Good Places to Eat in Lincoln Park

Welcome to our neighborhood, dear traveler.  Looking for some excellent Northside food for cheap?  We got you covered.  Here are some of our hostel approved places that will satisfy your hunger pains…

Welcome to The Dog House.  This is our staff-picked fast food joint for delicious encased meats.  Whether you’re in the mood for a German Shepherd (sauerkraut & swiss) or the classic taste of a Chicago Style (hot peppers, celery salt, pickle, mustard, onion), there is no beating the dogs at this tasty place.  Plus, it’s very close to our hostel.

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Meet the Staff & Our Favorite Chicago Spots

We love Chicago.  You want to see Chicago.  Let’s meet and maybe our interests will give you some hip ideas on seeing our beautiful town.  Also, this may give you some tips on experiencing cool stuff not usually found on the average tourist brochure.  Oh, and please don’t be intimidated by our good looks…

Charlie Lopez

Q: What is your favorite Chicago venue for music?

A: The Beat Kitchen (Food, Booze, & Music!)

Q: What is your favorite bar/tavern/pub?

A: Goldies (Cheap booze!)

Q: What is your favorite pizza place?

A: Bacci’s Pizza (jumbo slices for cheap in Wrigleyville).

Q: What is your favorite Chicago band?

A: Secret Agent Bill

Q: What is your favorite place to eat in Lincoln Park?

A: Five Guys ( a lil’ pricey for burgers but really good).

Q: What is one of your favorite Chicago pastimes/things to do in the city?

A: Frolicking through Navy Pier.

Q: What is your favorite place to shop?

A: Something Old/Something New

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Chicago Deep Dish Pizza at Our Doorstep

If you’re in search of famous Chicago deep dish pizza, a brief walk from the hostel will take you there.  Two of our city’s favorite pizzerias, Gino’s East and Lou Malnati’s offer the delicious classic for a reasonable price. You can feed three to four people for about $20 and Lou Malnati’s offers individual pies that start at $5.50.

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