Isla Pilipina
4.3
from - Neighborhood: Lincoln Square
- 2501 W. Lawrence Ave., Unit D
- Chicago, IL 60625
- 773-271-2988
- Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
This simple Lincoln Square Filipino spot, which the owner calls “the world’s smallest restaurant,” feels oceans away from Chicago. We doubt it’s the smallest—the dining room seats about 28—but it is awfully quaint, with bright white tablecloths and napkins folded to resemble flowers. The authentic Filipino menu offers the basics, including chicken adobo and pancit dishes, as well as some Spanish-inspired additions such as paella and deep-fried pork belly. Mongo, a stew of mung beans, shrimp, tomatoes and watercress, is a good option if you’re looking to branch out. Isla Pilipina is BYOB and most entrees are less than $10.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Lawrence and Campbell Avenues
- Parking:
- Street
- Public Transportation:
- Brown Line "L" stops: Western, Rockwell; CTA bus: Lawrence-81, Western-49
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday
- Cuisine:
- Filipino and Spanish
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15)
- Alcohol:
- BYOB. No corkage fee.
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Payment Methods:
- Cash, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 28.
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"Great Place!"
By lisalisa314 from craigin, March 20, 2009
The rstrnt was small, but well maintained and decorated. The food was excellent and the service was fast. It is also great that thay have BYOB!
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