Bar · Bucktown
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"This longtime Wisconsin and Kansas bar in Bucktown is always packed. It’s also a popular setting for TV’s Chicago Fire." - Eater Staff
Korean restaurant · West Rogers Park
This sparse yet cheerful Korean restaurant has tabletop coal BBQ grills & a full non-BBQ menu.
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Lounge · Loop
The Drawing Room at the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel is a stunning, cozy haunt with amazing American bites and cocktails, perfect for creative hangouts.
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Mexican restaurant · Near North Side
At Chef Rick Bayless' bustling flagship, dive into vibrant Mexican dishes—each bite bursting with flavor amidst a lively atmosphere and exceptional service.
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Hotel · Near North Side
Nestled in a stunning high-rise just off Michigan Ave, this elegant hotel boasts luxurious rooms, sophisticated dining, and a serene rooftop spa for an unforgettable stay.
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Hotel · Streeterville
Sophisticated hotel offering a rooftop bar & a polished restaurant, plus lake views & a gym. Set at Navy Pier on Lake Michigan, this polished hotel is 2 miles from the Art Institute of Chicago and 3 miles from Interstate 90. Relaxed rooms offer Wi-Fi, flat-screens and minifridges, plus coffeemakers, sitting areas and lake views. Suites add wet bars and separate living areas. Amenities include a sleek restaurant, and a rooftop bar with lake views, as well as a lobby lounge and event space. There's also an exercise room. Parking and breakfast are available.
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Steak house · Near West Side
Dive into a stylish Chicago spot where wood-fired Argentinean-American dishes steal the show alongside delicious South American cocktails and stellar service.
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American restaurant · Hyde Park
This cash-only Hyde Park gem serves up delectable American comfort food in a lively, mural-filled space where friendly service and quick meals shine.
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Brewery · Avondale
Warehouse-like tasting room with canned beers & specialty cocktails plus a menu of upscale pub food.
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Italian restaurant · New Eastside
Tre Dita, the new Italian spot from Evan Funke, dazzles with rich Tuscan dishes and stunning city views in a lively, bustling atmosphere.
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Mexican restaurant · Pilsen
Dive into a vibrant seafood haven where fresh flavors meet laid-back vibes, and every dish—from tostadas to innovative tacos—delivers a delightful twist.
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