The Original Rainbow Cone

Low-lit bar with retro rec-room furnishings plus arcade games, a jukebox & other entertainment.

Akahoshi Ramen is a cozy Logan Square spot specializing in rich, flavorful ramen bowls that attract a crowd despite the buzz around its saltiness.

Showboat servers do tricks while cooking teppanyaki-focused fare in front of you at communal tables.

Old-school cafe fare, like grilled cheese & root beer floats, on offer in this bright joint.

Contemporary rooms & suites in a chic hotel featuring a bar & a 24/7 gym, plus Wrigley Field views. A 4-minute walk from both an El station and the famous Wrigley Field baseball park, this chic boutique hotel in the vibrant Lakeview neighborhood is 2 miles from concerts at the Riviera Theatre. Bright, contemporary rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus views of the baseball park or the neighborhood. Suites add pull-out couches. Some have balconies. Kids stay at no charge with an adult. Room service is offered. A 24/7 fitness center is on-site. A fashionable bar has an all-day menu. Parking is available for a fee, as is breakfast served in a warmly decorated dining room.

Nondescript smoke shack specializing in assorted barbecued meats & seafood like ribs.

Casual Puerto Rican eatery with pressed sandwiches and jibaritos, plus board games for guests to play.

30,000-sq.-ft. venue with a winery, Mediterranean eatery, garden courtyard & live entertainment.

Step into this chic Chicago spot for inventive global street food and cocktails amidst stunning architectural vibes, perfect for a stylish night out.

Chain scooping creative flavors of ice cream & frozen yogurt made from local ingredients.