Chicago Restaurants

Dessert & Coffee

Address: 1439 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608

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This bold, bright café is filled with artistic types, local paintings, vivid tables in primary colors, and plenty of fresh coffee and coffee drinks. Diverse crowds of ethnic groups regularly hang out at the relaxed coffee house (tee shirts proclaim "No human being is illegal"). Try an espresso or a liquado, a...

Address: 830 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

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Famous Ghirardelli chocolate, made by the Italian chocolate maker, is served in upscale style at this Chicago favorite. The place serves plenty of ice cream drinks, along with amazing hot fudge sundaes and a dish called "Strike it Rich" that's as decadent as it sounds. This is also the perfect place to buy a souvenir;...

Address: 53 W Jackson, Monadnock Building, Chicago, IL 60604

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This street-side shop, winner of Chicago Magazine's "Best of Chicago," enjoys a loyal local following thanks to its expert gourmet coffee blends. Aside from tasting heavenly, Intelligentsia's coffees bear such colorful names as Black Cat and Librarian's Blend (it's decaf!). Here, you'll find everybody from wannabes...

Address: 3601 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60613

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A fixture in Austria for upwards of a century, this European coffee company now has a location in the States, and Chicago is the lucky recipient. Incredibly fine coffee blends are on offer and can be had in shots of espresso, lattes, mochas, and the like. Accompanying the tempting list of hot drinks is an equally...

Address: 2458 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

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Although many people just pick up boxes of delights to go, try to snag a place on the attractive outdoor patio and enjoy your treat on the premises. A picture-perfect display of pastries, marzipan, cookies, and cakes is on-hand, and each table gets a pot of coffee as an ideal accompaniment for delectable European...

Address: 1960 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

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Since 1921, Margie's has been dishing out the best homemade ice cream in Chicago. The shop also sells homemade candies, and you can taste the quality, freshness, and care put into each piece. The family-owned business has a long list of ardent fans who have been frequenting the place for decades, and most of them...

Address: 1068 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607

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If you haven't had an Italian lemonade, then this stop is a must, particularly in the summer. The slushy, fruity drink comes in a variety of refreshing flavors, ranging from pińa colada to chocolate, and this vendor has repeatedly been named the best in the city. The small stand offers friendly service from owners...

Address: 601 N State St, Chicago, IL 60657

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This long-lived live music club and champagne bar (25-plus years!) is a city mainstay, now relocated from its original Lake View neighborhood. A sleek, stylish bar lets patrons sip and mingle, while a downstairs lounge envelops folks in intimate surroundings and terrific live jazz. The shop sells sparkling wines and...

Address: 1208 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

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If your sweet tooth needs a little TLC, head to this bright favorite for a beyond-tempting spread of home-baked desserts, pies, cakes, and cookies. Regulars rave about vanilla and chocolate cupcakes slathered in vividly-colored buttercream frosting and scattered with candy sprinkles. Grab one of the inviting booths...

Address: 705 W Belden St, off the Fullerton Red Line stop, Chicago, IL 60614

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Chicago visitors must pass this little gem all the time without knowing just what they're missing. Swirlz Cupcake Boutique is glad to serve Chicago residents the 'haute couture' of cupcakes. Their small staff (and smaller store) create a more intimate setting, making the comfort food even more comfortable. Since one...