Hotel · Loop
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Restaurant · Hyde Park
Daisy's Po-Boy and Tavern brings the vibrant flavors of New Orleans to Hyde Park with lively po'boys, gumbo, and boozy cocktails in a fun, casual atmosphere.
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Italian restaurant · Near North Side
Located just off the Mag Mile, this buzzing Italian marketplace crafts Neapolitan pizza and handmade pasta amidst a feast of gourmet goods.
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Restaurant · South Loop
A polished Mediterranean spot near McCormick Place known for airy vibes, shareable plates, standout pastas, and a killer truffle puff bread.
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Fondue restaurant · Lincoln Park
Since ’65, Geja’s has been Chicago’s cozy, candlelit spot where you fondue dip everything, sip wines, and soak in romantic vibes.
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Bakery · South Shore
At Supreme Bean Pie, this iconic bakery serves up heavenly navy bean pies that have folks raving for decades, making every bite a delightful surprise.
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Fine dining restaurant · Lincoln Park
Alinea, Grant Achatz’s Chicago gem, dazzles with inventive, theatrical New American tasting menus that redefine fine dining as a sensory adventure.
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Bakery · Lakeview
West Town Bakery in Wrigleyville serves up creative donuts, scrumptious pastries, and coffee with a side of cocktails, all just steps from the iconic stadium.
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American restaurant · Hyde Park
Valois Restaurant is a beloved Hyde Park cafeteria dishing up timeless American comfort food since 1921, complete with a president-approved menu and cash-only charm.
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Seafood restaurant · Lake Calumet Industrial District
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.
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Peruvian restaurant · Old Town
Kayao is a chic little gem in Old Town serving vibrant Peruvian-Japanese dishes like fresh ceviche and perfectly cooked seafood, all against a lively backdrop of cocktails and clubby beats.
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