Pequod’s is a fantastic deep-dish pizza place in Lincoln Park.

Spiaggia is an upscale Italian restaurant in Streeterville with excellent Italian food.

Carol’s is a country bar in Uptown that’s great for dancing to live music and eating at the bar.

Budacki’s is a hot dog stand in Ravenswood that also serves Crisp’s korean chicken wings.

Woodlawn Tap is a classic Hyde Park dive serving cheap beer and bar food.

Rose's is a cash-only dive bar in Lincoln Park full of dingy couches and character.

Golden House is an old-school pancake house in Uptown that's open all day.

Simon’s is a classic Chicago tavern in Andersonville that serves traditional Swedish Glogg.

Big Joe’s is a classic, homey dive with wild Friday night turtle races.

Fireside is a bowling alley that’s been around since the '40s with a divey lounge.

Archie’s is a dog-friendly corner bar that’s great for drinking cheap beer.

Triple Crown is a classic dim sum restaurant in Chinatown.

The Matchbox is a tiny bar in River West with great cocktails.

Richard’s is a divey, smoke-filled throwback in River West.

Kingston Mines has late-night blues and BBQ - the best combination you can find in Lincoln Park.

Rainbo Club is a historic dive that’s great for a late night of cheap drinks.