Derek’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StThe Bean is a must when visiting Chicago.
875 North Michigan Avenue
875 North Michigan AvenueGreat rooftop to see the whole city from the 95th floor
Willis Tower
233 South Wacker DriveThey have the Skydeck to overview the whole city.
Food scene
While next to millennium park be sure to visit Cindy's rooftop for a drink or bite to eat
139 locals recommend
Cindy's
12 S Michigan AveWhile next to millennium park be sure to visit Cindy's rooftop for a drink or bite to eat
The Green Mill
4802 North BroadwayThis is Al Capone's old hangout. Great for live music
Best steak in the city. Also I work here and can help get you reservations.
35 locals recommend
Maple & Ash
8 W Maple StBest steak in the city. Also I work here and can help get you reservations.
S.K.Y.
1239 W 18th StGreat restaurant close to the apartment.
Carnitas Uruapan Restaurant
1725 W 18th StAmazing Carnitas.
The Violet Hour
1520 N Damen AveVery sexy craft cocktail bar. Call ahead as there may be a wait.
The Drifter
676-8 N Orleans StSpeakeasy style bar with burlesque shows.
If you have time to make it up here, get the Duck dinner. They will bring a full, cooked duck to the table and slice it up for you table side. Very affordable as well.
55 locals recommend
Sun Wah BBQ
5039 N BroadwayIf you have time to make it up here, get the Duck dinner. They will bring a full, cooked duck to the table and slice it up for you table side. Very affordable as well.
Cantón Regio Steakhouse
1510 W 18th StGreat Mexican food for a sit down meal.
Neighborhoods
Wicker Park
1425 N Damen AveAwesome neighborhood for vintage shops and bars.
Michigan Avenue
Michigan AvenueMichigan Mile is know as the best shopping in Chicago.
Uptown
Check out Argyle st for great Vietnamese food and shops.
River North
Great area for nightlife and restaurants.