Definitely on the “to do” list while visiting, or a staycation! Welcome and enjoy 😊
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Restaurants
Fave eat spots and novelty stops
Finest Chinese cuisine in Chicago. Xiao Long Bao is the best here!
Shanghai Terrace
Amazing stone crab and the John Dory is seasonal from Oct-Jan.
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
One of the best steakhouses in Chicago. Only way to get a reservation here is to get on their website. Depending on what date you want that reservation on, you have to count exactly 21 days in advance and make the reservation. Get online early.
Bavette's Bar & Boeuf
Can I say enough about the chicken consommé and popovers with the strawberry butter? 🫠🫠🫠
Mariposa - Chicago - Michigan Avenue
The finest bowl of pho in the city! This is in a new location on Oak St. from the original on Rush, same vibes and ambiance. Everything on the menu is definitely worth a try!
Le Colonial Chicago
Yep, the largest Starbucks on the Mag Mile! The Grand Roastery has small bites, coffee adventures and souvenirs from your visit!
Starbucks Reserve Roastery
Neat place right on the Riverwalk! Indoor/outdoor seating-watch the river/people and enjoy a Chicago dog!! Definitely lit up for St. Patrick’s Day ☘️
Lizzie McNeill's Irish Pub
Great spot along the Ogden Slip with cozy jazz vibes and great eats!
Robert's Pizza and Dough Company
One of the OGs when it comes to deep dish. Nostalgic stop for some Chicago history 🍕
Original Deep Dish Pizza | Chicago Style Pizza | Uno Pizzeria & Grill
Love this place! Right along Michigan at Wacker. Korean style breakfast sandwiches’🫠
Breakfast Sandwiches and Coffee in Chicago, IL 60601 | Egg Tuck - 326-n- ...
The largest rooftop bar in Chicago-and you don’t want to miss this one-especially at night when the skyline is all lit up-it’s gorgeous!! Great food and drink!
Offshore Rooftop
Yeah, if I needed to satisfy a candy craze-this place does not disappoint! New, trendy and vintage selections!
IT'SUGAR
You can’t leave the City without a stop and grab from Garrett’s!! Sometimes there is a line out the door.
Garrett Popcorn Shops
So fun and delish for everyone! Have to admit, almost ate myself sick 😂😂😂
MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM
Cute place inside the Museum of Contemporary Art! The gift shop at the MCA is definitely one to visit for unusual and unique gifts.
Marisol Chicago
Day Excursions
Festival grounds for Lollapalooza, the Crown fountains, and so much more-summertime fun!
Grant (Ulysses) Park
You cannot leave Chicago without experiencing one of these! The curators are so kind and knowledgeable, tours run all day. The “twilight” cruise is amazing because at the end of the tour-they go out onto the lake and turn the boat so everyone gets th...
Chicago River Boat Architecture Tours
An absolutely stop during the summer. Especially during Air and Water show times! Always something going on here-the Offshore Rooftop is here (see my other rec) and the iconic Ferris wheel! Boat tours, excitement to be had for the whole family!!
Navy Pier
All I can say is HELL YEAH!!! Not all of the rides are white knucklers, but the edge of excitement is there!!
Seadog Cruises (Speedboat & Architecture Tours)
Everyone who visits Chicago, especially with kids, should come for a day of interactive fun and education!
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
A must visit when in Chicago! Natural wonders and history throughout time-a sight to be seen!
Field Museum
Come and see the next Sky show and learn about our solar system and other current events happening!
Adler Planetarium
Come and see the fishes and other wonderful marine life at the Shedd! Very visual, lots of attractions and educational!
Shedd Aquarium
Amazing stop for fine art and seasonal features! Of course, the iconic lions that grace the entrance! Near The Gage and Remington’s for a nice lunch spot!
The Art Institute of Chicago
History and beauty. A nice place to enjoy 😁
Clarence F. Buckingham Memorial Fountain
As a Chicagoan, this will always be the Sears. (sorry, not sorry 😂) Anyway, great observation decks (if you’re not afraid of heights!) and food!
Willis Tower
Once again, as a Chicagoan, this will be the Hancock building to me 😂👍 and again, great observation decks (they have “The Tilt”) and food!
