Guidebook for Chicago
Arts & Culture
Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison StThe crown jewel of the National League.
Metro
3730 N Clark StThe best rock music venue in Chicago.
Mercury Theater Chicago
3745 N Southport AveOff-Broadway theatrical shows right down the street.
Are you an indie film buff? Catch any of the film festivals throughout the year -- French, Italian, classic horror, noir, kung fu -- and you won't be sorry.
152 locals recommend
Music Box Theatre
3733 N Southport AveAre you an indie film buff? Catch any of the film festivals throughout the year -- French, Italian, classic horror, noir, kung fu -- and you won't be sorry.
Essentials
Jewel-Osco
3531 N BroadwayAny food or beverage item you need is just a leisurely stroll away.
3640 N Halsted St
3640 North Halsted StreetA wide selection of delicious organic food, within walking distance.
Drinks & Nightlife
Our favorite neighborhood bar attracts only locals and features tons of classic board games.
38 locals recommend
Guthrie's Tavern
1300 W Addison StOur favorite neighborhood bar attracts only locals and features tons of classic board games.
One of Esquire Magazine's favorite bourbon bars is about a mile north of the condo.
39 locals recommend
Delilah's Chicago
2771 North Lincoln AvenueOne of Esquire Magazine's favorite bourbon bars is about a mile north of the condo.
Food Scene
Voted the most eco-friendly restaurant in the ENTIRE WORLD, this kitschy, cozy place serves amazing food and beer -- all locally sourced. Go there.
56 locals recommend
Uncommon Ground (lakeview)
3800 North Clark StreetVoted the most eco-friendly restaurant in the ENTIRE WORLD, this kitschy, cozy place serves amazing food and beer -- all locally sourced. Go there.
Harmony Grill
3159 North Southport AvenueYou will not regret the Southern-fried brunch at this local favorite.
If you like Texas-style BBQ and drinking local suds from mason jars, we recommend this place for lunch.
43 locals recommend
Old Crow Smokehouse
3506 N Clark StIf you like Texas-style BBQ and drinking local suds from mason jars, we recommend this place for lunch.
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
1505 N Milwaukee AveThe ice cream here is preposterously good.
Screw Starbucks. We support local business and this place makes kick-ass coffee and delicious empanadas from within one of the smallest stores you'll ever walk into.
33 locals recommend
Cafe Tola
3612 N Southport AveScrew Starbucks. We support local business and this place makes kick-ass coffee and delicious empanadas from within one of the smallest stores you'll ever walk into.
Everything Else
Be shopping on Michigan Avenue in 20 minutes without the parking headaches and cost.
112 locals recommend
Addison Red Line Station
West Addison StreetBe shopping on Michigan Avenue in 20 minutes without the parking headaches and cost.
Here on business? Arrive by train? Get to (or come from) the Loop in 25 minutes. You'll beat rush hour traffic every time.
46 locals recommend
Southport station
Here on business? Arrive by train? Get to (or come from) the Loop in 25 minutes. You'll beat rush hour traffic every time.
Sightseeing
When's the last time you went for a walk in a city and you came upon a full-fledged, FREE zoo? Like, never. Lions, tigers, and bears.
1117 locals recommend
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark StWhen's the last time you went for a walk in a city and you came upon a full-fledged, FREE zoo? Like, never. Lions, tigers, and bears.
Did you know that Chicago claims 26 miles of public beaches? The most popular beach in the city is well within your reach. Enjoy the summer sun basking along the coast of Lake Michigan.
32 locals recommend
Fullerton Beach
Did you know that Chicago claims 26 miles of public beaches? The most popular beach in the city is well within your reach. Enjoy the summer sun basking along the coast of Lake Michigan.
Gap
3416 N Southport AveRent a bike and see the city!