one of the better-known global spots in Avondale in Chicago, which makes it a practical place to start.

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4.8
Based on 5359 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for QuesaBirria Jalisco Pilsen
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MexicanPilsenvalue

QuesaBirria Jalisco Pilsen

QuesaBirria Jalisco Pilsen is a mexican restaurant in Pilsen in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Pilsencasual nightgroup dinner

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4.8
Based on 2161 reviews
5
Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Marina's Bistro and Rum Bar
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AsianUptownvalue

Marina's Bistro and Rum Bar

Marina's Bistro and Rum Bar is a asian restaurant in Uptown in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

dinnerhidden gemasian

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4.8
Based on 470 reviews
6
Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Mirella’s Tavern
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GlobalUkrainian Villagevalue

Mirella’s Tavern

Mirella’s Tavern is a global restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

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4.8
Based on 218 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for void
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ContemporaryAvondalevalue

void

void is a contemporary restaurant in Avondale in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Avondaledinnercreative

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4.8
Based on 206 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Valhalla
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GlobalUkrainian Villagevalue

Valhalla

Valhalla is a global restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

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4.8
Based on 160 reviews
9
Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Oso & The Bull
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MexicanPilsenvalue

Oso & The Bull

Oso & The Bull is a mexican restaurant in Pilsen in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Pilsencasual nightgroup dinner

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4.8
Based on 84 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for The Whale
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ContemporaryLogan Squaremoderate

The Whale

The Whale is a contemporary pick in Logan Square in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.

Logan Squaredate nightcasual night

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4.7
Based on 4759 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Lula Cafe
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ContemporaryLogan Squaremoderate

Lula Cafe

Lula Cafe is a contemporary pick in Logan Square in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.

Logan Squaredate nightcasual night

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4.7
Based on 3592 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for La Luna
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MexicanPilsenvalue

La Luna

La Luna is a mexican restaurant in Pilsen in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Pilsencasual nightgroup dinner

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4.7
Based on 2830 reviews
13
Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Tweet
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AsianUptownvalue

Tweet

Tweet is a asian restaurant in Uptown in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

dinnerhidden gemasian

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4.7
Based on 2238 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Pleasant House Pub
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MexicanPilsenvalue

Pleasant House Pub

Pleasant House Pub is a mexican restaurant in Pilsen in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Pilsencasual nightgroup dinner

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4.7
Based on 1608 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for La Nonna
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ContemporaryAvondalevalue

La Nonna

La Nonna is a contemporary restaurant in Avondale in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Avondaledinnercreative

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4.7
Based on 995 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Lonesome Rose (Andersonville)
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ContemporaryAndersonvillemoderate

Lonesome Rose (Andersonville)

Lonesome Rose (Andersonville) is a strong brunch move in Andersonville in Chicago when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for.

Andersonvilledinnerbrunch

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4.7
Based on 883 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Eden
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ContemporaryAvondalevalue

Eden

Eden is a contemporary restaurant in Avondale in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Avondaledinnercreative

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4.7
Based on 812 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for All Together Now
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ContemporaryUkrainian Villagevalue

All Together Now

All Together Now is a contemporary restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Ukrainian Villagedinnercool

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4.7
Based on 330 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for The Wolfhound Bar and Kitchen
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ContemporaryAvondalevalue

The Wolfhound Bar and Kitchen

The Wolfhound Bar and Kitchen is a contemporary restaurant in Avondale in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Avondaledinnercreative

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4.7
Based on 330 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Tiffany's On Broadway
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AsianUptownvalue

Tiffany's On Broadway

Tiffany's On Broadway is a asian restaurant in Uptown in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

dinnerhidden gemasian

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4.7
Based on 253 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Nettare
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GlobalUkrainian Villagevalue

Nettare

Nettare is a global restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

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4.7
Based on 225 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Fuego Logan Square
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ContemporaryLogan Squaremoderate

Fuego Logan Square

Fuego Logan Square is a contemporary pick in Logan Square in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.

Logan Squaredate nightcasual night

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4.7
Based on 169 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Feld
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ContemporaryUkrainian Villagevalue

Feld

Feld is a contemporary restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Ukrainian Villagedinnercool

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4.7
Based on 160 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for The Purple Pig Restaurant
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MexicanPilsenmoderate

The Purple Pig Restaurant

The Purple Pig Restaurant is one of the better-known mexican spots in Pilsen in Chicago, which makes it a practical place to start.

tacosdinnerhidden gem

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4.6
Based on 7352 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Little Bad Wolf
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ContemporaryAndersonvillemoderate

Little Bad Wolf

Little Bad Wolf is a strong brunch move in Andersonville in Chicago when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for.

Andersonvilledinnerbrunch

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4.6
Based on 3843 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Longman & Eagle
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ContemporaryLogan Squaremoderate

Longman & Eagle

Longman & Eagle is a contemporary pick in Logan Square in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.

Logan Squaredate nightcasual night

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4.6
Based on 2964 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Calo Ristorante
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ContemporaryAndersonvillemoderate

Calo Ristorante

Calo Ristorante is a strong brunch move in Andersonville in Chicago when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for.

Andersonvilledinnerbrunch

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4.6
Based on 2648 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Demera Restaurant
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AsianUptownvalue

Demera Restaurant

Demera Restaurant is a asian restaurant in Uptown in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

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4.6
Based on 2349 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Chief O'Neill's Pub Restaurant Beer Garden
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GlobalAvondalevalue

Chief O'Neill's Pub Restaurant Beer Garden

Chief O'Neill's Pub Restaurant Beer Garden is a global restaurant in Avondale in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

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4.6
Based on 1895 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for m.henry
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ContemporaryAndersonvillemoderate

m.henry

m.henry is a strong brunch move in Andersonville in Chicago when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for.

Andersonvilledinnerbrunch

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4.6
Based on 1813 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Logan 11 Bar & Kitchen
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ContemporaryLogan Squaremoderate

Logan 11 Bar & Kitchen

Logan 11 Bar & Kitchen is a contemporary pick in Logan Square in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.

Logan Squaredate nightcasual night

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4.6
Based on 1753 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen
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ContemporaryUkrainian Villagevalue

Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen

Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen is a contemporary restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Ukrainian Villagedinnercool

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4.6
Based on 1465 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Staropolska Restaurant
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GlobalAvondalevalue

Staropolska Restaurant

Staropolska Restaurant is a global restaurant in Avondale in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

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4.6
Based on 1444 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Gretel
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ContemporaryLogan Squaremoderate

Gretel

Gretel is a contemporary pick in Logan Square in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.

Logan Squaredate nightcasual night

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4.6
Based on 917 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Table, Donkey and Stick
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ContemporaryLogan Squaremoderate

Table, Donkey and Stick

Table, Donkey and Stick is a contemporary pick in Logan Square in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.

Logan Squaredate nightcasual night

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4.6
Based on 792 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for The Avondale Tap
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ContemporaryAvondalevalue

The Avondale Tap

The Avondale Tap is a contemporary restaurant in Avondale in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Avondaledinnercreative

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4.6
Based on 627 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Old Lviv Restaurant
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ContemporaryUkrainian Villagevalue

Old Lviv Restaurant

Old Lviv Restaurant is a contemporary restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Ukrainian Villagedinnercool

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4.6
Based on 574 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Magic Jug
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ContemporaryUkrainian Villagevalue

Magic Jug

Magic Jug is a contemporary restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Ukrainian Villagedinnercool

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4.6
Based on 485 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Sunrise Cafe Chicago
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ContemporaryUkrainian Villagevalue

Sunrise Cafe Chicago

Sunrise Cafe Chicago is a contemporary restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Ukrainian Villagedinnercool

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4.6
Based on 437 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Union
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ContemporaryLogan Squaremoderate

Union

Union is a contemporary pick in Logan Square in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.

Logan Squaredate nightcasual night

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4.6
Based on 282 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Breakfast House Uptown
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AsianUptownvalue

Breakfast House Uptown

Breakfast House Uptown is a asian restaurant in Uptown in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

dinnerhidden gemasian

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4.6
Based on 157 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Giordano's
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MexicanPilsenmoderate

Giordano's

Giordano's is one of the better-known mexican spots in Pilsen in Chicago, which makes it a practical place to start.

tacosdinnerhidden gem

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4.5
Based on 25628 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Kuma's Corner
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ContemporaryAvondalevalue

Kuma's Corner

Kuma's Corner is a contemporary restaurant in Avondale in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Avondaledinnercreative

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4.5
Based on 4348 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Honey Butter Fried Chicken
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ContemporaryAvondalevalue

Honey Butter Fried Chicken

Honey Butter Fried Chicken is a contemporary restaurant in Avondale in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Avondaledinnercreative

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4.5
Based on 4149 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Fat Cat
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AsianUptownvalue

Fat Cat

Fat Cat is a asian restaurant in Uptown in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

dinnerhidden gemasian

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4.5
Based on 2694 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for La Mejikana
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MexicanPilsenvalue

La Mejikana

La Mejikana is a mexican restaurant in Pilsen in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Pilsencasual nightgroup dinner

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4.5
Based on 1085 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Del Toro
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MexicanPilsenvalue

Del Toro

Del Toro is a mexican restaurant in Pilsen in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Pilsencasual nightgroup dinner

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4.5
Based on 1072 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for A Taste of Heaven
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ContemporaryAndersonvillemoderate

A Taste of Heaven

A Taste of Heaven is a strong brunch move in Andersonville in Chicago when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for.

Andersonvilledinnerbrunch

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4.5
Based on 1033 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Vincent
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ContemporaryAndersonvillemoderate

Vincent

Vincent is a strong brunch move in Andersonville in Chicago when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for.

Andersonvilledinnerbrunch

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4.5
Based on 522 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Anteprima
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ContemporaryAndersonvillemoderate

Anteprima

Anteprima is a strong brunch move in Andersonville in Chicago when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for.

Andersonvilledinnerbrunch

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4.5
Based on 521 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Anelya
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ContemporaryUkrainian Villagevalue

Anelya

Anelya is a contemporary restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Ukrainian Villagedinnercool

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4.5
Based on 326 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago
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MexicanPilsenmoderate

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago is one of the better-known mexican spots in Pilsen in Chicago, which makes it a practical place to start.

tacosdinnerhidden gem

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4.4
Based on 24275 reviews
53
Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Cantón Regio
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MexicanPilsenvalue

Cantón Regio

Cantón Regio is a mexican restaurant in Pilsen in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Pilsencasual nightgroup dinner

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4.4
Based on 3782 reviews
54
Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Big Jones
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ContemporaryAndersonvillemoderate

Big Jones

Big Jones is a strong brunch move in Andersonville in Chicago when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for.

Andersonvilledinnerbrunch

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4.4
Based on 1819 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for The Duplex
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ContemporaryLogan Squaremoderate

The Duplex

The Duplex is a contemporary pick in Logan Square in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.

Logan Squaredate nightcasual night

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4.4
Based on 1625 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Daisies
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ContemporaryLogan Squaremoderate

Daisies

Daisies is a contemporary pick in Logan Square in Chicago when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.

Logan Squaredate nightcasual night

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4.4
Based on 1399 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Azul 18
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MexicanPilsenvalue

Azul 18

Azul 18 is a mexican restaurant in Pilsen in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Pilsencasual nightgroup dinner

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4.4
Based on 947 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Pilsen Yards
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MexicanPilsenvalue

Pilsen Yards

Pilsen Yards is a mexican restaurant in Pilsen in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Pilsencasual nightgroup dinner

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4.4
Based on 867 reviews
59
Editorial restaurant image stand-in for The Reservoir
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AsianUptownvalue

The Reservoir

The Reservoir is a asian restaurant in Uptown in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

dinnerhidden gemasian

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4.4
Based on 781 reviews
60
Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Picnic Digital Food Court - Avondale
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ContemporaryAvondalevalue

Picnic Digital Food Court - Avondale

Picnic Digital Food Court - Avondale is a contemporary restaurant in Avondale in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Avondaledinnercreative

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4.4
Based on 512 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Soul & Smoke - Avondale at Rockwell on the River
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ContemporaryAvondalevalue

Soul & Smoke - Avondale at Rockwell on the River

Soul & Smoke - Avondale at Rockwell on the River is a contemporary restaurant in Avondale in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Avondaledinnercreative

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4.4
Based on 427 reviews
62
Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Fatso's Last Stand
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ContemporaryUkrainian Villagevalue

Fatso's Last Stand

Fatso's Last Stand is a contemporary restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Ukrainian Villagedinnercool

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4.3
Based on 2383 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Simone's
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MexicanPilsenvalue

Simone's

Simone's is a mexican restaurant in Pilsen in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Pilsencasual nightgroup dinner

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4.3
Based on 2201 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Fireside Restaurant & Lounge
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ContemporaryAndersonvillemoderate

Fireside Restaurant & Lounge

Fireside Restaurant & Lounge is a strong brunch move in Andersonville in Chicago when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for.

Andersonvilledinnerbrunch

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4.3
Based on 2112 reviews
65
Editorial restaurant image stand-in for Lao Peng You
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ContemporaryUkrainian Villagevalue

Lao Peng You

Lao Peng You is a contemporary restaurant in Ukrainian Village in Chicago that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

Ukrainian Villagedinnercool

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4.3
Based on 894 reviews
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Editorial restaurant image stand-in for The Good Wolf
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ContemporaryAndersonvillemoderate

The Good Wolf

The Good Wolf is a strong brunch move in Andersonville in Chicago when you want the meal to feel worth leaving the house for.

Andersonvilledinnerbrunch

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4.3
Based on 72 reviews

Common questions about hidden gem in Chicago

What are the best restaurants for hidden gem in Chicago?

The top restaurants for hidden gem in Chicago include Piacere Mio Uptown, Dell' Rooster Restaurant & Bar, Provare Chicago. TastyPals curates these picks based on occasion tags, Google ratings, and editorial judgment.

What is the best hidden gem restaurant in Chicago?

Piacere Mio Uptown is among the top-rated options for hidden gem in Chicago, with a 5.0 Google rating and 100 reviews.

TastyPals curates picks based on Google ratings, community reviews, and editorial judgment. Learn how we choose →

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