Tucking into a plate piled with barbecue is a messy pleasure. The experience is comforting and complex—not unlike the people sharing in it. At Soul & Smoke, we treat barbecue with the reverence it deserves. We are consumed with the details: the meat-to-bone ratio on our ribs, the creaminess of our mac and cheese, and the combination of spices in Chef Carter’s signature sauce. And as a classically trained chef, he’s primed with the palate and patience to pull those nourishing, heart-warming barbecue flavors from the smoke. We pour our soul into this food, because barbecue is a craft worthy of devotion. It’s the food we want to eat, and the food we love to cook. Let us tend to the comfort food so you can focus on the people sharing it.

Address: 3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618

Phone: (773) 648-7610

Doner kebabs, rice bowls & craft beer are featured at this Dungeons & Dragons–inspired hangout. We are a food truck that opened a bar. Located in East Avondale and proud to be a favorite for locals to meet friends for a drink or dinner as well as delivering döner. We play pinball, Nintendo, Super Nintendo and Atari in the back while album sides of vinyl spins in the front. Our food truck style kitchen serves Chicago style Döner Kebab, CurryWurst, Poutine and Bar Snacks. A chill atmosphere where you can eat and drink at your pace. Back room available for D&D groups, Magic tournaments, boards games and more.

Address: 2849 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Phone: (773) 961-8757

Hip restaurant with a bar & a patio presenting a weekly set menu of avant-garde provisions & wine. Nightly four-course prix fixe of ingredient focused American cuisine with an emphasis on domestic natural wine.

Address: 3472 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Phone: (773) 692-2192

Corner pub with traditional Irish decor, food & music plus garden seating & a huge drink list. Rated "4 Forks" by the Chicago TribuneRated "Best Pub". Since 1999, Chief O’Neill’s has had the privilege of serving Chicagoland as well as many people from around the world. A Pub, Restaurant and Banquet facility with a majestic garden area and private rooms for you to choose from when hosting your next event. With pride, we give the hands on attention to every detail when helping you plan your special event making it an occasion to remember. We customize parties of 25 to 300 guests.Hosting Birthday Parties, Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal and Baby Showers, Weddings and Communions. Chief O’Neill’s has a well earned reputation for great food, extensive bar service in a wonderful atmosphere and an accommodating attitude.

Address: 3471 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Phone: (773) 583-3066

Mis Moles is a vibrant restaurant offering authentic, contemporary Mexican food and Mexico’s energy of the markets that are so important to Mexican culture. The menu combines traditional family recipes, seasonal ingredients, and a modern sensibility to create soulful dishes. Guest will see centuries-old tortilla making on display as well as crushed-to-order table side guacamole. The menu features, appetizers and entrees that pay homage to Mexico’s distinctive regional flavors. The tequila bar offers an extensive craft cocktail, Mezcal, beer and wines selection. Mole, from the Náhuatl word, molli, literally meaning “concoction” or “mixture,” is a word that describes a whole genre of sauces.

Address: 3661 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Phone: (773) 604-8500

Burger bar and restaurant in Irving Park.

Address: 3734 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618

Phone: (773) 961-7558