Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
One of the most popular places for Chicago's deep dish pizza!
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
1120 N State StOne of the most popular places for Chicago's deep dish pizza!
One of the most popular brunch places in Chicago. Rain or shine, there is always a line.
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Bongo Room
1470 N Milwaukee AveOne of the most popular brunch places in Chicago. Rain or shine, there is always a line.
Great brunch place in the area. I always go there for their strawberry banana french toasts with toasted coconut flakes. I love their bloody mary although it is a little bit pricey.
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Eleven City Diner
1112 S Wabash AveGreat brunch place in the area. I always go there for their strawberry banana french toasts with toasted coconut flakes. I love their bloody mary although it is a little bit pricey.
Another popular brunch place. I come here for the classics. Does not serve alcohol. There is always a line but it moves fast.
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Yolk - South Loop
1120 S Michigan AveAnother popular brunch place. I come here for the classics. Does not serve alcohol. There is always a line but it moves fast.
Umai
730 S Clark StGreat sushi place and at a walking distance, what more do you ask for!
Harold's Chicken Shack
612 S Wabash AveSometimes we just want comfort food...
Spanglish Mexican Kitchen
555 S State StGreat taco place in the neighborhood
Peet's Coffee
1000 W North AveA good day starts with good coffee...
It is a restaurant/bar, sourced locally, good beer selection
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Burger Bar Chicago
1150 South Michigan AvenueIt is a restaurant/bar, sourced locally, good beer selection
Essentials
Trader Joe's
1528 E 55th StEasily accessible grocery store
Jewel-Osco
1224 S Wabash AveEasily accessible grocery store
Drinks & Nightlife
Sports bar for those who wants to cheer for the Blackhawks!
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Jimmy Green's South Loop Bar & Grill
701 S State StSports bar for those who wants to cheer for the Blackhawks!
Rather than paying ~30 for Sears Tower, I recommend coming here for a drink at night and enjoy the downtown Chicago night view. Ladies, please check out the view from the restroom. It is the best spot
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The Signature Room at the 95th®
875 N Michigan AveRather than paying ~30 for Sears Tower, I recommend coming here for a drink at night and enjoy the downtown Chicago night view. Ladies, please check out the view from the restroom. It is the best spot
Sightseeing
It is one of the hidden gems in Chicago. I highly recommend any visitors to stop by their tourist info desk for maps and events and check out the magnificent Tiffany glass domes. It's free too!
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Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington StIt is one of the hidden gems in Chicago. I highly recommend any visitors to stop by their tourist info desk for maps and events and check out the magnificent Tiffany glass domes. It's free too!
Umgangatho wezulu
201 E Randolph StMust-see in Chicago
Even if you are not into museums, come here to check out Chicago's skyline. You won't regret it.
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Museum Campus
Even if you are not into museums, come here to check out Chicago's skyline. You won't regret it.
Arts & Culture
I-Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveBest museum in the world!
Everything Else
Divvy Station: Wabash Ave & 8th St
Closet Divvy bike rental station.
Printers Row Wine Bar and Shop
719 S Dearborn StWine store close to the apartment.