Explore on your own or check out some of our favorite spots:

- Shank & Bone: Fresh Vietnamese spot in North Park (Shan's favorite).

- Azuki sushi: Downtown.

- Quixote: Upscale Mexican restaurant and mezcaleria in University Heights (in the Lafayette Hotel).

- Seneca trattoria: Italian, downtown.

- Kindred: Upscale vegan and cocktails. South Park.

- Maya Moon: Cafe in Normal Heights.

- Thai Time: North Park.

- Part Time Lover: Speakeasy in North Park.

- Sycamore Den: Cocktail lounge in Normal Heights.

- Blind Lady Ale House: Brewery in Normal Heights.

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