Spending time by the water when temperatures rise is always a good idea. And we cannot think of a better way to spend a hot summer day than to go for a stroll on the Riverwalk. The Riverwalk is truly Chicago’s second waterfront. Chicagoans have long treasured our beautiful lakefront, but now, more than ever,… Read more »
Prevent another boring night out. Change up your night out with some exciting Chicago places for live music and great food. Howl At The Moon Get ready to sing and dance the night away. Howl At the Moon in the Near North is the best place for anything from memorable celebrations, such as holiday parties… Read more »
Who doesn’t love a good cocktail to finish off a long day of work? We have rounded up some of the best places to unwind with a great cocktail in Chicago! River North The Smith: If you are looking for an elevated cocktail experience, look no further than The Smith. From the crisp cocktail “Doctor’s… Read more »
Mardi Gras is around the corner, one last day (and night) of great food and drinks before the start of Lent. Here are some of our favorite ways to celebrate Fat Tuesday in Chicago. Jokers Cajun Kitchen 30 years ago, in a kitchen of a family-owned restaurant, an idea was born. Joker’s dishes represent years… Read more »
Calling all beer lovers! Looking for a unique experience tasting beers that have been aging for years? Check out the 24th annual Vintage Beer Fest at Delilah’s in Lakeview. On Saturday, February 19th from Noon to 5pm, Delilah’s hosts its 24th Annual Vintage Beer Festival. It’s the only festival of its kind held anywhere in… Read more »
Chicago concierges weigh in on their favorite warm winter drinks DUKE OF PERTH Kristen Kopplin (The Drake): “While The Violet Hour and the IO Godfrey are wonderful go-tos for hot toddies of many types, my top spot for a warm winter’s drink is the friendly Lakewood spot Duke of Perth. Grab a table near the… Read more »
Are you still looking for last minute NYE plans? These are five ideas to welcome 2022 in style. NYE 2022 TIP TOP TAP @ ALLERTON HOTEL Ring in the new year 23 floors above the Mag Mile at Chicago’s iconic Allerton Tip Top Tap. Tickets are available on Eventbrite starting at $122 for the dance… Read more »
The Dandy Crown, a River West neighborhood cocktail-focused restaurant and bar, just announced several Merry & Bright holiday events. The Dandy Crown will also reopen its second floor lounge for the first time since March 2020, providing an extra interior room. Plus, the outdoor patio remains a year-round option, fueled by fire pits, propane heaters,… Read more »
By Leentje De Leeuw (born and beer-ed in Belgium) MONK’S 205 W Lake – The Loop The odds of running into members of the clergy are probably pretty slim here, but when it comes to quenching your thirst with some of Belgium’s finest beers, Monk’s is definitely the place to be. They also offer a… Read more »
Whether you’re the next Celine Dion or require liquid courage, there’s a karaoke stage calling your name every day of the week in Chicago. Step up to the mic at these Chicago karaoke bar favorites—broken down by neighborhood.