3rd Coast Cafe

By day, it’s a funky barbershop, but come nightfall, the Blind Barber swings open to a lively cocktail lounge with a DJ and a party vibe.

Multiple fast-food options, including BBQ, burgers & flame-broiled chicken, in a bare-bones setting.

Nestled in a stunning Mies van der Rohe tower, this refined gem boasts lake views, luxurious rooms, and top-notch service—perfect for a chic city retreat.

Informal spot for fried, grilled, broiled or blackened seafood served straight or in tacos & subs.

Contemporary Thai eatery specializing in noodle dishes with homemade broth, plus maki & sushi.

Polished quarters in a refined hotel featuring a spa, an Italian restaurant & a rooftop lounge. Set in a contemporary building with a Cubist-influenced facade, this posh hotel in the vibrant River North neighborhood is a 6-minute walk from an El station and 8 minutes on foot from the shops along the Magnificent Mile. Polished rooms come with flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and free Wi-Fi, along with wet bars and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add sitting areas, while suites have separate living rooms. There's a chic Italian restaurant, and a plush rooftop lounge with a terrace and a fire pit. Other amenities include a spa and a 24-hour gym. Parking is available for a fee.

Wood-lined spot with counter & communal table seating serving ramen & Japanese street-food snacks.

A minimalist BYOB gem with a bustling vibe, serving up fast and flavorful artisanal Chinese dumplings that keep diners coming back for more.

American restaurant/bar with an intimate performance space hosting rock shows & underground comedy.

Avli on the Park is a chic Greek eatery with a sunlit terrace serving up mouthwatering dishes like chicken souvlaki in a lively setting.