Guidebook for Chicago
Drinks & Nightlife
Great place if you are looking for trendy, ' who is who' but comfortable place to get drinks or dessert.
49 locals recommend
Pump Room
1301 N State PkwyGreat place if you are looking for trendy, ' who is who' but comfortable place to get drinks or dessert.
Food Scene
This 24 hour diner puts IHOP to shame. Ellys is a great place anytime of day for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It is not the average diner food. They also make great smoothies.
22 locals recommend
Elly's Pancake House
101 West North AvenueThis 24 hour diner puts IHOP to shame. Ellys is a great place anytime of day for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It is not the average diner food. They also make great smoothies.
Very good southern/bbq restaurant. It is an excuse to get dressed up but still eat good bbq!
46 locals recommend
Chicago Q
1160 N Dearborn StVery good southern/bbq restaurant. It is an excuse to get dressed up but still eat good bbq!
Very good place for brunch because of the diverse menu of traditional dishes with a creative spin. Food is great and large portions
22 locals recommend
Hash House a Go Go
Very good place for brunch because of the diverse menu of traditional dishes with a creative spin. Food is great and large portions
Pizza and Pasta wine bar with intimate atmosphere. Great for a low-key date night
7 locals recommend
Eduardo's Enoteca
1212 N Dearborn StPizza and Pasta wine bar with intimate atmosphere. Great for a low-key date night
Starbucks
210 W North AveLocal starbucks is very friendly and cozy
Everything Else
Water Tower Place
835 Michigan AveOne stop shop for retail needs.Chicago icon on the Mag Mile
Vickies Nail Salon
7 E Superior StLocal nail salon with nice ambiance and great manis/pedis
Entertainment & Activities
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark StLincoln Park Zoo is a nice tranquil getaway in the city