Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
If you can't make it to the legenday Au Cheval in West Loop, this is a great option to try a quick serve version of the legendary burger!
161 locals recommend
Small Cheval
1732 N Milwaukee AveIf you can't make it to the legenday Au Cheval in West Loop, this is a great option to try a quick serve version of the legendary burger!
Great spot with a metal/biker vibe offering a solid menu with lots of vegetarian and vegan options!
140 locals recommend
Handlebar
2311 W North AveGreat spot with a metal/biker vibe offering a solid menu with lots of vegetarian and vegan options!
Upscale restaurant with a fantastic bar literally around the corner in a rustic setting that used to be a Turkish bathhouse. Food is outstanding!
59 locals recommend
Trench
2039 West North AvenueUpscale restaurant with a fantastic bar literally around the corner in a rustic setting that used to be a Turkish bathhouse. Food is outstanding!
Great pizzeria (New Haven style... go elsewhere for that Chicago deep dish!) that also operates a brewery.
488 locals recommend
Piece Brewery
1927 W North AveGreat pizzeria (New Haven style... go elsewhere for that Chicago deep dish!) that also operates a brewery.
Wicker Park classic offering delicious street tacos and a full bar. There's a full outdoor patio which is always bustling in the summer.
1176 locals recommend
Big Star
1531 N Damen AveWicker Park classic offering delicious street tacos and a full bar. There's a full outdoor patio which is always bustling in the summer.
This Top Chef's Michelin rated Mexican-French restaurant provides an incredible dining experience!
36 locals recommend
Mexique
1529 West Chicago AvenueThis Top Chef's Michelin rated Mexican-French restaurant provides an incredible dining experience!
In my opinon, without question the best Chicago deep dish!
513 locals recommend
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
1120 N State StIn my opinon, without question the best Chicago deep dish!
Great restaurant with lots of small plates. Rooftop. Full bar. Always a good time!
7 locals recommend
Bernie's Chicago
660 N Orleans StGreat restaurant with lots of small plates. Rooftop. Full bar. Always a good time!
The Wormhole Coffee
1462 N Milwaukee AveQuirky coffee shop
Amazing quick-serve Mediterranean spot right around the block! Delicious, fast, and cheap. It never disappoints for a quick bite.
99 locals recommend
Sultan's Market
2057 W North AveAmazing quick-serve Mediterranean spot right around the block! Delicious, fast, and cheap. It never disappoints for a quick bite.
Stan's Donuts & Coffee
1560 N Damen AveGreat donut spot right next to the Damen blue line!
Hero Coffee Bar
1651 W Chicago AveBest iced coffee in Chicago!
Ramen Wasabi
2101 N Milwaukee AveFantastic ramen spot just down Milwaukee.
Margie's Candies
1960 N Western AveAmazing old school style ice cream and candy shop!
Delicious Costa Rican restaurant about a 10 minute walk away/
109 locals recommend
Irazu Costa Rican Restaurant & Catering
1865 N Milwaukee AveDelicious Costa Rican restaurant about a 10 minute walk away/
Brobagel
1931 W North AveQuick serve style bagel store.
Hip, upscale diner with a focus on tex-mex. Good for brunch or dinner, just make sure you get the chicken fried chicken.
113 locals recommend
Dove's Luncheonette
1545 N Damen AveHip, upscale diner with a focus on tex-mex. Good for brunch or dinner, just make sure you get the chicken fried chicken.
Fancy and delicious brunch with unique breakfast items (breakfast risotto, bananas foster french toast, tiny donuts with jam) and morning cocktails if you're feeling bougie.
108 locals recommend
Mindy’s HotChocolate
1623 N Damen AveFancy and delicious brunch with unique breakfast items (breakfast risotto, bananas foster french toast, tiny donuts with jam) and morning cocktails if you're feeling bougie.
Leghorn Chicken
Baller chicken sandwiches.
Bite Cafe
1039 N Western AveAmazing upscale food at budget prices and BYOB.
Shopping
Shuga Records
1272 N Milwaukee AveReally cool vinyl shop with a good array of new stuff and oldies.
Myopic Books
1564 N Milwaukee AveMassive used book store!
Volumes Bookcafe
1373 N Milwaukee AveBookstore, Cafe, Bakery, lovely place.
Drinks & Nightlife
Fantastic upscale cocktail lounge. These bartenders know what's up. Prepare to wait if you're going late on a weekend.
355 locals recommend
The Violet Hour
1520 N Damen AveFantastic upscale cocktail lounge. These bartenders know what's up. Prepare to wait if you're going late on a weekend.
One of the best jazz clubs in the country, no joke! Open until 4am everyday and 5am on Saturdays. There is a cover. There's also a kitchen in the back, but it does close earlier.
458 locals recommend
Kingston Mines
2548 N Halsted StOne of the best jazz clubs in the country, no joke! Open until 4am everyday and 5am on Saturdays. There is a cover. There's also a kitchen in the back, but it does close earlier.
Revolution Brewing - Brewpub
2323 N Milwaukee Ave Fun local brewery.
Bangers and Lace
1670 W Division StCool, dimly lit bar with a massive whiskey collection.
Sportsman's Club
948 N Western AveGood late night patio with craft cocktails - cash only.
Happy Village
1059 N Wolcott AveDive bar with big outdoor seating and ping pong!
Arts & Culture
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveWonderful museum with lots of great classics!
Always interesting exhibits at the contemporary art museum!
532 locals recommend
Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago
220 E Chicago AveAlways interesting exhibits at the contemporary art museum!
Chicago Truborn
1741 W Chicago AveCool gallery featuring contemporary street artists.
Vertical Gallery
2006 N Western AveCool gallery featuring contemporary street artists.
Galerie F
211 N Milwaukee AveCool gallery featuring contemporary street artists.
Avant-garde, European theatre company in an intimate basement venue. Never disappoints!
Trap Door Theatre
1655 W Cortland StAvant-garde, European theatre company in an intimate basement venue. Never disappoints!
Essentials
Walgreens Pharmacy
1601 N Milwaukee AveWalgreens right around the block!
Entertainment & Activities
Iconic Chicago comedy club. Make sure to grab tickets beforehand!
433 locals recommend
The Second City
230 W North AveIconic Chicago comedy club. Make sure to grab tickets beforehand!
Neo-Futurists
5153 North Ashland AvenueTheatre and Comedy troupe
Emporium Wicker Park
1366 N Milwaukee AveFun barcade