Bar & grill · Avondale
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"Brendan McKinney, owner of 21-year-old Irish pub Chief O’Neill’s, is not worried about rowdy revelers, as he has more than two decades of experience in creating a fun and relaxed St. Patrick’s Day environment." - Naomi Waxman
Gastropub · Near North Side
Decades-old neighborhood Irish pub with free WiFi & food from the Downtown Dogs next door.
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Gay bar · Humboldt Park
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Mediterranean restaurant · West Town
This vibrant Mediterranean spot serves all-day small plates with global flair, perfect for sharing and soaking in a lively brunch atmosphere.
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Hot pot restaurant · East Pilsen
Contemporary restaurant serving custom hot pot & other Chinese dishes in a sleek, playful ambiance.
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City park · Lincoln Park
Lincoln Park is a sprawling urban oasis in Chicago with a free zoo, lush greenery, and endless spots for lounging or exploring, all while embracing nature.
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Restaurant · South Loop
A hybrid of pub, pizzeria & Polish-American restaurant, with a casual industrial-style setting.
Pub · Sheridan Park
Step into this casual honky-tonk where live country tunes, a friendly vibe, and solid bar bites make for a fun night in Chicago.
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Hotel · Loop
Fashionable rooms in an early 20th-century building featuring a steakhouse & a fitness center. Set in the vibrant Loop neighborhood, this contemporary hotel in the former Atlantic Bank Building, which dates from 1912, is a 2-minute walk from an El station and a 7-minute walk from the outdoor theater at the Millennium Park. Fashionable, airy rooms come with Italian linens and designer toiletries. All feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, as well as espresso machines. Some rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows that offer panoramic city views. Room service is available. A fitness center is on-site. There's also a chic steakhouse and bar.
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Sandwich shop · River North
Chicago-based chain known for overstuffed Italian beef sandwiches & hot dogs in a bare-bones space.
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Bar · Park West
Laid-back place with updated pub eats, frozen cocktails & beer in a space with a lake-house vibe.
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