Leña Brava

This vibrant Mediterranean spot serves all-day small plates with global flair, perfect for sharing and soaking in a lively brunch atmosphere.

Former nightclub now open for private events, with state-of-the-art sound and lighting.

Informal eatery featuring Neapolitan pizzas baked in a wood-burning oven, plus craft cocktails.

Rustic-industrial spot for creative Mexican food with a variety of cocktails and large tequila menu.

Northern Mexican fare & cocktails served in a chic, lively setting with multiple TVs.

184-acre park with a swimming pool, fishing lagoon, athletic fields & tennis courts.

Nestled in a 1920s tower by the Chicago River, this luxe hotel boasts a rooftop bar with stunning views and plush rooms, perfect for a stylish stay.

Relaxed, eco-chic chain serving health-conscious fare, including vegan options, plus cocktails.

Streamlined dorms, rooms & apartments in a hip sports-themed lodging offering a bar & a game room. In the redbrick former Borden Dairy Depot, this trendy sports-themed hotel with a retro vibe is 2 blocks from the River North district's galleries and nightlife, and 3 minutes' walk from Chicago subway station. Streamlined single-sex dorms offer free Wi-Fi, en suite bathrooms and lockers. Private rooms with oak floors feature flat-screens and original artwork; some have bunk beds and/or microwaves. Studios and apartments with kitchenettes provide living areas and/or pull-out sofas. There's a chic coffee shop, a bar and a lobby lounge in a gymnasium-inspired space, plus a game room. Parking is available for a fee.

Burgers, sausages, and other comfort food served with beer, cider, and cocktails in a cozy locale.