Sorry, this post was deleted by the person who originally posted it. Hottest block in the city: The 2300 North block of Milwaukee Avenue. This Middle Eastern restaurant in Logan Square from the owners of Sultan's Market in Wicker Park provides myriad options -- from crispy falafel to comforting stews -- at a great value. You get the idea. Bear in mind, I used to work next to this place and gave it many (MANY) chances. For entertainment, grab a seat on the patio and people-watch. Now, just a couple weeks shy of New Year's this year, it has shuttered to "reconcept. The shop has been a city tradition since 1949 and its signature bags and tins can be spotted all over the downtown area and at the airport. There are multiple outposts of the Italian emporium around the world but that hasnt taken the shine off the Chicago location. Considering that other chains like Pizza Fusion carry organic ingredients sourced from local farms and gluten- and lactose-free menu items, we see no reason the Hut can't up its health game. Now this just-opened "healthy junk food" cafe will put it on center stage in Old Irving Park. Best bargain pizza: Blaze. Margarita's were nice and strong. One night youll have a great drunken time, another night you might be scammed, potentially fought by their bizarrely erratic bouncer, and kicked out without a moments noticeits a toss-up. Save some room for dessert and the rich, moist chocolate cake, which is also available in the form of a milkshake. Everyone loves Italian: Chicago's obsessed with Italian restaurants kicked off at the end of 2013 with the Gold Coast's stunning Nico Osteria and Venetian-inspired Cicchetti (now closed) and kept momentum throughout 2014. The second time I went I was reluctant but prepared to see it with new eyes, but every surface was grimy just like the first time I went. P: 630.864.5270,