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564 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
Great for drinks and pasta. The kale salad is outstanding, too.
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800 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
The best of the best smash burger. This is the original location and if you have GF travelers they can accomodate. If you just want to try the burger, there are other "Small Cheval" locations with less wait.
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615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
A great Mediterranean restaurant with a fantastic happy hour. The back wrapped dates are a must.
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702 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654
Great Greek food for the neighborhood. The multi-dip appetizer is fantastic.
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3315 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60608
Unique coffee place with a solid brew. I like the orange cardamom latte.
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120 N Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
If in the loop and you need a fun cocktail experience, head here. The Salt Air margarita is a favorite.
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443 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
Under Frontera, they have food and a constant rotating cocktail list. Enjoy bites and fantastic drinks.
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1110 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
An all-day Italian café in Fulton Market, from coffee and breakfast to dinner.
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218 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
A fantastic steak house and the buger is also a treat here. Ask for seating downstairs.
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3281 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Classic cocktails with dive bar vibes. Don’t overlook the food; it’s amazing. Get the cheesecake and an Angostura bitters shot.
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6430 Main St, Suite 150, Woodridge, IL 60517
Way out in the burbs, but still amazing. The Zuke Salmon, speciality Mackerel, and the Summer Roll are all highlights here.
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2165 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Another place that you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The spring rolls and duck crispy fried rice are standouts.
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2121 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
Get the pizza pot pie and the flatbread. In a perfect world, add the salad with poppy seed dressing, a half-pound pot pie, and a tortoni. Your body will love and hate you. They sell the seasoning now—keep it refrigerated.
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12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Make a reservation here, and enjoy the views of Millennium park. The drinks are ok, but the view is worth the price of admission.
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51 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654
Fantastic food. Make a reservation; bar seats are hard to come by.
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738 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Dark Matter makes good beans. The mayan mocha is also a good spicy take on a classic mocha
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111 N Franklin St, Chicago, IL 60606
Get here early, and don't be deceived by the line, it goes quick and it's just a small pickup area.
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1048 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Traditional napoli style pizza. Also has GF dough available. The Diavola is fantastic.
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26 N Elm St, Three Oaks, MI 49128
Their rhubarb pie is amazing. Lots of little goodies in a classic Main Street bakery.
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445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
Amazing Mexican food. The happy hour times are a little odd, but anything on the menu is worth it.
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13400 Red Arrow Hwy, Sawyer, MI 49125
A newer name in the beer scene with a solid variety. The owner is very nice, too.
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415 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60654
For happy hour, get the Stealth Margarita and chicken tinga quesadillas. Late night gets clubby, so go when it opens.
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3209 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
You can’t go wrong with anything here. It’s a spectacular little place; get a reservation.
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230 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
Same owners as Bavette's and Au Cheval, amazing high end bar food. Burger is also fantastic.
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809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Get a reservation far in advance. A classic Chicago restaurant now, and the original from Stephanie Izard.
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216 N Peoria St, Chicago, IL 60607
In the first floor of Mondeleze. Pastries and chocolates are fantastic, and the mocha is very unique and delightful.
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4802 N Broadway Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
One of the best places for live jazz. There’s a cover, but it’s old-school Chicago.
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51 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654
Classic cocktails are $12. Get in line early or expect a wait. Worth it.
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5846 Sawyer Rd, Sawyer, MI 49125
Solid coffee that’s about the coffee, rather than dressed-up drinks.
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211 E Buffalo St, New Buffalo, MI 49117
Really great matcha drinks. Expect a wait, but it’s worth it.
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901 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
A quick serve lunch shop. Get the Mr. G. The single best sandwich I've enjoyed.
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109 Generations Dr, Three Oaks, MI 49128
A huge complex with tours and fantastic drinks. The food is okay, but not our favorite.
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1001 N Winchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Order online for takeout if you don't have reservations. Exceptionally popular for brunch, and will need to plan in advance.
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3749 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Cash only, but a former sous chef from Rick Bayless opened this place and the pico and tacos are amazing. Don't skip the Gringa, and bring some tequila and order limeade for your own margaritas.
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431 N. Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60654
One of the longer happy hours in the city, with an underappreciated burger.
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85 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
Snag a reservation here as well if going bar hopping in this area. Great view of the river, drinks are just ok.
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13698 Red Arrow Hwy, Harbert, MI 49115
Preorder a day ahead if you can. The smashed croissant with feta and spinach is a go-to. Great baked goods and frozen items to take home.
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15936 Red Arrow Hwy, Union Pier, MI 49129
Small spot, good brews, and a relaxing place to spend some time.
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1035 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Hear me out: this is the world headquarters, with rotating global menu items you can’t get anywhere else.
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1039 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
The coffee is fantastic but get the pastries a short distance away at phFlour.
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660 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661
All cocktails here are $13. Classics only, and they are amazing. Get here when they open to get a seat at the bar and a bit more of a private experience.
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205 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60606
A ton of taps and a fun place in the loop. Get the cauliflower "wings". Often you'll find beers here you can't get elsewhere in the city.
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1020 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607
Italian pasta made in house. The sunchoke crostinis are amazing as well. Save room for the butterscotch budino.
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1000 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
One of the largest if not the largest rooftop in the US, this is a spectacular place to enjoy in the summer and see the skyline of Chicago. Great vibes, and ok drinks. You are going here for the view.
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620 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Always solid, with homemade limoncello. My wife and I had our first date here—and got engaged here, too.
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12312 Red Arrow Hwy, Sawyer, MI 49125
Good snacks, good vinyl, and a thoughtfully chosen wine list. I always ask them to “surprise me!”
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2207 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
Don't call it deep dish here. It's pan pizza and it's what us locals eat when we feel like pan pizza.
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1134 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
Olive sourdough is fantastic, the cookies here are amazing too.
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932 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
Anything you order here is going to be amazing. If possible, ask for the seats at the kitchen counter. No reservation, show up 15min before open and grab a seat at the bar.
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412 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654
One of the only bars that opens at 7am and closes at 4am. Featured on CBS Sunday Morning etc. Cash Only, and a true local spot. Dive bar amazingness.
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317 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
Great happy hour, but it can get crowded. Stick to the bar. It’s expensive otherwise, but the view is fantastic.
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66 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
Great happy hour for the burger. The meal leans touristy; I’d recommend Steak 48 instead.
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16321 Red Arrow Hwy, Union Pier, MI 49129
My current favorite brewery in Michigan. Great outdoor space and light lagers.
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5870 Sawyer Rd, Sawyer, MI 49125
Amazing food, especially the kimchi cheese tots. The drinks impress, too: get a Yard Marg, play some games, and enjoy the large outdoor space.
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12 W Elm St, Chicago, IL 60610
Cuban-inspired cocktail lounge with one of the best grasshoppers I’ve had.
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615 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
While a chain, the Chicago location is outstanding. Can't go wrong with anything here. The walnut Old Fashion is the best drink on the menu.
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63 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654
Great sushi overall, with a particularly good happy hour for rolls.
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1002 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
A solid old school bar often featuring live music and/or burlesque shows.
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145 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60602
In the theater district, the fish and chips are the standout dish here.
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2701 S Eleanor St, Chicago, IL 60608
Anything you order will be amazing. Make a reservation, walk in might be a wait.
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224 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
The food here is top notch, but the location and atmosphere sell it. A massive sound system with vinyl makes this location worth a visit.
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1108 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
One of our winter favorites, with a wood-burning fireplace. Cocktails run high ABV or low ABV, hence the name.
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1816 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
IMHO, the best view from an open air bar in the city. Arrive a bit before they open if the weather is nice to snap up a table by the windows/glass.
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430 N Michigan Ave (lower level), Chicago, IL 60611
Get a double with chips. This is the original location.
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6219 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60660
Sit and sip here with live music and a hell of a great lake view. Get here when they open on a nice day. Outside only.
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1462 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Serves Dark Matter, but has a Delorian and a classic Nintendo in the back you can play.
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465 N McClurg Ct, Chicago, IL 60611
A listening-room-style jazz bar, great for a date night. The VIP seats are worth a few extra dollars.
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67 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654
The original XOCO. In winter, get the hot chocolate made from freshly ground cacao beans, with a churro.
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5200 S Archer Ave, Suite 8, Chicago, IL 60632
A top spot for tacos, especially if you’re flying in or out of Midway.
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