Exploring and Eating in Wicker Park, Chicago. A Great Neighborhood of Amazing Restaurants!

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I eat in and explore the Chicago neighborhood of Wicker Park. I have breakfast at Kasama, which is the world’s first, Michelin Starred Filipino restaurant. Then, I walk around the park of Wicker Park. Next, I showcase the speakeasy cocktail bar, The Violet Hour, which has won a James Beard Award and been listed among the best bars in the country. After that, I go for a walk on The 606 Trail before having lunch at Piece Brewery & Pizzeria, which is one of the best pizza restaurants in Chicago. Then, I shop at the massive used bookstore, Myopic Books. Finally, I have coffee at The Wormhole, an 80s themed coffee shop.
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@brandonwaagan2096 Жыл бұрын

I see a lot of similarities with NYC and Chicago. But at the same time Chicago is also very unique with it's own rich history and personality, distinct from any other city in the lower 48. Glad that we have James here, to introduce us to some many hidden gems within the city (bookstores, cafes, places of interest, etc). I have developed a newfound appreciation for Chicago thanks to your Chicago Video series. I enjoy that as much as your NYC videos 🙂. These videos help to reveal the true charm of Chicago, only a true local would know. Thanks again James!

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate it! While I call NYC home now, Chicago will always be a special place to me. It's definitely a lot like NYC. I think anyone from New York would enjoy Chicago. It's really one of those cities that has pretty much anything one could want from food to culture.

@brandonwaagan2096 Жыл бұрын

@@Jamesnu Totally agree. Anyone that appreciates good food and culture, well Chicago and NYC is the place to be! And Los Angeles / San Francisco as a distant 3rd and 4th. But America as a whole is so diverse and hands down the most interesting country on Planet Earth.

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

@@brandonwaagan2096 Well said! Nothing compares to the richness and vast diversity that can be found across America!

@ramencurry6672 Жыл бұрын

In my opinion Chicago area has elements of NYC and Philly but the noticeable difference is that people are nicer so there’s that Midwest hospitality thrown in. In my opinion, the most fascinating thing about Chicago is the severe brutal winter where it literally feels like another planet. When Lake Michigan turns to ice, it’s very unique and beautiful

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

@@ramencurry6672 Yeah, the weather can be pretty intense at any time of the year. Indeed, when Lake Michigan freezes it's an epic sight!

@michaelalaimo3169 Жыл бұрын

This video was really well produced. You do such a great job shooting these solo. And your audio and video editing is quite good, too. Keep up the good work, James!

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I really appreciate it! I always try my best!

@PatriciaRoggero Жыл бұрын

❤❤❤your reviews look forward to new ones

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!!

@pizzareviewsonthego Жыл бұрын

I plan to visit Chicago someday in the near future and will definitely look for your Chicago videos for helpful references. I mainly drive up and down the east coast and have been around somewhat but I rarely ever fly because I dislike flying. I've flown to Italy and Mexico but I rarely leave the east coast. I think I'd be able to handle a quick 2 hour flight to Chicago and it's a pizza town that I just have to experience. Loved the video and your eloquent narration. Chicago is one of the top pizza cities in the world for sure.

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

Thank you! While I'm biased since I used to live there, I think Chicago is just one of the greatest cities. The food is amazing and it's a lot more than deep dish. It's also incredibly photogenic with the architecture and the museums are topnotch. You'll love the city!

@marshabailey1121 5 ай бұрын

I love a neighbourhood with a variety of coffee shops. I loved working in Liberty Village in the west end of downtown Toronto, where there were at least a dozen places to get coffee. An the Starbucks was conveniently nexty door to the LCBO (liquor store)...

@Jamesnu 5 ай бұрын

Same here! To me, a neighborhood with a variety of coffee shops is a sign that it's a great place to be.

@KEMET1971 10 ай бұрын

That pastry looks out of this world. Worth a trip to Chicago just for that.

@Jamesnu 10 ай бұрын

Absolutely! It was a really unique restaurant with a lot of great looking food!

@prestonradtke222 Ай бұрын

NYers: West Side neighborhoods like wicker park, Logan Square, West Loop are Brooklyn, and Lakeside neighborhoods like Lakeview, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park and the loop are Manhattan.

@Jamesnu Ай бұрын

I can see that.

@cocoaorange1 3 ай бұрын

I attended HS, Josephinum there in the 80's. Back then, it was primarily working class,but beginning to gentrify. I would love to visit the Filipino eatery and Wormhole.

@Jamesnu 3 ай бұрын

Nice! Yeah, the neighborhood has certainly changed, but I really enjoy it there!

@Ali-kj9zs Жыл бұрын

Hi.the video is normal & very good specially coffee.thanks

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Thanks for watching!

@s_przybylowicz Жыл бұрын

Looks like a great food day! It was surprising to see you consume such a reasonable-sized lunch.

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

It sure was! That was only because my breakfast was far larger than usual and I was at the pizza restaurant literally two hours after my first meal.

@2Wheels_NYC Жыл бұрын

So I've never been to Chicago, but I know it to be a huge foodie town! I need to get there! There was a restaurant called "Wicker Park" on the UES, E83 / Third. Don't know if it's still there. That breakfast looked absolutely phenomenal, and you're a coffee addict like me 😂 (my boss laughs at me, there's a tiny Sicilian restaurant next to my job, and I'll run and get a shot of espresso mid day... Now he's doing it too) Oh, I dig the aviator sunglasses!

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yeah, the food scene in Chicago is great! Like NYC, it has a bit of everything. Yeah, I can't live without coffee. I literally plan my day around when I usually drink coffee. I know what you mean about getting a shot of espresso in the middle of the day, my work would suffer if I didn't get my midday caffeine hit as well.

@tomahern8967 Жыл бұрын

Great video…. For a pie that’s a bit greasy, it surely looked amazing!

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yeah, healthy eating wasn't on my mind during this day, but the food sure was good!

@ChiokeMcRae Жыл бұрын

Piece is the best pizza in Chicago to me. Love it!

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

It's such an awesome restaurant!

@amyt2400 Жыл бұрын

You’re very lucky to be out of NYC - the smoke from the Quebec fires 🔥 has the entire city smelling like smoke! Enjoy time with your family! That Filipino breakfast looked nice!!! 👍🏽

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yeah, it was some great food! Unfortunately, I filmed this over a month ago and I'm back in NYC right now. It's definitely not the best day to go outside!

@amyt2400 Жыл бұрын

Be careful and get yourself an N95 mask.

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

@@amyt2400 Thank you! I'm going to be staying inside as much as possible. Stay safe as well!

@noahlam22 Жыл бұрын

A quick visit. Too short!

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I could only stay so long, but it was a nice trip, and I definitely will be back visiting again soon.

@robertsandberg3478 7 ай бұрын

Agree my favorite area too, ariound Milwaukee avenue its nice. I like too visit Chicago at summer play golf, goo too clubs my best friend have apartment at goldcoast long time agoo

@Jamesnu 7 ай бұрын

Nice! Chicago is an amazing city!

@johnzajac9849 9 ай бұрын

Suggestion: Please review the restaurant food at 5-star hotels in NYC, for example, The Plaza, Trump International Hotel, and The Pierre.

@Jamesnu 9 ай бұрын

I'll definitely try to visit some hotel restaurants. There are some really good ones in NYC.

@johnzajac9849 9 ай бұрын

@@Jamesnu 👍

@goodbyeseeyalater Жыл бұрын

Wicker park. What a armpit of a neighborhood. You better be careful out there.

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

I'm always careful no matter where I am. Luckily, I've never had any problems there.

@goodbyeseeyalater Жыл бұрын

@@Jamesnu I've had too many confrontations out there over the years. I prefer Humboldt park any day

@Jamesnu Жыл бұрын

@@goodbyeseeyalater Fair enough. I've enjoyed Humboldt Park as well.

@goodbyeseeyalater Жыл бұрын

@@Jamesnu I have a lot of beautiful and precious memories of Humboldt park. From the PR fest and parades I've gone to over the years. To feeding the birds at the lagoon and wondering the park while there was snow on the ground.