The Home Depot

Nestled in a cozy basement, this chic ramen spot serves unique bowls and slushy cocktails in a super intimate setting—just 16 seats, so get there early!

Clubby spot serving a short menu of taquitos & snacks paired with cocktails from a bubbler machine.

Dive into a vibrant culinary escape with colorful Venezuelan fare in a cozy, brick-lined spot featuring a charming patio perfect for summer bites.

Discover a hidden gem in Chinatown’s 88 Market, where fresh sushi and wagyu beef shine in a cozy, intimate setting that feels like a world apart.

Laid-back place with updated pub eats, frozen cocktails & beer in a space with a lake-house vibe.

Posh high-rise offering elegant rooms & suites with city or lake views, plus fine dining & a spa. In a skyscraper above a shopping mall, this luxury hotel is a 7-minute walk from the Museum of Contemporary Art and 1 mile from Navy Pier. Refined rooms feature city or Lake Michigan views, and come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, as well as minibars and marble bathrooms. Suites add sweeping views, separate bedrooms and sitting areas; some have fold-out couches. Amenities include a high-end restaurant serving contemporary cuisine, and a spa with health and beauty treatments. There's also an indoor pool and hot tub, plus a sauna, steam rooms, a gym and a fine art collection. Breakfast is extra.

This cozy Tex-Mex diner serves up hearty brunch favorites and killer cocktails, all while spinning vinyl records in a charming retro setting.

Japanese restaurant serving a variety of ramen dishes, plus tea, desserts and sake.

No-frills venue for hearing up-and-coming acts plus a wide pub grub menu & loads of beers.

Longtime eatery with a lengthy seafood & shellfish menu, some steaks & pasta, plus a full bar.