Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
90 Miles Cuban Cafe
2540 W Armitage AveBYOB with a fun atmosphere on the outdoor patio
Au Cheval
800 W Randolph StBest burger in the city??
Azteca Mexican Grill
3731 N Clark StLate night Mexican
Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits
2051 N California AvePie, biscuits, great outdoor patio
Bavette's Bar & Boeuf
218 W Kinzie StPopular, great food. Make a reservation!
Carnivale
702 West Fulton StreetLively Latin restaurant with a Mardi Gras feel inside
Pizza pot pies! Simple but delicious
115 Einheimische empfehlen
Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company
2121 North Clark StreetPizza pot pies! Simple but delicious
Coast Sushi Bar
2045 North Damen AvenueUnique sushi rolls; BYOB
Crisp
2940 N BroadwayBYOB Korean, known for chicken wings
Davanti Enoteca
1359 W Taylor StWonderful Italian restaurant in Little Italy
Do-Rite Donuts & Chicken
181 N Morgan StDonuts and famous fried chicken
Flo
1434 W Chicago AveMexican brunch
German deli/market with terrific rooftop serving German food and beer
91 Einheimische empfehlen
Gene's Sausage Shop and Delicatessen
4750 N Lincoln AveGerman deli/market with terrific rooftop serving German food and beer
Farmers market by Lake Michigan in Lincoln Park
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Green City Market Lincoln Park
1817 N Clark StFarmers market by Lake Michigan in Lincoln Park
Girl & The Goat
809 W Randolph StGreat small plates; make a reservation!
Happy Camper Pizzeria
1209 N Wells StWide range of pizzas, something for everyone!
Homeslice
938 W Webster AveWide range of pizzas, something for everyone!
Mindy’s HotChocolate
1623 N Damen AveBest desserts in the city!
Irazu Costa Rican Restaurant & Catering
1865 N Milwaukee AveBYOB Costa Rican
Most famous burgers in the city? Make your own mac n cheese too
152 Einheimische empfehlen
Kuma's Corner
2900 W Belmont AveMost famous burgers in the city? Make your own mac n cheese too
Miss Ricky's
203 N Wabash AveDiner with excellent fried chicken & waffles
New Rebozo
7403 Madison StBest Mexican in the Chicagoland area!
Pequod's Pizza
2207 North Clybourn AvenueChicago-style pizza with famous caramelized crust
Piece Brewery
1927 W North AveNew Haven-style pizza & beers brewed on site
RPM Italian
52 W Illinois StUpscale Italian with a good scene
Ruxbin
851 North Ashland AvenueContemporary fine dining in a casual setting; BYOB
Sable Kitchen & Bar
505 N State StGreat small plates and fantastic cocktails
Smoque BBQ
3800 N Pulaski RdBest BBQ in the city
Summer House Santa Monica
1954 N Halsted StGood food in a skylight courtyard
Sunda
110 W Illinois StPan-Asian cuisine
Tango Sur
3763 N Southport AveBYOB Argentine grill
Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern
1655 North Sedgwick StreetClassic Chicago BBQ spot
Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar
230 W Erie StJapanese dishes in a fun atmosphere
XOCO
65 N Clark StCasual Mexican joint by chef Rick Bayless
Yuzu Sushi & Robata Grill
1751 W Chicago AveExcellent sushi; BYOB
Yolk - River North
747 N Wells StBreakfast served all day
Yolk - South Loop
1120 S Michigan AveBreakfast served all day
Essentials
Good quality produce; staples are pricy here so stick to the fruits and veggies
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Treasure Island Foods
Good quality produce; staples are pricy here so stick to the fruits and veggies
Similar to Whole Foods in pricing and selection of products
64 Einheimische empfehlen
Plum Market Old Town
1233 N Wells StSimilar to Whole Foods in pricing and selection of products
FFC Old Town
1235 N LaSalle Dr Great gym
Entertainment & Activities
The Second City
230 W North AvePopular improv comedy
Getting Around
Division & Clark station
Red Line train stop
Parks & Nature
Castaways
1603 N Lake Shore DrNorth Beach fun!
Drinks & Nightlife
Rooftop with excellent views of Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan
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The J. Parker
1816 N Clark StRooftop with excellent views of Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan
The Aviary
955 W Fulton MarketExpensive cocktails with very unique presentation
Bordel
1721 W Division StSpanish speakeasy above Black Bull restaurant; live music
Charcoal Bar
702 North Wells StreetGreat for bespoke cocktails
Cindy's
12 S Michigan AveCraft cocktails in the Chicago Athletic Association building
Bangers and Lace
1670 W Division StGood food, beer & cocktails
Fatpour Tap Works - Wicker Park
2005 W Division StHuge beer selection, fun atmosphere
Hopleaf
5148 N Clark StGigantic beer menu; interesting food
Perfect for a summer evening; big beer garden with bocce ball, corn hole & giant Jenga
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Kaiser Tiger
1415 W Randolph StPerfect for a summer evening; big beer garden with bocce ball, corn hole & giant Jenga
Big beer list; menus on walls display how much of each keg remains
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Links Taproom
1559 N Milwaukee AveBig beer list; menus on walls display how much of each keg remains
Lost Lake
3154 W Diversey AveTiki-style cocktails
Good for a drink (try a smash); tasty cassoulet if you're hungry
59 Einheimische empfehlen
Maude's Liquor Bar
114 N Green StGood for a drink (try a smash); tasty cassoulet if you're hungry
Revolution Brewing - Brewpub
2323 N Milwaukee AveFun vibe & great beers
Sheffield's Wine & Beer Garden
3258 N Sheffield AveBeer garden & BBQ
Sightseeing
Chicago Architecture Center
111 E Wacker DrTake an architecture cruise