Sputnik Coffee Company

This charming French bakery and café serves up a delightful array of artisan breads, exquisite pastries, and savory crepes, all with a cozy Parisian vibe.

Calumet Fisheries is a beloved, no-frills seafood shack on the 95th Street Bridge, renowned for its house-smoked fish and hearty fried seafood, making it a perfect grab-and-go spot for a riverside feast.

The Bristol is a cozy Bucktown hotspot crafting inventive seasonal American fare with a creative cocktail list, all in a relaxed yet chic setting.

Saint Lou’s Assembly in the West Loop serves up nostalgic comfort food in a lively, dog-friendly patio space perfect for casual hangouts with friends.

Sweet Drip Dessert Cafe in Hyde Park serves a tempting array of crepes, gelato, and funnel cakes in a cozy atmosphere that's perfect for sweet escapades.

Spiaggia, a Michelin-starred Italian gem, has offered elevated dining and breathtaking views on Michigan Avenue for over three decades, celebrating artistry and flavors that have charmed everyone from the Obamas to top chefs.

G & O is a laid-back gastropub in a chic gas station setting, serving elevated comfort food, craft cocktails, and a cozy patio perfect for hangouts.

Big Jones whips up soulful Southern classics in bright Andersonville digs, starring flaky fried chicken, beignets, and a killer whiskey lineup.

Taco Maya & Jhoom Bar is a buzzing Logan Square hotspot serving up irresistible Indian-Mexican fusion tacos like samosas and creative margaritas in a vibrant space.

Left Coast is a casual, sunny spot serving vibrant, healthy eats like creative grain bowls, wraps, and fresh juices, perfect for a quick, feel-good meal.