Lulu's Hot Dogs

Huge space with 2 stages and multiple bars hosting live music performances.

A cozy hangout for smashing Indiana-style burgers dripping with secret sauce, paired with crunchy fries and nostalgic milkshakes that'll keep you coming back.

Aba is a vibrant rooftop haven in Chicago, serving up delightful Mediterranean small plates, fresh cocktails, and a cozy, plant-filled ambiance.

This vibrant coffeehouse serves up delicious pressed Cuban sandwiches, salads, and platters, all in a casual, modern atmosphere that's perfect for a quick bite.

Hip, stylish rooftop bar/eatery at the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel with choice seasonal fare.

Contemporary quarters with original artwork, plus free loaner bikes, rooftop yoga & a wine hour. Dating back to the 1920s, this funky vintage-style hotel is set in the Old Town Triangle off Lincoln Park and is 0.6 miles from the nearest El train station and 2 blocks from the Second City comedy club. Decorated with original artwork from local artists, the contemporary rooms feature coffeemakers, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and free WiFi. Many offer views of Lincoln Park or Lake Michigan. Suites add sitting areas with pull-out sofas. Amenities include 24-hour fitness and business centers, a farm-to-table restaurant and a rooftop lounge. Among the free perks are bike rentals, pedicabs, rooftop yoga classes and a wine hour.

This rustic-chic gastropub dazzles with unique burgers, inventive cocktails, and a vibrant patio, making it a must-visit for food lovers in Chicago.

Chic South American rooftop restaurant & cocktail lounge with a retractable roof atop a hotel.

This small eatery with a dim sum steam cart & traditional Cantonese dishes gets busy on weekends.

No-frills neighborhood pub dishing up a seafood menu with plenty of raw bar selections.