Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
This has such a cute decor, you feel like you're in the country... the menu is thoughtfully put together and has a mix of all the comforting foods you know and love and it's ALL delicious.
25 locals recommend
Blue Door Farm Stand
2010 N Halsted StThis has such a cute decor, you feel like you're in the country... the menu is thoughtfully put together and has a mix of all the comforting foods you know and love and it's ALL delicious.
This is an awesome dining experience, Tapas & Sangria! What's not to love about that? It's a staple and a go to of ours in this area.
152 locals recommend
Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
2024 N Halsted StThis is an awesome dining experience, Tapas & Sangria! What's not to love about that? It's a staple and a go to of ours in this area.
Another FAVORITE! The decor is so amazing in this place you literally feel like your outside when you're inside. The food is great, the ambiance is great, their bakery is great & the wine selection is great!
117 locals recommend
Summer House Santa Monica
1954 N Halsted StAnother FAVORITE! The decor is so amazing in this place you literally feel like your outside when you're inside. The food is great, the ambiance is great, their bakery is great & the wine selection is great!
You will definitely need reservations for this HIGHLY rated restaurant... It has 3 Michelin stars!
97 locals recommend
Alinea
1723 N Halsted StYou will definitely need reservations for this HIGHLY rated restaurant... It has 3 Michelin stars!
This place has the best ribs in Chicago and has been around since 1932. Another personal favorite!
71 locals recommend
Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern
1655 North Sedgwick StreetThis place has the best ribs in Chicago and has been around since 1932. Another personal favorite!
Drinks & Nightlife
This is one of my favorite Irish Bar's in Lincoln Park, head over and catch the game!
8 locals recommend
Glascott Saloon
2158 N Halsted StThis is one of my favorite Irish Bar's in Lincoln Park, head over and catch the game!
Derby Themed with an indoor and outdoor space, enjoy your cocktails & watch the game
16 locals recommend
Derby Bar & Grill
1224 W Webster AveDerby Themed with an indoor and outdoor space, enjoy your cocktails & watch the game
This is located at the top floor of the Lincoln Hotel... You won't be disappointed with the drinks or the views! A personal favorite.
124 locals recommend
The J. Parker
1816 N Clark StThis is located at the top floor of the Lincoln Hotel... You won't be disappointed with the drinks or the views! A personal favorite.
Everything Else
This is the best free zoo! Just blocks away and surrounded by beautiful parks.
1117 locals recommend
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark StThis is the best free zoo! Just blocks away and surrounded by beautiful parks.
This beach is where all the families hang out during the summer, very close to the apartment and there are some fun restaurants/bars on the beach (did I mention the view of the skyline?)
338 locals recommend
North Avenue Beach
This beach is where all the families hang out during the summer, very close to the apartment and there are some fun restaurants/bars on the beach (did I mention the view of the skyline?)
Parks & Nature
This is a beautiful conservatory, walk through and you'll feel like you're in the jungle.
147 locals recommend
Lincoln Park Conservatory
2430 N Stockton DrThis is a beautiful conservatory, walk through and you'll feel like you're in the jungle.
Sightseeing
This is the Mag Mile... You will love the architecture & if you're like me you'll also love the shopping!
56 locals recommend
Michigan Avenue
Michigan AvenueThis is the Mag Mile... You will love the architecture & if you're like me you'll also love the shopping!
Head up to the conservation deck on the tippy top and see some great views of Chicago!
157 locals recommend
John Hancock Center
875 North Michigan AvenueHead up to the conservation deck on the tippy top and see some great views of Chicago!
Cloud Gate (The Bean) is a famous sculpture that you can check out in the middle of Millennium Park, there are lots of other things nearby as well.
473 locals recommend
Cloud Gate
201 E Randolph StCloud Gate (The Bean) is a famous sculpture that you can check out in the middle of Millennium Park, there are lots of other things nearby as well.
Arts & Culture
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveThis is my favorite Museum of them all!
Entertainment & Activities
Shedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrAnother fun spot and personal Fav!
There is a movie theatre, kings entertainment which I think has bowling and comedy shows and shopping all in this area.
12 locals recommend
Newcity
1457 N Halsted StThere is a movie theatre, kings entertainment which I think has bowling and comedy shows and shopping all in this area.
The Second City
230 W North AveComedy Shows & Improv