Being so close to Wisconsin, there are many die-hard cheese-lovers in this city. Everyone loves mozzarella sticks, and we found the best ones in the world right here in Chicago.

Crunchy, creamy, and made for dipping, these are the appetizers you know you love. Many Chicagoans base their restaurant choice on the app list, and these better be on there. Check ’em out:

Check out Chicago's most dynamite appetizer. These mozzarella sticks are more like bricks, and you'll be craving them even after one bite.
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Order them at Roots, which is in the East Village. The eatery serves lunch and dinner daily, and is open from 11 a.m. to midnight or later on weekends.
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Patrons are drawn here by more than just the food. The beautiful interior includes upscale seating and an extensive, full bar stocked with more than 70 Midwest brews. There is also space for parties of all sorts.
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Patrons may also enjoy the majestic outdoor patio seating. You will feel like you're dining in a garden here.
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Now back to those homemade mozzarella sticks. They are made with garlic-herbed bread crumbs and housemade fresh cheese. These award-winning sticks are the most popular item on the appetizer list — and maybe even then entire menu!
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The restaurant is also known for serving up Quad City-style pizza. This lesser-known Illinois pie has a nutty flavor to the crust, somewhat spicy sauce, and the toppings are baked under the cheese. Additionally, the pizza is cut into strips.
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This eatery also serves epic desserts you'll have to save room for. It's worth going home with a small belly ache for this masterpiece.
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Here's one last look at these amazing cheese sticks. Other appetizers include garlic monkey bread, fried jumbo shrimp, and panza sticks, but you may never get to them because of these beauties.
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Roots Pizza is located in the city at 1924 W Chicago Avenue, and you can get more information on its website or Facebook page.

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