This mini grocery was my father's favorite store because of a different variety of liquor including…read morewine and beer. The liquor shelves were fully stocked and organized well. They also have fresh veggies and fruits. Also if you're looking for a good quality and local coffee Garden Gourmet has.  I bought four bottles of different kinds of wine and a dozen of beer that I will give to my father. He also asked me to buy him a Montrose because he hasn't tasted it yet. And I'm sure he loves it because the owner of the mini store described to me what it tastes like. Owner also recommended the Rose wine Underwood and I bought also this.  And also if you are looking to cater your party they have a service. You can see the photos of their food in their business photos. I highly recommend this mini grocery if you're looking for a different variety of liquor.

One might wonder how does a market almost a block away compete with the Jewel grocery, but it does…read morein so many ways. First when I walk in I do feel transported to a market that I might wander into Smyth travels. It has a little bit of everything along with quality products, and during a time like the pandemic one can appreciate it even more for all the clutch things you need. I appreciate the variety and the staff is helpful without being overbearing. Prices are reasonable.

If you're looking for authentic tacos, this place is absolutely worth the trip. Between the…read moreincredible Selena mural outside and the fact that it's tucked inside a liquor store, the whole experience feels like discovering a hidden gem. I eat a lot of tacos, and this was, without question, the best pollo (chicken) taco I've ever had. I was expecting the usual dry, bland, or overcooked chicken, but instead it was incredibly juicy, packed with flavor, and generously loaded with meat. Every bite was outstanding. The only downside was the wait time, but once the food arrived, it was easy to see why people are willing to wait. If you're a taco lover, this is a must-visit. I'll definitely be back.

Our favorite tacos in the city and our go-to quick lunch take out spot. The tacos are filled…read moregenerously with delicious meats. They aren't cheap but they are worth it and very satisfying. It's about ~$5/ taco + extra for cheese. We often call 20 min ahead to place our order so it's ready when we arrive.

I love L&M! The staff is incredibly kind, helpful, and I always walk out in a better mood after my…read morevisits to L&M. The space is so cute and thoughtfully laid out. I am a big fan of buying local and the team at L&M curates amazing Chicago food goodies. If you need a Chicago gift basket, this is your place. I also have found great pantry / fridge staples here. The deli counter is incredible (the best sandwiches in Chicago - amazing flavor and value) but lowkey I recently had the best cup of coffee ever there. Like seriously, if you like a good cup of joe, this is your place. I cannot wait to go back!

it was love at first sight…read more.. sandwiches and matcha set up in a cute grocery is life for me. it gets busy and they get back backed up...speaking from sunday afternoon visits. make sure you have a few minutes to spare bc of the wait.

Still an amazing spot! We came here on an afternoon and enjoyed quiet bar service. We went with 3…read morecheese and 2 meat build of our charcuterie board. Loved all the cheeses and they were complimented with fig, strawberry and a citrus butter that was mesmerizing. I also can't say enough about the friendly service. The staff made great recommendations and answered all our questions.

Second time here! We thought of this place because we wanted to get some cheese for a picnic. This…read moreis one of the few fromageries in Chicago. They sell almost everything you need to create a charcuterie board: fresh cheese, meat, chocolate, jams, nuts, pickled veggies, etc. We chose three cheeses and the amount we wanted. I do wish they had some little descriptions about the cheeses on their name cards. It also seems like they eyeball the amount when they cut it, so you might get more or less of what you ask for even though the price depends on the weight because that's what happened to us. We also bought some cornichons, malort pickled tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and fig jam!

French Market is a bright food-court of around 20 restaurants and shops in the Ogilvie…read moreTransportation Center train station in Chicago. There's pastries, baked goods, tea, dim sum, poke, sushi, Korean food, Vietnamese food, crepes, sandwiches, bbq, Argentine empanadas, Mexican food, burgers, Italian food, groceries, produce, Indian food, French food, olive oil, and a full bar! There's an entry directly from Clinton, and one from the station's main concourse. And there's a area of seating for around 80. We were traveling, so we worked-in two visits here on the way into and out of town. The French Market has almost every food you can imagine! It was busy at lunchtime on a weekday, but we managed to find a table each time.

This cute market has great options for a quick lunch or takeout. Inside, you will find a bakery, a…read moremini grocery section, and plenty of wine choices. It gets busy, but the seating area offers a cozy vibe that works well for a solo meal, a date, or a small group. Grabbing food to go is also very popular here. The space isn't huge, but it is a perfect spot to walk around and escape the sun if you want an indoor break while visiting Chicago. It is definitely worth checking out if you have never been.

Speaking for the grocery portion only... it's super well stocked and would make a great place to…read moregrab date night meal items or pack a fun gift basket for a gift. The prices are wild and the Whole Foods or Fresh Market of Italian food but you know this going in. Kinda fun is they have free bubbly water in the free seating area near the gelato and coffee bar so you can grab a cup while you're shopping. We got some prepared food items and they were good quality. Pricey.

Expensive tourist trap. Stay away. The restaurants here are all over priced fast food served on…read moredisposable plates. Pizza is not made fresh but instead just sitting there waiting to be reheated. Paste is fresh, but for what you pay for, you might as well get something off the tourist area at a better sit down style. The store is kind of cool. Have a few wines, oil, paste, etc. they need more coffee stuff though. I feel like that was a miss on their part. No cool espresso stuff that Italy is known for. If the food here suppose to represent Italy, then I have no desire to visit for the food.

We hired Chef Rickie for our wedding cocktail hour 2 weeks ago and he did an outstanding job…read more Seriously worth having a professional shucker at your event. He was very polite and interacted with our guests the entire time. Everyone has been nonstop talking about it since!

Logan Oyster is amazing! I had the opportunity to try them out at a pop up during the fall. Oysters…read moreare my absolute favorite and Logan Oyster didn't disappoint. The oysters are fresh and flavorful and honestly simple amazing. I highly recommend 10:10 and follow them on social so you can catch them in the city. The owner is amazing and super friendly and go above and beyond to ensure you have a great experience.

Such a cute little market. Many options I have not seen at other stores. Also a lot of gluten-free…read moreitems which makes me very happy. The checker was very friendly.

Incredible little grocery store with delicious sandwiches pre made and made to order…read more They have specialty snacks, fancy cookies, an other treats. It's like a bougie little bodega. Incredible

Super cute little cafe! Nice amount of seating available. Loved they have a great variety of…read moredrinking chocolates and truffles. Also love that you can get a drinking chocolate flight. This comes in a set of 3 mini sizes. Staff was super accommodating and very patient with my decision paralysis of trying to choose flavors. They had great recommendations and our order was up quickly. Tried the hazelnut, semi sweet, and cardamom rose. Really enjoyed it! The marshmallows are also house made and were delish! Tried the truffle of the week, Baileys and they also had a line of brewery inspired flavors, so I tried the Clementine Cider. One also random star of the show is the well stocked washroom! Equipped with ample space, changing table, baby wipes, diapers, sanitary pads and tampons. Kudos for being well stocked for all the ladies and mamas out there! Can't wait to come back to try the other drinking chocolates!

This is Review: 1234 - couldn't resist!!!!…read more Stopped into this establishment after Diva Dance to celebrate one of our members birthday. We grabbed some divine hot chocolate. I opted to try the goat cheese walnut dark chocolate while they prepared my drinking chocolate. My candy was delicious and goat cheese pair well with the chocolate. For my drinking chocolate, I got the Koval Bourbon Drinking Chocolate with Salted Caramel Marshmallow. It was fantastic and a nice warm up to frigid temperatures outside. All in all, a good way to warm up. Lots of options for food. On this occasion it was pretty packed but everyone was in jolly moods considering the holiday season.

Everything about El Mercado makes me so happy. The vibes, the family who owns it, and of course the…read moredelicious empanadas. They are made fresh everyday and are my favorite in the city. The corn and cheese empanada is will change your life. If you come here, do yourself a favor and get it. On my most recent visit I also tried the pepperoni which was also fantastic. El Mercado is cash only, and owned by the amazing folks from tango sur -- the delicious Argentinian steakhouse next door!

I don't know why, but I have not even really noticed this place before. I lived 10 minutes away for…read more15 years; I've been to the DQ across the street several times; our favorite children's store in town, Baby Dolls Boutique, is only a few storefronts down and we are there very often. But our CM, Kate, recommended this place and we had to stop in. First thing you need to know is that they are a cash-only operation. This was a lucky day for me, because I actually had cash on me (a rare occurrence). I did have enough to get a corn and cheese empanada, and it's true--they are fantastic. I don't know if I'd get anything else from here because it was so delicious, but they had at least half a dozen other flavors. There are a couple counter-height chairs here, and there' also an ATM if you do need to grab some cash. No parking; it's street only.