Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Local Metropolis beans and tasty beverages from basic coffee to fancier offerings
98 locals recommend
Dollop Coffee Co.
4181 N Clarendon AveLocal Metropolis beans and tasty beverages from basic coffee to fancier offerings
Bombay Wraps
330 E Ohio StUltra-tasty Indian street food at inexpensive prices
Waffles Cafe
203 E Ohio StBreakfast or wonuts (waffle/donuts)
Shula's Steak House
301 E North Water StExcellent steaks
Dao Thai Restaurant and Noodle Palace
230 E Ohio StTry the "nam tok," or spicy beef salad
Bandera
535 N Michigan AveDelicious food overlooking Michigan Avenue
Oysy
50 E Grand AveUltra-modern spot with ultra-fresh sushi
Blaze Pizza
953 W Belmont AveQuick-fired pizza ready in minutes
West Egg Cafe
620 N Fairbanks CtEggsellent breakfast
Niu Japanese Fusion Lounge
332 E Illinois StSnazzy sushi
Tre Soldi
212 E Ohio StItalian
Drinks & Nightlife
Open late every night of the week. Tons of beers, pool, good food and friendly service. Regularly packed
18 locals recommend
Timothy O'Toole's Pub
622 N Fairbanks CtOpen late every night of the week. Tons of beers, pool, good food and friendly service. Regularly packed
Convivial local bar right on the Chicago River. Stunning views just outside
10 locals recommend
Lizzie McNeill's
400 N McClurg CtConvivial local bar right on the Chicago River. Stunning views just outside
Vertigo Sky Lounge
2 West Erie StreetAwesome rooftop bar with city views
IO Godfrey Rooftop Lounge
127 W Huron StUltra slick lounge/nightspot
Everything Else
NBC Tower
455 N Cityfront Plaza DrCatch the taping of something here
Panera Bread
2 N Michigan AveGrab a healthy salad
ROOF on theWit
201 N State StCool rooftop bar/nightclub
AMC River East 21
322 E Illinois StCatch a flick
Shopping
Chicago's landmark upscale shopping street is just a few blocks west
598 locals recommend
Hot Tix - Mag Mile Location
Chicago's landmark upscale shopping street is just a few blocks west
Sightseeing
Skip the charge for the observatory and get a drink here and enjoy the same world-class views
525 locals recommend
The Signature Room at the 95th®
875 N Michigan AveSkip the charge for the observatory and get a drink here and enjoy the same world-class views
Take in Chicago's magnificent architecture along the Chicago River
273 locals recommend
Chicago Riverwalk
306-370 W Wacker DrTake in Chicago's magnificent architecture along the Chicago River
Navy Pier has it all - from shopping and bars to virtual reality games and entertainment for kids and adults. A movie theater and giant ferris wheel
933 locals recommend
Navy Pier
600 E Grand AveNavy Pier has it all - from shopping and bars to virtual reality games and entertainment for kids and adults. A movie theater and giant ferris wheel
The Bean, walking paths, concert venue. Millennium Park is a beautiful urban sanctuary.
1243 locals recommend
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StThe Bean, walking paths, concert venue. Millennium Park is a beautiful urban sanctuary.
Entertainment & Activities
Lucky Strike
322 E Illinois StGet your bowl and/or drink on. Co-located with AMC movie theater
Arts & Culture
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveWorld class art