Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Perez Restaurant
1163 West 18th StreetDelicious Mexican cuisine! Very close by.
Cafe Jumping Bean
1439 W 18th StVery cozy, fun cafe that's a great place to eat and hang out :)
Located in River North, adjacent to Marina City and the House Of Blues, 10pin offers 20,000 square feet of luxury lanes that cater to all group sizes.
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10pin Bowling Lounge
330 N State StLocated in River North, adjacent to Marina City and the House Of Blues, 10pin offers 20,000 square feet of luxury lanes that cater to all group sizes.
From the moment you sit down, the food keeps coming. I'm pretty sure someone's abuela is in the kitchen cooking up the amazing eats with all of the love she cooks with for her own family!
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Nuevo Leon Restaurant
1515 West 18th StreetFrom the moment you sit down, the food keeps coming. I'm pretty sure someone's abuela is in the kitchen cooking up the amazing eats with all of the love she cooks with for her own family!
Arguably the top-of-the-line when it comes to Chicago restaurants - Alinea stands head and shoulders above everyone else. It's currently the only one to be rated 3 stars by the Michelin Guide
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Alinea
1723 N Halsted StArguably the top-of-the-line when it comes to Chicago restaurants - Alinea stands head and shoulders above everyone else. It's currently the only one to be rated 3 stars by the Michelin Guide
Subway
2352 W Cermak RdHere's your nearest Subway.
Great Mexican bakery that also has other food items! They're open a little later than most. Pilsen has a small town feel, and places kind of close up shop when they feel like it.
Happy Cakes La Baguette
1350 W 18th StGreat Mexican bakery that also has other food items! They're open a little later than most. Pilsen has a small town feel, and places kind of close up shop when they feel like it.
McDonald's
1664 S Blue Island AveSelf-explanatory. They're open until 11pm and have drive-thru all night.
Here's your neighborhood Chinese takeout. Food is okay - pretty standard, nothing to write home about.
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China Dragon
1737 W 18th StHere's your neighborhood Chinese takeout. Food is okay - pretty standard, nothing to write home about.
Pollo Express
1315 W 18th StTHE BEST chicken in town. Specials on Tuesdays.
Church's Chicken
2806 W Cermak RdFast-food southern-fried chicken.
Pizzeria Milan
1314 W 18th StPretty standard Pizzeria. Nothing to write home about.
Great Italian restaurant in the neighborhood. Can get crowded, so a reservation is recommended. Let us know, and we will make one for you.
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Ciao Amore
1134 W 18th StGreat Italian restaurant in the neighborhood. Can get crowded, so a reservation is recommended. Let us know, and we will make one for you.
Cool place to hang out, read some books, surf the internet, grab some coffee.
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La Catrina Cafe
1011 W 18th StCool place to hang out, read some books, surf the internet, grab some coffee.
One of the few food places open 24/7 in Chicago. Don't take children here; the surroundings, while safe, can look pretty scary and off-putting, especially at night-time. Great for a drunk meal.
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Steak 'n Egger Inc
1174 W Cermak RdOne of the few food places open 24/7 in Chicago. Don't take children here; the surroundings, while safe, can look pretty scary and off-putting, especially at night-time. Great for a drunk meal.
Get your Chicago-style deep dish pizza here! Mmm mmm. Then bring us your leftovers ;)
Yes, it's THAT good! Make sure you order the stuffed pizza - that's what you came here for.
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Giordano's
5311 S Blackstone AveGet your Chicago-style deep dish pizza here! Mmm mmm. Then bring us your leftovers ;)
Yes, it's THAT good! Make sure you order the stuffed pizza - that's what you came here for.
Atwood is an intimate, romantic, must dine Chicago classic restaurant adjacent to the world famous Burnham Hotel (an Al Capone hangout). Cuisine: American. Price: $31 to $50
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Atwood
1 W Washington StAtwood is an intimate, romantic, must dine Chicago classic restaurant adjacent to the world famous Burnham Hotel (an Al Capone hangout). Cuisine: American. Price: $31 to $50
Bin 36 is a casual, friendly and affordable spot where wine novices can enjoy over 50 wines by the glass. Cuisine: American. Price: $30 and under.
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BIN 36 Restaurant and Wine Bar
161 N Jefferson StBin 36 is a casual, friendly and affordable spot where wine novices can enjoy over 50 wines by the glass. Cuisine: American. Price: $30 and under.
Opened in 1994, Jane's is a quaint Bucktown eatery, specializing in fresh, clean foods, with several vegetarian options. Cuisine: American. Price: $30 and under.
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Jane's
1655 West Cortland StreetOpened in 1994, Jane's is a quaint Bucktown eatery, specializing in fresh, clean foods, with several vegetarian options. Cuisine: American. Price: $30 and under.
mk The Restaurant celebrated 15 years of casual fine dining with unrivaled hospitality this past November. Cuisine: American. Price: $31 to $50
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mk
868 N Franklin Stmk The Restaurant celebrated 15 years of casual fine dining with unrivaled hospitality this past November. Cuisine: American. Price: $31 to $50
Chandeliers casting low light and a brick fireplace set the mood at Rustic House on Halsted Street in Lincoln Park. Cuisine: American. Price: $31 to $50.
Rustic House
1967 N Halsted StChandeliers casting low light and a brick fireplace set the mood at Rustic House on Halsted Street in Lincoln Park. Cuisine: American. Price: $31 to $50.
Shopping
Josefinas Bakery
1156 W 18th StTry some authentic, Mexican baked goods while you are here!
CVS
2427 W Chicago AveNearest CVS, conveniently located. Also has a Redbox.
Walgreens
1931 W Cermak RdNearest Walgreens. It's a bit of a walk.
Here's the reputed shopping district of Chicago. Walk all along Michigan Avenue for the latest in fashion, and explore all of the vibrant malls and department stores it has to offer.
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Hot Tix - Mag Mile Location
Here's the reputed shopping district of Chicago. Walk all along Michigan Avenue for the latest in fashion, and explore all of the vibrant malls and department stores it has to offer.
Arts & Culture
Nearest movie theater, great location. Catch the latest releases while you are here!
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ShowPlace ICON Kvikmyndahús í Roosevelt Collection með ICON•X
1011 S Delano CtNearest movie theater, great location. Catch the latest releases while you are here!
Great movie theater! Has a bowling lounge inside. More expensive than ICON, unless you get discounted AMC Gold Tickets from us.
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AMC River East 21
322 E Illinois StGreat movie theater! Has a bowling lounge inside. More expensive than ICON, unless you get discounted AMC Gold Tickets from us.
Another great movie theater in case the showtimes don't work out at the other ones.
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AMC DINE-IN 600 North Michigan 9
600 North MichiganAnother great movie theater in case the showtimes don't work out at the other ones.
Soldier Field is an American football stadium on the Near South Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Opened in 1924, it is the oldest NFL stadium, celebrating 90 years of operation.
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Soldier Field
1410 Special Olympics DrSoldier Field is an American football stadium on the Near South Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Opened in 1924, it is the oldest NFL stadium, celebrating 90 years of operation.
Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison StHome of the Chicago Cubs, built in 1914.
U.S. Cellular Field
Home of the Chicago White Sox since 1991.
Opened in 1926, it is operated by Broadway in Chicago. You'll have to check the website for ticket and event information. Architectural Style inspired by the Palaces of Fontainbleau and Versailles.
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Cadillac Palace Leikhús
151 W Randolph StOpened in 1926, it is operated by Broadway in Chicago. You'll have to check the website for ticket and event information. Architectural Style inspired by the Palaces of Fontainbleau and Versailles.
Opened in 1926 and operated by Broadway in Chicago. You'll have to check the website for ticket and event information. One of the first motion picture palaces whose décor was inspired by the Far East.
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James M. Nederlander leikhús
24 W Randolph StOpened in 1926 and operated by Broadway in Chicago. You'll have to check the website for ticket and event information. One of the first motion picture palaces whose décor was inspired by the Far East.
Opened in 1906 as the Majestic Theatre. Operated by Broadway in Chicago. You'll have to check the website for ticket and event information. First venue in Chicago to cost over one million dollars.
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CIBC leikhús
18 W Monroe StOpened in 1906 as the Majestic Theatre. Operated by Broadway in Chicago. You'll have to check the website for ticket and event information. First venue in Chicago to cost over one million dollars.
Another one of the premiere Chicago theater institutions. Check http://www.steppenwolf.org for more information!
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Steppenwolf Theatre
1650 N Halsted StAnother one of the premiere Chicago theater institutions. Check http://www.steppenwolf.org for more information!
Essentials
Local grocery store. Excellent place with economic, tasty, and cultural goods.
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Taqueria Casa Del Pueblo
1834 S Blue Island AveLocal grocery store. Excellent place with economic, tasty, and cultural goods.
Belli's
1850 W 18th StVery cool gourmet grocery shop.
The well-known discount grocery store. It's a bit of a walk. Debit and cash only.
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ALDI
4934 S Kedzie AveThe well-known discount grocery store. It's a bit of a walk. Debit and cash only.
Family Dollar
1700 W 18th StNearby convenience and grocery store.
Here's the nearest comprehensive supermarket to where you will be staying. Come here for anything you can't find at the other local grocery stores.
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Target
4466 N BroadwayHere's the nearest comprehensive supermarket to where you will be staying. Come here for anything you can't find at the other local grocery stores.
Entertainment & Activities
Navy Pier is the place where all of Chicagoland and tourists from around the world have come together since 1995 to enjoy the beauty and the thrills of a day on Lake Michigan.
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Navy Pier
600 E Grand AveNavy Pier is the place where all of Chicagoland and tourists from around the world have come together since 1995 to enjoy the beauty and the thrills of a day on Lake Michigan.
Fosco Park Community Center
1312 S Racine AveA more comprehensive, family-friendly gym with a swimming pool.
Great place for kids to explore, have fun, and expand their minds all at the same time! It's also fun for the whole family, as there's a lot for adults there too.
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Chicago Children's Museum
700 E Grand AveGreat place for kids to explore, have fun, and expand their minds all at the same time! It's also fun for the whole family, as there's a lot for adults there too.
Everything Else
Home to the Chicago Bulls and Chicago Blackhawks, as well as the venue for many concerts and other special events!
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Sameinaður Miðpunktur
1901 W Madison StHome to the Chicago Bulls and Chicago Blackhawks, as well as the venue for many concerts and other special events!
Closest laundromat, convenient and readily accessible for longer-term stays. They also have a wash & fold drop off service so that you don't have to spend your vacation time doing laundry!
Blue Island Cleaners
1847 S Blue Island AveClosest laundromat, convenient and readily accessible for longer-term stays. They also have a wash & fold drop off service so that you don't have to spend your vacation time doing laundry!
Check out our local library! They are a part of the Chicago Public Library system and also have free Chess nights!
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Lozano Branch, Chicago Public Library
1805 S Loomis StCheck out our local library! They are a part of the Chicago Public Library system and also have free Chess nights!
Closest Divvy bike station. Very convenient way to get around. Check Groupon for discounts that they run sometimes. Keep trips under 30 min to avoid incurring extra charges.
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Divvy
Closest Divvy bike station. Very convenient way to get around. Check Groupon for discounts that they run sometimes. Keep trips under 30 min to avoid incurring extra charges.
Illinois Currency Exchange
1825 S Blue Island AveNearest currency exchange.
Nearest Zipcar location. Great service that allows you to rent a car on an hourly basis!
Zipcar Location
Nearest Zipcar location. Great service that allows you to rent a car on an hourly basis!
Nearest neighborhood gym. Very small and basic but inexpensive. May or may not let you walk in.
Pilsen's Fitness Center
1822 S Bishop StNearest neighborhood gym. Very small and basic but inexpensive. May or may not let you walk in.
United States Postal Service
2339 N California AveClosest Post Office.
Bank of America Financial Center
1439 E 53rd StNearest branch.
Observation deck can get expensive if your party is large, but the view and novelty is worth the money if you're not coming back again anytime soon.
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Willis Tower
233 S Wacker DrObservation deck can get expensive if your party is large, but the view and novelty is worth the money if you're not coming back again anytime soon.
Best Buy
1000 W North AveNearest electronics store for anything you may need.
Amador Liquors
1167 W 18th StThe best and closest place to stock up on booze. Keep it classy!
Sightseeing
A very different, unique experience representative of Pilsen's flavor. Run by an organization that provides art programs for underserved communities.
This Is It Gallery
1856 S Throop StA very different, unique experience representative of Pilsen's flavor. Run by an organization that provides art programs for underserved communities.
The heart and soul of Pilsen. Offers an immersive experience with over 5,000 paintings, photographs, and sculptures. Entry is free!
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Þjóðminjasafn Mexíkóskrar Listamyndlistar
1852 W 19th StThe heart and soul of Pilsen. Offers an immersive experience with over 5,000 paintings, photographs, and sculptures. Entry is free!
St Procopius Catholic Church
1641 S Allport StNearby Catholic church.
Skýjagat
201 E Randolph StA must-see. Take some photos!
Great alternative to the Willis Tower. Grab a drink at the Signature Lounge and enjoy the view.
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360 CHICAGO
875 N Michigan AveGreat alternative to the Willis Tower. Grab a drink at the Signature Lounge and enjoy the view.
Buckingham Springill
301 S Columbus DrAbsolutely beautiful. A must-see.
Underrated and not as well known. Try a boat tour; they're short but fun.
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Chicago Riverwalk
306-370 W Wacker DrUnderrated and not as well known. Try a boat tour; they're short but fun.
One of the largest natural history museums in the world. The scope of this place is massive; check the website for free admission days and special tours.
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The Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore DrOne of the largest natural history museums in the world. The scope of this place is massive; check the website for free admission days and special tours.
Home to over 300,000 works of art. There is SO much to see here you could spend three full days or more to really take in everything. Very broad scope and has so many different fascinating exhibits.
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The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveHome to over 300,000 works of art. There is SO much to see here you could spend three full days or more to really take in everything. Very broad scope and has so many different fascinating exhibits.
The largest indoor aquarium in the world. It houses more than 8,000 aquatic animals. Compared to the Field Museum and the Art Institute, the Shedd is an "easier" experience. Has late-night events too!
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Shedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrThe largest indoor aquarium in the world. It houses more than 8,000 aquatic animals. Compared to the Field Museum and the Art Institute, the Shedd is an "easier" experience. Has late-night events too!
America's first planetarium. Check the website for tours and special passes. Great for children and adults alike! Explore the mysteries of the solar system and beyond.
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Adler Planetarium
1300 S Lake Shore DrAmerica's first planetarium. Check the website for tours and special passes. Great for children and adults alike! Explore the mysteries of the solar system and beyond.