Pizza restaurant · Portage Park
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Steak house · Streeterville
Long-standing steakhouse serving slow-smoked American barbecue like its signature babyback ribs.
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· Logan Square
The leafy streets of Logan Square are lined with bungalows and regal Greystone buildings. North Milwaukee Avenue is the main commercial strip and features cool restaurants, cocktail bars and craft beer taverns. There are also quirky coffee shops and delis, as well as art galleries and music venues. Established in 1915, the Logan Theatre shows movies and has a vintage bar.
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Lounge · Old Town Triangle
Elevate your evening at the J Parker rooftop with handcrafted cocktails and beautiful city views, all while enjoying a cozy, swanky vibe.
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Restaurant · Old Town Triangle
Lively, tailgating-themed bar for beers & bar games amid playful decor, faux turf & picnic tables.
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Bakery · Gold Coast
Cozy bakeshop known for its breads & pastries, made with artisanal Belgian methods, plus light fare.
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Vegan restaurant · Wicker Park
Chill, tropical-themed hangout with a creative, all-vegan menu & playfully garnished cocktails.
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Gastropub · Edgewater
Burgers, sausages, and other comfort food served with beer, cider, and cocktails in a cozy locale.
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Chinese restaurant · Uptown
Long-running Chinese eatery known for its Hong Kong-style BBQ dishes, plus beer & cocktails.
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Diner · Wicker Park
This cozy Tex-Mex diner serves up hearty brunch favorites and killer cocktails, all while spinning vinyl records in a charming retro setting.
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Hotel · Streeterville
Relaxed quarters, some with city views, in a refined hotel offering complimentary Wi-Fi & a pool. On the former site of the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, and surrounded by the shops and restaurants of the Magnificent Mile, this polished hotel is a 10-minute walk from an El station. Relaxed rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus safes, minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms have city views. The 1- and 2-bedroom suites add separate living space. Amenities consist of a pool, coin-operated laundry facilities and 5,609 sq ft of meeting space. Breakfast (fee) is available in a 24-hour convenience store.