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Camp de Wrigley
1060 W Addison StGreat place to watch a great team
Walk to this amazing new facility and spend the day paddling on the Chicago River seeing things even the locals miss...
6 residents recomanen
Chicago River Canoe and Kayak
3400 N Rockwell StWalk to this amazing new facility and spend the day paddling on the Chicago River seeing things even the locals miss...
World Class Music venue just a few blocks away with concerts weekly and festivals every summer...
103 residents recomanen
Old Town School of Folk Music
4544 N Lincoln AveWorld Class Music venue just a few blocks away with concerts weekly and festivals every summer...
Ok ladies its time to pamper yourself with a mani/pedi or maybe some salon treatments and you can walk there in 5 minutes...Guys you can catch the game at the Village Tap while you wait...
Salon Yves
Ok ladies its time to pamper yourself with a mani/pedi or maybe some salon treatments and you can walk there in 5 minutes...Guys you can catch the game at the Village Tap while you wait...
Every kind of wine and beer you can imagine and a cool patio and indoor area to sample appetizers and relax...
10 residents recomanen
Lush Wine & Spirits
2232 W Roscoe StEvery kind of wine and beer you can imagine and a cool patio and indoor area to sample appetizers and relax...
Food Scene
Amazing authentic German Cuisine, reasonable prices with a family friendly atmosphere..Great German Beers
18 residents recomanen
Laschet's Inn
2119 W Irving Park RdAmazing authentic German Cuisine, reasonable prices with a family friendly atmosphere..Great German Beers
Classic Brunch menu with something for everyone. just a short walk away.
31 residents recomanen
Paul's Noodle Shop
3400 N Sheffield AveClassic Brunch menu with something for everyone. just a short walk away.
Great gyros and a great casual greek menu. Ask for Jimmy and tell them that Nick sent you...
Big Boy Gyros
3541 N Western AveGreat gyros and a great casual greek menu. Ask for Jimmy and tell them that Nick sent you...
Lucy’s Cafe
2100 W Roscoe StVegan fare served with style weather it be brunch or lunch.
Classic Chicago Italian with a great patio and late night dinner menu...
16 residents recomanen
Piazza Bella Trattoria & Osteria
2114 W Roscoe StClassic Chicago Italian with a great patio and late night dinner menu...
Turkish food with big portions and all at a reasonable price.
33 residents recomanen
Turquoise Cafe & Restaurant
2147 W Roscoe StTurkish food with big portions and all at a reasonable price.
Great for dining in or carrying out this is a restaurant that never fails to be both cheap and good.
Thai Linda Cafe
Great for dining in or carrying out this is a restaurant that never fails to be both cheap and good.
Hot Woks Cool Sushi
3930 N Pulaski RdSushi...yes....And Its a Chicago instition
Pizza by the slice...Amazing deep dish that has won awards...Great casual family friendly atmosphere and very reasonable...They will deliver directly to your suite.
25 residents recomanen
Bartoli's Pizzeria
1955 W Addison StPizza by the slice...Amazing deep dish that has won awards...Great casual family friendly atmosphere and very reasonable...They will deliver directly to your suite.
Are you addicted to Starbucks?...This location serves it hot and fast and is only a 5 minute walk from your classic Chicago Suite..
213 residents recomanen
Starbucks
1588 N Milwaukee AveAre you addicted to Starbucks?...This location serves it hot and fast and is only a 5 minute walk from your classic Chicago Suite..
Amazing and hard to find Vietnamese sandwiches and cuisine...Very reasonable...Try to find this in Omaha...
Bánh Mì BáGet
2057 West Roscoe StreetAmazing and hard to find Vietnamese sandwiches and cuisine...Very reasonable...Try to find this in Omaha...
Great for brunch or a drink and so close you will be home before the credit card clears...
19 residents recomanen
John's Place
2132 W Roscoe StGreat for brunch or a drink and so close you will be home before the credit card clears...
Costello Sandwich & Sides
2015 W Roscoe StAmazing authentic Chicago Subs just a short walk from your front door.
Every Irish beer you can imagine and fish and chips that will make your mouth water. Chicago is an Irish American City and this place is more Irish than Paddy's pig...
15 residents recomanen
Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro
3905 N Lincoln AveEvery Irish beer you can imagine and fish and chips that will make your mouth water. Chicago is an Irish American City and this place is more Irish than Paddy's pig...
A very short ride with plenty of parking a Cuban restaurant with an incredible patio and great Cuban Classics including breakfast..And most importantly its BYOB (save money and bring your own booze)
182 residents recomanen
90 Miles Cuban Cafe
2540 W Armitage AveA very short ride with plenty of parking a Cuban restaurant with an incredible patio and great Cuban Classics including breakfast..And most importantly its BYOB (save money and bring your own booze)
Ok you have been having a blast in the CHI and maybe you are a little under the weather. Now its time to try the Award winning hangover Brunch each Saturday and Sunday..
36 residents recomanen
Kitsch'n on Roscoe
2005 W Roscoe StOk you have been having a blast in the CHI and maybe you are a little under the weather. Now its time to try the Award winning hangover Brunch each Saturday and Sunday..
Duck Meatballs, Salmon Rillette, home made chips and Yuzu Glazed Pork Belly. Wash it all down with a fresh Half Acre Daisy Cutter brewed right on the premises. An iconic micro brewery and local legend...
103 residents recomanen
Half Acre Beer Company
4257 N Lincoln AveDuck Meatballs, Salmon Rillette, home made chips and Yuzu Glazed Pork Belly. Wash it all down with a fresh Half Acre Daisy Cutter brewed right on the premises. An iconic micro brewery and local legend...
Bad Apple Bar is an amazing spot with every kind of beer yu can imagine. Like your beer with a spectacular burger? Cheese Curds (a Midwest delicacy)/ Then this is you spot just a short walk away...
76 residents recomanen
The Bad Apple
4300 N Lincoln AveBad Apple Bar is an amazing spot with every kind of beer yu can imagine. Like your beer with a spectacular burger? Cheese Curds (a Midwest delicacy)/ Then this is you spot just a short walk away...
Parson's has it all. Amish Fried Chicken (check), Pimento Toast (check) and two dollar Old Milwaukee. The beer garden here is epic...red and white umbrellas in a garden setting summer time spent perfectly..Ride one of our bikes and hit the 606 trail before or after and see Chicago on a bike at sunset...
658 residents recomanen
Parson's Chicken & Fish
2952 W Armitage Ave Parson's has it all. Amish Fried Chicken (check), Pimento Toast (check) and two dollar Old Milwaukee. The beer garden here is epic...red and white umbrellas in a garden setting summer time spent perfectly..Ride one of our bikes and hit the 606 trail before or after and see Chicago on a bike at sunset...
This classic Chicago legend has reasonable Mexican food priced perfect for the entire family. The margaritas are known throughout the city...
6 residents recomanen
Fernando's Tequila Bar & Restaurant
3450 N Lincoln AveThis classic Chicago legend has reasonable Mexican food priced perfect for the entire family. The margaritas are known throughout the city...
Historically Germans settled the City of Chicago up and down Lincoln Avenue and Dinkel's has been here since 1922. As a child our Saturday morning visits there made me shake with glee...A great Bakery for 95 years!
31 residents recomanen
Dinkel's Bakery
3329 N Lincoln AveHistorically Germans settled the City of Chicago up and down Lincoln Avenue and Dinkel's has been here since 1922. As a child our Saturday morning visits there made me shake with glee...A great Bakery for 95 years!
Rustic Peruvian cuisine with a great drink selection....New flavors and new experiences are what Chicago always offers...
Vía Lima
4024 N Lincoln AveRustic Peruvian cuisine with a great drink selection....New flavors and new experiences are what Chicago always offers...
I debated about putting this place on my guidebook because I love shrimp and I love this place so much, I wanted to keep it for myself. Nothing fancy just HUGE shrimp with tasty sides and cheap to boot
Snappy's Shrimp
1901 W Irving Park RdI debated about putting this place on my guidebook because I love shrimp and I love this place so much, I wanted to keep it for myself. Nothing fancy just HUGE shrimp with tasty sides and cheap to boot
Two words, BUTTER CRUST. This is a gorgeous new eat in pizzeria with deep dish pizza that will amaze you. Just a short 15 minute walk oath and around the corner are dozens of taverns to help you forget how much you ate.
163 residents recomanen
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
3986 N Avondale AveTwo words, BUTTER CRUST. This is a gorgeous new eat in pizzeria with deep dish pizza that will amaze you. Just a short 15 minute walk oath and around the corner are dozens of taverns to help you forget how much you ate.
Great bar food plenty of TV's to watch the game and a patio that fills up quickly on summer nights.
14 residents recomanen
Brownstone
3937 N Lincoln AveGreat bar food plenty of TV's to watch the game and a patio that fills up quickly on summer nights.
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - North Center/Lincoln Square
Drinks & Nightlife
Outdoor Dining , Oysters and one of the best wine lists in the City
173 residents recomanen
Rootstock Wine & Beer Bar
954 North California AvenueOutdoor Dining , Oysters and one of the best wine lists in the City
Great "dive" Bar just around the corner with reasonable prices and the one and only Artie Fitzgerald (a great Frank Sinatra Crooner)
6 residents recomanen
Roscoe Village Pub
2159 W Addison StGreat "dive" Bar just around the corner with reasonable prices and the one and only Artie Fitzgerald (a great Frank Sinatra Crooner)
The original hangout for firemen and locals in the heart of St. Benedict's neighborhood and now they even have fancy beer...A five minute walk
Grace & Leavitt Tavern
2157 W Grace StThe original hangout for firemen and locals in the heart of St. Benedict's neighborhood and now they even have fancy beer...A five minute walk
Live music venue just steps away from your front door. Music almost every night with reasonable cover/drink specials. Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder stops in all the time when the Cubs are in town to jam.
37 residents recomanen
Martyrs'
3855 N Lincoln AveLive music venue just steps away from your front door. Music almost every night with reasonable cover/drink specials. Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder stops in all the time when the Cubs are in town to jam.
Live Music in this authentic Chicago Bar. Reasonable covers and food before the show....A ten minute walk through tree lined streets..
26 residents recomanen
Beat Kitchen
2100 W Belmont AveLive Music in this authentic Chicago Bar. Reasonable covers and food before the show....A ten minute walk through tree lined streets..
Have you ever wondered what Lady Gaga does on her off nights? She and Taylor Kinney hang out here when she is in town...Great Bourbons and a great atmosphere...
39 residents recomanen
Delilah's Chicago
2771 North Lincoln AvenueHave you ever wondered what Lady Gaga does on her off nights? She and Taylor Kinney hang out here when she is in town...Great Bourbons and a great atmosphere...
Bands from all over the country play in the original brew house. Check their on line calendar and walk to pic up your tickets...
83 residents recomanen
Schubas Tavern
3159 N Southport AveBands from all over the country play in the original brew house. Check their on line calendar and walk to pic up your tickets...
Great acts all the time. Look for tour busses parked north of Wrigley and see who's in town
73 residents recomanen
Metro
3730 N Clark StGreat acts all the time. Look for tour busses parked north of Wrigley and see who's in town
A bar where you would never expect to find one. They host their own music festival and its a straight up local legend,,,
64 residents recomanen
The Hideout
1354 W Wabansia AveA bar where you would never expect to find one. They host their own music festival and its a straight up local legend,,,
I saw Bruno Mars and Janelle Monae here before they got so huge....A classic city concert venue..
123 residents recomanen
Aragon Ballroom
1106 W Lawrence AveI saw Bruno Mars and Janelle Monae here before they got so huge....A classic city concert venue..
Live Music all the time so close to your Chicago home that you can walk...
55 residents recomanen
Lincoln Hall
2424 N Lincoln AveLive Music all the time so close to your Chicago home that you can walk...
The Abbey is a local Chicago icon since before I was born. It features music from all over the world but Irish folk Music is the specialty. Check out their on line calendar...
6 residents recomanen
The Abbey
3420 West Grace StreetThe Abbey is a local Chicago icon since before I was born. It features music from all over the world but Irish folk Music is the specialty. Check out their on line calendar...
When you are walking to a Cub game the locals know Guthrie's is a great laid back place to get game ready or to celebrate a victory. A great local hangout...
38 residents recomanen
Guthrie's Tavern
1300 W Addison StWhen you are walking to a Cub game the locals know Guthrie's is a great laid back place to get game ready or to celebrate a victory. A great local hangout...
Ever wonder where Al Capone used to get his Jazz? This remarkable jazz club has been around that long because it's a part of Chicago history and because jazz is still king in the Windy City...
471 residents recomanen
The Green Mill
4802 North BroadwayEver wonder where Al Capone used to get his Jazz? This remarkable jazz club has been around that long because it's a part of Chicago history and because jazz is still king in the Windy City...
Feel like dancing to EDM or anything else the is Chicago's "IT" spot to end an evening loud and moving...
127 residents recomanen
Slippery Slope
2357 N Milwaukee AveFeel like dancing to EDM or anything else the is Chicago's "IT" spot to end an evening loud and moving...
For a break from Slippery Slope’s crowds, head across the street. A live-music license, wildly disparate dance nights (Motown to disco), and a monthly queer party warrant repeat visits. Logan Square, 2828 W. Medill Ave., eastroomchicago.com
55 residents recomanen
East Room
2354 N Milwaukee AveFor a break from Slippery Slope’s crowds, head across the street. A live-music license, wildly disparate dance nights (Motown to disco), and a monthly queer party warrant repeat visits. Logan Square, 2828 W. Medill Ave., eastroomchicago.com
This long-standing subterranean music venue still packs the house for sets from top electronic and house music DJs. For those who just need to dance, there are syrupy pop tunes every Wednesday night. Lake View, 3730 N. Clark St., smartbarchicago.com
44 residents recomanen
Smartbar
3730 N Clark StThis long-standing subterranean music venue still packs the house for sets from top electronic and house music DJs. For those who just need to dance, there are syrupy pop tunes every Wednesday night. Lake View, 3730 N. Clark St., smartbarchicago.com
If you’re game to try the Brooklyn booze trend dubbed the pickleback—a shot of whiskey chased with pickle brine—order one at this Alpine-inspired bar/restaurant with an inviting back patio (enclosed and hearth-heated during winter). Bartenders pair bourbon with rotating brines (cauliflower, onion, leek) for kicky 20-and 30-somethings, whose faces often contort at the chaser’s odd but booze-free aftertaste. Logan Square, 2728 W. Armitage Ave., tabledonkeystick.com
72 residents recomanen
Table, Donkey and Stick
2728 W Armitage AveIf you’re game to try the Brooklyn booze trend dubbed the pickleback—a shot of whiskey chased with pickle brine—order one at this Alpine-inspired bar/restaurant with an inviting back patio (enclosed and hearth-heated during winter). Bartenders pair bourbon with rotating brines (cauliflower, onion, leek) for kicky 20-and 30-somethings, whose faces often contort at the chaser’s odd but booze-free aftertaste. Logan Square, 2728 W. Armitage Ave., tabledonkeystick.com
Because you haven’t lived till you’ve karaoked with a fog machine and a backup singer. Avondale, 3556 W. Belmont Ave. We are talking late here folks like way after midnight!
33 residents recomanen
Alice's Lounge
3556 W Belmont AveBecause you haven’t lived till you’ve karaoked with a fog machine and a backup singer. Avondale, 3556 W. Belmont Ave. We are talking late here folks like way after midnight!
Holy cow...you are close enough to walk home and after a few hours here a good walk is a good idea...
With a beer named Nanosaurus Slumber Party and events such as the Prehistoric Beer Prom, Atlas is king for those who like their hops with a shot of humor. Take home a piece of the fun in growler form: Fills run from $12 to $19 and include the delightfully sour Monkey Shriek. Lincoln Park, 2747 N. Lincoln Ave., atlasbeercompany.com
20 residents recomanen
Burnt City Brewing
417 North Ashland AvenueHoly cow...you are close enough to walk home and after a few hours here a good walk is a good idea...
With a beer named Nanosaurus Slumber Party and events such as the Prehistoric Beer Prom, Atlas is king for those who like their hops with a shot of humor. Take home a piece of the fun in growler form: Fills run from $12 to $19 and include the delightfully sour Monkey Shriek. Lincoln Park, 2747 N. Lincoln Ave., atlasbeercompany.com
Not going to lie, I was a bit surprised when I came on to finally review this place. It's really close to our home so I'm here a lot, and I love it. Yeah, they have time and seating limits, but the place is small. If they allowed every group to sit there for hours on end, they wouldn't make any money. If you go on a weekend after 9 or 10, you're prolly going to have a wait, but they try to get you in as soon as possible. The staff is really friendly and really know about hookahs. Definitely give this place a try!!
22 residents recomanen
The Victor Bar
4011 N Damen AveNot going to lie, I was a bit surprised when I came on to finally review this place. It's really close to our home so I'm here a lot, and I love it. Yeah, they have time and seating limits, but the place is small. If they allowed every group to sit there for hours on end, they wouldn't make any money. If you go on a weekend after 9 or 10, you're prolly going to have a wait, but they try to get you in as soon as possible. The staff is really friendly and really know about hookahs. Definitely give this place a try!!
Great bar if you are a soccer fan. Service might be a bit slow on game day but it's understandable. Good spot to catch your team play and love the amount of fans who come out on gameday. Had the Eggs Florentine with poached eggs and loved it. You will meet people from all over the world here and try amazing beers...Oh its just a short walk away too...
38 residents recomanen
The Globe Pub
1934 W Irving Park RdGreat bar if you are a soccer fan. Service might be a bit slow on game day but it's understandable. Good spot to catch your team play and love the amount of fans who come out on gameday. Had the Eggs Florentine with poached eggs and loved it. You will meet people from all over the world here and try amazing beers...Oh its just a short walk away too...
The Fountainhead is just the type of place my wife and I enjoy - relaxed vibe, casual atmosphere, extensive drink menu, good food, and good service. I've had it bookmarked for a while, but I'm not much in the area to stop in. A quoted two-hour wait at The Northman, however, found us walking around the neighborhood looking for something to ease the disappointment and not waste the trip from Pilsen. The Fountainhead delivered! My wife was even more pleased, as the cider bar was a trip to placate me, but the Fountainhead not only has quite a cider list of their own, it also speaks to his love of craft beer and whiskey. We were able to be seated right away around 5 p.m. on Saturday.
72 residents recomanen
Fountainhead
1970 W Montrose AveThe Fountainhead is just the type of place my wife and I enjoy - relaxed vibe, casual atmosphere, extensive drink menu, good food, and good service. I've had it bookmarked for a while, but I'm not much in the area to stop in. A quoted two-hour wait at The Northman, however, found us walking around the neighborhood looking for something to ease the disappointment and not waste the trip from Pilsen. The Fountainhead delivered! My wife was even more pleased, as the cider bar was a trip to placate me, but the Fountainhead not only has quite a cider list of their own, it also speaks to his love of craft beer and whiskey. We were able to be seated right away around 5 p.m. on Saturday.
Wonderful, large-menued cider bar with a European style but sleek space. The list of ciders is a challenge I will take on in the future, so many options! Wait staff extremely helpful and knowledgable about the drinks they showcase. The ceiling fans are belt driven, the men's bathroom has an English-style high tank, pull-chain toilet, and all ciders are served in stylish, suitable glassware. Spanish long pour is a must experience, one that will get more inventive as they work out the kinks. Just go and get it.
27 residents recomanen
The Northman
233 East RiverwalkWonderful, large-menued cider bar with a European style but sleek space. The list of ciders is a challenge I will take on in the future, so many options! Wait staff extremely helpful and knowledgable about the drinks they showcase. The ceiling fans are belt driven, the men's bathroom has an English-style high tank, pull-chain toilet, and all ciders are served in stylish, suitable glassware. Spanish long pour is a must experience, one that will get more inventive as they work out the kinks. Just go and get it.
Shopping
Walk in minutes to the hottest new grocery in Chicago Pick up something to grill or eat from the store's amazing selection of prepared foods...
866 residents recomanen
Mariano's
2021 W Chicago AveWalk in minutes to the hottest new grocery in Chicago Pick up something to grill or eat from the store's amazing selection of prepared foods...
Roscoe Village Bikes
2016 W Roscoe StA truly great bike store with every thing you need including free air!
Pop some tags at this used clothing store that has literally every vintage item one would need to become a Chicago Hipster...and it is so so cheap
16 residents recomanen
Village Discount Outlet Store 03
2032 N Milwaukee AvePop some tags at this used clothing store that has literally every vintage item one would need to become a Chicago Hipster...and it is so so cheap
Before malls there was Michigan avenue with more stores than you can count and lights at Christmas that will bring a tear to your eye...A Chicago Classic
598 residents recomanen
Hot Tix - Mag Mile Location
Before malls there was Michigan avenue with more stores than you can count and lights at Christmas that will bring a tear to your eye...A Chicago Classic
Arts & Culture
A truly amazing Classic Movie Theatre with shows every night ranging from modern independent movies to classics. Listen to the organists play between shows...Nothing has changed since the 20's....
152 residents recomanen
Music Box Theatre
3733 N Southport AveA truly amazing Classic Movie Theatre with shows every night ranging from modern independent movies to classics. Listen to the organists play between shows...Nothing has changed since the 20's....
No visit to Chicago is complete without visiting this amazing place
1159 residents recomanen
L'Institut d'Art de Chicago
111 S Michigan AveNo visit to Chicago is complete without visiting this amazing place
Combine this walk down the rough and tough history of Chicago with a visit to Lincoln Park and the Zoo...Its a great way to spend a day that is all Chicago,
241 residents recomanen
Museu d'Història de Chicago
1601 N Clark StCombine this walk down the rough and tough history of Chicago with a visit to Lincoln Park and the Zoo...Its a great way to spend a day that is all Chicago,
Do you love Motown? Locals know that for a fair price this stunning live theatre with live shows almost every night is always worth the price. Your hosts knows this first hand because his beautiful daughter worked there...Check out there website!
14 residents recomanen
Black Ensemble Theater
4450 N Clark StDo you love Motown? Locals know that for a fair price this stunning live theatre with live shows almost every night is always worth the price. Your hosts knows this first hand because his beautiful daughter worked there...Check out there website!
Ok to list the names that started their career in show business here is ridiculous...Tina Fey...Amy Poehler...John Belushi..Oh to hell with it just go here laugh your as off and take the 10 minute "el" ride home like a local...Get your tickets in advance is a must...
433 residents recomanen
The Second City
230 W North AveOk to list the names that started their career in show business here is ridiculous...Tina Fey...Amy Poehler...John Belushi..Oh to hell with it just go here laugh your as off and take the 10 minute "el" ride home like a local...Get your tickets in advance is a must...
This place always has something cooking from dance theatre to iconic artists. Check out their website and buy this tickets early. An easy walk from your front door in Chicago...
16 residents recomanen
Athenaeum Theatre
2936 N Southport AveThis place always has something cooking from dance theatre to iconic artists. Check out their website and buy this tickets early. An easy walk from your front door in Chicago...
Entertainment & Activities
Huge Theatre just a few blocks from our home with all the latest releases.
61 residents recomanen
Regal City North IMAX & RPX
2600 N Western AveHuge Theatre just a few blocks from our home with all the latest releases.
Parks & Nature
Ducks, geese and the occasional coyote all are found here along the north branch of the Chicago River. Rent a kayak or canoe and see Chicago from the River.
7 residents recomanen
Clark (Richard) Playlot Park
3400 N Rockwell StDucks, geese and the occasional coyote all are found here along the north branch of the Chicago River. Rent a kayak or canoe and see Chicago from the River.
Any time of year Chicago's beaches are beautiful but in the summer what beats a day at the beach...Ride one of our bikes and we provide the beach towels..
297 residents recomanen
Montrose Beach
Any time of year Chicago's beaches are beautiful but in the summer what beats a day at the beach...Ride one of our bikes and we provide the beach towels..
Here is where Chicago spends her summer along the lake in the sun swimming and playing volleyball on America's greatest Lake...
338 residents recomanen
Platja de North Avenue
Here is where Chicago spends her summer along the lake in the sun swimming and playing volleyball on America's greatest Lake...
A great urban Zoo and its all free and a short bike ride away from your front door..
1117 residents recomanen
Zoo de Lincoln Park
2001 N Clark StA great urban Zoo and its all free and a short bike ride away from your front door..