Photo courtesy of Chilam Balam
Chicago ranks as one of the top foodie towns in the country but sometimes all that flavorful excellence comes at a price. The Lakeview neighborhood is filled with chic and trendy restaurants that can be a little pricey but don’t worry.
This community also hosts eateries for folks who watch their budgets. Check out this list of spots to go for affordable meals. It’s not an exhaustive list but these are restaurants that have consistently served well-priced food.
Lakeview Cheap Eats
Cafe Tola; 3612 N. Southport. This cute pink shop serves up the fattest, most delicious empanadas in the city.
Chicken Hut: 3200 N. Broadway, A landmark Lakeview joint that serves up great rotisserie chicken and Greek dishes at budget prices.
Chilam Balam, 3023 N Broadway St, (773) 296-6901.
DMK Burger, 2954 N Sheffield Ave, (773) 360-8686.
Duke of Perth, 2913 N Clark St, (773) 477-1741. Two for one entrees on Monday, $13 fish fry on Wednesdays and Fridays. Anything coupled with (not cheap) single malt scotch. Perfect. Eat at the picnic tables out back.
Eggsperience Cafe, 3233 N. Broadway,
Half Shell, 676 W Diversey Pkwy, (773) 549-1773. Dark and dingy but good quality seafood and cold beer at reasonable prices.
Joy’s Noodle & Rice, 3257 N Broadway St, (773) 327-8330. This beloved spot offers an extensive menu of filling and cheap Thai dishes.
Penny’s Noodle Shop, 3400 N. Sheffield, (773) 281-8448.
Pizza Rustica Italian Bistro & Bar, 3908 N Sheridan Rd, (773) 404-8955.
Stella’s Diner: 3042 N. Broadway, A Lakeview staple that offers tasty diner dishes at reasonable prices.
Whole Foods, 3640 N Halsted St, (773) 472-0400, for a quick bite, the hot and cold bar can supply a reasonably priced meal.
