Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Dillman's
354 W Hubbard StMy favorite lounge/hangout for drinks/food/coffee, not just because it is 1 block away!
Erie Cafe
536 W Erie StBest outdoor garden patio by the river for lunch
La Scarola
721 W Grand AveOne of the best cozy Italian restaurants.
Brunch
644 N Orleans StVery nice place for breakfast/brunch.
Mercadito
108 W Kinzie StBest very hIgh-end Mexican food in town.
Best Sushi in the city. Ask to be seated outside by the river, weather permitting, or downstairs in the lounge.
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Japonais by Morimoto
600 W Chicago AveBest Sushi in the city. Ask to be seated outside by the river, weather permitting, or downstairs in the lounge.
Rebar on the mezzanine level and the terrace deck restaurant on the 16th floor. A must do!!
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Trump
401 N Wabash AveRebar on the mezzanine level and the terrace deck restaurant on the 16th floor. A must do!!
Ultra cool bar/restaurant. Great place to go for a bite and a drink after you exit the CTA train from O'hare.
730 W Grand Ave
730 West Grand AvenueUltra cool bar/restaurant. Great place to go for a bite and a drink after you exit the CTA train from O'hare.
Gilt Bar
230 W Kinzie StThis place has an exceptional menu, dark and romantic.
The Capital Grille
633 N St Clair StAGED STEAK!!, yum
Drinks & Nightlife
The Joynt On State
440 N State StNightlife: Upscale Jazz and Drinks
This entire block is filled with nightlife bars/restaurants
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Howl at the Moon Chicago
26 W Hubbard StThis entire block is filled with nightlife bars/restaurants
Untitled is really the name of the club. The place does not have a sign outside, just look for the black door. Once you enter it is a fabulous 1930's style nightlife/live music venue.
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Untitled Supper Club
111 W Kinzie StUntitled is really the name of the club. The place does not have a sign outside, just look for the black door. Once you enter it is a fabulous 1930's style nightlife/live music venue.
NV Penthouse Lounge
116 W Hubbard StSee and Be Scene.
The Mid
306 N Halsted StAsk for Angelica.
One of my favorite - "out of the city" hangouts. Great food, friendly staff, and the wine list is spectacular.
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Rootstock Wine & Beer Bar
954 North California AvenueOne of my favorite - "out of the city" hangouts. Great food, friendly staff, and the wine list is spectacular.
694 Wine & Spirits
694 N Milwaukee AveReally cool wine/food bar close by.
Very masculine it was previously a cigar bar, dinner and drinks by the fireplace on a plush couch. One of my favorites. Order the truffle popcorn even though its not on the menu.
The Bar at The Peninsula
108 East Superior StreetVery masculine it was previously a cigar bar, dinner and drinks by the fireplace on a plush couch. One of my favorites. Order the truffle popcorn even though its not on the menu.
Flatwater
321 N Clark Stfabulous view, drinks on the river
Everything Else
City Pool Hall & Sports Bar
640 W Hubbard StAbout 20 pool tables close by.
Chicago Union Station
225 S Canal StMetra and Amtrak
100 W Lake St
100 West Lake StreetMajor CTA Train Hub: All lines including Orange line to/from Midway.
Essentials
Jewel-Osco
3531 N BroadwayGrocery Store - walking distance.
Shopping
CVS
771 N Ogden AveNearest Drugstore.
Sightseeing
The Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore DrA must do in Chicago
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StIconic Park close to the art Institute museum of fine art
Museum of Contemporary Art
220 E Chicago AveAnother must see.
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveI could spend days here.
Arts & Culture
Kingston Mines
2548 N Halsted StExcellent informal blues/jazz location.
The Green Mill
4802 North BroadwayAnother excellent informal authentic blues/jazz location.