EXPLORE Explore the Worl d Through
these Chicago Neighborhoods By Leentje De Leeuw
We’ve selected three of our favorite neighborhoods to indulge in culture, food, and more from around the world.
1. CHINATOWN - EASTERN ASIA As soon as you set foot in Chicago’s historic century-old Chinatown neighborhood, you’re transported to eastern Asia. Wander around the streets lined with traditional souvenir shops, colorful architecture, and of course, lots of restaurants.
EXPLORE The Chinese American Museum of Chicago is the perfect place to start your discovery. Located just north of the main Wentworth Avenue District, the Chinatown Square Mall has plenty of restaurants, cafés and shops. Try to spot your sign among the 12 Chinese zodiac statues. Are you looking for a more relaxing place with some of the best skyline views in Chicago? Take a stroll in Ping Tom Memorial Park, a former abandoned rail yard transformed into a magnificent waterfront park.
SHOP The ART Gallery represents international artists with the mixed flair of contemporary, traditional, and experimental styles. And of course, no trip to Chinatown is complete without a visit to a traditional Chinese herbal store. There are many options—just pick one, walk in, and stock up on ginseng and other medicinal herbs.
EAT & DRINK Fans of dim sum should definitely try Ming Hing or the traditional dim sum brunch at Phoenix Restaurant. If you’re looking for traditional dishes, Lao Sze Chuan is the place to be. Their Peking duck is some of the best in the country. For families with kids, we recommend the conveyor belt sushi experience at Rotary Sushi. Into baked goods? Make sure to get traditional mooncakes or baked pork buns at Chiu Quon, Chinatown’s oldest bakery. Thirsty? Check out Oriental Tea where the boba teas and smoothies are as tempting as they come.
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