Food scene
The food is amazing and the cheesecake is to die for, if you don’t have time to pick it up in person I recommend door-dashing it. The pineapple upside down cheesecake is the best!
C.Y.O.C. Create Your Own Cheesecake and Cheesesteak - North Chicago
2314 North Green Bay RoadThe food is amazing and the cheesecake is to die for, if you don’t have time to pick it up in person I recommend door-dashing it. The pineapple upside down cheesecake is the best!
If you’re in the city proper early you must check out Sugar Moon! Easily Chicago’s best bakery, but be warned they usually sell out by noon. Check their Instagram @sugarmoonchi for more
6 locals recommend
Sugar Moon
3612 W Wrightwood AveIf you’re in the city proper early you must check out Sugar Moon! Easily Chicago’s best bakery, but be warned they usually sell out by noon. Check their Instagram @sugarmoonchi for more
JJ FISH & CHICKEN
1332 North Lewis AvenueSauce & Toss
4200 Illinois 173The mango flavor is unbelievable and they have homemade ranch.
Local Mexican snack place! They have amazing treats (highly recommend the Sandia Rocketa if available) also very involved in local community.
Chikito Pero Picoso Co.
2215 Grand AvenueLocal Mexican snack place! They have amazing treats (highly recommend the Sandia Rocketa if available) also very involved in local community.
If you’re looking for something a little more upscale whilst also being affordable and nearby this is a fabulous option!
The Chocolate Sanctuary
5101 Washington StIf you’re looking for something a little more upscale whilst also being affordable and nearby this is a fabulous option!
Portillo's Hot Dogs
855 Cog CirSightseeing
Absolutely gorgeous, the truffles in the gift shop are heaven.
167 locals recommend
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook RdAbsolutely gorgeous, the truffles in the gift shop are heaven.
If you love escape rooms or you’ve never been 60 to Escape is awesome! Located inside the Gurnee Mills Mall they provide private escape games for groups of two or more people and it’s always a great experience!
60 to Escape - Escape Rooms
6170 West Grand AvenueIf you love escape rooms or you’ve never been 60 to Escape is awesome! Located inside the Gurnee Mills Mall they provide private escape games for groups of two or more people and it’s always a great experience!
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark StIt’s free except for parking!
Great place to catch a show, within walking distance of the house.
16 locals recommend
Genesee Theatre
203 N Genesee StGreat place to catch a show, within walking distance of the house.
Six Flags Great America
1 Great America ParkwayIllinois Beach State Park
1 Lake Front DrNeighborhoods
Cute downtown area similar to Waukegan with great food options and a nice park.
8 locals recommend
Libertyville
Cute downtown area similar to Waukegan with great food options and a nice park.
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