Gerry’s Fish & Chicken
Long-running neighborhood fish-and-chicken counter serving fried catfish, shrimp, and wings on a stretch of Michigan Ave where few independent sit-down spots remain
Nick’s Gyros
Longtime counter-service Greek-American spot on 63rd Street known for oversized gyros, char burgers and fresh-cut fries at bargain prices
Fuller Park Beverage
An independent neighborhood beverage shop in tiny, largely residential Fuller Park, stocking craft beer, wine, and spirits
Taste Bud 1
Family-run West Garfield Park comfort-food spot known for cheesesteaks for over two decades
Paco’s Tacos
No-frills Archer Ave taqueria beloved for homemade salsas and slow-cooked carnitas tacos
La Chaparrita Grocery
Taqueria tucked in the back of a corner grocery, celebrated for its Mexico City-style suadero and tripa tacos