Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Eleven City Diner
1112 S Wabash AveThis is a great diner just across the street,
This is one of my favorite breakfast locations in the city. It tends to be busy, but the food has always been worth it!
49 locals recommend
Yolk - South Loop
1120 S Michigan AveThis is one of my favorite breakfast locations in the city. It tends to be busy, but the food has always been worth it!
The Pork Wings are to die for. I love everything this place has to offer from the service to the food, definitely a must!
48 locals recommend
Flo & Santos
1310 S Wabash AveThe Pork Wings are to die for. I love everything this place has to offer from the service to the food, definitely a must!
Great Brunch/Breakfast location. Again they will have a line, but the food is always good!
199 locals recommend
Bongo Room
1470 N Milwaukee AveGreat Brunch/Breakfast location. Again they will have a line, but the food is always good!
This is my FAVORITE brunch in the city. It's a short cab ride and in a fun/artsy neighborhood! The food is delicious, I've never had to wait, this is a must for any foodie!
26 locals recommend
Nightwood
2119 S Halsted StThis is my FAVORITE brunch in the city. It's a short cab ride and in a fun/artsy neighborhood! The food is delicious, I've never had to wait, this is a must for any foodie!
Chicago Waffles
1400 S Michigan AveI've been here a handful of times, haven't been let down once!
I love the vibe and the atmosphere of this place, it's a great place to grab a cocktail and unwind!
17 locals recommend
Square One
1400 S Michigan AveI love the vibe and the atmosphere of this place, it's a great place to grab a cocktail and unwind!
Edwardo's Natural Pizza
1321 E 57th StChicago Style Pizza... Need I say more = )
They have a great Lunch Buffet, if you are not familiar with Indian food and want to give it a go, this is a great option!
13 locals recommend
Chicago Curry House Restaurant
899 S Plymouth CtThey have a great Lunch Buffet, if you are not familiar with Indian food and want to give it a go, this is a great option!
Opart Thai House Restaurant
1546 S State StMay favorite thai food in the city!
This is a great place to catch live music, their outdoor rooftop is also amazing in the summer!
50 locals recommend
Reggies Chicago
2105 S State StThis is a great place to catch live music, their outdoor rooftop is also amazing in the summer!
Lucky’s Sandwich Co.
1635 N Milwaukee AveThese sandwiches are delicious!
Such a great place to share small bites, great sangria and cocktails as well!
17 locals recommend
Tapas Valencia
1530 S State StSuch a great place to share small bites, great sangria and cocktails as well!
Great Coffee, my favorite is their special with coconut milk and cayenne!
17 locals recommend
Overflow Coffee Bar
1449 S State StGreat Coffee, my favorite is their special with coconut milk and cayenne!
Chicago definitely doesn't fall short on breakfast places, this is yet another that I LOVE!
40 locals recommend
Stax Cafe
1401 W Taylor StChicago definitely doesn't fall short on breakfast places, this is yet another that I LOVE!
Very cute place, wonderful owner, live music on Fridays with BYOB.
6 locals recommend
THE COFFEE ALLEY
1152 W Taylor StVery cute place, wonderful owner, live music on Fridays with BYOB.
Nuevo Leon Restaurant
1515 West 18th StreetDelicious Mexican food, it's my favorite in the area!
Pl-zen
1519 W 18th StThis is one of my favorite places in the city!
Coming from St. Louis, I love my BBQ, this place definitely does BBQ right; it's a must for anyone who's craving anything smoked!
141 locals recommend
Honky Tonk BBQ
1213 W 18th StComing from St. Louis, I love my BBQ, this place definitely does BBQ right; it's a must for anyone who's craving anything smoked!
Ciao Amore
1134 W 18th StLarge portions and delicious food!
Great for a quick bite to eat, I love their subs and not to mention the oatmeal chocolate chip cookies!
30 locals recommend
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
3424 N Southport AveGreat for a quick bite to eat, I love their subs and not to mention the oatmeal chocolate chip cookies!
Drinks & Nightlife
The Scout Waterhouse + Kitchen
1301 S Wabash AveThis is a great place to catch any sporting event!
Closer to a dive than the rest of the neighborhood, I love it because they have a dart board!
22 locals recommend
Weather Mark Tavern
1503 S Michigan AveCloser to a dive than the rest of the neighborhood, I love it because they have a dart board!
It's a bit of a walk, but it's my favorite bar in the neighborhood. Located in Printers Row, there is a lot to do in that vicinity, well worth paying a visit!
9 locals recommend
Kasey's Tavern
701 S Dearborn StIt's a bit of a walk, but it's my favorite bar in the neighborhood. Located in Printers Row, there is a lot to do in that vicinity, well worth paying a visit!
Plymouth Restaurant & Rooftop Bar
327 S Plymouth CtGreat outdoor rooftop!
This is a bit of a trek from the apartment, but if you are looking for the best sushi (that I've had) you have to come. They have a to die for Lobster roll with a butter soy dipping sauce. . .
42 locals recommend
Wakamono
3313 N BroadwayThis is a bit of a trek from the apartment, but if you are looking for the best sushi (that I've had) you have to come. They have a to die for Lobster roll with a butter soy dipping sauce. . .
This place has an awesome vibe, great drinks really a chill place to just pop into!
151 locals recommend
Simone's
960 W 18th StThis place has an awesome vibe, great drinks really a chill place to just pop into!
Three Aces
1321 W Taylor StVery unique menu, great food, again great atmosphere!
Dusek's Board & Beer
1227 W 18th StQuite possibly my favorite brunch in the City.
Essentials
This is the most convenient thing about living here, if you need anything during your stay, you're literally above Trader Joes!
110 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
1528 E 55th StThis is the most convenient thing about living here, if you need anything during your stay, you're literally above Trader Joes!
Everything Else
Jewel-Osco
1224 S Wabash AveAgain Very convenient for your stay, if you want to cook etc.
This trail is very easy to access from here, great for running, taking a leisurely stroll, and accessing museum campus! You can access it from Roosevelt road or event through Grant Park.
229 locals recommend
Lakefront Trail
Lakefront TrailThis trail is very easy to access from here, great for running, taking a leisurely stroll, and accessing museum campus! You can access it from Roosevelt road or event through Grant Park.
Great Music festivals, awesome for picnic and just really relaxing all together!
332 locals recommend
Grant Park
337 E Randolph StGreat Music festivals, awesome for picnic and just really relaxing all together!
Great for people watching, live music, the bean, etc. It's also kind of the beginning of the Mag Mile!
1243 locals recommend
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StGreat for people watching, live music, the bean, etc. It's also kind of the beginning of the Mag Mile!
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveAlways a must if your visiting Chicago!
Soldier Field
1410 Special Olympics DrThe iconic Soldier Field
Adler Planetarium
1300 S Lake Shore DrOne of Chicago's many amazing museums.
Shedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrAnother one of the Cities icons.