Beard & Belly

Large pedestrian plaza overlooked by the neo-Gothic Tribune Tower, with fountains & seasonal events.

Northern Indian food offered in a simple storefront setting with bare wood tables & vibrant art.

Fashionable rooms in an early 20th-century building featuring a steakhouse & a fitness center. Set in the vibrant Loop neighborhood, this contemporary hotel in the former Atlantic Bank Building, which dates from 1912, is a 2-minute walk from an El station and a 7-minute walk from the outdoor theater at the Millennium Park. Fashionable, airy rooms come with Italian linens and designer toiletries. All feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, as well as espresso machines. Some rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows that offer panoramic city views. Room service is available. A fitness center is on-site. There's also a chic steakhouse and bar.

Chill, dog-friendly watering hole with darts, pool & a jukebox, plus a backyard social scene.

Hip spot for inventive tacos, plus a full bar offering beers & cocktails.

Thin-crust pies & house brews in a sports-bar setting with karaoke & live bands some nights.

New American sharing plates & an extensive wine list in a small storefront with booths & a patio.

Pequod's is a beloved local spot serving up deep-dish pizza with a delicious caramelized crust in a lively, casual atmosphere.

"Local, woman owned business. Serving up fine food, cocktails, mocktails, coffees, teas, art, music and always community. Thoughtfully prepared dishes, made in house from fresh ingredients, Daily Specials Veggies, Vegans, Carnivores welcome Find us @archiescafe on Instagram and Facebook"

Theatergoer mainstay serving steak, seafood & other Italian-esque American eats in a swanky setting.