Bar · Wicker Park
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"Bourbon on Division is another bar and live music venue owned by Joe Lin." - Naomi Waxman
Sandwich shop · Avondale
TriBecca's Sandwich Shop in Avondale delivers a cozy spot for satisfying sandwiches like their unique Cubano and indulgent Horseshoe, plus inventive potato donuts.
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Peruvian restaurant · West Town
Perched atop the Hoxton, Cabra serves vibrant Peruvian-inspired small plates and craft cocktails in a lush, sunlit rooftop setting with stellar city views.
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Hotel · Gold Coast
Nestled in the heart of Chicago, this vintage 1920s boutique hotel offers a cozy retreat with elegant rooms, on-site Italian and Chinese dining, and a delightful charm that whispers of its classic past, all just a stone's throw from the Magnificent Mile.
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Bar · Fulton River District
Kumiko is a chic West Loop cocktail bar where exquisite Japanese-inspired drinks meet refined small plates, creating a cozy yet upscale dining experience.
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Fine dining restaurant · Lincoln Park
Alinea, chef Grant Achatz's three-Michelin-star Chicago landmark, serves inventive, theatrical tasting menus that redefine modernist cuisine.
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Bakery · Dunning
Chicago's Eli’s serves up iconic, silky cheesecakes with a buttery crust, plus pastries, vegan options, and a friendly cafe vibe.
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Bar · Loop
Tucked in the Chicago Athletic Association, Milk Room is an intimate 8-seat speakeasy serving rare vintage spirits and bespoke cocktails.
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American restaurant · Lincoln Park
S.K.Y. in Pilsen serves ambitious, globally inspired New American dishes like lobster dumplings and fried chicken in a chic, industrial-chic setting.
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Middle Eastern restaurant · Wrightwood Neighbors
Galit in Lincoln Park serves innovative Middle Eastern fare by Michelin-star chef Zach Engel, famed for creamy hummus, fluffy pita, and shareable mezze in a chic, lively setting.
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Chocolate shop · Pilsen
Chocolat Uzma is a charming Pilsen gem, dishing out exquisite, handmade chocolates with global flavors and a cozy vibe that invites indulgence.
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