James' place is in a neighborhood where we suburban kids would come out to be cool in high school. Fast forward over a decade later and this hood is still cool and way less seedy than it used to be when I was in high school. Lots of things are closeby and lots of great restaurants still around. NB my favorite Thai place is still around and still serving that yummy crispy pad see ew.
James is responsive. His place is tidy, but in an older building. Be aware that there are no elevators because of this. I am a loyal Cubs fan and loved being so close to Wrigley. I wish I could have stayed my full reservation but I got called back for work.