The Chicago Marathon Food Guide for Cardio Lovers and Haters
Thousands of runners will converge on the city this weekend for the Chicago Marathon on Sunday. As many long distance runners will tell you, carbs are an essential part of pre- and post-run routines. And they’re tasty for those of us who prefer just to watch. So we brought in Allison Yates, founder of Read & Run Chicago to learn her favorite places for pasta, pastries, and all the delicious carbs in between!
Whether you’re a runner, a supporter, or just passing by, here are some of the best carbs in Chicago — on and off the marathon route.
- Old Fashioned Donuts
- Lost Larson
- Swadesi Cafe
- Fry the Coop
- Ina Mae
- Ramen Wasabi
- Cafe Tola
- 5411 Empanadas
- BienMeSabe
- Smoke Daddy
- Chia Chai
- Xoco
- Steingold's
- Cozy Noodles & Rice
- Happy Lamb
- Ann Sather
- Bombay Eats
- Pompei
- Los Comales
- La Luna
- 5 Rabanitos
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