Nicknamed the Windy City, Chicago, Illinois, is a major city in the United States that was founded in 1833. With its rich history of the Prohibition Era during the 1920s and many Polish settlers, Chicago has a unique ambiance of its own that shows through the cuisine, architecture and local art. Take in a bit of 1950's nostalgia by visiting one of Chicago's many diners and restaurants serving classic American fare in a mid-20th-century setting.
This 24-hour Chicago diner has several locations throughout Chicago. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner all day and night, Clarke's offers a fairly large and diverse menu with salads, Mexican and Asian fare, pizzas, sandwiches, burgers and vegetarian options. Start your day with pancakes, waffles or omelets--all with different toppings and variations. Enjoy a late night snack or milk shake. Casual dress is acceptable at this moderately-priced restaurant.
Clarke's Diner
2441 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 472-3662
clarkesdiner.com
Roller-skating waitresses, 1950's memorabilia and waitresses dancing on the counter tops, Ed Debevic is sure to take you back to the hopping 1950's. Located in downtown Chicago, this popular establishment has been open since 1984. Dine on typical diner fare such as hamburgers, chili, sandwiches and hot dogs. Enjoy a fountain shake, beer or wine to complement your generous meal. Choose from a variety of desserts including Oreo pie. Casual dress is acceptable for this vibrant diner with reasonable prices.
Ed Debevic's
640 N. Wells St.
Chicago, Il 60620
(312) 664-1707
eddebevics.com
This lively, 1950's style bar and grill serves an extensive menu of burgers, paninis, wraps and salads. Dine on shepherd's pie, patty melts and turkey reuben. Hamburger Mary's also brews its own beer. If you are a fan of deep-fried desserts, look no further. Try deep-fried Twinkys, brownies or peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Ask about daily specials and enjoy the sports bar in the 'Rec Room' and karaoke and live music in The Attic. Casual dress is acceptable at this reasonably-priced restaurant.
Hamburger Mary's
5400 N Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 784-6969
hamburgermarys.com
This Chicago institution opened in 1948 serving pure beef red hots, sandwiches, fries and milk shakes. Try the dish that made it famous--the superdawg, an all-beef red hot on a poppy seed bun with all the fixings. Revisit the 1950's nostalgia and order through the drive-thru or enjoy your meal at the car hop. With two locations in Chicago, Superdawg offers two different style restaurants for your enjoyment. Casual dress is perfect for this relatively inexpensive, 1950's style establishment.
Superdawg
6363 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 763-0660
superdawg.com
