Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near Chicago Magic Lounge restaurant

Big Jones

Coastal Southern cuisine gets an update in Andersonville with potato-herb croquettes and sweet-tea infused pork chops, plus a focus on locally grown, sustainably-farmed food.

Rezas - Andersonville

Mediterranean/Persian menu (much of it vegetarian) & lunch buffet served in a bright, airy space.

Farragut's

There has been a bar at 5240 N. Clark St. ever since 1933, the year Prohibition was repealed. Farragut's, which opened in February 1997, is the fourth in a line that started with the Andersonville Inn.

Marty's Wine and Martini Bar

Chic, low-lit lounge serving classic cocktails amid Toulouse-Lautrec-inspired decor.

Neo-Futurarium

"Theater that doesn't suck." The Neo-Futurists produce originals shows at this 150-seat theater over a funeral home, including their signature "Too Much Light Makes The Baby Go Blind," an ever-changing performance of 30 plays in 60 minutes, which has been running since 1988.

La Colombe - Andersonville

This Philadelphia-based coffee company is revered on the East Coast, and had been slowly easing its way across the country. In Chicago, numerous restaurants and cafes supply La Colombe coffee, but this Andersonville location is their largest location in the city. Uncluttered by CDs, magazines, and wi-fi, the philosophy at La Colombe is to keep the focus on what they do best: coffee.

Simon’s Tavern

Long-standing neighborhood bar with a big beer selection, a jukebox & signature glögg (mulled wine).

Anteprima

Anteprima serves Italian home-style cooking with an emphasis on local and organic producers. What's super cool is that diners may order the popular house-made pasta dishes in half-size portions. Tagliatelle, pappardelle and gnocchi are some of the highlights of the menu.

Pick Me Up Cafe

Around-the-clock coffeehouse caters to Lakeview's lounge lizards.

Svea

Honoring Andersonville's Scandinavian roots, Svea is one of the sole remaining relics of Swedish dining in this north side enclave. This old-school diner, open for breakfast and lunch daily, features a sprawling menu of Swedish comfort food, from thin pancakes draped in lingonberries to plump Swedish sausages, meatballs, open-faced sandwiches on limpa bread, and more.

Koval Distillery

The city of Chicago's first boutique distillery produces vodka, whiskey and other specialty spirits. They offer public weekly tours, tastings and whiskey workshops.

Andies Restaurant

Mediterranean dishes are some of the most flavorful, fresh and varied cuisines in the culinary canon and one of the most healthy styles of eating in existence.

George's Ice Cream and Sweets

Stop by George's Ice Cream and Sweets in the heart of Andersonville to grab a treat today!

Calo Ristorante

Italian & American cuisine such as pizza, seafood & steak served in a casual, Old World setting.

Big Joe's

Old-school watering hole for beer & bar games including pool, darts & table-top turtle derby.

Hopleaf Bar

The comfortable Andersonville beer lounge draws the suds enthusiast for its more than 200 selections. Also, all menu items complement the beer.

Chicago Magic Lounge

Upon entering Chicago Magic Lounge, guests are greeted by a small room filled with “active” laundry machines which concealed a hidden door.

The Goddess and Grocer - Andersonville

Gadabout

“Elevated, non-traditional street food” is how the husband-wife team of Rolf (Girl and the Goat, Boka, Pacific Standard Time) and Meagan Pedersen (Hopleaf) describe the food they prepare at Gadabout.

Ann Sather Restaurant - Andersonville

Growing up in the strongly Scandinavian town of Osnabrock, N.D., Ann Sather learned home cooking from her mother, who was known for her strawberry-rhubarb pies.

Reza's Restaurant - Andersonville

Kopi - A Traveler's Café

Breakfast, sandwiches & other light fare served in a bohemian cafe with a boutique in the rear.

Jin Ju

Hip spot with traditional Korean cuisine, creative cocktails & sake in an intimate, dimly lit venue.

Bongo Room (Andersonville)

The duo behind the popular breakfast nook opens a third location in Andersonville. Expect the same menu of offbeat pancakes, waffles and overstuffed sandwiches.

Atmosphere

Neon-filled gay bar offering male go-go dancers, drag shows, DJs, stripper bingo & other events.

Byron's Hot Dog Haus - Ravenswood

Chicago-style hot dogs plus burgers, subs & salads served in a no-frills, counter-serve spot.

Vincent

Named for the famous one-eared painter, this European bistro also boasts New American influences. Brunch is also a popular attraction for the Andersonville crowd.

Replay Beer & Bourbon Andersonville

Replay Beer & Bourbon boasts 24 of the finest craft beers on tap in Andersonville coupled with one of Chicago's largest whiskey and bourbon selection. The arcade-themed lounge is where adults can go to be kids again, and note that children are not allowed.

Lady Gregory's

Upscale farm-to-table bar eats & a large beer & whiskey menu served in a traditional Irish pub.