Guidebook for Chicago
Drinks & Nightlife
Huge beer selection and wines on tap. Can't beat the mussels with frites and garlic aoili.
251 locals recommend
Hopleaf
5148 N Clark StHuge beer selection and wines on tap. Can't beat the mussels with frites and garlic aoili.
Ranked "One of the Greatest Gay Bars in the World" by Out Magazine, this is a great location for a burger and beer and visit the attic for MaryOke on Wednesdays and Sundays.
65 locals recommend
Hamburger Mary's
Ranked "One of the Greatest Gay Bars in the World" by Out Magazine, this is a great location for a burger and beer and visit the attic for MaryOke on Wednesdays and Sundays.
Marty's
1511 W Balmoral AveSmall and intimate, can get pretty crowded but they make a mean martini.
Simon's Tavern
5210 N Clark StGreat dive bar to hang out with friends over a few beers.
Food Scene
Excellent brunch local with a cute back patio during the summers. The BLT Benedict, Caramel Pretzel Pancakes and Bloody Marys are amongst my favorites.
91 locals recommend
The Bongo Room
5022 N Clark StExcellent brunch local with a cute back patio during the summers. The BLT Benedict, Caramel Pretzel Pancakes and Bloody Marys are amongst my favorites.
Put some south in your mouth at this excellent brunch spot and the beignets rival New Orleans.
78 locals recommend
Big Jones
5347 N Clark StPut some south in your mouth at this excellent brunch spot and the beignets rival New Orleans.
Reza's Restaurant
5255 N Clark StExcellent mediterranean.
Cute cafe for a bite to eat or a cup of coffee. Save room for a slice of pie! It's also a nice spot to grab some free wifi and you can feel good that your supporting a business that feeds the needy.
39 locals recommend
First Slice Pie Cafe
5357 N Ashland AveCute cafe for a bite to eat or a cup of coffee. Save room for a slice of pie! It's also a nice spot to grab some free wifi and you can feel good that your supporting a business that feeds the needy.
Can't beat the lobster mac and cheese nor the extensive scotch and whiskey menu.
93 locals recommend
Lady Gregory's Irish Bar & Restaurant
5260 N Clark StCan't beat the lobster mac and cheese nor the extensive scotch and whiskey menu.
If you are looking for a good brunch spot without having to wait in line, I recommend Pauline's. Only the locals know about it and you can typically get right in. Freshly squeezed juices are a hit.
27 locals recommend
Pauline's
1754 W Balmoral AveIf you are looking for a good brunch spot without having to wait in line, I recommend Pauline's. Only the locals know about it and you can typically get right in. Freshly squeezed juices are a hit.
A vegetarian spot that's perfect for reading a book or catching up with friends. They don't have internet so if you're looking to get online, best try Starbucks on the corner.
53 locals recommend
Kopi Cafe
5317 N Clark StA vegetarian spot that's perfect for reading a book or catching up with friends. They don't have internet so if you're looking to get online, best try Starbucks on the corner.
Starbucks
1 E Delaware PlNewly remodeled, friendly staff but often hard to find a table.
Jerry's
5419 N Clark StBest selection of sandwiches around and excellent drink options.
Everything Else
Women & Children First
5233 N Clark StOne of my favorite independent bookstores.
I highly recommend the Zanzibar which tastes just like a chocolate brownie but it's so hard to pick here when everything is delicious.
39 locals recommend
George's Ice Cream & Sweets
5306 N Clark StI highly recommend the Zanzibar which tastes just like a chocolate brownie but it's so hard to pick here when everything is delicious.
Great grocery store with virtually anything you need and some fun perks like a bar and piano player on the weekends. Sip a glass of wine and pick up groceries for the week! Only a 6 block walk.
171 locals recommend
Mariano's
3358 W Touhy AveGreat grocery store with virtually anything you need and some fun perks like a bar and piano player on the weekends. Sip a glass of wine and pick up groceries for the week! Only a 6 block walk.
Essentials
Middle East Bakery & Grocery
1512 W Foster AveBest homemade hummus and pita in town.
Arts & Culture
Longest running show in Chicago Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind is but one of their many offerings.
66 locals recommend
Neo-Futurists
5153 North Ashland AvenueLongest running show in Chicago Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind is but one of their many offerings.