Chicago, Illinois – Logan Square Posts

Subterranean mezcaleria discreetly tucked under Quiote.

Flavors of Mexico interpreted in lovely modern Logan Square space.

Comfortable neighborhood tavern that does not take itself too seriously.

Enjoy custard bars, fancy pops, buttermilk bars, truck pops, plant pops, pony pops and piecicle bars in a mod and cheerful Logan Square setting. Everything crafted on-site.

Housemade pasta served in interesting ways, with Midwest ingredients, in lovely dining room. Nice selection of wines served with well edited menu.

Highly refined, civilized and timeless Logan Square dining room to enjoy brunch.

Fresh roasted beans of the highest quality. Minimally designed shop.

Tropical escapism from 1930s Hollywood; Lost Lake will transport you into a magical tiki world. Nearly impossible to choose which magical potion to try first and of course obligatory bowls to share.  Egg rolls and pineapple fried rice from adjacent Thank You, American-Chinese counter.

Sandwiches, snacks, coffee and superb beverages served in modern and smartly designed cafe. Where did Alex Cleaners go?

Yes, you might be lucky enough to capture this event, or better yet, participate in it. It moves all over town so the chances you will see it are slim… and only once a month! Celebrate your bike and explore neighborhoods of Chicago you never knew existed. Grab some Dew&JD and your favorite candy to share with this vibrant community. Plan to attend the last Friday of every month at Daley Plaza for an energy-charged ride. “Happy Friday!”

Modern craft cocktail bar with interesting menu of New Orleans inspired foods.

(Very) late night bar in Logan Square. Friendly staff and superb surroundings.

Cuisine influenced by India, China, Portugal and Southeast Asia. Unexpected flavor combinations, homemade noodels and curries. Cocktails pre-dinner at the speakeasy three doors east.

Gallery specializing in silkscreen gig posters, art prints and street art.

Crowd changes depending on the hours; cheap drinks abound at this classic dive bar.

Logan Square crowd of hipsters, singles, couples and kids flock to this bustling patio overlooking the Boulevard between Humboldt Park and Palmer Square. Ping-pong, communal picnic tables and little white lights complete the scene. If hungry, snack on small menu of mostly chicken and fish as one would expect.

Originally the single-cinema 1915 Paramount Theatre. Beautiful renovation with art deco details added and lounge serving beer, wine and cocktails.

Beautifully designed rustic cafe with enormous windows and a commanding street presence; serving interesting sandwiches such as gidget, winslow and boss hog. “Source, roast, and brew the freshest, most refined, and most interesting coffees available.”

Usually an interesting crowd at this “hipster dive bar” with something good for your listening pleasure.

Named after the famed outfielder and evangelist, excellent cocktail concoctions and a few interesting snacks.

Best example of a gastro-pub in Chicago, L&E serves up fabulous hearty food from brunch to dinner in a buzzing hipster atmosphere. Enormous selection of whiskeys with a bunch being offered for $3 a shot. Spend the night in Room #4, #7, #13, #43, #55, or #76 and grab the blue line across the street to Bucktown and downtown.

Johnny’s Grill closed without notice May. 2014 and everyone in Logan Square missed one of Chicago’s classic diners. Johnny’s was been serving up the standards long before Logan Square got re-discovered. Reopened under new ownership; Johnny’s now serves updated diner food with emphasis on homemade everything and adjacent bar now makes alcohol possible with your meal.

Wood-fired bagels in the AM give way to wood-fired pizzas in the PM. Homemade pastry and coffee counter gives way to cocktails later in the day. Great corner to watch the Logan Square world go by.

Wares of Chicago designers and artisans and Chicago-based fair trade companies. Many of the garments are produced in-house.

Every time you read a book it changes you. Great place to spend your money in a book and mortar bookstore. Support this place.