One of Chicago's many virtues is its sandwich game, and L&M sits at the top of the short list!…read more The shop doubles as a specialty foods store selling hard to find items, with a standalone station carving up fresh meats and assembling the sandwiches. I appreciated that they have ample seating room for eating them at maximum freshness. We ordered the turkey & Brie and roast beef sandwiches. The bread was super fresh with the perfect crunch and chew. No ingredients were skimped upon with the perfect balance of flavors. I loved how the crunchy apple contrasted the slab of Brie on the turkey sandwich, and the roasted garlic aioli brought a great savory balance. The roast beef sandwich was pretty spicy and I loved the slight smokiness of the provolone. We left very satisfied and with leftovers. I would 100% stop by again in a heartbeat and absolutely recommend paying a visit!

Located right across the street from Wells Park sits an unassuming deli, and hidden gem in the…read moreRavenswood neighborhood. I stopped in here after seeing posts on social media and I was not disappointed. I ate two of what quite possibly may be some of the best sandwiches I have ever had. The turkey and brie sandwich is out of this world. It has a smokey taste to which is supplemented by the subtle taste thinly sliced Granny Smith apples. The porchetta sandwich is perfectly salty and has perfect portions of meat, greens and fried capers. Both sandwiches are served on the default, fresh ciabatta bread. A true hidden gem, though likely not for long.

The French ham and cheese sandwich is superb. I'll swing back again some day to peruse the wine…read moreand cheese selection.

Great addition to the neighborhood! I think they are still working out a few things! I'd appreciate…read moreif they labeled all of the goods (ex. The pickles). Hoping this place because a nice place for grab and go items like wine and snacks.

Paulina has it all - my limited experience is with the sandwiches. Fantastic IMO. They can get…read morehuge, so think about what you really want on each one. Full range butcher shop has everything you need, including the veg and drinks you need as well. Nice folks working there and it's a well organized and clean space. Five stars for sure.

I am heading back to Chicago and already planning to Do my…read moreshopping at Paulina's. I am meat and dairy, carnivore, and this is my favorite spot. Christmas my family of 17 met in Lincoln Park, I placed an order with Paulina's; they took care of all. From Franks to Tenderloin they have the best. Thank you guys!!

I was there last week and I was blown away by how good it was…read more They have *SO* much stuff its amazing. I live in San Francisco and we have a small community here but we have nothing like this shop. I am ready to ask for mail order sausages from them! If you're thinking about it, go now!

Having lived in Old Irving Park most of my life and being of Polish descent, I can really…read moreappreciate all the fantastic delights in this 2-store front delicatessen. When you 1st enter this amazing shop, you are meet by amiable bouquet. Don't forget to get your Rye Bread and Hand Rolled Amish Butter. Fresh produce and assorted cheese and dairy. Hot ready to eat foods and a long case full of recognizable and new favorites to try. Head Cheese anyone.

A wonderful supermarket full of delicious Central Asian Food attached to the Arzan Cafe next door…read more Highly recommended!

I have bought in both one of the Chicago stores as well as on line. I have been very pleased with…read moreall of my purchases. Of all the online meat purveyors they have the best prices as well as the lowest shipping costs.

Wild fork is amazingly fabulous! We love the quality of their products. The selection is amazing…read more Beef bison lamb chicken pork seafood side dishes etc. A5 wagyu yup. Etc etc They have it all and also for great price. The staff is very friendly and it's easy to get in and out quickly. This location is my favorite in Chicago!

What a great lil spot! Some friends brought me here for one of their Thursday evening wine…read moretastings, and I was blown away by how unique, delicious and reasonably priced they all were. I remember trying a summery white wine I liked, and have since gotten a great juicy red bottle. While wine is their main thang, they also have a nice looking selection of gin, whiskey, bourbon and more. They have a bunch of Italian dry good items, as well as charcuterie items like gourmet crackers and local chocolates... plus there's a freezer full of Jeni's ice cream. I haven't had a chance to try their cheeses yet, but will definitely come back for that! Overall love the product offering and the knowledgeable staff, so will be picking up wine from here from now on.

A wonderful shop that has a terrific selection of charcuterie fixings and a smart selection of…read morewines. Knowledgeable staff. A fun place to get inspired.

My wife and I always enjoy coming to this store. There's a great variety of choices, and the people…read morewho work here are consistently wonderful. Yesterday, Basil went above and beyond--he was incredibly kind and friendly when I accidentally spilled my coffee, and he immediately offered to replace it on the house. Excellent service all around.

I was visiting Chicago this past weekend and wanted to grab a quick bite of food after my scalp…read moremassage (also down the street from here, highly recommend!) I really wish there were more fresh markets in my area because the store was clean and beautifully decorated. I went to get poke (a bit expensive almost $18) for a standard 2 protein bowl. The person working the counter was very sweet though.

Still an amazing spot! We came here on an afternoon and enjoyed quiet bar service. We went with 3…read morecheese and 2 meat build of our charcuterie board. Loved all the cheeses and they were complimented with fig, strawberry and a citrus butter that was mesmerizing. I also can't say enough about the friendly service. The staff made great recommendations and answered all our questions.

I ADORE the Beautiful Rind. It is truly the jack of all trades of a business, operating not only as…read morea restaurant, but also a store for all your charcuterie needs and a space offering a diverse array of educational, fun, and unique classes. The staff there is truly into their craft and provide the best time for all their services. I finally got to try their sandwiches after years of coming for their charcuteries and various classes (all of which you truly cannot go wrong with), and they were to die for. We split their classic grilled cheese and the TBB and they were both nothing short of phenomenal. The grilled cheese comes with tomato soup which was delicious, and you're able to choose a side for all their sandwich options (we chose arugula salad, which was perfectly lemony). My one and only suggestion would be to offer a toasted option for the TBB sandwich, but it was also truly great as is - I would definitely get both again! Also a random rec but they carry a pretty hard to find red sparkling wine that is AMAZING - Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco Amaible, must try!

Walked in today to explore goodie bag options for a party I'm having next month. What a quaint,…read morecharming little store. The owner couldn't have been more helpful or sweet.

I usually have to visit a place more than once before I review, but I had such a nice time at Dizzy…read moreCow today and was surprised to see so few comments on Yelp! This is a cute space with LOTS of nostalgic candy. I picked up several items I remember enjoying at my grandmother's house when I was a kid, including gummi rings, violet mints, wafer saucers, and more. The owner is a delight to talk to, and everything is very reasonably priced. Dizzy Cow also has small gifts (mostly for kids.) There are toys, lip balms, little craft kits... lots of things you'd want if you were on your way to a niece or nephew's house or a babysitting gig. I picked out an ice cream-shaped bath loofah for my sister, and the owner went WAY above and beyond, wrapping it with ribbon, a sticker, and a sweet little bubble blower for free. Wow! I heard Dizzy Cow does goodie bags. I will definitely be asking after them the next time I am tasked with hosting a party at my job. When I was done shopping, the owner also recommended a store down the block, which I went to and enjoyed. North Center's small business owners clearly know and love each other. :)