Guidebook for Chicago
Drinks & Nightlife
Probably the best beer list in Chicago, and food that has been featured on Diners, Dives + Drive-Ins. Good stuff and great atmosphere!
251 locals recommend
Hopleaf
5148 N Clark StProbably the best beer list in Chicago, and food that has been featured on Diners, Dives + Drive-Ins. Good stuff and great atmosphere!
Fancy trying a local brew? Half Acre is home of the famous Daisy Cutter beer, among others. You can do a tour on Saturday morning, or just pop in and sample beers throughout the day
103 locals recommend
Half Acre Beer Company
4257 N Lincoln AveFancy trying a local brew? Half Acre is home of the famous Daisy Cutter beer, among others. You can do a tour on Saturday morning, or just pop in and sample beers throughout the day
Great burgers presented by a server in drag - a true Chicago experience
65 locals recommend
Hamburger Mary's
Great burgers presented by a server in drag - a true Chicago experience
Food Scene
The Bongo Room
5022 N Clark StGreat spot for Sunday brunch
If you want to experience a Chicago Dog, there's not better place than Budacki's
6 locals recommend
Budacki's Drive In
4739 N Damen AveIf you want to experience a Chicago Dog, there's not better place than Budacki's
Essentials
The best grocery store experience you will have. Enjoy live jazz while sipping on your favorite Pinot and picking out fresh fish and veg
171 locals recommend
Mariano's
3358 W Touhy AveThe best grocery store experience you will have. Enjoy live jazz while sipping on your favorite Pinot and picking out fresh fish and veg
Arts & Culture
If you fancy a laid-back evening, walk to Davis Theater and catch a flick - it's cheap and has a great vintage vibe
104 locals recommend
Davis Theater, Chicago
4614 N Lincoln AveIf you fancy a laid-back evening, walk to Davis Theater and catch a flick - it's cheap and has a great vintage vibe
Fantastic bands come through this intimate theater so keep an eye out for great shows
92 locals recommend
Riviera Theatre
4746 North Racine AvenueFantastic bands come through this intimate theater so keep an eye out for great shows
Everything Else
My favorite Chicago Park - you can roam the walking trails, just chill out and bathe, or throw a frisbee around this huge open green space
65 locals recommend
Winnemac Park
5100 N Leavitt StMy favorite Chicago Park - you can roam the walking trails, just chill out and bathe, or throw a frisbee around this huge open green space