Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Big Jones
5347 N Clark StThey have great southern style brunch or dinner. Recently remodeled.
Drinks & Nightlife
Endless beer list and delicious gastro-pub food. I recommend the CB&J (cashew butter and fig jamb) or the Catfish Sandwich.
251 locals recommend
Hopleaf
5148 N Clark StEndless beer list and delicious gastro-pub food. I recommend the CB&J (cashew butter and fig jamb) or the Catfish Sandwich.
Parks & Nature
One of my favorite spots to relax and take note of the changing seasons. Same landscape designer as the Highline in NYC.
19 locals recommend
Lurie Garden
220 E Monroe StOne of my favorite spots to relax and take note of the changing seasons. Same landscape designer as the Highline in NYC.
Arts & Culture
They have great shows! ..and you can do some retail therapy on Michigan Avenue when your done.
532 locals recommend
Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago
220 E Chicago AveThey have great shows! ..and you can do some retail therapy on Michigan Avenue when your done.
Shopping
Martha Mae
1727 West Grand AvenueBeautifully curated art and supply store. Don't miss this shop!
Interior design staple! Larry has been in business for two decades now, and his designs are well known all over Chicago. Very unique furniture and found objects.
24 locals recommend
Scout
5221 N Clark StInterior design staple! Larry has been in business for two decades now, and his designs are well known all over Chicago. Very unique furniture and found objects.
Mercantile M
5409 1/2 N Clark StCute antique store with fair prices and friendly staff.
Essentials
Small local business.... try to shop here instead of Jewel, (across the street).
37 locals recommend
Edgewater Produce
5515 N Clark StSmall local business.... try to shop here instead of Jewel, (across the street).