It's been said that a monkey's paw has the power to grant wishes, which probably would have resulted in fewer pawless monkeys, if only... more
Par Lounge (now closed)
Owned by two UIC grads, this laid-back, musically eclectic spot (funk/hip hop/rock/soul/disco) just exited its perpetual soft opening and brought in an ex-Alhambra Palace/Souk chef to punch up the menu. Starting Friday, small plates like braised lamb rib w/ pomegranate & date molasses and fried calamari w/ 7-spice blend & preserved lemon aioli draw influence from the Middle East, the Mediterranean, and North Africa -- close your eyes for a Pepsi Challenge of countries you've never visited.
Par Lounge (Emailed on March 12, 2008)
1415 N Milwaukee Ave, at Wood St; Wicker Park; 773.252.6410
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