Coffee shop · Wicker Park
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"Wormhole 2 is a ‘90s-style sequel to essential Wicker Park coffee shop the Wormhole, and it will be located in the same building as the Chicago Board Game Cafe." - Naomi Waxman
Fine dining restaurant · Lincoln Park
Alinea serves up a visionary New American tasting menu where each dish is a stunning, playful work of art that promises an unforgettable dining spectacle.
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Hotel · Loop
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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Spanish restaurant · West Town
Vibrant and contemporary restaurant serving Barcelona-inspired tapas and a curated cocktail menu.
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American restaurant · Bridgeport
The Duck Inn is a retro-chic gastro-tavern in Bridgeport known for its stellar rotisserie duck and inventive American comfort fare, all served with a side of cozy charm.
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Chinese restaurant · Greektown
Chinese dishes and sushi such as hand-pulled noodles and cumin lamb offered in a casual setting.
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Cocktail bar · Near North Side
Step into a retro Polynesian paradise where vibrant tropical cocktails and tasty snacks create an unbeatable vibe that’s quintessentially Chicago.
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Vietnamese restaurant · West Loop
Relaxed Vietnamese mini-chain outpost serving a menu of banh mi sandwiches, bao buns & soups.
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Persian restaurant · Albany Park
Modern take on classic Persian fare, including vegetarian options, served in a multi-course tasting menu.
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Brunch restaurant · Loop
Pancakes & other big portions of American eats draw hungry folks to this breakfast-lunch cafe.
Sportswear store · Ranch Triangle
Lululemon in Lincoln Park is a chic fitness haven with trendy athletic wear, a cozy café serving guilt-free bites, and a vibrant community vibe.
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