This bar draws a pretty scruffy crowd of late-night drinkers and wanderers from the nearby Land of Nod, a lonely group of holdovers who still cling to the faith that Wicker Park is an artists' haven. The jukebox is usually blaring Hank Williams or Johnny Cash as you drown your troubles. There is a somewhat hidden back room. Some of the more serious adventurers among you may want to wander in there after your second or third drink.
This family restaurant specializes in seafood. The menu includes Kumamota Oysters, Pan-roasted Halibut, Grilled Octopi, Crab Cakes, Seared Scallops and other seafood preparations. The dark hued interiors, subtle lighting and fabric sculptures make for an excellent hangout. The wine list is extensive, so go ahead and be choosy.
Mac and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, pizza and beer: some things just go better together. Award-winning beers (brewed by a champion brew-master) are the number one feature at this open and friendly brewery and pizzeria. Pizzas on offer at Piece include your choice of toppings on either a red (red sauce and mozzarella), white (traditional New Haven-style pizza with olive oil, garlic, and mozzarella), or tomato (red sauce, garlic, Pecorino-Romano cheese, and olive oil) pie. For those who have arrived at a pizza place with no desire for pizza, there are also several appetizers and salads to choose from. If somehow you end your meal not completed stuffed with pizza and beer, shell out the cash for some dessert—the chocolate pizza is a culinary concoction not to be missed.
Whether you're in need of something to accompany your dinner at a BYOB restaurant in the neighborhood, or looking for something special to drink later, In Fine Spirits is the perfect local wine store to find what you're looking for. Plus, with at least 75 wines on hand, buying a bottle of wine here means you can definitely afford dessert after dinner. Owned by a married couple who live in the neighborhood, the shop's friendly proprietors are quick to point out the perfect bottle to either complement a meal or toast a special occasion. In addition, In Fine Spirits features weekly wine tastings from 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturday afternoons. If you happen to be in the neighborhood on the first Friday of the month, stop in for a First Friday evening event—recent tastings have included samplings of beer, spirits, and sake.
With an exhaustive and exceptional selection of whiskey, craft beers, excellent cocktails, and even better food, Longman & Eagle is all about comfort food and good liquor, good enough to lull you to sleep. Housed in a roomy and airy space with dark wooden accents and bright illumination, this restaurant oozes cozy comfort and style. The versatile food menu here changes to ensure the use of only the finest and freshest ingredients. It includes snacks, sandwiches, and large plates like delicious dishes like Pork Neck Meatballs, Chicken Liver Mousse, and Dry Aged Strip Steak. This establishment has a distinctive warmth and wholesome atmosphere that beckons families and couples alike.