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Food scene
Sofy Hotel located in Hyde Park with a restaurant downstairs. Great appetizers, and cocktails. My favorites are the chicken wings and Brussels sprouts. They also have a great Old Fashion!!
21 locals recommend
Mesler Kitchen | Bar | Lounge
1401 E 53rd StSofy Hotel located in Hyde Park with a restaurant downstairs. Great appetizers, and cocktails. My favorites are the chicken wings and Brussels sprouts. They also have a great Old Fashion!!
Asian inspired restaurant in the heart of Hyde Park. Fresh food, don't mind the host....he always angry. I love the Lobster lagoon and Lobster bisque. You can't go wrong with friend rice with the protein of your choice
46 locals recommend
Chant Restaurant In Hyde Park
1509 E 53rd StAsian inspired restaurant in the heart of Hyde Park. Fresh food, don't mind the host....he always angry. I love the Lobster lagoon and Lobster bisque. You can't go wrong with friend rice with the protein of your choice
Found in Hyde Park near U of C campus. I love this place for the beignets and shrimp and grits. Go early because it can get packed quick.
6 locals recommend
Roux
1055 East 55th StreetFound in Hyde Park near U of C campus. I love this place for the beignets and shrimp and grits. Go early because it can get packed quick.
A Chicago staple! A must try. Order before you go. Wait times are very long.
20 locals recommend
Italian Fiesta Pizzeria
1306 E 47th StA Chicago staple! A must try. Order before you go. Wait times are very long.
Yes, thee Harold's Chicken. A Chicago staple! There are many, but this location is an original. If this is your first time, Order 4 pc fried hard salt and pepper.
27 locals recommend
Harold's Chicken Shack Fish & Pizza
1208 E 53rd StYes, thee Harold's Chicken. A Chicago staple! There are many, but this location is an original. If this is your first time, Order 4 pc fried hard salt and pepper.
Sightseeing
Museum of Science and Industry
5700 S Lake Shore DrTake a stroll by the water.... 7 min drive, take a peaceful walk on the edge of Lake Michigan and enjoy the scenery. Divvy bikes available to take a bike ride.
102 locals recommend
Lake Michigan
Take a stroll by the water.... 7 min drive, take a peaceful walk on the edge of Lake Michigan and enjoy the scenery. Divvy bikes available to take a bike ride.
DuSable Museum of African American History
740 E 56th PlShedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrChildren's Museum of Art and Social Justice
2007 South Halsted Street