Guidebook for Chicago
Drinks & Nightlife
Five Star Bar
1424 W Chicago AveGreat sports bar & restaurant
The Chipp Inn
832 N Greenview AveWonderful little dive bar with pool & jukebox
Bangers and Lace
1670 W Division StGreat beer selection, nice area of Division
The Bedford
1612 West Division StreetUpscale bar located in an old bank vault
Emporium Wicker Park
1366 N Milwaukee AveArcade Bar
Cole's Bar
2338 N Milwaukee AveGreat dive bar
Essentials
Jewel-Osco
3531 N BroadwayGrocery Store/Pharmacy
Mariano's
2021 W Chicago AveGrocery Store/Pharmacy
Garden Gourmet Market
1130 N Ashland AveSmall local Bodega for snacks/groceries
Food Scene
El Barco Mariscos
1035 N Ashland AveFantastic authentic Mexican Seafood
Revolution Brewing - Brewpub
2323 N Milwaukee AveGreat burgers
Longman & Eagle
2657 N Kedzie AveAmazing brunch
Hoosier Mama Pie Company
1618 W Chicago AveAdorable Pie Shop
Parson's Chicken & Fish
2952 W Armitage AveFun outdoor casual restaurant
Lovely Kitchen & Cafe
1130 North Milwaukee AvenueMy facorite Bakery/Coffee Shop
Blue Frog Bar & Grill
676 N LaSalle DrOut-there but delicious homemade Gelato flavors
The Winchester
1001 North Winchester AvenueGreat local brunch spot
Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits
2051 N California AveAnother great local pie shop
Sightseeing
Go to the Signature Room (bar) on the 98th floor for the best view of the city.
295 locals recommend
875 North Michigan Avenue
875 N Michigan AveGo to the Signature Room (bar) on the 98th floor for the best view of the city.
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark StFree!
Arts & Culture
Double Door
Music Venue
The Second City
230 W North AveAlways great improv shows, try HotTix and HalfPriceTickets
Reckless Records
929 W Belmont AveRecord Store
Dusty Groove
1120 N Ashland AveGreat record store
Shopping
Crossroads Trading
1519 N Milwaukee AveNice area of secondhand/thrift shops