Cheryl's Chicago Guidebook - Sightseeing and Food Scene
Summertime things to do
Can rent paddle boards and jet skis. (There is usually always ample parking.)
297 locals recommend
Montrose Beach
Can rent paddle boards and jet skis. (There is usually always ample parking.)
Navy Pier
600 E Grand AveThis park has a ramp with entrance to Chicago’s elevated trail (the 606).
10 locals recommend
Walsh Park
1722 N Ashland AveThis park has a ramp with entrance to Chicago’s elevated trail (the 606).
This beach is just a short walk from the condo. It also allows you to hop on Lake Shore Drive walk / bike path.
176 locals recommend
Oak Street Beach
This beach is just a short walk from the condo. It also allows you to hop on Lake Shore Drive walk / bike path.
North Avenue Beach
Check out their summertime concert series here: http://www.jaypritzkerpavilion.com
52 locals recommend
Jay Pritzker Pavilion
201 E Randolph StCheck out their summertime concert series here: http://www.jaypritzkerpavilion.com
The 606
1805 North Ridgeway AvenueCheck out their site for lessons, rentals, yoga/fitness classes, expeditions and boat charters. (They also offer Lift eFoil) https://www.chicagosup.com
Chicago SUP
1601 North DuSable Lake Shore DriveCheck out their site for lessons, rentals, yoga/fitness classes, expeditions and boat charters. (They also offer Lift eFoil) https://www.chicagosup.com
Check out the Grant Park Music Festival lineup: https://www.grantparkmusicfestival.com/music/2021-season
332 locals recommend
Grant Park
337 E Randolph StCheck out the Grant Park Music Festival lineup: https://www.grantparkmusicfestival.com/music/2021-season
Milton Lee Olive Park
East Ohio StreetSightseeing
Chicago Riverwalk
306-370 W Wacker DrChicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington StCloud Gate
201 E Randolph StShedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrL
Adler Planetarium
1300 S Lake Shore Dr
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark StThe Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveWalk north on Milwaukee avenue (or west on Division st) to check out Wicker Park boutiques and restaurants. While at the Polish Triangle be sure to stop by Chopin Theatre to view their upcoming theatrical shows and concerts.
Polish Triangle
1204 North Milwaukee AvenueWalk north on Milwaukee avenue (or west on Division st) to check out Wicker Park boutiques and restaurants. While at the Polish Triangle be sure to stop by Chopin Theatre to view their upcoming theatrical shows and concerts.
Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago
220 E Chicago AveBuckingham Fountain
301 S Columbus DrThe Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
2430 N Cannon Dr360 CHICAGO
875 N Michigan AveLincoln Park Conservatory
2430 N Stockton DrRichard H. Driehaus Museum
40 E Erie StChicago Symphony Orchestra
220 S Michigan AveCheck concert schedule here: https://cso.org/fall/
3 Greens Market
354 W Hubbard StCheck show listings here: https://www.msg.com/the-chicago-theatre
133 locals recommend
The Chicago Theatre
175 N State StCheck show listings here: https://www.msg.com/the-chicago-theatre
Crown Fountain
201 E Randolph StNewberry Library
60 W Walton StFood scene
A favorite. (Don’t forget to order their flatbreads!)
115 locals recommend
Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company
2121 North Clark StreetA favorite. (Don’t forget to order their flatbreads!)
Beatrix is located in the heart of the Fulton Market District. This area is a popular night spot with many restaurants.
65 locals recommend
Beatrix
519 N Clark StBeatrix is located in the heart of the Fulton Market District. This area is a popular night spot with many restaurants.
This is connected to our building - can grab a cup of your favorite coffee or stop by the deli! (Corner of Wabash and Huron - closed on Sundays)
Cafe L’Appetito
1258 N BroadwayThis is connected to our building - can grab a cup of your favorite coffee or stop by the deli! (Corner of Wabash and Huron - closed on Sundays)
Whole Foods Market
3640 N Halsted StWalking distance from the condo!
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse
1028 N Rush StLou Malnati's Pizzeria
1120 N State StBlue Door Kitchen & Garden
52 W Elm StRPM Steak
66 W Kinzie StBistronomic
840 N Wabash Ave
Osteria del Pastaio
111 East Chestnut StreetUpstairs at The Gwen
521 N Rush StMomotaro
820 W Lake St
The Aviary
955 W Fulton MarketQuartino Ristorante
626 N State StThis bar / restaurant is right outside our condo building (entrance is around the corner on Superior - just east of Wabash)
7 locals recommend
Jake Melnick's Corner Tap
41 E Superior StThis bar / restaurant is right outside our condo building (entrance is around the corner on Superior - just east of Wabash)
True Food Kitchen
1 W Erie St(Vegan)
ALTHEA
700 North Michigan Avenue(Vegan)
Girl & The Goat
809 W Randolph StAba
302 N Green StSunda
110 W Illinois StJOE & THE JUICE
8 E Huron St
Lula Cafe
2537 N Kedzie BlvdFarm-to-table, using the freshest seasonal ingredients.
Alla Vita
564 West Randolph StreetA heart Italian eatery. Delicious homemade pasta!
Beautiful restaurant located in River North, serving French inspired Mexican cuisine.
8 locals recommend
Tzuco
720 N State StBeautiful restaurant located in River North, serving French inspired Mexican cuisine.
A Middle Eastern eatery in the heart of Lincoln Park. Recipient of the James Beard Award.
11 locals recommend
Galit
2429 N Lincoln AveA Middle Eastern eatery in the heart of Lincoln Park. Recipient of the James Beard Award.
Dishes like Gnocchi with beef cheek, pork ribs and tuna crudo pair perfectly with the glasses of organic wine and cocktails that incorporate Eastern European spirits. It's possible to have a light dinner here, but you're better off arriving very hungry.
10 locals recommend
Rose Mary
932 West Fulton StreetDishes like Gnocchi with beef cheek, pork ribs and tuna crudo pair perfectly with the glasses of organic wine and cocktails that incorporate Eastern European spirits. It's possible to have a light dinner here, but you're better off arriving very hungry.
Where cooks in paper hats serve Jewish deli fare including gigantic sandwiches, bowls of matzo ball soup and cafeteria classics like meatloaf and pepper steak. Bring an appetite and order a generous bagel and lox, the signature reuben or simply ask the folks behind the counter what's good that day.
20 locals recommend
Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen
1141 S Jefferson StWhere cooks in paper hats serve Jewish deli fare including gigantic sandwiches, bowls of matzo ball soup and cafeteria classics like meatloaf and pepper steak. Bring an appetite and order a generous bagel and lox, the signature reuben or simply ask the folks behind the counter what's good that day.
An entirely plant-based (and gluten-free) concept from chef Rodolfo Cuadros. You'll find everything from charcuterie boards made with cultured almond “cheese” to cashew e pepe, a novel dish that coats cold kelp noodles in a luxurious cashew cream.
6 locals recommend
Bloom Plant Based Kitchen
1559 North Milwaukee AvenueAn entirely plant-based (and gluten-free) concept from chef Rodolfo Cuadros. You'll find everything from charcuterie boards made with cultured almond “cheese” to cashew e pepe, a novel dish that coats cold kelp noodles in a luxurious cashew cream.
Kasama
1001 North Winchester AvenueA modern Filipino-American bakery and restaurant.
Andros Taverna
2542 North Milwaukee AvenueA contemporary Greek restaurant in the heart of Logan Square.
LChef Thai and Danielle Dang's love letter to Vietnamese cooking, showcasing rich flavors and overlooked dishes.
31 locals recommend
Mandarin Kitchen hot pot
2143 S Archer AveLChef Thai and Danielle Dang's love letter to Vietnamese cooking, showcasing rich flavors and overlooked dishes.
Regional Piedmontese cuisine through truffles, cream and eggy pastas.
42 locals recommend
Osteria Langhe
2824 W Armitage AveRegional Piedmontese cuisine through truffles, cream and eggy pastas.
A lmust-visit for anyone who's craving traditional Ethopian eats.
65 locals recommend
Demera Restaurant
4801 N BroadwayA lmust-visit for anyone who's craving traditional Ethopian eats.
This Chinatown mainstay is the dumpling authority of Chicago.
15 locals recommend
Qing Xiang Yuan Dumplings
2002 S Wentworth AveThis Chinatown mainstay is the dumpling authority of Chicago.
Bill Kim Ramen Bar specializes in broths that draw on Korean, Vietnamese and Mexican flavors, garnished with a creative array of toppings.
Bill Kim Ramen Bar
916 West Fulton MarketBill Kim Ramen Bar specializes in broths that draw on Korean, Vietnamese and Mexican flavors, garnished with a creative array of toppings.
Dedicated to a popular burger from its parent restaurant, Mott St. Located in Logan Square.
20 locals recommend
Mini Mott
3057 W Logan BlvdDedicated to a popular burger from its parent restaurant, Mott St. Located in Logan Square.
POLOMBIA
500 West Madison StreetCombines Polish and Colombian food and takes your taste buds on an adventure.
Tango Sur
3763 N Southport AveMost delicious Argentine restaurant.
JoJo's Shake Bar
23 W Hubbard StLate night
Kingston Mines
2548 N Halsted StLive blues - check schedule here: https://www.kingstonmines.com
Jazz Showcase
806 S Plymouth CtFor kids
Maggie Daley Park
337 E Randolph St(If you have children, this is a must-see playground)
Pulaski Park Public Pool (Outdoor)
1419 W Blackhawk StChicago Children's Museum
700 E Grand Ave