Spending time in Old Irving Park? Get to know this Chicago neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a barbecue spot to an Italian restaurant.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Old Irving Park, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Smoque BBQ
Topping the list is Smoque BBQ, a spot to score barbecue and more. Located at 3800 N. Pulaski Road, Suite 2 between Avondale Avenue and Grace Street, it's the most popular business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 4,077 reviews on Yelp. Look for pulled pork, brisket and sausage on the menu.
2. Shokran Moroccan Restaurant
Next up is Moroccan spot Shokran Moroccan Restaurant, situated at 4027 W. Irving Park between Pulaski Road and Keystone Avenue. With 4.5 stars out of 441 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. On the menu, look for hummus, beet salad and tilapia.
3. Chicago Taco Authority
Chicago Taco Authority, a spot to score tacos and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 4219 W. Irving Park Road between Keeler and Tripp avenues, 4.5 stars out of 246 reviews. The menu features quesadillas, salsa and burritos.
4. Backlot Coffee
Backlot Coffee, a cafe that offers coffee, tea and doughnuts, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with five stars out of 86 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3982 N. Avondale Ave. between Kedvale Avenue and Irving Park Road to see for yourself. Look for green tea, cookies and banana bread on the menu.
5. La Villa Restaurant
Finally, check out La Villa Restaurant, which has earned four stars out of 587 reviews on Yelp. You can find the lounge and Italian spot, which offers pizza and more, at 3638 N. Pulaski Road between Waveland and Patterson avenues. Expect to see items like pasta, salads and desserts on the menu.
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