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Lively in Lakeview & North Center
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XOchimilco Mexican Restaurant
North Center · $$ · BYOB
North Center · $$ · BYOB
XOchimilco Mexican Restaurant“We had the ceviche as an appetizer and I can confirm that it was a very delicious starting point” — Miguel Morales
4.8 ★546 reviews·Opens at 4
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Boonie's Filipino Restaurant
Lincoln Square
Lincoln Square
Boonie's Filipino Restaurant“Their food is delicious” — Eduardo Guardia
4.6 ★472 reviews·Open til 2
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