Guidebook for Chicago

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Guidebook for Chicago

Food Scene

This is a NYT reviewed restaurant. It's amazingly intimate, friendly and DELICIOUS! Head to the Sportsmen's Club down the block for a drink ahead of your reservation!
57 residents recomanen
BoeufHaus
1012 N Western Ave
57 residents recomanen
This is a NYT reviewed restaurant. It's amazingly intimate, friendly and DELICIOUS! Head to the Sportsmen's Club down the block for a drink ahead of your reservation!
77 residents recomanen
Caffè Streets
1750 W Division St
77 residents recomanen
Modern Filipino concept with very good breakfasts, lunches and Michelin Starchef Genie Kwon baker. WOW. Great coffee, tea. Opens at 9a. About 1 minute walk.
13 residents recomanen
Kasama
1001 North Winchester Avenue
13 residents recomanen
Modern Filipino concept with very good breakfasts, lunches and Michelin Starchef Genie Kwon baker. WOW. Great coffee, tea. Opens at 9a. About 1 minute walk.
ENTRANCE IN THE ALLEY OFF CORTEZ ST. Oh, my. So, so good. OPENED IN THE SUMMER OF 2020, PIZZA FRIENDLY PIZZA IS A ROCK INSPIRED CASUAL NEIGHBORHOOD EATERY16” ON CENTER AND CHEF NOAH SANDOVALOFORIOLE, KUMIKO, AND KIKKO. THE MENU FEATURES SICILIAN-STYLE PAN PIZZAS AVAILABLE BY THE SLICE OR WHOLE PIE, SPECIALTY SANDWICHES, AND SIDE DISHES ALL MADE WITH LOCALLY SOURCED, SEASONAL INGREDIENTS. WE'RE A LAID-BACK NEIGHBORHOOD SPOT, AND WE'RE CURRENTLYOPEN FOR LIMITED PATIO SEATING AND A WALK-UP WINDOW WHERE GUESTS CAN PICK UPCARRYOUTORDERS OR GRAB A SLICE OF PIZZATO-GO.
Pizza Friendly Pizza
1039 N Western Ave
ENTRANCE IN THE ALLEY OFF CORTEZ ST. Oh, my. So, so good. OPENED IN THE SUMMER OF 2020, PIZZA FRIENDLY PIZZA IS A ROCK INSPIRED CASUAL NEIGHBORHOOD EATERY16” ON CENTER AND CHEF NOAH SANDOVALOFORIOLE, KUMIKO, AND KIKKO. THE MENU FEATURES SICILIAN-STYLE PAN PIZZAS AVAILABLE BY THE SLICE OR WHOLE PIE, SPECIALTY SANDWICHES, AND SIDE DISHES ALL MADE WITH LOCALLY SOURCED, SEASONAL INGREDIENTS. WE'RE A LAID-BACK NEIGHBORHOOD SPOT, AND WE'RE CURRENTLYOPEN FOR LIMITED PATIO SEATING AND A WALK-UP WINDOW WHERE GUESTS CAN PICK UPCARRYOUTORDERS OR GRAB A SLICE OF PIZZATO-GO.
You just might think you’re dining in Madrid at this lush Spanish restaurant. Have a glass of Sherry on the patio and even take home some imported and house-made conservas from their gourmet market. Make sure you check out Bordel—their second-floor cocktail bar and cabaret!
6 residents recomanen
Mama Delia
1721 West Division Street
6 residents recomanen
You just might think you’re dining in Madrid at this lush Spanish restaurant. Have a glass of Sherry on the patio and even take home some imported and house-made conservas from their gourmet market. Make sure you check out Bordel—their second-floor cocktail bar and cabaret!
We love this place! It’s a mid-tier, casual Italian restaurant with a GREAT outside dining area during summertime (in the back of the street) Full bar.
31 residents recomanen
Enoteca Roma
2146 W Division St
31 residents recomanen
We love this place! It’s a mid-tier, casual Italian restaurant with a GREAT outside dining area during summertime (in the back of the street) Full bar.
Intimate, authentic, amazing. Make a reservation. A little Pricier. Great outdoor area in the summer. Order the sage-butter gnocchi!
15 residents recomanen
a tavola
2148 W Chicago Ave
15 residents recomanen
Intimate, authentic, amazing. Make a reservation. A little Pricier. Great outdoor area in the summer. Order the sage-butter gnocchi!
As Chicago’s first botanic brewery, Forbidden Root is the place to go if you want to explore a flight of unusual and delightful brews. Try some exciting flavors are take a growler to-go!
19 residents recomanen
Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
1746 West Chicago Avenue
19 residents recomanen
As Chicago’s first botanic brewery, Forbidden Root is the place to go if you want to explore a flight of unusual and delightful brews. Try some exciting flavors are take a growler to-go!
Sit outside on their spacious patio. Enjoy a few margaritas and some tacos. Ifit’s a sunny day – this is the place to be! Order tacos, guac.
1178 residents recomanen
Big Star
1531 N Damen Ave
1178 residents recomanen
Sit outside on their spacious patio. Enjoy a few margaritas and some tacos. Ifit’s a sunny day – this is the place to be! Order tacos, guac.
Great spot to explore creative American brunch cuisine! Have a cup of coffeeand try some chicken and waffles in a clean modern atmosphere.
16 residents recomanen
Yolk - Wicker Park
1819 W Division St
16 residents recomanen
Great spot to explore creative American brunch cuisine! Have a cup of coffeeand try some chicken and waffles in a clean modern atmosphere.
One of the newest additions to Division Street! Come here for a handmade pasta and casual dining experience. We pick up fresh pasta and sauce and heat it up at home and enjoy. Can also do take out.
14 residents recomanen
Tortello
1746 W Division St
14 residents recomanen
One of the newest additions to Division Street! Come here for a handmade pasta and casual dining experience. We pick up fresh pasta and sauce and heat it up at home and enjoy. Can also do take out.
If you come to Chicago and don’t eat a Chicago Dog, we’re you even in Chicago? Luckily for you, Fatso’s is right down the street. Make this hole-in-the-wall a destination or stumble upon it late-night after a fun night out!
62 residents recomanen
Fatso's Last Stand
2258 W Chicago Ave
62 residents recomanen
If you come to Chicago and don’t eat a Chicago Dog, we’re you even in Chicago? Luckily for you, Fatso’s is right down the street. Make this hole-in-the-wall a destination or stumble upon it late-night after a fun night out!
Don’t’ forget dessert! You will keep coming back to Black Dog Gelato to try each of their unique, gourmet flavors. Dairy and gluten free options will ensure every sweet tooth is satisfied.
90 residents recomanen
Blue Frog Bar & Grill
676 N LaSalle Dr
90 residents recomanen
Don’t’ forget dessert! You will keep coming back to Black Dog Gelato to try each of their unique, gourmet flavors. Dairy and gluten free options will ensure every sweet tooth is satisfied.

Drinks & Nightlife

Amazing, James Beard Award winning cocktail speak-easy. You will enter a world (if you can find the door - find the mural across from Big Star) unlike any other. At once peaceful and exciting.
355 residents recomanen
The Violet Hour
1520 N Damen Ave
355 residents recomanen
Amazing, James Beard Award winning cocktail speak-easy. You will enter a world (if you can find the door - find the mural across from Big Star) unlike any other. At once peaceful and exciting.
12 residents recomanen
Philz Coffee
1640 W Division St
12 residents recomanen
Ol’ Chicago dive bar with music. Go have fun! Meet people!
19 residents recomanen
Phyllis Musical Inn
1800 W Division St
19 residents recomanen
Ol’ Chicago dive bar with music. Go have fun! Meet people!
This saloon-styled, craft cocktail bar is a must try for gin, rum, and scotch aficionados. With its dark wood, cozy interior, Queen Mary is the perfect nightcap to any night out on Division street.
40 residents recomanen
Queen Mary
2125 W Division St
40 residents recomanen
This saloon-styled, craft cocktail bar is a must try for gin, rum, and scotch aficionados. With its dark wood, cozy interior, Queen Mary is the perfect nightcap to any night out on Division street.
Pub-style beer and cocktail spot (now with to-go drinks). Their sausages make a good bar snack while you enjoy a drink on the patio.
100 residents recomanen
Bangers and Lace
1670 W Division St
100 residents recomanen
Pub-style beer and cocktail spot (now with to-go drinks). Their sausages make a good bar snack while you enjoy a drink on the patio.

Arts & Leisure

Ukranian Institute offer awesome, curated collections. Also, check out the speaker lists.
38 residents recomanen
Ukranian Institute of Modern Art
2320 W Chicago Ave
38 residents recomanen
Ukranian Institute offer awesome, curated collections. Also, check out the speaker lists.
AKA The Bloomingdale Trail—this 2.7 mile long, elevated trail is quite literallythe scenic route. Whether you’re traveling by bike, blades, or even baby carriage—you’ll enjoy the landscaping and art installations along with historic Chicago greenway.
241 residents recomanen
El 606
1805 North Ridgeway Avenue
241 residents recomanen
AKA The Bloomingdale Trail—this 2.7 mile long, elevated trail is quite literallythe scenic route. Whether you’re traveling by bike, blades, or even baby carriage—you’ll enjoy the landscaping and art installations along with historic Chicago greenway.
Swan Boats at Humboldt Park 1301 North Humboldt Drive What’s a more blissful afternoon than paddling around in the Humboldt Lagoon on a Swan Boat?
Wheel Fun Rentals - Humboldt Park
1301 N Humboldt Dr
Swan Boats at Humboldt Park 1301 North Humboldt Drive What’s a more blissful afternoon than paddling around in the Humboldt Lagoon on a Swan Boat?
473 residents recomanen
Porta del Núvol
201 E Randolph St
473 residents recomanen

Essentials

Walkable as long as you don't have heavy, heavy bags. Or maybe you are tougher than I am! :)
866 residents recomanen
Mariano's
2021 W Chicago Ave
866 residents recomanen
Walkable as long as you don't have heavy, heavy bags. Or maybe you are tougher than I am! :)
Pick up a great hostess gift, grab an espresso or just relax. This is a modern shop catering to life on the go!
30 residents recomanen
Foxtrot Market
1722 W Division St
30 residents recomanen
Pick up a great hostess gift, grab an espresso or just relax. This is a modern shop catering to life on the go!
Walkable along Davison- perfect for all your everyday essentials
35 residents recomanen
Target
2901 S Cicero Ave
35 residents recomanen
Walkable along Davison- perfect for all your everyday essentials

Getting Around

45 residents recomanen
Milwaukee & Division station
45 residents recomanen