Guidebook for Chicago

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Guidebook for Chicago

Food Scene

Dining: AMK (1954 W Armitage) - Literally right outside the condo’s front door, good comfort food served in a hip and casual surroundings.
9 recommandé par les habitants
AMK Kitchen Bar
1954 West Armitage Avenue
9 recommandé par les habitants
Dining: AMK (1954 W Armitage) - Literally right outside the condo’s front door, good comfort food served in a hip and casual surroundings.
Dining: Coast (2045 N Damen) - Japanese entrees & creative sushi in a group-friendly setting with bring-your-own-alcohol policy. Very good and well-known.
80 recommandé par les habitants
Coast Sushi Bar
2045 North Damen Avenue
80 recommandé par les habitants
Dining: Coast (2045 N Damen) - Japanese entrees & creative sushi in a group-friendly setting with bring-your-own-alcohol policy. Very good and well-known.
Dining: Northside Bar and Grill (1635 N Damen) - Serves American comfort food in a casual setting with fireplace and patio.
20 recommandé par les habitants
Northside Bar & Grill
1635 N Damen Ave
20 recommandé par les habitants
Dining: Northside Bar and Grill (1635 N Damen) - Serves American comfort food in a casual setting with fireplace and patio.
Dining: Big Star (1531 N Damen) - Very popular spot, definitely a wait if weather is nice however worth the people watching. Mexica street food, plus margaritas fuel this lively scene at this funky hangout.
1176 recommandé par les habitants
Big Star
1531 N Damen Ave
1176 recommandé par les habitants
Dining: Big Star (1531 N Damen) - Very popular spot, definitely a wait if weather is nice however worth the people watching. Mexica street food, plus margaritas fuel this lively scene at this funky hangout.
The Bristol (2152 N Damen) - New American gastropub cuisine & handcrafted cocktails in a hip, rustic space with communal seating.
62 recommandé par les habitants
The Bristol
2152 N Damen Ave
62 recommandé par les habitants
The Bristol (2152 N Damen) - New American gastropub cuisine & handcrafted cocktails in a hip, rustic space with communal seating.
Dining: Le Bouchon (1958 N Damen) - Small, bustling neighborhood French bistro literally across the street which classic cuisine and quaint decor.
56 recommandé par les habitants
Le Bouchon
1958 N Damen Ave
56 recommandé par les habitants
Dining: Le Bouchon (1958 N Damen) - Small, bustling neighborhood French bistro literally across the street which classic cuisine and quaint decor.
Dining: Irazu (1865 N Milwaukee) Cash-only cantina serving a vegetarian-friendly menu of traditional Costa Rican food and shakes. (BYOB)
109 recommandé par les habitants
Irazu Costa Rican Restaurant & Catering
1865 N Milwaukee Ave
109 recommandé par les habitants
Dining: Irazu (1865 N Milwaukee) Cash-only cantina serving a vegetarian-friendly menu of traditional Costa Rican food and shakes. (BYOB)
Dining and/or Dessert: Hot Chocolate (1747 N Damen) Hip family-friendly American eatery known for its seasonal fare, rich desserts, & hot chocolate. This place is known for its desserts!
108 recommandé par les habitants
Mindy’s HotChocolate
1623 N Damen Ave
108 recommandé par les habitants
Dining and/or Dessert: Hot Chocolate (1747 N Damen) Hip family-friendly American eatery known for its seasonal fare, rich desserts, & hot chocolate. This place is known for its desserts!
Breakfast: Toast (2046 N Damen) - A block away BYOB cafe serving brunch/lunch in a casual setting with toasters and knickknacks. Really good!
98 recommandé par les habitants
toast
2046 N Damen Ave
98 recommandé par les habitants
Breakfast: Toast (2046 N Damen) - A block away BYOB cafe serving brunch/lunch in a casual setting with toasters and knickknacks. Really good!
Breakfast: Bongo Room (1470 N Milwaukee) - 10-15 minute walk to this popular brunch place with innovative and other updated American breakfast and lunch items.
199 recommandé par les habitants
Bongo Room
1470 N Milwaukee Ave
199 recommandé par les habitants
Breakfast: Bongo Room (1470 N Milwaukee) - 10-15 minute walk to this popular brunch place with innovative and other updated American breakfast and lunch items.
Quick Bites: Lil Guys (2010 N. Damen) One block away across Damen Ave and offers great sandwiches and pizza.
Li'l Guys
2010 N Damen Ave
Quick Bites: Lil Guys (2010 N. Damen) One block away across Damen Ave and offers great sandwiches and pizza.
Quick Bites: Shawarma Inn (2011 N Damen) One block away offers good Middle eastern fare, just a block away.
Shawarma Inn
2011 N Damen Ave
Quick Bites: Shawarma Inn (2011 N Damen) One block away offers good Middle eastern fare, just a block away.
Quick Bite: Nick’s Pit Stop (2023 N Damen) - One block away, great chicken! All the Chicago police officers eat here so it must be good!
Nick's Pit Stop
2023 N Damen Ave
Quick Bite: Nick’s Pit Stop (2023 N Damen) - One block away, great chicken! All the Chicago police officers eat here so it must be good!
Quick Bite: Sublime Sushi (2009 N Damen) - One block away, offering good sushi in a minimalist space, BYOB is you dine in.
Sublime Sushi
2009 North Damen Avenue
Quick Bite: Sublime Sushi (2009 N Damen) - One block away, offering good sushi in a minimalist space, BYOB is you dine in.
Quick Bite: En Hakkore Bibimbap and Taco (1840 N Damen) - A few blocks down Damen to this counter serve Korean classics and tacos in an eclectic space. Really good!
32 recommandé par les habitants
En Hakkore Bibimbap & Taco
1840 N Damen Ave
32 recommandé par les habitants
Quick Bite: En Hakkore Bibimbap and Taco (1840 N Damen) - A few blocks down Damen to this counter serve Korean classics and tacos in an eclectic space. Really good!
Margie’s Candies (1960 N Western) Iconic 1920s ice cream parlor & candy counter in a cozy space with nostalgic, time warp decor. Really good, often a line to get a scoop of ice cream.
179 recommandé par les habitants
Margie's Candies
1960 N Western Ave
179 recommandé par les habitants
Margie’s Candies (1960 N Western) Iconic 1920s ice cream parlor & candy counter in a cozy space with nostalgic, time warp decor. Really good, often a line to get a scoop of ice cream.
Coffee: Buzz Killer Expresso (1644 N Damen) - Four blocks down Damen Ave, modern, multi-level space offering artisanal fresh roasted coffee, whole beans, and a great cafe atmosphere. Hurry as rumor is they will be relocating soon :(.
26 recommandé par les habitants
Buzz Killer Espresso
26 recommandé par les habitants
Coffee: Buzz Killer Expresso (1644 N Damen) - Four blocks down Damen Ave, modern, multi-level space offering artisanal fresh roasted coffee, whole beans, and a great cafe atmosphere. Hurry as rumor is they will be relocating soon :(.
Coffee: Inpsento 606 (1813 N Milwaukee) - Bit of a walk however worth it, modern cafe serving coffee from globally sourced beans by day. You can head down Damen Ave, and simply take a right and walk down the famous 606 walkway.
62 recommandé par les habitants
Ipsento 606
1813 N Milwaukee Ave
62 recommandé par les habitants
Coffee: Inpsento 606 (1813 N Milwaukee) - Bit of a walk however worth it, modern cafe serving coffee from globally sourced beans by day. You can head down Damen Ave, and simply take a right and walk down the famous 606 walkway.
Starbucks (2101 W Armitage): Old reliable just a block down the road on Armitage, if you need some java to start your morning.
215 recommandé par les habitants
Starbucks
1 E Delaware Pl
215 recommandé par les habitants
Starbucks (2101 W Armitage): Old reliable just a block down the road on Armitage, if you need some java to start your morning.

Drinks & Nightlife

Jack and Gingers (2048 N Armitage) Very close, sports bar for beer and grub
19 recommandé par les habitants
Jack & Ginger's
2048 W Armitage Ave
19 recommandé par les habitants
Jack and Gingers (2048 N Armitage) Very close, sports bar for beer and grub
Estelle’s Cafe and Lounge: A late, late night art deco lounge
25 recommandé par les habitants
Estelle's Cafe & Lounge
2013 W North Ave
25 recommandé par les habitants
Estelle’s Cafe and Lounge: A late, late night art deco lounge
Map Room (1949 W Hoyne) Travel themed brew bar, very low key with lots of beer choices...
119 recommandé par les habitants
Map Room
1949 N Hoyne Ave
119 recommandé par les habitants
Map Room (1949 W Hoyne) Travel themed brew bar, very low key with lots of beer choices...
Dannys (1951 W Dickens) Dark, unassuming spot with DJ and dancing, very close by...
76 recommandé par les habitants
Dannys
76 recommandé par les habitants
Dannys (1951 W Dickens) Dark, unassuming spot with DJ and dancing, very close by...
Lotties Pub (1925 W Cortland) Storied neighborhood sports bar and grill...
50 recommandé par les habitants
Lottie's Pub
1925 W Cortland St
50 recommandé par les habitants
Lotties Pub (1925 W Cortland) Storied neighborhood sports bar and grill...
Wine and cocktails in funky space with a long bar, definitely a cozy place to cuddle up with a nice cabernet, also serves California influenced American fare...
6 recommandé par les habitants
Presidio
1749 N Damen Ave
6 recommandé par les habitants
Wine and cocktails in funky space with a long bar, definitely a cozy place to cuddle up with a nice cabernet, also serves California influenced American fare...
The Violet Hour (1520 N Damen Ave) Discreet location, you have to look close to find it unless the line gives it away. Creative cocktails and small bites define this sophisticated and stylish bar.
355 recommandé par les habitants
The Violet Hour
1520 N Damen Ave
355 recommandé par les habitants
The Violet Hour (1520 N Damen Ave) Discreet location, you have to look close to find it unless the line gives it away. Creative cocktails and small bites define this sophisticated and stylish bar.
The Robey (2018 W North Ave) Great new addition to the neighborhood, upmarket hotel in an art deco-style building featuring an amazing rooftop view of Chicago with several lounges located throughout. Dining also available.
51 recommandé par les habitants
The Robey
2018 W North Ave
51 recommandé par les habitants
The Robey (2018 W North Ave) Great new addition to the neighborhood, upmarket hotel in an art deco-style building featuring an amazing rooftop view of Chicago with several lounges located throughout. Dining also available.

Parks & Nature

Cute little park nestled in the Bucktown neighborhood where you can sit in the grass and relax a bit....
7 recommandé par les habitants
Churchill Field Playlot Park
1825 N Damen Ave
7 recommandé par les habitants
Cute little park nestled in the Bucktown neighborhood where you can sit in the grass and relax a bit....

Sightseeing

The Bloomingdales Line, more commonly known as The 606, is a former 2.7 mile elevated railroad running east-west through historic Bucktown converted by the city of Chicago into a greenway. Great place for a walk, run, or a bike!
241 recommandé par les habitants
The 606
1805 North Ridgeway Avenue
241 recommandé par les habitants
The Bloomingdales Line, more commonly known as The 606, is a former 2.7 mile elevated railroad running east-west through historic Bucktown converted by the city of Chicago into a greenway. Great place for a walk, run, or a bike!
You will learn how the Great Chicago Fire jumped a river and allowed for visionaries of structural steel and plate glass, such as John Wellborn Root, William Le Baron Jenney, Louis Sullivan, and Daniel Burnham, in less than ten years, lift Chicago from the ashes to new heights. A must see, weather permitting.
55 recommandé par les habitants
First Lady Architecture Tour
112 E Wacker Dr
55 recommandé par les habitants
You will learn how the Great Chicago Fire jumped a river and allowed for visionaries of structural steel and plate glass, such as John Wellborn Root, William Le Baron Jenney, Louis Sullivan, and Daniel Burnham, in less than ten years, lift Chicago from the ashes to new heights. A must see, weather permitting.

Essentials

There a few grocery stores in the area, the most comprehensive is Mariano’s located at 2112 N. Ashland Ave. Definitely the place to go stock up as is has everything.
866 recommandé par les habitants
Mariano's
2021 W Chicago Ave
866 recommandé par les habitants
There a few grocery stores in the area, the most comprehensive is Mariano’s located at 2112 N. Ashland Ave. Definitely the place to go stock up as is has everything.
If you are need a few items and want to enjoy a beautiful walk down Damen Ave, Olivia’s Market (boutique grocery store) is located at 2014 N. Wabansia Ave.
64 recommandé par les habitants
Olivia's Market
2014 W Wabansia Ave
64 recommandé par les habitants
If you are need a few items and want to enjoy a beautiful walk down Damen Ave, Olivia’s Market (boutique grocery store) is located at 2014 N. Wabansia Ave.

Entertainment & Activities

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Regal Webster Place
1471 W Webster Ave
59 recommandé par les habitants