Lincoln Square is a picture-perfect town. This little town gives us Gilmore Girl vibes. We often refer to it as “the set” of Gilmore Girls. If you are visiting Chicago, we highly recommend the small but mighty downtown of Lincoln Square. If you are local, it is perfect for a Sunday afternoon with friends. Enjoy Lincoln Square!
Oromo Cafe
Rose: They serve delicious coffee items but also have great food. We love a cafe that serves both.
Thorn: There is usually a wait for a table on hte weekends, but you can take your coffee to go!
Website: http://www.oromocafechicago.com/
Address: 4703 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Neighborly
Rose: The sell a variety of items from 200+ independent artists and makers. Talk about supporting local!
Thorn: Some things can be a little pricey, but supporting local is always worth the price tag.
Website: https://neighborlyshop.com/pages/neighborly-lincoln-square
Address: 4710 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
The Book Cellar
Rose: This book store has a cafe inside. There is nothing better than enjoying a coffee inside a bookstore.
Thorn: This lovely bookstore doesn’t sell used books.
Website: https://www.bookcellarinc.com/
Address: 4736 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Gene’s Sausage and Delicatessen
Rose: They have endless sausage and meat to choose from, along with some other staple grocery items.
Thorn: The rooftop is only open in the warmer months.
Website: http://www.genessausage.com/
Address: 4750 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
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Great list!! I would like to visit these places. thanks for sharing! All love and support.
I haven’t been back to Chicago in YEARS! My family and I went up there when dad had a work related thing and we made a family trip out of it. Honestly my favorite part of the city was the restaurants, SO many good places to eat! Thanks much for sharing! I’ll definitely remember this if we ever go back!
Love a cafe – bookstore combo! Looks like a place I’d hang out in Chicago.
I haven’t been back to Chicago in YEARS! My family and I went up there when dad had a work related thing and we made a family trip out of it. Honestly my favorite part of the city was the restaurants, SO many good places to eat! Thanks much for sharing! I’ll definitely remember this if we ever go back!
Oh I love Gilmore girls, looks so cute little quarter..
Chicago has been on my bucket list for years, but never got a chance to visit. The Food and Travel Explora in me will definitely bear in mind these restaurants when I do visit. Thanks for sharing your Chicago travel experiences.
Great list of some fun places to visit in Chicago. I like The Book Cellar, it looks like a nice little bookstore to have a cup of coffee and read a book. Gene’s deli looks good too. I love mom and pop shops, they have the most personality and variety to them. Thanks for sharing!