Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Pancakes & other big portions of American eats draw hungry folks to this breakfast-lunch cafe.
75 residents recomanen
Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe
130 E Randolph StPancakes & other big portions of American eats draw hungry folks to this breakfast-lunch cafe.
Informal spot for fried, grilled, broiled or blackened seafood served straight or in tacos & subs.
27 residents recomanen
Brown Bag Seafood Co.
340 E Randolph StInformal spot for fried, grilled, broiled or blackened seafood served straight or in tacos & subs.
Branch of a regional chain dispensing hot & cold sandwiches in a simple, counter-serve setting.
8 residents recomanen
Snarf's Sandwiches
180 N Stetson AveBranch of a regional chain dispensing hot & cold sandwiches in a simple, counter-serve setting.
Venue serving upgraded takes on pub food & a long beer list in a TV-lined room with communal seats.
12 residents recomanen
Sweetwater Tavern and Grille
225 Michigan AveVenue serving upgraded takes on pub food & a long beer list in a TV-lined room with communal seats.
Counter-serve chain known for sandwiches & pizzas made with hearth-fired flatbreads, plus salads.
8 residents recomanen
Cosi
233 N Michigan AveCounter-serve chain known for sandwiches & pizzas made with hearth-fired flatbreads, plus salads.
Casual spot serving gourmet sandwiches made with organic ingredients on pretzel bread.
10 residents recomanen
Hannah's Bretzel
233 N Michigan AveCasual spot serving gourmet sandwiches made with organic ingredients on pretzel bread.
Retro-style counter-serve chain known for made-to-order toasted sandwiches, salads & baked goods.
32 residents recomanen
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
2264 N Lincoln AveRetro-style counter-serve chain known for made-to-order toasted sandwiches, salads & baked goods.
Bi-level, contemporary pub featuring upscale American comfort food, cocktails & an outdoor patio.
16 residents recomanen
Tavern at the Park
130 E Randolph StBi-level, contemporary pub featuring upscale American comfort food, cocktails & an outdoor patio.
Seafood, steaks & classic American fare are served at this contemporary restaurant with rooftop bar.
22 residents recomanen
III Forks
180 N Field BlvdSeafood, steaks & classic American fare are served at this contemporary restaurant with rooftop bar.
Italian-style coffee shop pressing espresso & panini in bright, modern quarters.
14 residents recomanen
Caffè RōM
180 N Stetson AveItalian-style coffee shop pressing espresso & panini in bright, modern quarters.
Drinks & Nightlife
Bi-level Italian dining space in the iconic Aqua Tower with upstairs restaurant & downstairs bar.
11 residents recomanen
Filini Bar and Restaurant
221 N Columbus DrBi-level Italian dining space in the iconic Aqua Tower with upstairs restaurant & downstairs bar.
A summer hotspot on the 27th floor of theWit Hotel, with skyline views & upmarket cocktails.
67 residents recomanen
ROOF on theWit
201 N State StA summer hotspot on the 27th floor of theWit Hotel, with skyline views & upmarket cocktails.
British and American grub served all day in red-accented modern digs with a social-club feel.
12 residents recomanen
The Commons Club
203 N Wabash AveBritish and American grub served all day in red-accented modern digs with a social-club feel.
Sleek & airy cocktail lounge at the Hyatt Regency with a long bar, sports on TV & views of downtown.
12 residents recomanen
BIG Bar
151 E Wacker DrSleek & airy cocktail lounge at the Hyatt Regency with a long bar, sports on TV & views of downtown.
Informal cafe/bar on the 7th floor of a condo offering American eats & drinks, plus TVs & DJ nights.
9 residents recomanen
Seven Bar and Restaurant
400 E Randolph StInformal cafe/bar on the 7th floor of a condo offering American eats & drinks, plus TVs & DJ nights.
Sightseeing
Urban Kayaks
55 Chicago RiverwalkCanoe & Kayak Rental Service
First Lady Architecture Tour
112 E Wacker DrLong-standing drawbridge honoring a founder of Chicago & decorated with sculptures & plaques.
22 residents recomanen
Pont DuSable
333 Michigan AveLong-standing drawbridge honoring a founder of Chicago & decorated with sculptures & plaques.
Huge outdoor sculpture shaped like a bean & allowing for views from its many mirrored sides.
473 residents recomanen
Porta del Núvol
201 E Randolph StHuge outdoor sculpture shaped like a bean & allowing for views from its many mirrored sides.
Bike and Roll Chicago - Millennium Park (34 S. Michigan Ave)
34 S Michigan AveDuSable Harbor
111 N Lake Shore DrPublic sculpture with a pair of 50-ft. LED towers & a reflecting pool, by Jaume Plensa, a Catalan.
27 residents recomanen
Font de la Corona
201 E Randolph StPublic sculpture with a pair of 50-ft. LED towers & a reflecting pool, by Jaume Plensa, a Catalan.
Parks & Nature
4-acre urban botanic garden featuring a playground, splash pad, dog park & lighted fountains.
23 residents recomanen
Lake Shore East Park
450 E Benton Pl4-acre urban botanic garden featuring a playground, splash pad, dog park & lighted fountains.
Maggie Daley Park is a 20-acre public park in the Loop community area of Chicago. It is near the Lake Michigan shoreline in northeastern Grant Park where Daley Bicentennial Plaza previously stood
175 residents recomanen
Maggie Daley Park
337 E Randolph StMaggie Daley Park is a 20-acre public park in the Loop community area of Chicago. It is near the Lake Michigan shoreline in northeastern Grant Park where Daley Bicentennial Plaza previously stood
Wrigley Square
201 East Randolph Street5 acres of Millennium Park dedicated to eco-friendly botanical landscaping with city views.
19 residents recomanen
Lurie Garden
220 E Monroe St5 acres of Millennium Park dedicated to eco-friendly botanical landscaping with city views.
Facing the Petrillo Music Shell, this open area offers additional seating for concerts & festivals.
7 residents recomanen
Butler Field
Facing the Petrillo Music Shell, this open area offers additional seating for concerts & festivals.
Arts & Culture
This venue hosts the Chicago Opera Theater as well as a variety of music and dance performances.
21 residents recomanen
Harris Theater for Music and Dance
205 E Randolph StThis venue hosts the Chicago Opera Theater as well as a variety of music and dance performances.
Arts Alliance Illinois
200 E Lake St2 boutiques in the Loop museum specializing in art books, jewelry, decor & souvenirs.
1159 residents recomanen
L'Institut d'Art de Chicago
111 S Michigan Ave2 boutiques in the Loop museum specializing in art books, jewelry, decor & souvenirs.
Free art & shows in an 1897 Beaux-Arts building with vaulted lobby, mosaics & 2 stained-glass domes.
203 residents recomanen
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington StFree art & shows in an 1897 Beaux-Arts building with vaulted lobby, mosaics & 2 stained-glass domes.
Shopping
High-end engagement ring specialists offering extensive diamond, setting & jewelry selections.
7 residents recomanen
Gale Diamonds Chicago
5 N Wabash AveHigh-end engagement ring specialists offering extensive diamond, setting & jewelry selections.
This posh shop offers high-end jewelry, including engagement rings, luxury watches & custom designs.
7 residents recomanen
Mon Ami Jewelry
23 N Wabash AveThis posh shop offers high-end jewelry, including engagement rings, luxury watches & custom designs.
Custom jeweler & loose-diamond retailer known for made-to-order engagement & wedding bands.
7 residents recomanen
Wedding Bands & Co.
43 N Wabash AveCustom jeweler & loose-diamond retailer known for made-to-order engagement & wedding bands.
Chain retailer carrying a wide selection of trendy brand-name & designer sunglasses.
8 residents recomanen
Sunglass Hut
108 N State StChain retailer carrying a wide selection of trendy brand-name & designer sunglasses.
Mercat de Nadal de Chicago
50 W Washington StA collection of shops in an office complex, including eateries plus service-oriented businesses.
13 residents recomanen
Michigan Plaza
205-225 Michigan AveA collection of shops in an office complex, including eateries plus service-oriented businesses.
Store selling original creations like jewelry, skateboards & prints from a local teen arts program.
7 residents recomanen
After School Matters Gift Shop
66 E Randolph StStore selling original creations like jewelry, skateboards & prints from a local teen arts program.
Essentials
Gourmet grocery store with take-out soups & sandwiches, a salad bar, plus wine & spirits.
9 residents recomanen
Bockwinkel's at Harbor Point
155 North Harbor DriveGourmet grocery store with take-out soups & sandwiches, a salad bar, plus wine & spirits.