21c Museum Hotel Chicago

Updated versions of retro cocktails mixed in a chic, throwback space with brass accents & greenery.

This cozy microbrewery serves up a stellar selection of craft beers alongside friendly vibes, perfect for grabbing a drink or a game with pals.

Polished quarters with river views in a sleek hotel offering a rooftop lounge, a tavern & a spa. Next to an El station on a street lined with upscale shops and restaurants, this sleek hotel in the Theater District is 2 blocks from the Chicago River and 11 minutes' walk from the sculptures at Millennium Park. Polished rooms with river views feature flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and Wi-Fi (fee), as well as minibars and coffeemakers. Suites add living rooms with kitchenettes, dining areas, and spa-style bathrooms with soaking tubs. Room service is available. A chic rooftop lounge with a glass-enclosed deck offers river and park views. There's also an upscale tavern and a high-end spa. Valet parking is available for a surcharge.

Casual eatery serving New York-style pizza by the pie or slice plus beignets & coffee by morning.

Experience a chic dining escape featuring Galician and Portuguese seafood masterpieces, expertly crafted cocktails, and enchanting decor.

Charming patio spot serving up thin-crust pizza and small plates alongside crafted cocktails in a laid-back, friendly vibe perfect for all.

Low-lit, cozy craft cocktail lounge tucked in a record store with a menu of global sharing plates.

Hearty sandwiches, burgers, Frito pie & salads are among the offerings at this funky little outpost.

Regional American cooking with craft beer & spirits, served in a snazzy tavern setting on the lake.

Old-school bar/eatery with a quaint atmosphere & late hours offering homestyle Eritrean specialties.