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Banana Leaf The menu at this neighborhood restaurant consists mainly of Thai dishes but also contains a few Chinese and Japanese dishes. 3811 N. Southport 773.883.8683 Bar Celona This Spanish-style bar and grill serves tapas too. 3474 North Clark 773.244.8000 BrownstoneTavern & Grill   3937 N. Lincoln (at Irving) 773.528.8226 Cafe Avanti  This quaint coffee house is host to neighborhood regulars and is a great place to hang out. 3714 N. Southport 773.880.5959 Cafe 28 Cuban Cuisine 1800 W. Irving Park 773.528.2883 Cesar's 3166 N. Clark 773.248.2835 killermargaritas.com Coobah  Coobah is a hip, unpretentious, hidden little spot located on Southport in Chicago. The food is an incredible fusion of flavors from Spain, Cuban, Brazil & the Philippines. 3423 N. Southport 773-528-2220 coobah.com M. Henry Brunch, lunch 5707 N. Clark 773.561.1600 Joey's Brickhouse American Cuisine 1258 W. Belmont 773.296.1300 Kaze Japanese for Wind 2032 W. Roscoe 773.327.4860 Kirkwood Bar & Grille  2934 N. Sheffield (at Oakdale) 773.770.0700 Kit Kat  This hip eatery Features an eclectic Asian-influenced menu served 3700 N. Halsted 773.525.1111 Matsuya An upscale trendy sushi bar popular among young professionals. 3469 N. Clark 773.248.2677 Mia Francesca's This spot features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and thesurrounding areas of Tuscany. 3311 N. Clark 773.281.3310 Once apon a Thai Traditional Thai cuisine in a Thai setting. 3705 N. Southport 773.935.9086 The Outpost  A small casual eatery with a menu made up of tastes from around the world. 3438 N. Clark at Sheffield 773.244.1166 Pangea American Eclectic 1935 W. Irving Park 773.665.1340 Pepper Lounge  A swank late night supper club providing international and eclectic cuisine 3441 N. Sheffield 773.665.7377 Penny's Noodle Shop One of three locations serving Thai cuisine in a casual setting. 3400 N. Sheffield 773.281.8222 Pompei Fresh Baked Pizza 2955 N. Sheffield 773. 325.1900 Raw Bar Fresh Seafood 3720 N. Clark 773.348.7961 Rise Sushi & Saki Lounge A modern, stylish sushi bar. 3401 N. Southport 773.525.3535 Satay Global Cuisine 936 W. Diversey 773.477.0100 Schoolyard Tavern & Grill  3258 N. Southport (at School) 773.528.8226 Socco French-Italian Cuisine 3301 N. Clark 773.248.1155 Sopo Casual American 3418 N. Southport 773.348.0100 Square Kitchen Casual, New American Cuisine 4600 N. Lincoln 773.751.1500 Tango Sur A romantic candlelit cafe serving delicious Argentinean cuisine 3763 N. Southport 773.477.5466 Tie Me Up Noodles Asian/Thai Cuisine 434 W. Diversey 773.404.1145 Tuscany on Clark  This Phil Stefani restaurant is a comfortable trattoria featuring Northern Italian fare. 3700 N. Clark 773.404.7700 Twisted Spoke Burgers, Brunch and Drinks 3365 N. Clark 773.525.5300 Yoshi's Cafe Enjoy fine dining and an eclectic menu for less at this popular neighborhood spot. 3257 N. Halsted 773.248.6160