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Best Bet
- Retail:
BONNIE
& CLYDE'S BOUTIQUE
1751
W. Division St.
773.235.2680
www.bonnie-clydes.net
 In its short history has burst
onto the Chicago retailing scene with impressive flair and has
become one of the city's premier lifestyle boutique, specializing
in one of a kind, rare, and hard to find jewelry, literature,
art, and fashion for both men and women. Some of the clothing
lines they carry include Cosa Nostra by Project Runway
winner Jeffrey Sebelia, Andrea Palombini, Ivan Grundahl, Linda
Loudermilk, Roberta Oaks, Tankus, European Culture, Cassaves,
Takumi, Just Another Rich Kid, Maison Bibliotheque, Junker, and
Elmer Ave. Additionally, shopping at Bonnie & Clyde's is
a joyous exercise thanks to a as the stuff that is super professional
and friendly.
Other Good
Bets:
The Silver
Room
1442 N. Milwaukee
Ave. 773.278.7130
www.thesilverroom.com
This jewelry boutique - which is also known to hosts special
community events - offers artistic jewelry, hats, bags, sunglasses
and locally designed T-shirts in an airy and expansive shop.
The walls are decked with a monthly rotation of artwork, there's
a retro photo booth near the entrance, and Douglas John, one
of the nation's premier piercers, is on hand for body modifications
by appointment.
Marc by Marc
Jacobs
1714
N. Damen Ave. 773.276.2998
www.marcjacobs.com
Housing the Marc by Marc Jacobs line, a less expensive subset
of the main brand this decidedly downscale outpost features both
very inexpensive accessories including leather bracelets, plastic
rings, fingerless gloves, and the most important of accessories:
condoms. Further up the price spectrum, they also a offer polo
shirts, argyle sweaters, and a wide variety of shoes, from $11
flip-flops to $400 loafers.
Best Bet
- Dining:
CLUB LUCKY
1824
W. Wabansia Ave.
773.227.2300
www.clubluckychicago.com
 This
1940s-style supper club and cocktail lounge has been thriving
in Wicker Park for decades, specializing in Sicilian cuisine
served in generous portions and reasonable prices. More than
just a neighborhood institution, Club Lucky attracts diners from
all over the city who desire a high-quality Italian meal. In
addition to homemade lasagna and ravioli, veal parmigiana, and
traditional shrimp scampi, patrons also flock to Club Lucky to
partake of their signature drink: "The Killer Martini"
that's made with all types of premium vodkas and gins and garnished
with jumbo olives that are hand-stuffed with blue cheese or anchovies.
Other Good
Bets:
The Smoke
Daddy
1804
W. Division St. 773.772.6566
www.thesmokedaddy.com
Arguably one of the best barbeque restaurants in the city, Smoke
Daddy offers ribs in both the spare and baby back avariety, three
different types of pulled meats (chicken, beef brisket, and pork),
and flavorful side dishes such as macaroni & cheese, sweet
potato fries, and corn bread. And to top it all off, they have
a Southern Fried Apple Pie on the menu that deserves placement
in the Dessert Hall of Fame.
Flash Taco
1570
N. Damen Ave. 773.772.1997
www.flashtaco.com
This may be the classiest late-night taco stand in town with
a menu that's filled with the usual suspects: tacos, burritos,
tostadas, nachos, quesadillas, and tortas. And to wash all these
tasty treats down: horchatas and milkshakes.
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