fire + wine

Common Good Cocktail House is a cozy gem in Glen Ellyn, serving innovative cocktails in a fun atmosphere, perfect for celebrating life's moments.

The Cleve Carney Museum of Art, honoring a Chicago collector, is a vibrant exhibition space featuring modern art and must-see shows like those by Frida Kahlo and Andy Warhol.

Castaways Beach Club is your go-to beachside hangout for frozen drinks and bar bites, with killer views and a lively atmosphere perfect for post-sun revelry.

Alinea, Grant Achatz’s Chicago gem, dazzles with inventive, theatrical New American tasting menus that redefine fine dining as a sensory adventure.

Phil’s is a no-frills, cash-only Bridgeport spot known for its crispy, square-cut thin-crust pizzas loaded with chunky sausage and spicy giardiniera.

Desert Hawk is a cozy Wicker Park bar featuring a killer menu of craft cocktails, agave spirits, and renowned smash burgers served with plantain buns.

Chicago’s Harold’s Chicken Shack serves up made-to-order, crispy fried chicken with that iconic sweet-spicy mild sauce, plus classics like catfish and mac.

This vibrant Logan Square spot serves innovative Asian pastries and coffee by day, transforming into a lively restaurant-bar by night.

Soulé serves modern Creole soul food in a sleek, spacious spot in North Lawndale, mixing classics like shrimp & grits with a lively vibe.

At this beloved South Shore hideaway, diners can dig into hickory-smoked BBQ goodness like tender rib tips and turkey links, all served with an array of tempting sides.