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www.irishbistro.com
3905 N. Lincoln Ave.
(773) 248-3905
I-GO Member offer: 10% off bill

Offering contemporary Irish cuisine in a traditional setting, Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro is the realization of an ambition long wished for by the late Jim Murphy, former proprietor of Wrigleyville’s popular bar, Murphy’s Bleachers. The beautifully renovated space, accommodating small and large parties, is the charming backdrop for Chef Jeanne Carlson’s upscale twists on Emerald Isle fare: ribs with whiskey marmalade barbecue sauce and blue cheese slaw, for instance, or potato gnocchi with butternut squash, chestnuts, chanterelle mushrooms, sage, and brown butter.

Pictured: Oat-crusted rainbow trout

2645 N. Kedzie Ave.
773-395-0505
I-GO Member offer: 10% off order (dine in only Sunday to Thursday)

This tiny, colorful, family-owned Logan Square restaurant features homestyle Mexican fare and margaritas galore. House specialties include fish tacos, chile rellenos, carne asada, and coctel vuelve a la vida (oysters, octopus, and shrimp in cocktail sauce). In warmer months, a back patio springs to life with strung lights and a bar.

4613 N. Lincoln Ave.
(773) 271-4482
I-GO Member offer: Free small coffee or tea with purchase

Exposed-brick walls, fresh flowers and tall front windows give this Lincoln Square café a light, urban feel. In the morning, locals dash in to grab coffee on the way to the nearby train, giving way to a more laid-back crowd of lingering students and web surfers. The menu features an array of specialty coffee drinks, smoothies, and fancy sodas, plus popular plates of baked goods, salads, bagel sandwiches and a quiche of the day.

www.bistrocampagne.com
4518 N. Lincoln Ave. (773) 271-6100
I-GO Member offer: 10% off dinner for two people (applies only to tables of two)

Bistro Campagne is a warm and friendly neighborhood restaurant in the tradition of a true French bistro. Opened in summer of 2002 by owning partners Chef Michael Altenberg and Steven Schwartz, the restaurant offers a seasonally changing menu of classic bistro fare based on the best ingredients Chef Altenberg can find. His commitment to organic agriculture leads him to seek products from local organic farmers throughout our Midwestern growing season, and even from organic farms on the West Coast throughout winter. The setting is a charming blend of Prairie School-inspired décor and lively Gallic spirit. Adjacent to the dining room is a beautiful garden that is a favorite place to sit during the summer, full of flowers and trees, a mosaic fountain, and several cozy spots to lounge with an aperitif while waiting for a table.

1041 N. California Ave.
(773) 276-3149
I-GO Member offer: 15% off bill

Behind Maiz’s unassuming storefront facade lurks some seriously authentic, delicious Mexican fare. Killer mole, crepas de cajeta, sweet corn tamales, guacamole garnished with pomegranate seeds, properly mixed margaritas, and a tres leches cake that melts in your mouth. During the warm weather months, Maiz also offers a lovely, little patio in back.

www.emptybottle.com/bite
1039 N. Western Ave.
(773) 395-BITE
I-GO Member offer: 5% off bill

Indie rock stalwart Empty Bottle’s culinary sidekick features delicious, healthy, and cheap food served until the wee hours. Bite’s chefs also offer daily specials to die for, and a weekend brunch menu that’s equally as murderous.