South Chicago

Spots We Love

A family-run counter-serve institution since 1947 famous for golden fried shrimp, chicken, and a cult-favorite hot sauce that has defined the neighborhood's flavor for nearly 80 years.

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An extraordinary 300 acres of natural area featuring eco-recreational opportunities – birding, hiking, mountain biking, and paved bike paths – that stands out as one of the best green spaces on the Southeast Side of Chicago.

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In a mostly industrial neighborhood, L & G's offers the hard-to-find experience of unpretentious American comfort food that you can rely on.

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