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Opened spring of 2015. Elevated park connecting 4 neighborhoods from Bucktown to Humbolt Park. Trail for biking, walking and art installations.
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The 606
1805 North Ridgeway AvenueOpened spring of 2015. Elevated park connecting 4 neighborhoods from Bucktown to Humbolt Park. Trail for biking, walking and art installations.
http://greenmilljazz.com/ which originally opened in 1907 and is a regular spot for serious jazz (no talking during a set!)
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The Green Mill
4802 North Broadwayhttp://greenmilljazz.com/ which originally opened in 1907 and is a regular spot for serious jazz (no talking during a set!)
Buy a bottle of wine at the store and then grab delicious bites to drink in the lounge next door.
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Lush Wine & Spirits
2232 W Roscoe StBuy a bottle of wine at the store and then grab delicious bites to drink in the lounge next door.
RM Champagne Salon
116 N Green StRomantic, beautiful patio in the summer. French.
Great spot for a drink in the downstairs lobby. Have to be a member to go upstairs.
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Soho House Chicago
113-125 N Green StGreat spot for a drink in the downstairs lobby. Have to be a member to go upstairs.
Food Scene
Monday nights for their $35 3-course Farm Dinner. Consistently has items on the menu that we have to google to figure out what they are. Great drinks, fair prices, fun atmosphere.
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Lula Cafe
2537 N Kedzie BlvdMonday nights for their $35 3-course Farm Dinner. Consistently has items on the menu that we have to google to figure out what they are. Great drinks, fair prices, fun atmosphere.
Creative food from Macau. Long waits with no reservations. Exceptional.
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Fat Rice
2957 W Diversey AveCreative food from Macau. Long waits with no reservations. Exceptional.
Girl & The Goat
809 W Randolph StTop Chef’s winner Stephanie Izard’s brilliant creation.
Chicago is known for its steaks. This is a favorite spot but requires reservations in advance. The seafood tower is also a sight to be seen and tasted!
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Bavette's Bar & Boeuf
218 W Kinzie StChicago is known for its steaks. This is a favorite spot but requires reservations in advance. The seafood tower is also a sight to be seen and tasted!
Award winning and delicious! Catch a show at the Steppanwolf and eat here too.
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Boka
1729 N Halsted StAward winning and delicious! Catch a show at the Steppanwolf and eat here too.
Altiro Latin Fusion
2116 West Roscoe StreetGreat cocktails and tacos!
John's Place
2132 W Roscoe StFamily friendly restaurant and brunch spot.
HERO Coffee Bar
2111 W Roscoe StAlternative coffee shop.
bellyQ
1400 W Randolph StBill Kim amazing Asian food.
Formento's
925 W Randolph StExcellent Italian.
One of the best Italian restaurants. Neighborhood gem. Cozy.
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Riccardo Trattoria
2119 N Clark StOne of the best Italian restaurants. Neighborhood gem. Cozy.
Upscale Ralph Lauren restaurant serving American classics in a sophisticated setting. Great for lunch after shopping along Michigan Avenue.
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RL Restaurant
115 E Chicago AveUpscale Ralph Lauren restaurant serving American classics in a sophisticated setting. Great for lunch after shopping along Michigan Avenue.
Pasta, steaks & seafood served in a sleek, group-friendly eatery backed by Giuliana & Bill Rancic
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RPM Italian
52 W Illinois StPasta, steaks & seafood served in a sleek, group-friendly eatery backed by Giuliana & Bill Rancic
Elaborately plated Japanese fare & sushi pairs with sake & cocktails in ultramodern surroundings.
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Juno Sushi Chicago
2638 N Lincoln AveElaborately plated Japanese fare & sushi pairs with sake & cocktails in ultramodern surroundings.
Great, vibrant Italian Restaurant on Southport. Great pasta and pizza. Close to Wrigley Field. Reservations suggested.
"Within months of entering Chicago's culinary world, Coda di Volpe restaurant established itself as a neighborhood favorite. This instant rise to glory is the result of Chef Thompson's extensive experiences in Italy along with his passion for food. Serving a Southern Italian fare, Thompson's Neapolitan handmade pies are the showstoppers of the menu that should not be given a miss. Besides culinary plates like Beef short ribs and meatballs, the menu also features sweet options like Apple Crostata. Visit Cola di Volpe to relish true Southern Italian flavors."
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Coda di Volpe
3335 N Southport AveGreat, vibrant Italian Restaurant on Southport. Great pasta and pizza. Close to Wrigley Field. Reservations suggested.
"Within months of entering Chicago's culinary world, Coda di Volpe restaurant established itself as a neighborhood favorite. This instant rise to glory is the result of Chef Thompson's extensive experiences in Italy along with his passion for food. Serving a Southern Italian fare, Thompson's Neapolitan handmade pies are the showstoppers of the menu that should not be given a miss. Besides culinary plates like Beef short ribs and meatballs, the menu also features sweet options like Apple Crostata. Visit Cola di Volpe to relish true Southern Italian flavors."
Tuco And Blondie
3358 N Southport AveTacos and Margaritas near Wrigley Field.
A vintage sports club with a seasonal & local farm focused menu. Craft cocktails & beers on a 6,000 sq ft patio to soak in the beautiful Chicago summers.
Outdoor fire pit. Great weekend brunch cafe.
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Park & Field
3509 W Fullerton AveA vintage sports club with a seasonal & local farm focused menu. Craft cocktails & beers on a 6,000 sq ft patio to soak in the beautiful Chicago summers.
Outdoor fire pit. Great weekend brunch cafe.
"Dos is a partnership between two husband and wife teams: Chef Brian Enyart (14-year veteran of Frontera Grill/Topolobampo) and Pastry Chef Jennifer Jones Enyart (Charlie Trotter’s, Topolobampo), as well as Michael Rotolo (20-year Lettuce Entertain You veteran/Joe’s Stone Crab) and Erika Martinez Rotolo (Lettuce Entertain You).
Inspired by the boldness and bounty of Mexico, the menu is an original interpretation of Mexican cuisine that embraces contemporary flavors and ingredients. Guests can enjoy thoughtful fare in the restaurant’s dining room and spacious open air bar area, or on its seasonal 40-seat al fresco patio.
The restaurant is Chicago Magazine’s Top 5 “Best New".
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Dos Urban Cantina
2829 W Armitage Ave"Dos is a partnership between two husband and wife teams: Chef Brian Enyart (14-year veteran of Frontera Grill/Topolobampo) and Pastry Chef Jennifer Jones Enyart (Charlie Trotter’s, Topolobampo), as well as Michael Rotolo (20-year Lettuce Entertain You veteran/Joe’s Stone Crab) and Erika Martinez Rotolo (Lettuce Entertain You).
Inspired by the boldness and bounty of Mexico, the menu is an original interpretation of Mexican cuisine that embraces contemporary flavors and ingredients. Guests can enjoy thoughtful fare in the restaurant’s dining room and spacious open air bar area, or on its seasonal 40-seat al fresco patio.
The restaurant is Chicago Magazine’s Top 5 “Best New".
Located at the end of our block within a 2 minute walk, Le Sud is a wonderful French Bistro open for dinner. It's been written up on Eater as a Hot New Restaurant. They only take reservations for half the restaurant, so there are tables for walk-ins. Great wine list. We love the Steak Frites and Duck.
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Le Sud
2301 W Roscoe StLocated at the end of our block within a 2 minute walk, Le Sud is a wonderful French Bistro open for dinner. It's been written up on Eater as a Hot New Restaurant. They only take reservations for half the restaurant, so there are tables for walk-ins. Great wine list. We love the Steak Frites and Duck.
Pilates + Coffee
2144 W Roscoe StThe coffee is fabulous!
Although it looks gritty, it's considered authentic Mexican food and the tacos are great! Very popular late night. Most just order at the counter and take to go.
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Tonys Burrito Méx
1957 W Belmont AveAlthough it looks gritty, it's considered authentic Mexican food and the tacos are great! Very popular late night. Most just order at the counter and take to go.
You might spot a Chicago Cubs player dining here on a regular basis. Family owned, authentic Cuban food.
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Cuba 312
2054 W Roscoe StYou might spot a Chicago Cubs player dining here on a regular basis. Family owned, authentic Cuban food.
Piazza Bella Trattoria & Osteria
2114 W Roscoe StLocal and cozy Italian Restaurant.
Italian-Mediterranean sharing plates & classic cocktails in swanky digs with lounge & booth seating. We love this restaurant and dine here often. Reservations recommended.
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Ella Elli
1349 W Cornelia AveItalian-Mediterranean sharing plates & classic cocktails in swanky digs with lounge & booth seating. We love this restaurant and dine here often. Reservations recommended.
Drinks & Nightlife
Blackbird Restaurant
619 W Randolph StHigh end, delicious and always impeccable service.
Boasts some of the best burgers in town delivered to your table with straight talk and heavy metal attitude
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Kuma's Corner
2900 W Belmont AveBoasts some of the best burgers in town delivered to your table with straight talk and heavy metal attitude
Bongo Room
1470 N Milwaukee AveDecadent brunch. No reservations.
The Barrelhouse Flat
2624 N Lincoln AveAmazing cocktail selection. Go upstairs.
Turquoise Cafe & Restaurant
2147 W Roscoe StExcellent Turkish / Mediterranean food.
Excellent beer list, craft cocktails and casual food. Great place to watch the game.
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Commonwealth Tavern
2000 W Roscoe StExcellent beer list, craft cocktails and casual food. Great place to watch the game.
Our favorite local bar! One of the best beer gardens in the city.
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Village Tap
2055 W Roscoe StOur favorite local bar! One of the best beer gardens in the city.
Tacos and margaritas with people watching. Poplular and crowded with outdoor patio.
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Big Star
1531 N Damen AveTacos and margaritas with people watching. Poplular and crowded with outdoor patio.
The Violet Hour
1520 N Damen AveTop notch craft cocktails, speakeasy vibe.
Au Cheval
800 W Randolph StFrench and best hamburger in town.
Crosby's Kitchen
3455 N Southport AveFamily friendly dining along Southport.
Schubas Tavern
3159 N Southport AveFamous small and intimate music venue.
Old school bowling with people who pick up the pins. A very Chicago bar. Bowling reservations recommended.
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Southport Lanes & Billiards
3325 N Southport AveOld school bowling with people who pick up the pins. A very Chicago bar. Bowling reservations recommended.
Warehouse-style spot brewing seasonal beers to pair with creative gastropub cooking in funky digs.
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Corridor Brewery & Provisions
3446 N Southport AveWarehouse-style spot brewing seasonal beers to pair with creative gastropub cooking in funky digs.
Entertainment & Activities
http://www.msichicago.org/ At the former Palace of Fine Arts from the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. Just a very fun place for the science nerd in all of us (and for kids!)
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Museum of Science and Industry
5700 S Lake Shore Drhttp://www.msichicago.org/ At the former Palace of Fine Arts from the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. Just a very fun place for the science nerd in all of us (and for kids!)
One of the best aquariums in the country, the Shedd focuses on conservation and research, this place reassures you that the Balugas, sea otters, seal lions, and little fishes are all being well taken
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Shedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrOne of the best aquariums in the country, the Shedd focuses on conservation and research, this place reassures you that the Balugas, sea otters, seal lions, and little fishes are all being well taken
One of the oldest and one of the few free zoos in the country! Just take a stroll through!
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Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark StOne of the oldest and one of the few free zoos in the country! Just take a stroll through!
Bakin' & Eggs: A Lovely Idea
3120 N Lincoln AveFamily friendly brunch.
Sightseeing
One of Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpieces on the University of Chicago campus. Take the tour and then walk around the rest of campus though the Gothic ivory tower courtyards
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Frederick C. Robie House
5757 S Woodlawn AveOne of Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpieces on the University of Chicago campus. Take the tour and then walk around the rest of campus though the Gothic ivory tower courtyards
If you are intrigued and want more, a great documentary to watch before or after your visit is the PBS produced special “Chicago: City of the Century” (http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/chicago/)
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Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark StIf you are intrigued and want more, a great documentary to watch before or after your visit is the PBS produced special “Chicago: City of the Century” (http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/chicago/)
The modern wing opened in 2009. Designed by architect Renzo Piano, it showcases not only world class art, but the design of a modern space overlooking the industrial past of Chicago.
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The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveThe modern wing opened in 2009. Designed by architect Renzo Piano, it showcases not only world class art, but the design of a modern space overlooking the industrial past of Chicago.
The 606
1805 North Ridgeway AvenueEssentials
Organic Grocery store about 20 minute walk or 5 minute drive from unit.
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Whole Foods Market
3640 N Halsted StOrganic Grocery store about 20 minute walk or 5 minute drive from unit.
Mariano's
2021 W Chicago AveBrand new Grocery store 5 minute walk from unit.
Shopping
Stylish mid priced clothing for men and women. Great jewelry and large selection of jeans.
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The Denim Lounge
2039 W Roscoe StStylish mid priced clothing for men and women. Great jewelry and large selection of jeans.
Cinnamon Boutique features unique yet versatile clothing, jewelry & accessories for women and is located in Chicago’s Roscoe Village neighborhood. We carry all your favorite lines, including Rebecca Taylor, Joie, Nicole Miller, Trina Turk, Autumn Cashmere, Mother Denim, Citizens of Humanity, Frame Denim, McGuire, Diane Von Furstenburg, MZ Wallace, Calleen Cordero, and Black Halo, among many others! There is never a shortage of accessories at Cinnamon with plenty of jewelry, hand bags, belts and shoes to complement any ensemble. Whether you need a casual daytime outfit, dressy evening attire, or an outfit that does both, we have you covered! Cinnamon offers personalized shopping experiences
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Cinnamon Boutique
2104 W Roscoe StCinnamon Boutique features unique yet versatile clothing, jewelry & accessories for women and is located in Chicago’s Roscoe Village neighborhood. We carry all your favorite lines, including Rebecca Taylor, Joie, Nicole Miller, Trina Turk, Autumn Cashmere, Mother Denim, Citizens of Humanity, Frame Denim, McGuire, Diane Von Furstenburg, MZ Wallace, Calleen Cordero, and Black Halo, among many others! There is never a shortage of accessories at Cinnamon with plenty of jewelry, hand bags, belts and shoes to complement any ensemble. Whether you need a casual daytime outfit, dressy evening attire, or an outfit that does both, we have you covered! Cinnamon offers personalized shopping experiences
A charming and well-stocked privately owned bookstore. The staff is very knowlegeable and it's a neighborhood favorite.
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RoscoeBooks
2142 W Roscoe StA charming and well-stocked privately owned bookstore. The staff is very knowlegeable and it's a neighborhood favorite.