Guidebook for Chicago
Parks & Nature
Thorndale Avenue Beach
It is a 4 minute walk from our home and is a lovely private beach.
For a larger, more popular beach, this is your best bet. This place will be crowded in the summer so if prefer otherwise, head just a bit further North to Thorndale.
96 locals recommend
Kathy Osterman Beach House
5800 N Lake Shore DrFor a larger, more popular beach, this is your best bet. This place will be crowded in the summer so if prefer otherwise, head just a bit further North to Thorndale.
Drinks & Nightlife
Simple, easy, cheap bar food. Great outdoor space and delicious Sangria you can get by the pitcher.
41 locals recommend
Moody's Pub
5910 N BroadwaySimple, easy, cheap bar food. Great outdoor space and delicious Sangria you can get by the pitcher.
Food Scene
Cellars Bar and Grill
5900 N BroadwayGreat brunch selection with bottomless mimosas.
Metropolis Coffee Company
1039 W Granville AveSmall batch artisan coffee shop with great atmosphere
Ann Sather Restaurant
909 W Belmont AveIconic breakfast spot
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
3640 N Halsted StWalgreens
3646 North BroadwayArts & Culture
Great storefront theatre just a half block from the condo
6 locals recommend
Jackalope Theatre Company
5917 N BroadwayGreat storefront theatre just a half block from the condo
Getting Around
Thorndale station
1118 W Thorndale AveYou can catch the 136, 147, and 151 buses that will take you downtown along Lake Shore Drive
Sheridan & Thorndale station
You can catch the 136, 147, and 151 buses that will take you downtown along Lake Shore Drive
Broadway & Thorndale station
You can rent a Divvy bike for just $9 per day