Chicago Hit List

This hotel is more on the economical side with smaller rooms. However the views & location are great, and the rooms have a lot of cool tech

For a more mid-level hotel, check out London House, operated by Hilton.

If you’re looking for a more luxury experience, The Langham is right hotel for your stay. The rooms are spacious, service is impeccable, and location is wonderful.

This spot is a little further away from downtown area, but is worth the visit! The bacon flight was absolutely amazing as well as the fried chicken sandwich!

Tabu serves Latin American food and has a great brunch- I loved their chicken & churros! The space is gorgeous and they are also open for dinner.

This funky spot serves Mediterranean inspired food. Their space is absolutely gorgeous, especially their patio on the river. Their turkey burger is great for a quick lunch, and they have a great brunch here too

Looking for a taste of Chicago? Time Out Market features food stalls from some of Chicagos favorite restaurants. The space is huge and has so much variety- there is something for everyone here!

You have to try deep dish while in Chicago, and this spot does it well! Expect a bit of a wait

Located on the ground level of SoHo House, this restaurant is open to the public. It’s a great place to grab a bite while doing some work and enjoying a beautiful space.

Maple & Ash is a step above. Everything about this place is absolutely phenomenal- from the welcome cocktails to attentive service to delicious food to the swanky ambiance. If you’re looking for a nice dinner out, this is where you need to go! Note that their downstairs, also known as Maple & Ash Patio, is a separate restaurant with a different menu and separate reservations.

This Peruvian inspired rooftop restaurant has some incredible food. The Chicharrón de Puerco was absolutely incredible & melted in my mouth. This restaurant is gorgeous and also has some good cocktails

Feel transported back into time at this swanky steakhouse. I dream about their chopped wedge salad, thick cut bacon, & spiced fried chicken. Don’t skip out on the hot fudge sundae royale with all the toppings you could ever dream about!

Vegan sushi is on the menu at Planta Queen, and it’s absolutely delicious! This spot has wonderful ambiance, great drinks, and delicious unique food.

A great spot for date night! The space is beautifully decorated and the food is delicious. Try the Pork Bao and Dan Dan Noodles.

Barrio is a great spot for Mexican food with a vast menu of margaritas & great tacos

There are multiple locations of this coffee shop & local matket all throughout Chicago. They have great breakfast tacos & coffee as well as other food options.

There are multiple locations of this spot in Chicago. Great option for bakery items, breakfast food, and good coffee

Unique drinks served in fun glassware- can’t go wrong with that!

This casual spot for drinks also does kareoke!

This place definitely has a college bar feel, but the margaritas are good and the ice shot is always a fun activity!

This spot is not as high as some other rooftop bars, but still provides great views and unique cocktails

Come here for sweeping panoramic views of Chicago perfect for photos

This multi-story bar has different vibes & music on all the floors, which makes for a fun night out. The crowd can skew younger late night on the weekends

This more intimate club plays Latin music with a live bongo player- making it a fun spot to dance