Chicago guidebook

Andrea
Chicago guidebook

Neighborhoods

The West Loop is a trendy neighborhood west of downtown Chicago. This neighborhood is great for restaurant and bar hopping.
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West Loop
89 residents recomanen
The West Loop is a trendy neighborhood west of downtown Chicago. This neighborhood is great for restaurant and bar hopping.
The Bronzeville neighborhood has historic roots! Many soul and jazz artists have passed through here. This neighborhood also has great Lake Michigan access on 31st, 35th, 39th, and 41st streets.
32 residents recomanen
Bronzeville
32 residents recomanen
The Bronzeville neighborhood has historic roots! Many soul and jazz artists have passed through here. This neighborhood also has great Lake Michigan access on 31st, 35th, 39th, and 41st streets.
The historic Hyde Park neighborhood is a must see. This neighborhood is home to President Barack Obama and the University of Chicago. Be sure check out the bustling 57th and 53rd streets for a variety of entertainment, shopping, and dining options.
150 residents recomanen
Hyde Park
150 residents recomanen
The historic Hyde Park neighborhood is a must see. This neighborhood is home to President Barack Obama and the University of Chicago. Be sure check out the bustling 57th and 53rd streets for a variety of entertainment, shopping, and dining options.
Pilsen is a great neighborhood to explore if you are in the mood for great cocktails, live music at Thalia Hall, or Mexican food.
103 residents recomanen
Pilsen
103 residents recomanen
Pilsen is a great neighborhood to explore if you are in the mood for great cocktails, live music at Thalia Hall, or Mexican food.
Great neighborhood for shopping or checking out the local dining options
35 residents recomanen
South Loop
35 residents recomanen
Great neighborhood for shopping or checking out the local dining options
This a trendy district full of bars and restaurants
54 residents recomanen
Fulton Market
54 residents recomanen
This a trendy district full of bars and restaurants
Tons of restaurants and shops. Our favorite restaurant is MingHin. Driving in this neighborhood can be stressful!
217 residents recomanen
Chinatown
217 residents recomanen
Tons of restaurants and shops. Our favorite restaurant is MingHin. Driving in this neighborhood can be stressful!

Sightseeing

The lakefront trail is great for running, biking, walking, or even a picnic
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Lakefront Trail
Lakefront Trail
229 residents recomanen
The lakefront trail is great for running, biking, walking, or even a picnic
Grant Park is a great place for sightseeing or checking out local events.
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Grant Park
337 E Randolph St
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Grant Park is a great place for sightseeing or checking out local events.
This a great area for downtown Chicago shopping and people watching.
598 residents recomanen
Hot Tix - Mag Mile Location
598 residents recomanen
This a great area for downtown Chicago shopping and people watching.
This is a must see for a sports fan. Take the red line to Wrigley field to watch a Cubs game or have a beer at one of the nearby sports bars.
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Camp de Wrigley
1060 W Addison St
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This is a must see for a sports fan. Take the red line to Wrigley field to watch a Cubs game or have a beer at one of the nearby sports bars.
Stop by Guaranteed Rate Field to check out a White Sox game. The stadium is walking distance from our home.
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Guaranteed Rate Field
333 W 35th St
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Stop by Guaranteed Rate Field to check out a White Sox game. The stadium is walking distance from our home.
Be sure to take a stroll on the beautiful campus of the University of Chicago.
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The University of Chicago
5801 S Ellis Ave
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Be sure to take a stroll on the beautiful campus of the University of Chicago.
Buckingham Fountain
301 South Columbus Drive
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Porta del Núvol
201 E Randolph St
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Check out the Picasso sculpture in the plaza
Daley Plaza
50 W Washington St
Check out the Picasso sculpture in the plaza
300 residents recomanen
Estadi Soldier Field
1410 Special Olympics Dr
300 residents recomanen

Food scene

A Chicago classic
513 residents recomanen
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
1120 N State St
513 residents recomanen
A Chicago classic
Great for tacos and margaritas. Be prepared for a long wait. Reservations are not accepted.
66 residents recomanen
La Vaca Margarita Bar
1160 W 18th St
66 residents recomanen
Great for tacos and margaritas. Be prepared for a long wait. Reservations are not accepted.
A Chicago classic
27 residents recomanen
Harold's Chicken Shack Fish & Pizza
1208 E 53rd St
27 residents recomanen
A Chicago classic
Newer rooftop inside of the hotel. It’s very spacious and close to Wintrust Arena or Soldier Field.
15 residents recomanen
VU Rooftop Bar
133 E Cermak Rd
15 residents recomanen
Newer rooftop inside of the hotel. It’s very spacious and close to Wintrust Arena or Soldier Field.
Rooftop with amazing lake views
124 residents recomanen
The J. Parker
1816 N Clark St
124 residents recomanen
Rooftop with amazing lake views
Very trendy rooftop bar downtown with craft cocktails. Try the frose!
Apogee
2 W Erie St
Very trendy rooftop bar downtown with craft cocktails. Try the frose!
A Chicago staple for burgers. Be prepared to wait. Reservations are not permitted
620 residents recomanen
Au Cheval
800 W Randolph St
620 residents recomanen
A Chicago staple for burgers. Be prepared to wait. Reservations are not permitted
A Chicago staple owned by Chef Stephanie Izard that can take months to get in. The roasted cauliflower is delicious. Call to make a reservation
496 residents recomanen
Girl & The Goat
809 W Randolph St
496 residents recomanen
A Chicago staple owned by Chef Stephanie Izard that can take months to get in. The roasted cauliflower is delicious. Call to make a reservation
A Chicago classic
519 residents recomanen
Giordano's
5311 S Blackstone Ave
519 residents recomanen
A Chicago classic
No-frills walk up restaurant, where you can get your fill on desserts. Seasonal operation.
10 residents recomanen
Sugar Shack
630 W 26th St
10 residents recomanen
No-frills walk up restaurant, where you can get your fill on desserts. Seasonal operation.
Great brunch spot in Lincoln Park. They have great French toast flights
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Frances' Deli and Brunchery
2552 N Clark St
11 residents recomanen
Great brunch spot in Lincoln Park. They have great French toast flights
Another Stephanie Izard owned restaurant. It gets very busy, so make a reservation well in advance.
30 residents recomanen
Duck Duck Goat
857 W Fulton Market
30 residents recomanen
Another Stephanie Izard owned restaurant. It gets very busy, so make a reservation well in advance.
20 residents recomanen
Do-Rite Donuts & Coffee
50 W Randolph St
20 residents recomanen
209 residents recomanen
Stan's Donuts & Coffee
1560 N Damen Ave
209 residents recomanen
A Chicago classic. Try the Chicago mix!
58 residents recomanen
Garrett Popcorn Shops
173 Michigan Ave
58 residents recomanen
A Chicago classic. Try the Chicago mix!
Amazing food! The short rib hummus and broccoli are the excellent.
28 residents recomanen
Aba
302 N Green St
28 residents recomanen
Amazing food! The short rib hummus and broccoli are the excellent.
A great place for brunch
19 residents recomanen
The Allis Chicago
113-125 N Green St
19 residents recomanen
A great place for brunch
No frills, eat to your heart’s content breakfast spot
23 residents recomanen
Pearl's Place Restaurant
3901 South Michigan Avenue
23 residents recomanen
No frills, eat to your heart’s content breakfast spot
Hip cafe and bakery that is a 5 min walk from our home.
Eméché Cakery & Cafe
3453 S Prairie Ave
Hip cafe and bakery that is a 5 min walk from our home.
A staple for brunch in Bronzeville. The Peach coffee is delicious.
21 residents recomanen
Peach's Restaurant
4652 S King Dr
21 residents recomanen
A staple for brunch in Bronzeville. The Peach coffee is delicious.
Perfect for a fancy steakhouse dinner
35 residents recomanen
RPM Steak
66 W Kinzie St
35 residents recomanen
Perfect for a fancy steakhouse dinner
Whimsical bar that has milkshakes with (or without) alcohol. It is also kid friendly.
6 residents recomanen
JoJo's Shake Bar
23 W Hubbard St
6 residents recomanen
Whimsical bar that has milkshakes with (or without) alcohol. It is also kid friendly.
Our favorite Chinese restaurant to dine in or takeout.
34 residents recomanen
MingHin Cuisine
2168 S Archer Ave
34 residents recomanen
Our favorite Chinese restaurant to dine in or takeout.

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Nearest Subway Line

The 35th-Bronzeville-IIT Green Line station is 7 min from our home. It is 20 min to downtown (that includes the walk)