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Hidden Gem in Uptown & North Side
Under-the-radar neighborhood finds that locals love — the places you won't find on most lists.
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No pasa nada
Irving Park
Irving Park
No pasa nada“I usually get mine with no onions because sometimes they’re overpowering but this time I’m glad I got them because of how finely the onions are chopped, allowing me to fully enjoy an authentic taco experience 😋” — Pei Kuo
4.9 ★156 reviews·Opens at 11AM
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Boem Restaurant
Albany Park · $$
Albany Park · $$
Boem Restaurant“Incredible people with passion for service” — Christopher Jacob
4.6 ★162 reviews·Opens at 5:30
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Wabi Sabi
Albany Park · $$ · BYOB
Albany Park · $$ · BYOB
Wabi Sabi“All in all everything was amazing & since we were a decent sized group not one item went wrong, staff was very attentive, and even were nice to take our picture 🙂 will definitely be coming again” — Galactic Neko
4.4 ★532 reviews·Opens at 11AM
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