Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
One of the best brunch joints in the city and definitely the best in the South Loop!
199 locals recommend
Bongo Room
1470 N Milwaukee AveOne of the best brunch joints in the city and definitely the best in the South Loop!
My favorite upscale dining establishment in the South Loop.
20 locals recommend
The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
1401 South Michigan AvenueMy favorite upscale dining establishment in the South Loop.
Top 3 of Best Chicago Deep Dish...don't let anyone tell you to go to Giordano's or Gino's East! Those are the "touristy" joints but definitely not the best.
536 locals recommend
Pequod's Pizza
2207 North Clybourn AvenueTop 3 of Best Chicago Deep Dish...don't let anyone tell you to go to Giordano's or Gino's East! Those are the "touristy" joints but definitely not the best.
Bricks Pizza & Barbecue
3832 North Lincoln AvenueAnother Top 3 of Chicago Best Deep Dish Pizza.
It's a bit out of the way but this unique hot dog joint literally has a line out the door, everyday.
11 locals recommend
Hot Doug's
It's a bit out of the way but this unique hot dog joint literally has a line out the door, everyday.
The Wormhole Coffee
1462 N Milwaukee AveLove this neighborhood coffee shop!
Cheap, DELICIOUS taco joint with great people watching, awesome micheladas and an outdoor patio. Right off the Blue Line.
1176 locals recommend
Big Star
1531 N Damen AveCheap, DELICIOUS taco joint with great people watching, awesome micheladas and an outdoor patio. Right off the Blue Line.
The best cheeseburger in the city according to...almost any local you ask. Worth the trek but don't wait until you're hungry - the wait could be up to 3 hours.
152 locals recommend
Kuma's Corner
2900 W Belmont AveThe best cheeseburger in the city according to...almost any local you ask. Worth the trek but don't wait until you're hungry - the wait could be up to 3 hours.
Longman & Eagle
2657 N Kedzie AveOutstanding!
Sightseeing
Take a walk around Wrigleyville....tons of bars. Bleacher seats are super fun and easy to scalp. Strange Cargo on Clark Street is a great store for Chicago gear and more.
1004 locals recommend
Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison StTake a walk around Wrigleyville....tons of bars. Bleacher seats are super fun and easy to scalp. Strange Cargo on Clark Street is a great store for Chicago gear and more.
Stroll around this area - it's lovely. Walk a little north to Millenium Park, the Pritzker Pavilion and visit the famous "Bean."
219 locals recommend
Buckingham Fountain
301 S Columbus DrStroll around this area - it's lovely. Walk a little north to Millenium Park, the Pritzker Pavilion and visit the famous "Bean."
Drinks & Nightlife
Willis Tower (Sears Tower) does have "The Ledge" and is taller, but the John Hancock actually has better views of the city. I recommend having a drink or two for the view.
525 locals recommend
The Signature Room at the 95th®
875 N Michigan AveWillis Tower (Sears Tower) does have "The Ledge" and is taller, but the John Hancock actually has better views of the city. I recommend having a drink or two for the view.
1920s inspired lounge with incredible craft cocktails. I would suggest a reservation.
37 locals recommend
The Barrelhouse Flat
2624 N Lincoln Ave1920s inspired lounge with incredible craft cocktails. I would suggest a reservation.
Bangers and Lace has a great selection if you're a beer drinker.
100 locals recommend
Bangers and Lace
1670 W Division StBangers and Lace has a great selection if you're a beer drinker.
Essentials
Fox & Obel Food Market
401 E Illinois StMy favorite gourmet market in the city.
Everything Else
If you run into a rainy day, I recommend the Field Museum over Shedd Aquarium - although, Science and Industry is very cool too.
657 locals recommend
The Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore DrIf you run into a rainy day, I recommend the Field Museum over Shedd Aquarium - although, Science and Industry is very cool too.