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Where to Eat in Chicago After Getting Pierced or Shopping Jewelry at Identity Body Piercing
Aug
One of the best things about getting a new piercing or picking out fresh jewelry is celebrating afterward — and in Chicago, there’s no shortage of amazing spots to grab a bite. With Identity Body Piercing studios in Wicker Park and Roscoe Village, you’re already surrounded by some of the city’s best neighborhoods for food and drink. Here’s our guide to where to eat after your appointment — whether you’re keeping it casual or making it a night out.
🌮 Wicker Park
Big Star – Famous for tacos and margaritas, perfect for a laid-back post-piercing snack.
Dove’s Luncheonette – Retro diner vibes with soulful Southern-Mexican fare.
Paradise Park – A fun place to gather with friends for drinks, pizza.
🍕 Bucktown
Club Lucky – Old-school Italian cooking & martinis in a mid-century-themed supper-club setting with a lounge.
Piece Brewery & Pizzeria – A local favorite for New Haven-style pizza and craft beer.
The Perch Kitchen and Tap – Trendy grill eatery for craft beers, cocktails & elevated bar bites in an industrial-chic setting.
🍔 Roscoe Village
Kitsch’n on Roscoe – Funky comfort food brunch spot.
Volo Wine Bar – Cozy patio and small plates, great for a chill evening.
🍳 West Town
Beatnik – Global flavors in a vibrant, artsy space.
Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery – Industrial-chic spot for unusual house beer made from botanicals, plus creative gastropub plates.
🥟 Ukrainian Village
Shokolad Pastry & Café – Eastern European comfort food and cakes.
Tryzub – Modern Ukrainian dining with a festive atmosphere.
🍜 Lakeview
Barcocina Lakeview – Modern takes on classic Mexican fare plus tequila, margaritas & sangria in rustic-industrial digs.
Crisp – Chicago’s go-to for Korean fried chicken.
DMK Burger Bar – Juicy burgers with creative toppings.
🥗 Lincoln Park
Summer House Santa Monica – Bright, California-inspired eats.
Alinea – For a bucket-list dining experience, one of the world’s top restaurants.
Armitage Alehouse – Upscale operation with a lavish old-world-pub theme serving hearty dinners, plus weekend breakfasts.
🥩 West Loop & Fulton Market
Au Cheval – Legendary burgers worth the hype.
Girl & the Goat – A Chicago icon with globally inspired small plates.
Aba – Posh destination for elevated Mediterranean fare and cocktails, plus a lounge-style rooftop patio.
🍣 River North
Sunda – Upscale Asian fusion.
RPM Italian – Chic vibes with modern Italian classics.
Quartino Ristorante – Bustling, bi-level space where groups go for small & large plates plus cocktails & carafes of wine.
🥖 Andersonville
Little Bad Wolf – Known for epic burgers and craft cocktails.
Lost Larson – Scandinavian bakery with some of the best pastries in the city.
Hopleaf – Creative Belgian-focused eats go with loads of brews at this lively hang that’s 21 & older only.
🍺 Lincoln Square
The Warbler – Stylized diner pairing New American & vegetarian eats with bird-themed cocktails & draft beers.
HopLeaf – Belgian-inspired beer bar with stellar mussels and frites.
🌮 Pilsen
Carnitas Uruapan – Legendary spot for authentic carnitas.
HaiSous – Vietnamese flavors with a modern twist.
🍺 Bridgeport
Maria’s Packaged Goods & Community Bar – Craft beer and cocktails with a neighborhood vibe.
The Duck Inn – Retro-inspired place with creative duck dishes & other American eats plus cocktails & local beers.
🍕 Avondale
Parachute – Michelin-starred Korean-American creativity.
Kuma’s Corner – Heavy metal vibes and massive burgers.
Honey Butter Fried Chicken – Quick-serve outfit furnishes fried poultry, craft beer & cocktails in rustic digs with a patio.
🥢 Chinatown
MingHin Cuisine – Dim sum favorite.
Lao Sze Chuan – Famous for fiery Sichuan dishes.
🍷 Gold Coast
Maple & Ash – Upscale steakhouse perfect for a night out.
Somerset – Stylish American dining inside the Viceroy Hotel.
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse – An iconic steakhouse. Surf ‘n’ turf staple offering a classic menu & an extensive wine list in an upscale setting.
🍸 Ravenswood
Spacca Napoli – Authentic Neapolitan pizza.
Half Acre Brewery Balmoral Taproom – Craft beer with a casual vibe.
🍲 Uptown
Sun Wah BBQ – Iconic Chinese BBQ, famous for Peking duck.
Demera – Flavorful Ethiopian food, perfect for sharing.
Make It a Day with Identity Body Piercing
Whether you’re stopping in for a new piercing, a tooth gem, or jewelry styling, there’s no better way to celebrate your look than enjoying a meal at one of Chicago’s incredible restaurants. With studios in Wicker Park and Roscoe Village, Identity Body Piercing is your first stop—then head out to explore the flavors of Chicago.
🕛 Open daily 12pm – 8pm