Steak house · Streeterville
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"Open despite the cold, showcasing Chicago toughness. Staff voted to stay open." - Ashok Selvam
Dim sum restaurant · South Loop
MingHin Cuisine offers a lively modern space for dim sum and hot pots in Chinatown, with friendly service and quick bites that cater to diverse tastes.
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Hotel · Near North Side
Streamlined dorms, rooms & apartments in a hip sports-themed lodging offering a bar & a game room. In the redbrick former Borden Dairy Depot, this trendy sports-themed hotel with a retro vibe is 2 blocks from the River North district's galleries and nightlife, and 3 minutes' walk from Chicago subway station. Streamlined single-sex dorms offer free Wi-Fi, en suite bathrooms and lockers. Private rooms with oak floors feature flat-screens and original artwork; some have bunk beds and/or microwaves. Studios and apartments with kitchenettes provide living areas and/or pull-out sofas. There's a chic coffee shop, a bar and a lobby lounge in a gymnasium-inspired space, plus a game room. Parking is available for a fee.
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Bubble tea store · South Loop
A charming bubble tea haven in Chinatown, this cozy spot serves up delicious drinks with a side of tasty bites, perfect for late-night cravings.
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Cafe · Edgewater Beach
Charming lakefront café with outdoor seating, tasty bites, and live music, perfect for a laid-back day with your pup and stunning views.
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Diner · Lakeview
Post-fire reincarnation of a veteran American eatery known for serving hearty comfort foods 24/7.
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Bar · Logan Square
Chill hangout with vintage arcade games & pinball machines, plus a full bar with many beers on tap.
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Indian restaurant · Avondale
Street bites of Kerala paired with a ginger cooler or ayurvedic tea, served at a food hall counter.
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Hot dog stand · Park West
At this late-night hot dog gem, you’ll savor iconic Chicago-style dogs and cheeky banter from the staff in a fun, quirky setting.
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Ramen restaurant · Logan Square
Akahoshi Ramen is a cozy Logan Square spot specializing in rich, flavorful ramen bowls that attract a crowd despite the buzz around its saltiness.
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Chinese bakery · South Loop
Chi Quon Bakery in Chinatown is a cozy cash-only gem known for its delightful buns, egg tarts, and made-to-order cakes, perfect for sweet or savory cravings.
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