Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Tweet
5020 N Sheridan RdAmazing brunch!
Baker & Nosh
1303 W Wilson AveTasty baked goods with local coffee.
Iconic Vietnamese restaurant on Argyle, walking distance from my apartment.
81 Einheimische empfehlen
Tank Noodle
4953-55 N BroadwayIconic Vietnamese restaurant on Argyle, walking distance from my apartment.
Fancy new restaurant in Andersonville. Mexican cuisine done the Mid-Western way. Great reviews.
9 Einheimische empfehlen
Cantina 1910
5025 North Clark StreetFancy new restaurant in Andersonville. Mexican cuisine done the Mid-Western way. Great reviews.
Big Jones
5347 N Clark StAward-winning Southern food.
Drinks & Nightlife
Famous, historic jazz spot. Listen to some live music late into the night. I love the 3pm Saturday "live magazine" show called the Paper Machete. Get there early (2ish) to find a seat.
471 Einheimische empfehlen
The Green Mill
4802 North BroadwayFamous, historic jazz spot. Listen to some live music late into the night. I love the 3pm Saturday "live magazine" show called the Paper Machete. Get there early (2ish) to find a seat.
This bar specializes in a range of beers from around the world and interesting local breweries.
251 Einheimische empfehlen
Hopleaf
5148 N Clark StThis bar specializes in a range of beers from around the world and interesting local breweries.
Parks & Nature
Kathy Osterman Beach House
5800 N Lake Shore DrGreat for swimming and relaxing.
A quiet spot to walk to from the apartment. Lovely birdlife and on the edge of the lake with a stunning view of the Chicago city skyline.
31 Einheimische empfehlen
Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary
A quiet spot to walk to from the apartment. Lovely birdlife and on the edge of the lake with a stunning view of the Chicago city skyline.
Getting Around
Lawrence Red Line Station