Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
They make their own products in-house using organic, non-GMO flours and sugars, plus locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.
31 locals recommend
Smack Dab Chicago
6730 N Clark StThey make their own products in-house using organic, non-GMO flours and sugars, plus locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.
Native favorites include the Cinnamon French Toast, Bacon-Wrapped Eggs, and Breakfast Bread Pudding.
94 locals recommend
m.henry
5707 N Clark StNative favorites include the Cinnamon French Toast, Bacon-Wrapped Eggs, and Breakfast Bread Pudding.
Metropolis Coffee Company
1039 W Granville AveKnown for its variety of coffees and pastries
Known for deliciously flaky croissants and other delectibales.
They have special weekend brunch items, so check at the register to see what they have that day.
10 locals recommend
pHlour Bakery & Cafe
1138 W Bryn Mawr AveKnown for deliciously flaky croissants and other delectibales.
They have special weekend brunch items, so check at the register to see what they have that day.
Try the Crazy Cake Shake - cupcake blended with frozen custard. They always have vanilla, chocolate, and a fruit flavor. Great spot for a quick sweet-tooth fix.
34 locals recommend
Lickity Split Frozen Custard
6056 N BroadwayTry the Crazy Cake Shake - cupcake blended with frozen custard. They always have vanilla, chocolate, and a fruit flavor. Great spot for a quick sweet-tooth fix.
Have vegan ice cream flavors and whipped creams. Also have dipped cookies, cotton candy, and other sweet treats.
39 locals recommend
George's Ice Cream & Sweets
5306 N Clark StHave vegan ice cream flavors and whipped creams. Also have dipped cookies, cotton candy, and other sweet treats.
Dak
1104 W Granville AveKnown for their Korean Chicken Wings, Dubakki, and Bulgogi
European-inspired dishes with thoughtfully paired wine choices. Great atmosphere and wonderful staff.
21 locals recommend
Income Tax
European-inspired dishes with thoughtfully paired wine choices. Great atmosphere and wonderful staff.
Little Bad Wolf
1541 W Bryn Mawr AveBao buns and burgers are recommended at this trendy restaurant.
Described as the best Ethiopian restaurant in Chicago! Must try the veggie combo with injera. Gluten-free injera is available upon request.
41 locals recommend
Ethiopian Diamond
6120 N BroadwayDescribed as the best Ethiopian restaurant in Chicago! Must try the veggie combo with injera. Gluten-free injera is available upon request.
Native favorites include the Pho and the egg rolls (get a free one for checking in on Yelp).
Little Vietnam Restaurant
1132 W Bryn Mawr AveNative favorites include the Pho and the egg rolls (get a free one for checking in on Yelp).
Make sure you get the margarita special and enchiladas with mole sauce!
14 locals recommend
Mas Alla del Sol
5848 N BroadwayMake sure you get the margarita special and enchiladas with mole sauce!
Drinks & Nightlife
Pinball machine and over 60 beers. Locals like to hang out here to watch games and events.
double bubble
6036 N BroadwayPinball machine and over 60 beers. Locals like to hang out here to watch games and events.
Been around for almost 50 years, a gay dive bar appeals to all who want cheap drinks and a friendly atmosphere.
Granville Anvil
1137 W Granville AveBeen around for almost 50 years, a gay dive bar appeals to all who want cheap drinks and a friendly atmosphere.
High-quality cocktails at a reasonable price. Dog friendly with cozy couches.
72 locals recommend
Rogers Park Social
6920 N Glenwood AveHigh-quality cocktails at a reasonable price. Dog friendly with cozy couches.
Elegant, relaxed bar scene with reasonable prices and a variety of drinks.
16 locals recommend
Elixir Andersonville
1509 W Balmoral AveElegant, relaxed bar scene with reasonable prices and a variety of drinks.
Getting Around
-Single Ride Pass for $3 if you want to try it out once!
- Tourist Pass ("Explorer" Pass) is way better for Chicago visitors - $15 for 3 hour rides over a 24 hour pass period, which is perfect for riding the Lake Shore path.
- Official Divvy App lets you unlock a bike from your phone with the code, instead of using the keychain fob. Other third party apps (e.g. Transit) work too.
Divy Bikes
-Single Ride Pass for $3 if you want to try it out once!
- Tourist Pass ("Explorer" Pass) is way better for Chicago visitors - $15 for 3 hour rides over a 24 hour pass period, which is perfect for riding the Lake Shore path.
- Official Divvy App lets you unlock a bike from your phone with the code, instead of using the keychain fob. Other third party apps (e.g. Transit) work too.
Entertainment & Activities
Located on Lake Michigan, the Navy Pier encompasses more than fifty acres of parks, gardens, shops, restaurants, family attractions, and exhibition facilities and is the top leisure destination in the Midwest, drawing nearly nine million visitors annually.
933 locals recommend
Navy Pier
600 E Grand AveLocated on Lake Michigan, the Navy Pier encompasses more than fifty acres of parks, gardens, shops, restaurants, family attractions, and exhibition facilities and is the top leisure destination in the Midwest, drawing nearly nine million visitors annually.
Arts & Culture
Located next to the Shedd Aquarium, The Field Museum is a must-see for Chicago visitors. View almost 40 million artifacts and specimens from the Mummies Exhibit to the Ancient Egypt Pyramid Exhibit to the 3D Historical Movies, you could spend all day exploring and learning.
657 locals recommend
The Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore DrLocated next to the Shedd Aquarium, The Field Museum is a must-see for Chicago visitors. View almost 40 million artifacts and specimens from the Mummies Exhibit to the Ancient Egypt Pyramid Exhibit to the 3D Historical Movies, you could spend all day exploring and learning.
Located next to The Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium provides a variety of exhibits to entertain and inform. See the dolphin show, playing penguins, animal chats and encounters, and 4-D experiences.
673 locals recommend
Shedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrLocated next to The Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium provides a variety of exhibits to entertain and inform. See the dolphin show, playing penguins, animal chats and encounters, and 4-D experiences.
Conveniently located near the Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium, the Adler Planetarium offers hours of fun with their various events and exhibits about the solar system, specific planets, the universe, and design lab.
393 locals recommend
Adler Planetarium
1300 S Lake Shore DrConveniently located near the Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium, the Adler Planetarium offers hours of fun with their various events and exhibits about the solar system, specific planets, the universe, and design lab.
Parks & Nature
Grant Park
337 E Randolph StView the amazing Buckingham Fountain and enjoy a picnic in the park.
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
3640 N Halsted StGrab the freshest ingredients at a convenient location
Aldi
3363 N Milwaukee AveGet everything you need a t a great price