Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Cindy's
12 S Michigan Ave Incredible views overlooking Millennium Park.
Honey Butter Fried Chicken
3361 N Elston AveThe best fried chicken you'll ever have.
Incredible views of the city and great dishes. A bit pricey but worth the experience.
525 locals recommend
The Signature Room at the 95th®
875 N Michigan AveIncredible views of the city and great dishes. A bit pricey but worth the experience.
State Restaurant
935 W Webster AveUpscale sports bar & grill, great environment.
Garcia's Restaurant
4760 N Lincoln AveAuthentic Mexican dishes and incredible margaritas.
Wonderful and quirky brunch spot that features most of it's menu around - you guessed it - bacon. This is a pretty hot spot for brunch on the weekends, so make sure to go early.
23 locals recommend
Bakin' & Eggs: A Lovely Idea
3120 N Lincoln AveWonderful and quirky brunch spot that features most of it's menu around - you guessed it - bacon. This is a pretty hot spot for brunch on the weekends, so make sure to go early.
Cute brunch spot right in the heart of DePaul and notorious for their Nutella Pancakes / Nutella French toast. Yum.
15 locals recommend
Jam 'n Honey
958 W Webster AveCute brunch spot right in the heart of DePaul and notorious for their Nutella Pancakes / Nutella French toast. Yum.
I've never had a chance to visit, but this is constantly referred to as one of the top brunch spots in the city. Another one that fills up very quickly, the earlier the better!
52 locals recommend
Batter & Berries
2748 N Lincoln AveI've never had a chance to visit, but this is constantly referred to as one of the top brunch spots in the city. Another one that fills up very quickly, the earlier the better!
Barn & Company
Great burgers, smoked BBQ, and drinks.
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
1120 N State StYou can't go wrong with Chicago Deep Dish...
Biograph Diner
2441 N Lincoln AveGreat food, open late. Large portions and big menu.
Dunkin'
2565 W Fullerton AveStarbucks
6738 N Sheridan RdSprinkles Chicago
50 E Walton StDrinks & Nightlife
Quaint and classy rooftop bar, open year round. Great for dinner and drinks, or a night out on the town.
124 locals recommend
The J. Parker
1816 N Clark StQuaint and classy rooftop bar, open year round. Great for dinner and drinks, or a night out on the town.
Standard Bar and Grill
1332 N Milwaukee AveGreat food & drinks at a good price.
Fun theme bar with ping pong and beer pong.
7 locals recommend
AceBounce Ping Pong Bar & Restaurant Chicago
230 N Clark StFun theme bar with ping pong and beer pong.
Fun theme bar filled with classic arcade games such as Pac Man & Frogger. All arcade games are free.
40 locals recommend
Headquarters Beercade
213 W Institute PlFun theme bar filled with classic arcade games such as Pac Man & Frogger. All arcade games are free.
Three Dots and a Dash
435 N Clark StTiki Bar with fun, beachy drinks... because why not!
ROOF on theWit
201 N State StIncredible rooftop bar with great views.
Drumbar
201 E Delaware PlSpeakeasy with a great rooftop bar and classic vibe.
Joy District Chicago
112 W Hubbard StLondon House Rooftop Bar
85 E Wacker DrZED451
739 N Clark StAn outdoor patio filled with hammocks, fire pits, and games. Fun atmosphere.
72 locals recommend
Park & Field
3509 W Fullerton AveAn outdoor patio filled with hammocks, fire pits, and games. Fun atmosphere.
The Fireplace Inn
1448 N Wells StBenchmark
1510 N Wells St
The Fifty/50
2047 W Division StInnjoy
2051 W Division StLottie's Pub
1925 W Cortland StParks & Nature
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StMaggie Daley Park
337 E Randolph StSightseeing
Willis Tower Skydeck
Navy Pier
600 E Grand AveBuckingham Fountain
301 S Columbus Dr
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark St Free!
Shopping
Water Tower Place
835 Michigan AveTarget
4466 N BroadwayEntertainment & Activities
Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison St Chicago Cubs
Soldier Field
1410 Special Olympics Dr Chicago Bears
Guaranteed Rate Field
333 W 35th St Chicago White Sox
United Center
1901 W Madison St Chicago Bulls & Chicago Blackhawks
Maggie Daley Park Rock Climbing
337 E Randolph Service StArts & Culture
Shedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrAdler Planetarium
1300 S Lake Shore DrThe Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore DrMuseum of Science & Industry station