Cafe · Near North Side
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"Slated for a summer opening, delayed due to licensing and construction issues." - Naomi Waxman
Restaurant · Logan Square
Casual restaurant serving tacos and other Mexican dishes for lunch.
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Hotel · Loop
Posh high-rise with chic rooms & suites, plus a polished spa, hip dining & a lively rooftop lounge. In an ornate high-rise dating from 1894, this upmarket hotel with art deco style details is a 12-minute walk from Millennium Park and 2 miles from the 100-story John Hancock Center. Featuring city views, the stylish rooms offer Wi-Fi access (fee), flat-screen TVs and yoga mats. Bright 1-bedroom suites add sitting areas. Upgraded suites have separate living rooms and wet bars. Free amenities include loaner bikes, nightly wine socials, and morning coffee and tea. There's also a polished day spa/salon, a fitness center, a sophisticated lobby bar/restaurant, and a lively rooftop lounge serving light bites. Pets are welcome at no charge.
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Vietnamese restaurant · Uptown
A range of traditional Vietnamese dishes served in a bright, minimalist sit-down cafe setting.
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Lounge · Old Town Triangle
Elevate your evening at the J Parker rooftop with handcrafted cocktails and beautiful city views, all while enjoying a cozy, swanky vibe.
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Filipino restaurant · West Town
Uncle Mike's Place is a charming American-Filipino eatery known for its hearty, comforting breakfasts and welcoming vibe.
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Elegant rooms & suites in an upscale art deco hotel featuring a French restaurant & a snug bar. Set within the 1929 art deco Carbide & Carbon Building, this high-end hotel is 4 minutes' walk from the Chicago River, a mile from the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago and 18 miles from O'Hare International Airport. Sophisticated rooms have Wi-Fi, smart TVs and sitting areas. Upgraded rooms offer city or river views. Suites provide sitting areas and living rooms. Upgraded suites feature dining areas and sofabeds. Room service is available 24/7. Amenities include a posh French restaurant, a cozy bar, and a seasonal rooftop terrace with a bar, plus a gym and breakfast.
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Ice cream shop · Logan Square
Step into Margie’s, a nostalgic Chicago ice cream parlor serving oversized sundaes and homemade treats in a cozy, retro atmosphere since 1921.
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Steak house · West Town
This chic, expansive eatery boasts top-notch steaks and seafood, a stylish bar, and exceptional service that makes every occasion feel special.
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Mexican restaurant · Pilsen
Dive into Canto Region, a cozy, cash-only and BYOB haven serving vibrant Mexican dishes in a lively atmosphere that guarantees a deliciously memorable night.
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New American restaurant · Goose Island
Southern-inspired New American cooking, including popular corn ribs, in a cozy space with a bar.
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