1. BiXi Beer
Logan Square
Taking inspiration everywhere from Vietnam to the streets of Chengdu, this bilevel Asian-minded brewpub strays deliciously from tradition. We love the spicy fried chicken sandwich on a Japanese milk bun, and chile oil-slicked yibin-style belt noodles (PSA: cut before eating; they’re quite long). Wash it down with the Ghost of Mega Mall, a citrusy, hazy IPA, or grab a growler and beer-brat banh mi to go with BiXi’s special Blockside to-go menu.
Dining status: Patio seating available; also delivery and carryout.