When you live in a downtown Chicago condo, you are surrounded by the urban center of the third largest city in the country. During the spring, summer and fall, it seems like there is no end to activities, festivals and events to get you out of your condo. When winter rolls around, there is still a ton to do, but the chilly Chicago weather keeps some people inside.

But you can warm up and enjoy some time outside of your condo with a comforting meal, especially if you live downtown! What could be better on a cold winter day than gathering with a buddy or two, sitting around a table for a long lunch or dinner and filling yourself with hot, hearty grub? Chicago has a blossoming, cutting edge culinary scene, but that scene was built on what Chicago does best– comfort food. After all, isn’t the Midwest known for good ol’ meat and potatoes?

Here are our favorite places to pick up warm comfort food near downtown Chicago condos:

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