Nellcôte

This hip diner in the West Loop is famed for its decadent burgers, featuring juicy patties, thick-cut bacon, and a runny egg, all set in a cozy, vintage-inspired atmosphere.

Open Books is a cozy nonprofit bookstore in the West Loop, teeming with a vast and well-organized collection of used and new titles, where every purchase supports local literacy programs.

Step into the hidden paradise of Three Dots and a Dash, a trendy tiki bar where tropical cocktails and retro decor whisk you away from Chicago's winter chill.

Easy Does It is a stylish second-floor wine bar in Logan Square boasting a vast outdoor patio, an ever-changing selection of natural wines, and a chill vibe perfect for both casual meet-ups and lively weekend DJ nights.

Oromo Cafe is a hip Bucktown spot under the Blue Line, known for its unique lattes, delicious baked goods, and cozy atmosphere perfect for work or catching up with friends.

Perched 27 floors above the city, the upscale ROOF on theWit hotel serves up vibrant cocktails and stunning skyline views in a lively atmosphere that's part rooftop bar, part nightclub.

Pacific Standard Time is a breezy, spacious River North gem serving an inventive blend of California-inspired dishes and artisanal cocktails in a lively setting.

Rosebud, the iconic Italian restaurant in Little Italy, serves up generous portions of classic dishes in a charmingly vintage setting.

At Alinea, Chef Grant Achatz crafts an immersive culinary odyssey, serving a whimsical fusion of modernist cuisine in a mesmerizing, theatrical setting.

Amaru is a vibrant Wicker Park hangout serving scrumptious Latin American small plates and potent cocktails, all in a lively, art-filled space.