Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Star Lounge Coffee Bar (Dark Matter Coffee)
2521 W Chicago AveBreakthrough FamilyPlex
3219 W Carroll Ave The Bridge Cafe is located inside the Family Plex
Metric Coffee Co.
2021 W Fulton StStax Cafe
1401 W Taylor StGreat breakfast spot
WHISK
2018 W Chicago Ave Yummy breakfast!
Batter & Berries
2748 N Lincoln AveSweet Maple Cafe
1339 W Taylor StAmazing breakfast spot
A favorite spot for breakfast among local Chicagoans
88 locals recommend
Cozy Corner Restaurant and Pancake House
2294 N Milwaukee AveA favorite spot for breakfast among local Chicagoans
Bongo Room
1470 N Milwaukee AveBreakfast and brunch
Pompei
1531 W Taylor StYummy Italian food in the Little Italy neighborhood
Chilango Mexican Street Food
1437 West Taylor StreetBIG & little's Restaurant
1034 W Belmont AveDelicious burgers and yummy tacos
Feed
2803 W Chicago AveCash only! Amazing fried chicken and other comfort food
Cash-only counter-serve Middle Eastern spot with falafel, gyros & more plus a large salad bar.
99 locals recommend
Sultan's Market
2057 W North AveCash-only counter-serve Middle Eastern spot with falafel, gyros & more plus a large salad bar.
Small Cheval
1732 N Milwaukee AveSuper yummy burgers and fries
Au Cheval
800 W Randolph StNando’s Peri-Peri
953 W Randolph StDelicious chicken and other food originating in South Africa
Iconic Chicago restaurant serving Chicago-style hot dogs and italian beef sandwiches
270 locals recommend
Portillo's Hot Dogs
100 W Ontario StIconic Chicago restaurant serving Chicago-style hot dogs and italian beef sandwiches
Honey Butter Fried Chicken
3361 N Elston AveGiordano's
5311 S Blackstone AveThe BEST Chicago style pizza in town!
Burgers, shakes, and lots of ice cream options with only outdoor seating! It's a family favorite in town
43 locals recommend
The Freeze
2815 W Armitage AveBurgers, shakes, and lots of ice cream options with only outdoor seating! It's a family favorite in town
Parson's Chicken & Fish
2952 W Armitage AveSmallcakes: A Cupcakery And Creamery
3054 N Greenview AveSkinny Piggy Bakery
1438 W Cortland StSpinning J Bakery and Soda Fountain
1000 N California AveLa Bomba Restaurant IL
3221 W Armitage AveYummy Puerto Rican food!
Letizia's Natural Bakery
2144 W Division StThe Boundary Tavern and Grille
1932 W Division StInspiration Kitchens
3504 W Lake StSightseeing
See Cloudgate - "The Bean" and other quiet, beautiful spots in the park. There is often live music in the Jay Pritzker Pavilion.
1243 locals recommend
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StSee Cloudgate - "The Bean" and other quiet, beautiful spots in the park. There is often live music in the Jay Pritzker Pavilion.
Buckingham Fountain
301 S Columbus DrWillis Tower Skydeck
Navy Pier
600 E Grand AveParks & Nature
Our favorite spot to walk, run or ride our bikes with ponds and a beautiful flower garden
293 locals recommend
Humboldt Park
1400 N Humboldt DrOur favorite spot to walk, run or ride our bikes with ponds and a beautiful flower garden
Also called the "606". A unique, elevated walking/running trail that meanders through several neighborhoods. Its 2.6 miles with a unique point of view of city life.
133 locals recommend
Bloomingdale Trail
Bloomingdale TrailAlso called the "606". A unique, elevated walking/running trail that meanders through several neighborhoods. Its 2.6 miles with a unique point of view of city life.
It's breathtaking and a short walk or train ride from our place! A must see!
39 locals recommend
Garfield Park Conservatory - Administrative Office
300 North Central Park AvenueIt's breathtaking and a short walk or train ride from our place! A must see!
Essentials
Pete's Fresh Market
2333 W Madison StCVS
2427 W Chicago AveEntertainment & Activities
The Logan Theatre
2646 N Milwaukee Ave
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark StShedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrArts & Culture
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveThe Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore Dr