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Curio Cafe, Chicago

Address 3400 North Lawndale Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618-5302 Map, Tel (773) 463-2233 Call, Website

Curio Cafe is off the proverbial beaten path, but it is a great little cafe that serves healthy, delicious, inexpensive dishes (not just sandwiches and bagels), often with local and organic ingredients. They also have a dedicated play area for kids with a little table and chairs and toys, so it is a great place to meet with other parents of little ones. It's family-run, family-friendly, and easy on the budget!