Best of Chicago 2023 Nominees

At the end of every year, The Chicago Reader invites residents of Chicago to cast their votes for the city’s finest offerings! In 2022, more than 20 businesses in Lakeview East received awards, and we’re hoping for even more wins for 2023. Congratulations to all the LVE nominees! To contribute to more victories for Lakeview East and its deserving small businesses, please click the link below to cast your vote.

See all the Lakeview East businesses nominated listed below!

Best Mexican Restaurant: Cesar’s Killer Margaritas

Best Thai Restaurant: Cozy Noodles n’ Rice
Best Seafood Restaurant: Half Shell
Best Desserts: Cesar’s Killer Margaritas
Best Wine Shop: BottlesUp!

Best Venue for Hip Hop: Metro

Best Venue for Dance Music: Smartbar

Best Dance Party: Nocturna at Metro
Best Venue for Rock Music: Metro
Best Music Venue: Metro
Best Established Bar: Gman Tavern
Besy Gay Bar: Roscoe’s, Sidetrack, Scarlet
Best Neighborhood Bar: Gman Tavern
Best Dive Bar: L & L Tavern
Best Hotel Bar: Alma
Best Sports Facility: Wrigley Field
Best Open Mike: Annoyance Theatre & Bar

Best Dance Studio or Training Program: Newport Theater

Best Venue for Dance: Newport Theater
Best Venue to See Drag: Roscoe’s Tavern, Newport Theater
Best Venue for Stand-Up: Laugh Factory
Best Venue for Improv: Annoyance Theatre and Bar
Best Movie Theater: Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Best Theater Training Program: Annoyance Theatre & Bar, The Newport Theater

Best Venue for Theater: Newport Theater

Best Theater Bar or Lobby: Annoyance Theatre & Bar

Best Bicycle Shop: Johnny Sprockets

Best Board Game Store: Bonus Round Game Cafe

Best Comic Store: Graham Crackers Comics

Best Hair Salon: Ingmar James Salon

Best Place to Get Pictures Framed: Foursided
Best Place to Buy Men’s Clothing: CRAM Fashion

Best Local Clothing Designer: Richard Dayhoff

Best Dancewear Shop: Wear Moi

Best Cooking Classes: Get In the Kitchen

Best Sex Toy Shop: Egor’s Dungeon