Chicago is a big-time sports town with die hard fans for their Bears, bulls, Cubs and the World Champion Chicago White Sox. Even if you do not like baseball, you have the time of your life, like Ferris Bueller as you take in a Cubs game at Wrigley. The Windy City has a nice job of blending the new and old world charm. Built in 1833 as the city grew in Chicago, the nation's third largest city (population of over 3 million), thePlace of birth of the first skyscraper and one of the few international U.S. cities. Chicago today offers a truly cosmopolitan coined that adds to any visitor to the big city adventure - a beautiful city in the Midwest who radiates the spirit of energy.
With 77 neighborhoods (yes, say, 77), can be from one to another in a split second before you realize you're in a completely different with new things and sounds. After unmistakable character, each of these citiesNeighborhoods brings a whole new series of shops, restaurants, attractions, historical elements and intrigue.
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Whether you are welcoming in an informal bar or don your best black dress for some late night cocktail wants, Chicago has it all! Here are just a few of our favorites journeyPod:
Alinea - With a kitchen with a prestigious culinary awards in the country full, risk-taking super-chef Grant Achatz has upped the ante in Chicago with these avant-garde creations. A progressive American restaurant with a multi-sensory prix fix degustation menu of 12 or 24 courses that offerAlinea causes a certain awe and "wow" from anyone who shares the experience of dining here. The 24-menu is the "Tour" and is as much a marathon as it is a meal, usually in about four or five hours to finish. Jackets are recommended, jeans are not allowed. And remember - at Alinea, you come hungry and leave ... well, with the portfolio much more subtle. It's Alinea 1723 N. Halsted St. (Willow St.) away.
Names (Chi - Gold Coast / Streeterville) - 7 th floor of the hotel is thePark Hyatt Hotel, serves contemporary luxury Names French international cuisine with an Asian twist. With breathtaking views of Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan, this modern indoor and outdoor restaurant and lounge adjacent to the swanky after-dinner. The restaurant is also known for its high-end, high-ticket tea leaves offering rare and vintage including Pu-erh, reserve and display teas are known, from $ 14 to $ 700 a pop. Note: Tables 30-37offer the best Magnificent Mile views. NAMES to 800 N. Michigan Avenue will be found. (At Chicago Avenue) ..
mk the restaurant (River North) - The popular contemporary setting draws a crowd of luxury with its delicious new American cuisine more - - by Zagat as "back to town as often as possible" rating with global influences, with particular attention to the freshest ingredients available. To demonstrate bricks and wooden beams, are an elegant addition to this two-story space that offersBar, lounge and two dining rooms. For starters, try the lobster soup poured at the table on the lobster meat, and dinner, baked ahi tuna rare. The desserts do not disappoint too much - the "Cake and Shake" - a mini vanilla milkshake served with buttermilk chocolate cake you smile all night! The restaurant is at 868 N Franklin St. (at Chestnut St.) away.
Follia (West Loop) - A meta chic and cool in ice-gritty Fulton Street warehouse district is a Folianew Italian restaurant that is always something to do with the young audience at the fashion and business dinners. Almost everything on the menu here scores of thin ham and mushroom pizza to the risotto Milanese and Taglioni with pesto and meat sauces. All desserts are homemade and worth the calories. Available for all chocolate lovers - try the chocolate lava cake (even if the crowd-more popular as tiramisu cake with amaretto and mascarpone). Not onlyBe warned when you approach the front door of the place - you are stylishly dressed mannequins peering back at you to see. (The restaurant displays art and fashion students from the local college that you buy, or admire while you can wait for a table.) Folly is located at 953 W. Market Fulton (Morgan St.).
Reference point (Lincoln Park) - Fine dining meets hip and bustling bar / lounge scene in this multi-level space in the Park / Clybourn Corridor Lincoln. A perfect night club that drawsmore than just a lot of Steppenwolf theater-goers (located just across the street), Landmark has different cuisines and offers many menu items as guests grilled steaks and pork chops, or pizza and lobster club sandwiches . Try the cocktail favorites of historical interest or as a cosmos with Orange Grey Goose and Bellini. The place is at 1633 Halsted NS is
Sushi Wabi - "Best Sushi in Chicago" by Chicago Tribune readers, the Sushi WabiCity original point hipster sushi hot - Industry (blocks of wood and steel tables), which according to her full of wealthy, well-dressed local who dig the clubby atmosphere and the DJ-spun music (19.00 a night, hours 11.00) while enjoying a plate of maki average. If you need suggestions to: dragon roll roll, shrimp and spicy tuna rolls, spider, and Negima gyu - scallions rolled in slices of marinated beef are all specialties of the house. Sushi Wabi is located at 842W. Randolph St. (at Halsted St).
TRU (Chi - Gold Coast / Streeterville) - Talk about good food! Set in an open, airy attic that could be so nearly doubled married an art gallery, TRU-style, sophistication and substance - offering progressive French cuisine (which is more playful works of art) and impeccable service. Served on a spectacular series of non-traditional surfaces produced by local and international artists, the structure is through the white walls adorned with offsetcontemporary art (among which are to see an original Warhol). The food is so delicious here, as it is beautiful, and specialties: foie gras with pineapple and taste venison loin with creamed corn. The desserts are dreamy (the restaurant also accepts reservations only desserts) and include selection as a float with ice cream quince sour cherries, lollipops, and home-made chocolate pot de creme. Jackets are not necessary here, because reservations are! The restaurant is located at 676North Saint Clair St. (Huron St.).
David Burke's Primehouse (River North) - North River in the James Hotel Chicago is David Burke's Primehouse is a mecca for all meat lovers. Known for steaks dry aged on the premises in its own salt cave (a temperature and humidity controlled room with tiled rooms), the restaurant is refined, but not stiff - and draws a see-be-seen crowd. And not only come for the steaks! Burke is notable as the spicy "angryLobster "and" Kobe beef sashimi "are delicious. Just make sure to save room for" cheesecake lollipops! "The hotel is at 616 N. Rush St. James (Ontario St.) away.
Japonais (River West) - One of the most trendy restaurants. Japonais offers a sensuous scene and Euro-Asian cuisine and fashion connoisseurs who got in Chi-town is buzzing. The courts and the creation of this 300-seat, industrial-chic room (with 2 dining rooms, a sushi bar and a lounge on the ground floor andTerrace) is first class. Japonais has four sensory environments: a red room (tables and sushi bar) and green (residential and y with a wall of flames), an underground room and a terrace by the river - a draped sofas inviting environment dreamy candlelight. The menu has creative license with the traditional Japanese cuisine and creates a mix of hot and cold non-be-missed specialties, like the Kobe carpaccio, lobster spring rolls, the Tartars six fish and maki rolls. Even if the servicewas a problem, make cocktails food, nice decor and drink here for you - try the "Floating Orchids" or choose from the menu vast love. At 600 W. Chicago Avenue. (At Larrabee St).
Gibsons Bar and Steakhouse (Chi - Gold Coast / Streeterville) - after the Gibson martini (garnished with an onion), this bar and restaurant reminiscent of the big names and bigger everything. Known for its "big martinis, big steaks, big and sweet" - Gibson is known for a long time, patrons haveemployees after a single visit. Try the strawberry cake or the "turtle" chocolate-nut-caramel concoction. It is advisable to book or be prepared to wait. Gibsons Bar and Steakhouse is at 1028 North Rush (at Oak St.) away.
Narcisse (River North) - A former champagne n 'caviar bar, Narcisse has to have really great food. A chic hot spot really attractive eats, drinks, decor and clientele, offers a remarkable collection of champagne and four starsMeals. Start with the sturgeon eggs and go to filet mignon or grilled ostrich. Narcisse offers more than 100 different choices of champagne and a wide range of cocktails, like the Champagne Marquis, a mix of Perrier-Jouet champagne, Godiva chocolate liqueur and Cuerenta Y Tres (pls do not call it Liquor 43 like the tourists). Psst .... No sneakers, no hats, no sports equipment, no jeans. The restaurant is located at 710 North Clark Street (High St) away.
Piece (Bucktown) - WhereOtherwise, you can create your east coast style thin-crust pizza in a casual and trendy bars? With two sunken lounge areas, a bar and a long row of booths and tables, also has pieces of games - shown on screens and TV, live jazz on Wednesday, Thursday night karaoke and live music on Saturday. The site also has an excellent selection of beers on tap, including: Hoegaarden, Onion Pale Ale, Goose Iceland and Guinness. Read more Dockers DKNY - make yourUp to here. Piece 1927 W North Avenue is. (At Winchester Avenue) ..
LuxB genes (Chi - Gold Coast / Streeterville) - Salon A quarter begins luxB genes elegance and simplicity with its stone, glass, brass and wood for a late-30 crowd of business. Artisanal in style, comfort food menu offers traditional favorites and some new contemporary mixed; try Kobe burger with foie gras. The bar serves classic cocktails and fresh, natural ingredients. (The staff herealso in customer care philosophy that has made Gibson's Steakhouse trained famous for legendary service.). If you can, take a seat near the marble fireplace in the back - adds the intimacy of a meal, while offering floor to ceiling windows looking out to the people great. LuxB genes located at 18 East Bellevue (at State St.) away.
Zapatista (CHI - South Loop) - Mexican cuisine is rustic as this latest restaurant in the South Loop, made with passion, heart and soul.The menu ranges from burritos, tacos and enchiladas to specialties like Camarones Sinaloa and a meat Parrilla, and guacamole made table-side. With its slow-moving fans, amp-up mariachi songs and pictures in black and white, Zapatista is a lively wine cellar with seating indoor / outdoor, not that some of the best quality tequila (with your choice of 50 here) serves mention, their specialty drink menu is amazing. A blue margarita made with Gran Gala - Try the Azul y OroOrange liqueur and La Revolucion piquin with grenadine and Chile. The hotel is located at 1307 South Wabash (13 St.).
Le Colonial (Chi - Gold Coast / Streeterville) - If you're looking to want to be transported to another time and place, Le Colonial vividly captures the beauty and romantic spirit of 1920, French-colonial Southeast Asia. Recline beneath a palm tree on a comfortable wicker chair, while surrounded by luxurious comfort in this Chi-town destination. With a well-to-do crowd and a dining areaa plan and a room upstairs, this restaurant is the ideal place for social gatherings or a romantic evening for two. It offers authentic Vietnamese dishes on the menu all dishes are delicious. Try the scallops, filet mignon and the Vietnamese tapioca for dessert. Le Colonial, 937 North Rush St. (Cross Street Walton Pl) is located.
Blackbird (Chi - Downtown) - Serving French and American cuisines in a house is always packed (daily), Blackbird is very trendy andminimalist - with bare white walls and a banquet that extends the length of the room. The menu here (thanks to chef Paul Kahan extraordinary) is adventurous, dedicated to the kitchen with products. Almost every dish is a masterpiece! Try the cream of foie gras, venison salad or the signature bouillabaisse. To save space, then for sure what could be better than Chicago bread pudding! Blackbird 619 W Randolph St (at Desplaines and Jefferson Sts.) Removes.
TwistedLizard (Lincoln Park / DePaul) - A Mexican restaurant busy, young professionals, who love to celebrate the fresh fajitas, enchiladas, chimichangas, burritos and "Sincronizadas" (thick tortillas with beans and blacks re-fried choice of meat or Offers stuffed vegetables). The décor is festive (surprise, surprise) and the cheerful Mexican music lends a festival-like environment for the perennial margaritas (there are eight different types of margaritas served by the pitcher and moreof 20 brands of tequila for building even more margaritas). So, make sure you go early or willing to wait (the citrusy margaritas and fresh chips and salsa that is worth it) at this basement-level restaurant. Twisted-Lizard's 1964 North Sheffield Avenue. (At Armitage Ave) ..
Yoshi's Cafe - Already one of the most exclusive restaurants in the city of Chi-spots, Yoshi is now a casual (and cheaper) mood accepted. The menu is eclectic fusion dishes and features stunningthat could be described with Japanese influences, Italian, French and Americans. Try the mousse of duck liver pâté and house-cured salmon sushi or risotto with artichokes and chicory. Do not miss the Skyy Ginger cosmo is - based gingered lime juice, SKYY Vodka and Cointreau, and garnished with fresh ginger. Yoshi's Cafe is NS 3257 Halsted (Acts Melrose St.) away.
Tavern on Rush (River North) - If for some who are looking for a part of the restaurant,The living room, Tavern on Rush offers both. With big steaks and a club atmosphere, this place is a roll of 30-something crowd at his country club, leather accents and open kitchen. Although one might expect a dress code, there is not one (which means you see fit blue jeans and work more expensive). The classic American menu does not disappoint with its selection of steaks and seafood options. And if you're in the mood for a cocktail - go for the martini, are its large enoughswim! Taven on Rush is 1031 N. Rush St. (bet. E. Cedar St. and E. Bellevue Pl) Removes.
Avec - If you are looking for a wine bar with good food looks, and you do not mind rubbing elbows with your neighbors at long communal tables, Avec is the place. The menu focuses on common dishes large and small rustic, Mediterranean "peasant foods" - with many dishes cooked in a wood oven and served in cast iron pots. Try the house-marinated olives, chorizo, stuffed dates, the thinFocaccia with truffle oil or the roasted chicken thigh panzanella salad. Avec also offers a cheese cave with a collection of artisan cheeses from France, Portugal, Spain and Italy. Avec is 615 W. Randolph St. (at Jefferson St.) away.
X / O Chicago - This loungy place is after the cognac-name (- XO Award nomination for "Extra Old") named. The varied menu flexed global influences and mainly focuses on small sharable plates that change frequently, based onSeason. Advances in second gear such as foie gras, and then the third course with choices like rib-eye steak with X / O sauce, from light dishes such as shrimp salad - the menu is divided into three "courses" divided . For sweet lovers: try the Chocolate Orgasm (think puffy chocolate pancakes and chocolate cake without flour). Located at 3441 N Halsted St (at Newport Ave) ..
Fireplace Inn (Old Town) - A specialized institution in the Old Town "Flintstone companies" fall-off-the-boneBBQ ribs, Fireplace Inn has been since 1969. With a ski-lodge atmosphere, as in random, and all year round patio (with retractable roof) with 16 satellites fed televisions outside, the inn fireplace met many with its updated old-school environment. The menu also offers specialty meats, seafood and salads. If you are not in the mood for ribs, go for the BBQ chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy. The hotel is located in 1448 N. S. Pozzi (Schiller).
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