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SOUTHPORT—Banh Mi Ba Get, the new casual Vietnamese spot from a former Banh Mi & Co. partner, opens tomorrow at 3458 N. Southport. Expect Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches and other casual food and drink. [EaterWire]
SKOKIE—The newest M Burger opened Thanksgiving eve at 3654 W. Touhy Avenue in Skokie. Look for the same selection of burgers, fries, shakes, plus a sundae bar and a drive-thru at LEYE's fast-casual burger spot. [EaterWire]
IRVING PARK—There's a new option for coffee drinks, French pastries, sandwiches, paninis and tostadas on the northwest side. Cafe Urbano opened November 24 at 4176 N. Elston, and is open everyday from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. [EaterWire]
Photo: Xi'an Cuisine
CHINATOWN—Xi'an Cuisine, an interesting yet inexpensive ode to the food of Northern China, quietly opened in October at 225 W. Cermak. Signature dishes include hand-stretched noodles and flatbreads. BYOB. [EaterWire]
LINCOLN PARK—Drinkers in Lincoln Park have a new firehouse-themed watering hole at 2270 N. Lincoln. Hook & Ladder has sports, 30 craft beers, and some cheap deals. [EaterWire]
WICKER PARK—The Den Theatre (1329 N. Milwaukee) now houses a separate coffee house and bar, named The Coffee Haven. There's throwback classy decor and seating in addition to small coffee, beer, wine and snack selections. [EaterWire]