Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near Handlebar restaurant

Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea Bar

Located right off the Six Corners at the heart of Wicker Park/Bucktown, Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea Bar promises a new way of drinking hot--and cold--non-alcoholic beverages in Chicago. This is the first location for this innovative concept and many more are planned throughout the country.

Up & Up

Located on the 13th floor rooftop of Wicker Park's Robey hotel, Up & Up is a unique kind of bar. It boasts contemporary cocktail creations from a chic roof space typically reserved for the downtown set. Sprawling views of downtown Chicago are a nice backdrop, while both indoor and outdoor spaces provide views and lounge-y comforts for guests.

5411 Empanadas - Wicker Park

What started as an Argentine food truck focused on empanadas has evolved into a mini Chicago empire of South American flavors. Following the success of its Lincoln Park storefront, 5411 Empanadas has expanded with a larger, more late-night space in Wicker Park.

Thai Lagoon

Casual neighborhood BYOB spot serving traditional Thai favorites & vegan alternatives.

Cebu

For some time now, we’ve been hearing that Filipino cuisine is “having a moment.” With the arrival of Cebu, it’s fair to say that Filipino food in Chicago is now firmly established, though it’s anything but everyday food for most of us: it’s still exciting as it becomes known to – and enjoyed by – the larger dining public.

Rangoli

Authentic Indian cuisine gets elevated at this Humboldt Park BYO

Irazu Costa Rican Restaurant

Cabana Club

Here's a first: There's a rooftop pool lounge in Wicker Park. Located on the sixth floor of the chic Hollander hotel, Cabana Club is the laid-back alternative to Up & Up, which is situated on the rooftop of sister hotel The Robey. That property is adjacent to The Hollander.

Estelle's

Those on the prowl make their way to this late-night spot known for strong drinks and loud music.

Red & White

Loftlike shop specializing in small-production, thoughtfully sourced wines, beer & spirits.

Ipsento 606

A spin-off of their original Western Avenue location, Ipsento expands upon its usual coffee and espresso portfolio for their second location by the 606 Trail in Bucktown. With more space than the original locale, this one also adds craft beer, cocktails, and evening food to the menu.

Sultan's Market (Wicker Park)

Cash-only counter-serve Middle Eastern spot with falafel, gyros & more plus a large salad bar.

Small Cheval

A casual, fast-paced burger shop in Bucktown. Guests can order a burger, cheeseburger or fries with the option to add bacon, lettuce, tomato.The beverage list features shakes, draft cocktails, beers and shots. All meals will be packaged to-go for convenience and guests can dine in the restaurant or on the patio.

HASH

The Wicker Park/Humboldt Park-based breakfast and lunch spot offers several variations on hash dishes.

Sushi Para M

The third city location of this sushi restaurant (there's also one in Palatine), the "M" in the name stands for Milwaukee Avenue. Specialty rolls include the Valentine's roll (with spicy tuna in a heart shape) and the World Series roll (with soft-shell crab tempura, tuna, eel and avocado). Those who dine in can spring for the all-you-can-eat option.

Handlebar

Bicycle-themed bar serves up vegetarian-friendly meal and strong cocktails that'll knock you off your bike.

Bake

Husband-and-wife chef team whip up signature pastries and desserts at this tiny Bucktown bakery with attitude. Signature sweets include the Brownie Nut Pie, chocolate chip orange breakfast bread, malted caramel cakes and coconut passionfruit cake.

Café Robey

Situated on the famed Six Corners separating Bucktown and Wicker Park, Café Robey offers French-American fare in an upscale casual atmosphere. The restaurant is also located on the street level of The Robey Hotel, making it a destination for hotel guests and area residents alike for breakfast, brunch and dinner.