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2 Hot Dates One of October's biggest events is the annual Chicago Marathon, featuring a 26-mileplus trek throughout the downtown district and city neighborhoods. The event attracts participants from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. If you're not running you can still take part by staking a spot on the route and greeting those passing by. October also features a threenight stand by industrial rock giants Nine Inch Nails as well as an Apple Fest and Bloody Mary Fest to fill up on.
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ENTERTAINMENT
The celebrity hot spot TAO comes to Chicago, offering Pan-Asian cuisine and nightlife.
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Bring the kids to downtown Oak Park this month for the Green Halloween celebration.
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Bentley Hair & Beauty offers high-end services in the Gold Coast.
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Walton Street Kitchen + Bar gives the Gold Coast neighborhood two options for dining—a robust restaurant or a cozy library space.
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04 Tricks and Treats There's no place like Chicago to celebrate the spooky season. We put together 10 ideas for Halloween revelry, from haunted houses and movie marathons to family-friendly pumpkin patches.
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On your mark, get set, go and watch the Chicago Marathon in action on Sunday, October 7. This premier event, presented by Bank of America, is one of the six World Marathon Majors along with the Boston, New York, London, Berlin and Tokyo editions. As such, it brings in 45,000 qualifying runners from all 50 states and more than 100 countries, all vying to be the first at the finish line in Grant Park. In fact, world records have been broken at the Chicago Marathon on more than four occasions. For the official race route and more information, visit www.chicagomarathon.com Apple Fest
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1 LA BOHEME > OCT. 620 Called the original "Rent," Puccini's tragic love story tells the tale of six young adult Bohemians experiencing the highs and lows of 1830s Paris. See Lyric Opera's new production of this classic Italian opera. www.lyricopera.org
APPLE FEST ON LINCOLN > OCT. 67 Whether you love Jonagolds or Red Delicious, Lincoln Avenue's Apple Fest has all your favorite varieties, plus cider, pie and apple activities. www.lincolnsquare.org 2
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3 BLOODY MARY FEST > OCT. 14 Theater on the Lake will be a bloody good
time on this Sunday with the city's best mixologists whipping up their takes on the classic 'Mary. Vote for your favorite and enjoy brunch bites and live music. www.bloodymarychi.com 4 LOGAN CENTER BLUESFEST > OCT. 1921 Chicago may be home of the blues, but this interdisciplinary festival, held at the University of Chicago campus, delves deep into its history through performances, discussions, films and much more over a three-day weekend. www.loganbluesfest.org
NINE INCH NAILS > OCT. 2527 Trent Reznor has never been in finer form, bringing industrial project Nine Inch Nails back for a 3-night stand with some of the best musicians he's ever assembled. www.nin.com 5
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UNITED CENTER The home of Bulls basketball and Blackhawks hockey, this arena also brings top national acts center court, including Korean boy band BTS (10/2-10/3), Justin Timberlake's Man Of the Woods Tour (10/5), Fleetwood Mac (10/6), Gorillaz (10/16) and Elton John's farewell tour (10/26-10/27), among many others. www.unitedcenter.com PARK WEST The long-running Lincoln Park theater is bustling this month with Prince's backing band The Revolution (10/5), accomplished singer-songwriter Pete Yorn doing an acoustic set (10/23) and eclectic indie darlings TuneYards (10/27). www. parkwestchicago.com OLD TOWN SCHOOL OF FOLK MUSIC This school doubles as a concert hall with acts like folk goddess Joan Baez (10/5), Lisa Loeb (10/16) and The Milk Carton Kids (10/23-24). www.oldtownschool.org
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HOUSE OF BLUES In addition to a popular gospel brunch every Sunday, this River North mecca hosts charting metalcore act Beartooth (10/1), Miley's little sis Noah Cyrus (10/7) and the farewell tour of Minus The Bear (10/17). www.houseofblues. com/chicago
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Tricks and Treats What’s made of pumpkin spice and everything nice? Halloween in Chicago! As one of the most haunted cities in America, this time of year is especially spooky in the city. The season offers a little something for everyone, whether you want to join the annual Halloween Parade in Boystown, head with the family to a pumpkin patch or attend a masquerade ball decked out in your favorite mysterious costume. There are also traditional scares at one of the area’s haunted houses like 13th Floor Chicago in Melrose Park (pictured). www.13thfloorchicago.com
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Get ready for 31 nights of frights! Whether you’re looking for G-rated family fun or a real thrill that will have you keeping one eye open at night, there are plenty of ways to have a spooktacular time in Chicago.
Halloween Parade
HALLOWEEN PARADE Even Fodor’s has named this annual celebration one of the best 10 Halloween events in the U.S. On October 31, head to Halsted Street in the northside Boystown neighborhood decked out in your best costume—remember drag queens are your competition—and vie for the coveted best dressed title to win a cash prize of $1,000. www.northalsted.com PERFECTLY POE READINGS The genius works of poet and storyteller Edgar Allen Poe aren’t meant to be read alone. On Oct. 27, the actors of Lifeline Theatre converge on the Glessner House Museum to perform creepy reenactments of “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “The Raven” among other classics. www.glessnerhouse.org HORROR FILM FEST The golden age of Hollywood horror all revolved around Universal Studios who put together some of the best creature features in cinematic history. Music Box Theatre has a selection of these classic films all month long including “The Mummy,” “The Invisible Man,” “Dracula” and “Murders in the Rue Morgue” in special matinee screenings. Weekends starting Oct. 6. www. musicboxtheatre.com
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ZOO FALL FEST Go pumpkin picking, explore a corn maze, take a ride down a burlap sack slide, or “swim” through the city’s largest corn pool. These are just a few of the treats you’ll find at Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual Fall Fest, a free, family-friendly autumnal celebration. Bounce houses, pumpkin carving and other crafts and activities are also part of the fun. Open Oct. 5-8, 12-14, 19-21 and 26-28. www. lpzoo.org
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A LIVE “NIGHTMARE”! “This is Halloween! This is Halloween!” Tim Burton’s beloved animated classic, “A Nightmare Before Christmas” turns into a live extravaganza Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 at the Auditorium Theatre. In addition to watching the flick on a jumbo screen, the Chicago Philharmonic will perform Danny Elfman’s iconic score in real-time in this hallowed space. Costumes are encouraged. www.auditoriumtheatre.org 1,000 JACKOLANTERNS Chicago Botanic Garden really lights up the night Oct. 24-28 with this pumpkin-palooza. More than 1,000 gourds of all crazy shapes and sizes (up to 150 pounds!) are hand-carved. They’re then placed around the Gardens’ walkways for all to see. Snacks and cider will be
CHICAGO GHOST TOURS Get a first-hand look at some of Chicago’s most haunted hot spots—if you dare! Paranormal researcher Ursula Bielski leads the way with Chicago Hauntings tour options including the Archer Avenue Triangle & Resurrection Mary Tour, the Devil in the White City Tour and the Loop and River North Ghost Walk, among other options. Check the website for the schedule this month and book early! www.chicagohauntings.com MASQUERADE BALL Be a real phantom at the opera in this annual masquerade ball hosted by the Lyric Opera of Chicago on Oct. 27. In addition to a night of revelry and dancing, the event features live music from some of the city’s best DJs, an open bar, hors d’oeuvres and a costume contest. www.lyricopera.org HAUNTED CRUISE All aboard this ghost ship for a Halloween party you’ll never forget! The Spirit of Chicago Yacht is all decked out for the holiday on this special sail around the city skyline Oct. 27. Costumes are strongly recommended. www.halloweencruises.com
HAUNTED CHICAGO Built on ancient Indian burial sites and with numerous bodies of water (which many paranormal experts say act as conduits), Chicago is an incredibly haunted city. Here are some of the most notorious spots. Graceland Cemetery It’s the resting place of many famous Chicagoans, from department store scion Marshall Field to engineer George Pullman, but not everyone rests easy at Graceland Cemetery, just blocks from Wrigley Field. Like little 6-year-old Inez Clarke. Having died in 1880 during a lightning strike, the statue made in her likeness at her gravesite is often reported missing on stormy days. 875 N. Michigan The towering skyscraper formerly known as the Hancock Center has a mysterious past involving many unsolved occurrences such as the untimely passing of child actress Heather O’Rourke, star of “Poltergeist,” on one of its many floors. Some believe the building’s odd trapezoidal design is a portal to evil. Harold Ramis was so intrigued by the building it inspired him to write “Ghostbusters.” The Riverwalk July 1915 will always be remembered for one of the most tragic events in Chicago history—The Eastland Disaster. The SS Eastland steamship was cruising along the River, between Clark and LaSalle, and capsized, trapping 2,572 passengers on board at a time not too long after the Titanic accident. More than 800 perished on that day. Many area buildings were used as makeshift morgues, including Oprah’s former Harpo Studios in the West Loop.
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“FRIEDKIN UNCUT” This feature from Italy focuses on the story of Chicago-born director William Friedkin, best known for his horror masterpiece, “The Exorcist” in 1973. This documentary, from Francesco Zippel, delves into Friedkin’s keen eye and storytelling ethos with supplementary interviews from actors Willem Dafoe and Ellen Burstyn and director Quentin Tarantino.
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Chicago International Film Festival Takes Over Town It’s showtime! The annual attraction known as the Chicago International Film Festival rolls out the red carpet at the AMC River East, October 10-21, attracting movie buffs that get to see a number of premieres and exclusive screenings for two weeks only. Now in its 54th year, this acclaimed fest is the longest-running competitive film summit in North America, with more than 150 films from makers across the globe and featuring legendary actors, master filmmakers and emerging talents in anticipated releases—some of whom are also in attendance. Two of the films will also have gala presentations, including George Tillman Jr.’s crime drama “The Hate U Give” (Oct. 11) and the Steve McQueen thriller “Widows,” written by Chicago’s own Gillian Flynn (Oct. 13). Here are our top selections. Oct. 10-21 at AMC River East, 322 E. Illinois St. chicagofilmfestival.com 6 W H E R E C H I C AG O I O C TO B E R 2018
“WIDOWS” Chicago-based author Gillian Flynn has been on a roll lately. In addition to the ongoing success of her novel “Gone Girl” (which was turned into a feature film by David Fincher a few years ago), Flynn also just received wide acclaim
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for her “Sharp Objects” series on HBO that wrapped up in August. In November she teams up with Steve McQueen for “Widows,” a screenplay Flynn co-wrote. This fest is one of the first chances to see the film, which stars Viola Davis among “four women with nothing in common except a debt left behind by their dead husbands’ criminal activities.” “SHOPLIFTERS” This Japanese feature recently took home the Palme d’Or from this years Cannes Film Festival and is expected to vie for top recognition during this summit too. It hones in on a group of social outcasts and criminals who take in a neglected five-year-old to become part of their family. They come together to raise the girl but face an unwavering set of circumstances that tries them all.
ONE BIG OPEN HOUSE Ever wonder what’s really inside the crown of Tribune Tower or want access to some of the city’s secret social clubs? During this one weekend many of the city’s most famous buildings unlock their doors to the public for a short time to give exclusive insider looks at the mysteries inside. Open House Chicago is a self-guided opportunity to see 250 unexpected places over 48 hours, all for free. It’s presented by the Chicago Architecture Center and spans 20 distinct neighborhoods with opportunities to view hotels, mansions, architecture studios, places of worship and much more. Some of the past participants have included the Elks National Memorial, Chicago Board of Trade and InterContinental Hotel Magnificent Mile. Get the latest updates at Cliff Dwellers
www.openhousechicago.org.
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“BOY ERASED” Not only does actor Joel Edgerton star in this movie, he also goes behind the scenes in this new drama, co-producing, writing and directing the coming-of-age flick. It stars Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe, a Baptist preacher couple, whose son (Lucas Hedges) is outed to them at the young age of 19. The boy is tasked with going to a gay conversion therapy program or being shunned by everyone he knows.
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Lightbulb Moment Chicago Ideas Week returns this month with a robust lineup of speakers that share one core value—”When a broad spectrum of thinkers and instigators share ideas, we have the power to transform our world.” The event is inspired by Chicago’s long working-class history and the people’s want for change, and remains one of the largest events of its kind in the country. Annually it draws in 30,000-plus attendees to more than 200 events and 250 speakers, which run the gamut from politics to entertainment, startups to tech whizzes and beyond. Past participants have included Common, Bill Clinton and Gwyneth Paltrow. Get more info at www.chicagoideas.com and check out our picks for where to be October 15-21.
OCT 15: BEER! AN EXPLORATION Cheers to this panel, which hones in on the social implications of a good brew along with its complex chemistry. Speakers include representatives with the brand-new Brewseum (opening soon) and the Field Museum.
manage your own podcast on any subject. This lab is lead by Jaime Black, behind Dynasty Podcasts, one of the city’s longest-running independent music programs. He’ll run through how to record, edit and publish episodes and how to develop an audience.
OCT 16: CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP Get your creative juices flowing in this hands-on writing workshop that asks the question, “If Chicago’s most famous statues came to life, what would they say?”
OCT 19: BUNNY YOGA Complete your downward dogs surrounded by bunnies. Yes, bunnies. Centered Studios in Rogers Park hosts this beyond cute nighttime yoga class, which features free roaming fluff y friends who will keep you motivated through the sweat session. You can also learn about how to adopt a rabbit after the class.
OCT 17: CINESPACE STUDIOS Love shows like “Empire” and “Shameless”? See where they get started at this West Side production studio that is a big driver behind the city’s booming TV and film industry. There will also be a Q&A covering how Stage 18 Chicago and CineCares provide resources to indie filmmakers and entertainment entrepreneurs. OCT 18: PODCASTING 101 Learn what it takes to start and
OCT 21: HONORING VETERANS THROUGH ART The Honeycomb Project hosts this after-hours event at the National Veterans Art Museum, with more than 2,500 works of art by more than 225 veteran artists, providing a unique perspective on the controversial subject of war. Attendees will also make cards for vets. 7
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TAO Chicago Set aside the night for TAO Chicago. The ever popular attraction, with celebfrequented locations in New York, Los Angeles and Vegas, finally opens in Chicago, combining incredible Pan-Asian cuisine with dedicated nightclub space and creative cocktails. 632 N. Dearborn St., www.taochicago.com
FOR THE WIN FTWJust because you’re a grown-
up doesn’t mean you need to leave your game days behind you. At FTW Chicago, you get to embrace your younger days, while enjoying adult beverages. Feel the speed of an Indy 500 driver in a one-of-a-kind four-car demolition derby race, or juggle a hot dog in one hand while putting a holein-one on the Chicago-themed mini golf course. Open Su-Th 11 am-midnight; F, Sa 11 am-2am. www.ftwchicago.com. 322 Illinois St., 312.881.5000. El: Red to Grand LUCKY STRIKE This 36,000-square-foot venue in
River East features 18 bowling lanes, 22 plasma TV screens, multiple bars and an upscale comfort food menu with chicken skewers, onion rings and signature tomato and cheese s’mores. Open Su-Th 11 am-midnight; F, Sa 11 am-2 am. www.bowlluckystrike.com. 322 E. Illinois St., 312.245.8331. Bus: 65 to Columbus; 100 Yorktown Center, Lombard, 630.916.8681
Boutique Bars EMPORIUM ARCADE BARArcade games and
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concept bar. Play a video game while you sip a craft brew—or go old school and stick to the classic table games like foosball and shuffleboard. Open Su-M and W-F 5 pm-2 am; Sa noon-3 am. www. emporiumchicago.com. 1366 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773.697.7922. El: Blue to Division MAP ROOM With 26 beers on tap and some 200 in
all, this laid-back Bucktown spot is a beer lover’s dream come true. Coffee and espresso drinks are served in the morning; alcohol service begins at 11 am daily. There’s free Wi-Fi, too. Open M-F 6:30 am-2 am; Sa 7:30 am-3 am; Su 11 am-2 am. www. maproom.com. 1949 N. Hoyne Ave., 773.252.7636. Bus: 73 to Hoyne
Comedy/Improv LAUGH FACTORY Part of a chain of comedy clubs
founded in 1979 in Hollywood, the Laugh Factory’s Chicago outpost continues the laughter with events like Open Mic Night every Wednesday (6:30 pm). Prices vary; two-drink minimum. www. laughfactory.com. 3175 Broadway St., 773.327.3175. El: Red to Belmont ZANIES COMEDY NIGHT CLUB Chicago’s original
professional comedy club, open since 1978,
offers nightly shows. Call club or check website for complete lineup and showtimes. Tickets for special events are $25, plus a two-item food/drink minimum per person. 21 and over. Reservations are highly recommended for Saturday shows. www.zanies.com. 1548 N. Wells St., 312.337.4027. El: Brown, Purple to Sedgwick; MB Financial Park, 5437 Park Place, Rosemont, 847.813.0484; Pheasant Run Resort, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, 630.524.0001
Dance Clubs BERLIN Mohawked punks pogo side by side with
preppies and drag queens in go-go boots at this fabulous freak show of a nightclub in the heart of Lakeview. Hot nights include Saturdays with DJ Larissa; Fridays with fave local DJ Greg Haus; and the massively popular “Madonna-Rama” on the first Sunday of the month and “New Wave 80s” on the second Sunday of the month. Open Su-Th 10 pm-4 am; F 5 pm-4 am; Sa 5 pm-5am. Cover charge varies. www.berlinchicago.com. 954 W. Belmont Ave., 773.348.4975. El: Red, Brown, Purple to Belmont THE UNDERGROUND If celeb-spotting is your
thing, this espionage-themed River North club from nightlife impresario Billy Dec is the place to do it. Notables like Kanye West and Duran Duran
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have been known to rub elbows with Chicago’s beautiful people in this slick space. Hint: There’s no signage at this “top secret” hang, so head down the alley west of RPM Italian restaurant. Cover $20. Open W-F, Su 10 pm-4 am; Sa 10 pm-5 am. www. theundergroundchicago.com. 56 W. Illinois St., 312.644.7600. El: Red to Grand, Brown to Merchandise Mart
Live Music BOURBON ON DIVISIONThis refined space is the
new hot spot to enjoy music and events, with live performances by indie bands, hip-hop artists and comedians from Chicago and beyond. Plus, sample some the finest whiskeys on the planet and devour authentic barbecue and smoked meats. Open 8 pm-4 am daily, until 5 am on Saturdays. www.bourbonondivision.com. 2050 W. Division, 773.796.5879. BUDDY GUY’S LEGENDS Owned by seven-time
Grammy Award winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Buddy Guy, this blues mainstay features performances by contemporary blues legends, as well as top local talent. A menu of Louisiana-style Cajun and soul food is available. Enjoy free live music at lunch (W-Su), plus free acoustic sets (daily). Open M-Tu 5 pm-2 am; W-F 11 am-2 am; Sa noon-3 am; Su noon-2 am. Cover charge Su-Th $10; F-Sa $20. Call for performance times. www.buddyguy.com. 700 S. Wabash Ave., 312.427.1190. El: Red to Harrison
Piano Bars HOWL AT THE MOON Count on the action at this
River North piano bar, where dueling pianists take requests and encourage audience members to sing along and join in the fun. Considering the potent drink offerings—bombs, hurricanes and 86-ounce “buckets of booze”—that’s typically not a problem. Open M-W 6 pm-2 am; Th-F 5 pm-2 am; Sa 5 pm-3 am; Su 7 pm-2 am. www.howlatthemoon. com/chicago/. 26 W. Hubbard St., 312.863.7427. El: Red to Grand
Theater CHICAGO SHAKESPEARE THEATERA cultural
diversion at Navy Pier, this vibrant theater presents Shakespeare productions, as well as others that reflect the Bard’s storytelling talents, including world premieres and children’s shows. Its 500-seat courtyard-style theater was inspired by theaters like Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London. Ticket prices vary. Discounted parking at Navy Pier garages is guaranteed for ticket holders. www. chicagoshakes.com. Navy Pier, 800 E. Grand Ave., 312.595.5600. Bus: 29, 65, 66, 124 to Navy Pier GOODMAN THEATRE Located within the Loop
Theater District, this theater company was founded in 1925 and features top-notch productions that range from full-scale musicals to searing dramas to one-woman shows. www.goodmantheatre.org. 170 N. Dearborn St., 312.443.3800. or 312.443.3820 (group sales)El: Loop to State/Lake; Red to Lake. THE CHICAGO THEATRE This grand 1921 Loop
theater, completely renovated in 1986, presents a lineup of top comedy, music, dance and family performances. Tours are available. www.thechicagotheatre.com. 175 N. State St., 312.462.6300. El: Loop to State/Lake
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A Green Halloween Downtown Oak Park has tricks and treats in store this Halloween with a healthy, eco-friendly take on the holiday. Follow the Green Pumpkin Trail, stopping in various businesses along Lake Street to get plenty of goodies. There will also be a pumpkin patch and decorating opportunities. www.downtownoakpark.net
ANDERSONVILLE Travel along Clark Street to the
blocks surrounding Foster Avenue (5200 North) and discover this hidden gem of a neighborhood, where many Swedish immigrants settled after 1840 in search of a less urban area to preserve their cultural identity. In the past decade, a wealth of new restaurants, coffeehouses and bars has cropped up, making Andersonville a hip spot for evening entertainment. BUCKTOWN/WICKER PARK Wicker Park seamlessly
melds into Bucktown, its neighbor to the north, which got its name at the turn of the last century, when many immigrant families kept goats in their front yards. Today, trendy boutiques, coffeehouses, restaurants, galleries, nightclubs and storefront theaters are centered around the intersection of Milwaukee, Damen and North avenues, and create a vibrant atmosphere. www.wickerparkbucktown. com. 773.384.2672 CHINATOWN A colorful ornamental gateway sig-
nals the entrance to the main drag of Chinatown, an area crowded with authentic restaurants, tiny shops and the Chinese-American Museum. Dining offers everything from gourmet Cantonese to family-friendly dim sum. The hub of Chinatown is at Wentworth Avenue and Cermak Road, just west of the lakefront and McCormick Place convention center. Chinatown Square is the neighborhood’s modern mall, with more shopping and dining op-
tions. chicagochinatown.org/resources-landmarks-tourism/. GOLD COAST One of the most afflu-
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ent neighborhoods in the nation, the Gold Coast lends itself to leisurely walks along tree-lined streets; one of the most noteworthy is Astor Street, populated with opulent, historically significant mansions. High-end shopping destination Oak Street is lined with world-class designer boutiques, while the neighborhood’s nightlife area centers on Division and State streets. Nearby Rush Street boasts numerous trendy, see-and-be-seen restaurants. LAKEVIEW/WRIGLEYVILLE Just north of Lincoln
Park, this neighborhood bustles with nightclubs and restaurants, and dining options include everything from storefront Italian eateries to Ethiopian fare. The northern section of Lakeview is Wrigleyville, named for its famous historic resident, Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs. Within Lakeview is also Boystown, where gay bars and funky shops are the norm. At the northern end of Lakeview (at the intersection of Clark Street and Irving Park Road) is the fascinating Graceland Cemetery, where many Chicago legends are buried, including retail mogul Marshall Field and architect Louis Sullivan. RIVER NORTH This trendy area features one of the
nation’s largest concentrations of art galleries. Named for its proximity to the Chicago River, the area experienced explosive gentrification in the 1980s, with artists and gallery owners as the early
pioneers who increased its appeal. Nightclubs, trendy restaurants and eclectic shops round out the offerings. Hugging the Chicago River is the mammoth Merchandise Mart, housing the world’s largest collection of home furnishings showrooms.
WEST LOOP Just west of the Loop is a bustling
neighborhood that includes Restaurant Row, situated along Randolph Street, which is one of the city’s hottest dining strips with award-winning restaurants such as Girl and the Goat, Au Cheval and avec, as well as Monteverde and Momotaro on adjacent streets. The area also boasts a dynamic variety of art galleries and City Winery, which offers great wine and live music.
Neighborhoods/Suburban EVANSTON Home to Northwestern University,
this charming town is filled with charming shops, restaurants and 4.5 miles of beautiful lakefront. Evanston prides itself on educational excellence, as well as cultural activities at the Evanston Art Center and the Noyes Cultural Arts Center (home to the Piven Theatre Workshop, where actor Jeremy Piven got his start). Evanston is Chicago’s closest suburban neighbor to the north. It can easily be reached by taking Lake Shore Drive to Sheridan Road and continuing northbound; or by hopping the Purple Line on the El train. HIGHLAND PARK This classy northern suburb has
a stroll-friendly downtown district packed with
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specialty shops, clothing boutiques and cafes. During the summer, Highland Park plays host to the Ravinia Festival, an outdoor performing arts festival featuring a variety of live music and dance performances. Ravinia is located at Lake-Cook and Green Bay roads, and can be reached by taking the Edens Expressway (I-94) north to Lake-Cook Road, and then continuing east on Lake-Cook Road to Green Bay Road. NAPERVILLE For a glimpse into what life was like on
the Illinois prairie, visit Naperville’s Naper Settlement Museum Village, an authentic reconstruction of a 19th-century prairie community. The 13-acre site contains 18 historic homes, businesses and public buildings, plus authentically costumed villagers who have sights to show and stories to tell. To reach it, take the Eisenhower Expressway to I-88 and look for the Naperville exit. Follow the brown-and-white signs to 523 S. Webster Ave. Call 630-420-6010 for more information. Located close to the museum village is one of the most beautiful spots in Illinois: the Naperville Riverwalk. Stroll through nearly 2 miles of winding brick paths along the DuPage River. Call, 630.355.4141 for information and Riverwalk events. ROSEMONT With a next-door neighbor like O’Hare
International Airport, there is always plenty of activity in Rosemont. The Rosemont Theatre is a performing-arts center featuring Broadway productions and stars from the entertainment world. The much larger Allstate Arena hosts big-name concerts and is home to the area’s professional AHL hockey team, the Chicago Wolves, when in season. And Parkway Bank Park hosts dining, entertainment and regular outdoor events. Rosemont can be reached by taking the Northwest Tollway(I-90) to Route 72.
Tours/Charters ABSOLUTELY CHICAGO SEGWAY TOURS This tour
company offers treks throughout downtown Chicago aboard the latest-model Segways. Options include the “Art & Architecture Tour,” a haunted tour and the “Lakefront/Museum Campus Tour.” Corporate tours and bilingual tours in Mandarin, Spanish and more are available (48 hours’ notice required for translated tours); discounted parking at the Millennium Park Garage. $65.40-$74.12. www.chicagosegways.com. 300 E. Monroe St., 312.552.5100. El: Loop to Madison BIG BUS TOURS CHICAGO Choose from Classic,
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cent Mile, 505 N. Michigan Ave., 312.607.8939. El: Red to Grand CHICAGO CRIME TOURS Escape into Chicago’s
underworld during this tour that visits famous Chicago crime scenes from the 19th century through modern times, including where Chicago gangsters John Dillinger and Hymie Weiss stood just before their deaths. Guests meet at the southeast corner of Pearson Street and Michigan Avenue. Check website for schedule. $39.95. Advance reservations recommended. www.chicagocrimetours.com. 163 E. Pearson St., 312.888.6224. El: Red to Chicago CHICAGO HAUNTINGS GHOST TOURS Local ghost
hunter and author Ursula Bielski and her staff guide visitors on tours of the city’s most infamously haunted venues, including the “Resurrection Mary” death site, Hull House, the Biograph Theater and the site of the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. Corporate and charter tours available. Tours depart from Clark and Ohio streets, across from Rainforest Cafe. Reservations recommended. $28, children 8-12 $20. Tours depart daily; call for times. www.chicagohauntings.com. 888.446.7891. El: Red to Grand CHICAGO HELICOPTER EXPERIENCE One too
many traffic jams prompted Trevor Heffernan to get his helicopter-pilot license. A few amazing aerial images later and friends were clamoring to hitch a ride. This, in turn, led him to launch Chicago Helicopter Experience and the first private downtown heliport. From this spot, visitors lift up into the wild blue yonder for a flight along the lakefront, over Lake Michigan north to Wrigley Field and then south back down to the heliport. Besides your enviable Instagram photos, you can purchase an 8x10 of you and your group in front of the helicopter. Check website for schedule. $148-$275. www. chetours.com. 2420 S. Halsted St., 312.967.8687. El: Orange to Halsted CHICAGO TROLLEY & DOUBLE DECKER CO. Estab-
lished in 1994, this tour company offers specials and freebies including a Chicago treat bag with the city’s famous Garrett Popcorn. The popular hop-on, hop-off tour operates daily year-round and makes stops every 20 to 30 minutes between 9 am and 4 pm daily at 14 of the city’s top attractions. Board at any stop, including Navy Pier, Water Tower and Millennium Park. Adult 24-hour pass $35; 48-hour pass $45; three-day pass $48; children 5-15 $18 for up to 72 hours; children under 5 free on all tours. Online specials available. www. chicagotrolley.com. Administration, 4400 S. Racine Ave., 773.648.5000
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Shopping October
Bentley Hair & Beauty A taste of Europe comes to the Gold Coast with this Irish-owned hair salon that delivers quality cuts, colors, styling and other services for men and women that are as trendy or classic as you like them to be. Bentley is one of the only salons in the city to use the Shu Uemura line. 43 E. Oak St., www.bentleyhb.com
Beauty/Health Products KIEHL’S The first freestanding Kiehl’s store in Chi-
cago is located along the trendsetting boutique strip of Armitage Avenue. Since 1851, this line of skin and hair care products has been a hit. Besides the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, herbal and medicinal items, the store has a communal area where customers can surf the Web with free Wi-Fi. Special displays highlight Kiehl’s passion for adventure sport and affinity for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. www.kiehls.com. Open M-Sa 10 am-7 pm; Su 11 am-6 pm. 907 W. Armitage Ave., 773.665.2515. El: Brown, Purple to Armitage
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MERZ APOTHECARY In business since 1875, Merz is
one of the oldest operating businesses in Chicago. The multigenerational shop features natural skincare and body products from around the world for inside and out, head to toe for men, women, children and pets. Other offerings include candles, fragrances, natural medicine, European toiletries, homeopathic medicine and herbs (a professional pharmacist is on staff at the Lincoln Avenue location). www.smallflower.com. Open M-Sa 9 am-6 pm. 4716 N. Lincoln Ave., 773.989.0900. El: Brown to Western; open M-Sa 10 am-8 pm; Su 10 am-5 pm. Palmer House Hilton, 17 E. Monroe St., 312.781.6900. El: Red to Monroe
Beauty/Health Services FLOAT SIXTY Our days are full of noise, so we’re
leaving it all behind and trying Float Sixty for the
There’s a lot more going ultimate getaway. In this therapy/ Pedway Level to visit Magnolia Bakery, on this Au Bon Pain, Which Wich or Godiva sensory-deprivation studio, a session October. Visit us online: Chocolatier. M-Sa 10 am-8 pm, Su 11 am-6 literally entails floating in 10 inches wheretraveler.com pm. blockthirtyseven.com/. 108 N. State of water filled with Epsom salts for an St., 312.261.4700. El: Blue to Washington, allotted time (60/90 minutes), allowing Red to Lake the body to completely relax in an environment free of distraction. Daily 8 am-10 pm. MACY’S AT WATER TOWER PLACE Macy’s eight www.floatsixty.com. 303 W. Erie St., Lower Level, floors offer extensive designer collections of 844.356.2860. El: Brown, Purple to Chicago merchandise, including Giorgio Armani and Calvin Q BROTHERS Chicago pharmacy staple Merz Klein; accessories for men and women; and the Apothecary opened this men’s grooming division store’s legendary Frango mints. www.macys.com. focusing on wet-shaving products, including Open M-Sa 10 am-9 pm; Su 11 am-7 pm. Water U.S.-made artisanal shaving creams and specialty Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave., 312.335.7700. razors. The shop also carries fine fragrances. M-Sa El: Red to Chicago 9 am-6 pm. www.qbrothers.com. 4718 N. Lincoln NEWCITYAt the hot retail intersection of North Ave., 888.811.6611. El: Brown to Western and Clybourn, NewCity is a unique combination STIL SALON & SPA Perched above Oak Street, this of residences, restaurants and stores. Some of our European salon offers everything from tradifavorite spots to spend include James & Sons Fine tional manipedis to facials, waxing and eyebrow Jewelers (773.327.8800) and ArcLight Cinemas treatments. They even offer more unconventional (312.637.4760). www.experiencenewcity.com. 1457 services like glycolic treatments that will leave skin N. Halsted St., 312.248.8569. El: Red to North/ glowing and feeling refreshed. T-F 9 am-7 pm, Sa Clybourn 8 am-6 pm, Su 10 am-5 pm. www.stilsalonandspa. 900 NORTH MICHIGAN SHOPS Located on the com. 34 E. Oak St., Fourth floor, 312.337.7845. north end of Michigan Avenue, the 900 North Michigan Shops offer six chic levels of shopping, Department Stores/Malls anchored by Bloomingdale’s. The shopping center also includes designer stores like Gucci and BLOCK 37 The Loop’s chic urban mall is home to a Max Mara, specialty stores like Sur La Table and variety of popular shops, perfect for outfitting the boutiques like J. Toor. Dining options include the entire family. Look for Anthropologie, L’Occitane Fooda pop-up and Oak Tree Restaurant & Bakery. en Provence, Sephora and Zara, as well as staple M-Sa 10 am-8 pm; Su 11 am-6 pm (some stores Chicago boutique Akira. Hungry? Head to the and restaurants may have extended hours). www.
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shop900.com. 900 N. Michigan Ave., 312.915.3916. El: Red to Chicago THE SHOPS AT NORTH BRIDGE Spread out over
a six-block area, this upscale shopping center is home to 50 stores such as BOSS Hugo Boss, Kiehl’s Since 1851, Vosges Haut-Chocolat and more. In addition to a dozen upscale fast-food options, restaurants include Eataly, Eddie V’s Prime Seafood and Shake Shack. It’s also known for its Nordstrom department store and stand-alone Nordstrom Spa. Open M-Sa 10 am-9 pm; Su 11 am-7 pm. www. theshopsatnorthbridge.com. 520 N. Michigan Ave., 312.327.2300. El: Red to Grand WATER TOWER PLACE Considered the first vertical
mall in the country when it opened in 1976, Water Tower Place’s seven levels of shopping feature Macy’s, American Girl Place and Broadway in Chicago’s Broadway Playhouse, as well as boutiques such as Lacoste, Coach, AKIRA, Abercrombie & Fitch and A|X Armani Exchange. Dining options include Harry Caray’s 7th Inning Stretch, Wow Bao, Freshii and Foodlife. Open M-Sa 9 am-9 pm; Su 9 am-7 pm. Some stores and restaurants have extended hours. www.shopwatertower.com. 835 N. Michigan Ave., 312.440.3580. El: Red to Chicago
Discount/Outlet Stores FASHION OUTLETS OF CHICAGO This sprawling
complex houses some of the most recognizable brands in fashion, including Bloomingdale’s The Outlet Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF Fifth, and Banana Republic Factory Store, as well as upscale brands such as Tory Burch and Prada. Just five minutes from Chicago O’Hare International Airport and 15 minutes from downtown Chicago, the premium space offers bells and whistles such as a circular drive-up for easy drop-offs, roundtrip shuttle service from O’Hare with GO Airport Express and boarding pass printing services via a special concierge. Also unique to the space: contemporary art installations. www.fashionoutletsofchicago. com. Open M-Sa 10 am-9 pm; Su 10 am-7 pm. 5220 Fashion Outlets Way, Rosemont, 847.928.7500
Jewelry & Watches PANDORA Find hand-finished bracelets, rings,
earrings, necklaces and Pandora’s iconic charm bracelet in Sterling Silver and 14-Karat Gold. M-Sa 10 am-9 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. Multiple locations. www.memorablecharms.com. Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave., Seventh Floor, 312.915.0647. El: Red to Chicago; 533 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 312.453.0649. SWISS FINETIMING/ATELIER JEWELLERS Chicago’s
premier luxury watch retailer for decades, Swiss FineTiming/Atelier Jewellers is the only place to go for high-end, hard to find exclusive brands including Audemars Piguet, F.P. Journe and Breguet, to name a few. Fine European jewelry, collectible writing instruments by Krone, watch accessories and winding boxes from Underwood, and fine handmade custom order watch straps are also well represented. www.swissfinetiming.com. Tu-Sa 10 am-5 pm. 1915 Sheridan Road, Highland Park, 847.266.7900; M-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 70 E. Walton St., 312.337.4700.
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Shoes/Accessories HANIG’S FOOTWEAR One of Chicago’s premier
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styles from top designers including Thierry Rabotin, BeautiFeel, Samuel Hubbard and more. www. hanigs.com. Open M-F 10 am-7 pm; Sa 9 am-7 pm; Su 11 am-6 pm. John Hancock Center, 875 N. Michigan Ave., 312.787.6800. El: Red to Chicago; Open M-Sa 10 am-6 pm; Su 11 am-5 pm. Plaza del Lago, 1515 Sheridan Road, Wilmette, 847.256.3545 JIMMY CHOO The stunning two-story shop for
the It-Brit shoe designer definitely does it justice. Expect to find the best in women’s and men’s footwear, along with a customization service inhouse. www.jimmychoo.com. M-Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su noon-5 pm. 114 Oak St., 312.255.1170. El: Red to Clark/Division
Specialty Stores ACCENT CHICAGO/LOVE FROM CHICAGO Special-
izing in unique gifts from our extraordinary city, this Chicago institution (as well as sister stores I Love Chicago, Love From Chicago and iCandy Sugar Shoppe) carries an innovative assortment of souvenirs for the savvy shopper. There’s something for everyone. M-Sa 10 am-9 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. www.lovefromcompanies.com. 835 N. Michigan Ave., Open M-Sa 10 am-9 pm; Su 11 am-6 pm. 312.944.1354. El: Red to Chicago; 326 E. Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, 847.619.0077. ANDERSONVILLE GALLERIA In artsy-cool An-
dersonville, this two-story collective is chock-full of more than 100 artists, artisans and shopkeepers selling everything from fine art to jewelry to scarves. M-Th 11 am-7 pm; F 11 am-8 pm, Sa 11 am-7 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. www.andersonvillegalleria.com. 5247 N. Clark St., 773.878.8570. Bus: 22 to Foster CHICAGO MUSIC EXCHANGE It’s been called
“heaven’s waiting room,” and for good reason: The guitar-obsessed will find about 2,000 new, used and vintage axes here along with a full-service repair facility. Vintage selections include Fender and Gibsons from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s, slab-board Stratocasters from ’61 and ’62 and a large selection of ’60s Telecasters. M-Sa 11 am-7 pm, Su 11 am-5 pm. www.chicagomusicexchange.com. 3316 N. Lincoln Ave., 773.525.7773. El: Brown to Paulina DYLAN’S CANDY BAR Daughter of fashion designer
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Ralph Lauren, Dylan Lauren has style in her veins. She channels it into this namesake candy emporium with chocolate bars galore, bag-your-own sections, a fudge counter, nostalgic candies, an ice cream bar and a full-on cafe with candy-inspired cocktails. www.dylanscandybar.com. 663 N. Michigan Ave., 312.702.2247. El: Red to Grand FOURSIDEDThe perfect place when you’re
stumped for a gift, this local chain stocks smallpress greeting cards with a handmade feel, unique wrapping papers, candles, notebooks, picture frames, vintage prints and more. M-W 11 am-7 pm, Th-Sa 10 am-7 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. 5061 N. Clark St., 773.506.8300. El: Red to Berwyn https:// foursided.com/ ; 2958 N. Clark St., 773.244.6431. El: Brown, Purple to Wellington https://foursided. com/ ; 2929 N. Broadway St., 773.248.1960. https:// foursided.com/
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Shop the City Check off your shopping list with fabulous gifts from Chicago’s top shopping spots.
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PISTACHIOS PISTACHIOS This German made go everywhere bracelet Pistachios is an independent art jewelry is made of 80 strands of steel cables with and objects gallery representing over sterling silver “pods”, giving it a full, wide 120 cutting-edge artists both locally body look-but leaving a soft and light feel. and across the globe. Pistachios offers a Magnetic clasp makes it easy to put it on and diverse selection of pieces to suit any style off. Located at Shops at Northbridge, ground or budget—it’s the perfect spot to shop level on Grand Avenue between Rush and unique and one-of-a-kind gifts! Located at Wabash. Open Daily. 55 East Grand Avenue, the Shops at Northbridge ground level on Chicago; 312-595-9437 pistachiosonline.com. Grand Avenue between Rush and Wabash. Open Daily. 55 East Grand Avenue, 312-595-9437, pistachiosonline.com. 113032-AD-70.indd 1
HANIG’S FOOTWEAR At Hanig’s Footwear we believe that welldesigned, well-crafted, and well-fitted footwear will enhance the way you move and feel throughout your day. Thierry Rabotin shoes are meticulously crafted in Milan, Italy for this purpose. Think luxuriously soft nappa leathers and suedes in gorgeous modern styles, designed with unparalleled comfort so you will be saying “ahhh” instead of “ouch” at the end of the day. Pictured: Peter dress flat in color-blocked patent from Thierry Rabotin. 875 N. Michigan Avenue (Delaware entrance) Chicago, IL 60611, 312-787-6800, www.hanigs.com
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VALE CRAFT GALLERY Located in the River North gallery district, Vale Craft Gallery features an eclectic mix of fine craft by local and national artists including beautiful glass objects, innovative ceramics, mixed media wall art, and whimsical sculpture. Our unique jewelry includes these whimsical Bloom earrings by Chickenscratch. 230 West Superior Street, 312-337-3525, valecraftgallery.com
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Galleries+Antiques October
Works of Robert Burnier In addition to this fall’s spectacular Art on theMART, the Chicago Riverwalk is also home to the latest public art installation from local creator Robert Burnier, called “Black Tiberinus.” Burnier uses a combination of mathematics, imagination and everyday materials for sculptures that change with the seasons.
Antiques ASIAN HOUSE OF CHICAGO This family-owned
fine-art and antique shop has sold its Asian and European decorative arts and home furnishings in Chicago since 1975. Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm. www.asianhouseofchicago.com. 549 N. Wells St., 312.527.4848. El: Brown, Purple to Merchandise Mart BROADWAY ANTIQUE MARKET One of Chicago’s
finest antiques destinations, located just 20 minutes north of the Loop, this 20,000-square-foot market with over 75 top dealers showcases the best in mission, art deco and mid-century-modern furniture and accessories. Open M-Sa 11 am-7 pm; Su 11 am-6 pm. www.bamchicago.com. 6130 N. Broadway, 773.743.5444. El: Red to Granville
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COLLETTI GALLERY This Gold Coast gallery
space boasts one of the world’s finest collections of antique posters and decorative arts, including masterworks from the 1890s Belle Epoque and Art Nouveau eras all the way through the 1920s, as well as the 1930s Art Deco and Modern periods. The poster collection includes works by major artists such as Mucha and Cassandre. By appointment only—call or visit website to schedule. www.collettigallery.com. THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE Occupying an
18,000-square-foot space in the historic Reid Murdoch Center on the north bank of the Chicago River, this is one of the nation’s largest antiques galleries. The business focuses on British Colonial
There’s a lot more going furniture and rare finds from China, N. Michigan Ave., Suite 2520, 312.943.2354. on this October. Thailand and Burma, as well as art El: Red to Chicago Visit us online: deco pieces from Europe. An in-house ROSENTHAL FINE ART INC. Set on the wheretraveler.com gift shop has many pieces for under second floor of a renovated townhouse, $200. Open M-F 10 am-6 pm; Sa 10 this Gold Coast gallery focuses on 20tham-5 pm. www.goldentriangle.biz. 330 century American and European art, including N. Clark St., 312.755.1266. El: Brown, Purple to Modernism, Abstract Expressionism, post-war and Merchandise Mart contemporary works. Open M-F 10 am-5 pm; Sa by appointment. www.rosenthalfineart.com. 40 N. Classics/Masters LaSalle St., Suite 485, 312.475.0700. HILDT GALLERIES Located in the arcade of the
historic Drake Hotel, Hildt Galleries specializes in fine original 19th and early 20th century through the present day British, European, and American oil paintings. Open M-Sa 11 am-5:30 pm and anytime by appointment. www.hildtgalleries.com. Drake Hotel Arcade, 140 E. Walton St., 312.255.0005. El: Red to Chicago JOEL OPPENHEIMER, INC. Boasting an unsur-
passed selection of the finest examples of prints and paintings from the golden age of natural history art, this gallery places particular emphasis on the works of John James Audubon. Open M-Sa 10 am-6 pm. www.audubonart.com. 10 E. Ohio St., 312.642.5300. El: Red to Grand MONGERSON GALLERYAmerica’s era of westward
expansion comes to life at Mongerson Gallery. Visitors can expect to see works concerning sporting and wildlife and American impressionists, in addition to modernists from the Chicago area. By appointment only. www.mongersongallery.com. 875
Contemporary ALAN KOPPEL GALLERY For over a decade, this
gallery has introduced contemporary international artists to American audiences by organizing extensive solo and group exhibitions. The gallery maintains an inventory of primary and secondary works by leading artists from the major movements in 20th-century American and European art. The gallery also specializes in French and Italian Modernist furniture. Open M-F 10 am-5:30 pm; Sa by appt. www.alankoppel.com. 806 N Dearborn St, 312.640.0730. FLAT IRON ARTS BUILDING One of the centers of
Chicago’s artist community, this 200,000-squarefoot landmark building in Wicker Park is brimming with artists’ studios, galleries and theater spaces. Check out the free-flowing parties on the first Friday of each month. Open daily 7 am-10 pm. www. flatironartsbuilding.com/. 1579 N. Milwaukee Ave., 312.335.3000. El: Blue to Damen
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LOTTON GALLERY Set in the 900 North Michigan
Shops along the Mag Mile, this gallery features handblown glass created by members of the Lotton family, whose patriarch, Charles Lotton, has been called “The Tiffany of the Twenty-First Century.” Along with bowls, vases and various glass objets d’art by the Lottons and other featured glass artisans, you’ll find paintings by a variety of world-renowned artists. Open M-Sa 10 am-7 pm; Su noon-6 pm; and by appointment. www. lottongallery.com. 900 North Michigan Shops, 900 N. Michigan Ave., Sixth Level, 312.664.6203. El: Red to Chicago ZHOU B ART CENTERThe Chinese-American duo
of DaHuang and ShanZuo Zhou has been creating art together since the 1970s. With international acclaim already following them, they left China in 1986 and opened this Bridgeport art center in 2004. The first floor features quarterly exhibits of the Zhou brothers’ art, while the second floor serves as an event space and curated rotating gallery. On the third Friday of each month, the center hosts a family-friendly open house. Open M-Sa 10 am-5 pm. www.zhoubartcenter.com. 1029 W. 35th St., 773.523.0200. Bus: 35 to Morgan
Exhibitions ARTS CLUB OF CHICAGO This nonprofit gallery
features international avant-garde talent in the visual, performing and literary arts. Open M-F 11 am-6 pm. 201 E. Ontario St., 312.787.3997. El: Red to Grand BRIDGEPORT ART CENTER Formerly the Spiegel
Catalog warehouse, this multi-use space now houses artist studios, work areas, event rooms and the 3,000-square-foot 4-E Gallery, which showcases works in all media by in-house artists. Open M-Sa 8 am-6 pm; Su 8 am-noon. www.bridgeportart.com. 1200 W. 35th St., 773.843.9000. Bus: 35 to Racine C33 GALLERY This Columbia College exhibition
space showcases both professional and student work. Open M-F 9 am-5 pm. www.colum.edu/deps. 33 E. Congress Pkwy., 1st Floor, 312.369.6856. El: Red to Jackson/Harrison CENTER ON HALSTED Housed in a light-filled
three-story space in the heart of Boystown, this community center is the headquarters for many of Chicago’s LGBT groups, and also sponsors regular exhibitions of work by local artists. Open daily 8 am-9 pm. www.centeronhalsted.org. 3656 N. Halsted St., 773.472.6469. El: Red to Addison HYDE PARK ART CENTER Established in 1939, this
South Side institution is one of the oldest exhibition spaces in the city. Open M-Th 9 am-8 pm; F, Sa 9 am-5 pm; Su noon-5 pm. www.hydeparkart.org. 5020 S. Cornell Ave., 773.324.5520. Bus: 15, 28 to Hyde Park Boulevard MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY PHOTOGRAPHY
This Columbia College Chicago space is the only museum in the Midwest that focuses exclusively on photography. Open M-W, F-Sa 10 am-5 pm; Th 10 am-8 pm; Su noon-5 pm. www.mocp.org. 600 S. Michigan Ave., 312.663.5554. El: Red to Harrison VALE CRAFT GALLERY Vale Craft Gallery features
contemporary American fine craft by both local and national artists. Ongoing group exhibitions of works in clay, fiber, glass, metal and wood, plus unique jewelry. Open Tu-F 10:30 am-5:30 pm; Sa 11 am-5 pm. www.valecraftgallery.com. 230 W. Superior St., 312.337.3525. El: Brown, Purple to Chicago 18 W H E R E C H I C AG O I O C TO B E R 2018
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Museums+Attractions October
National Museum of Mexican Art The Pilsen museum celebrates the Day of the Dead through a special exhibit with one-of-a-kind ofrendas, or altars to the deceased, and other works of art. “Día de Muertos: A Spiritual Legacy,” also includes a memorial for the Parkland, Florida students. 1852 W. 19th St.
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RODRIGO PIMENTEL, CONVIVENCIA, 1995, OIL ON CANVAS, 72” X 72”. COURTESY OF THE ARTIST
360 CHICAGO More than 1,000 feet above Chi-
cago, this 94th-floor observatory features Tilt, an enclosed glass platform allowing visitors to extend out and over the Magnificent Mile and the famous Chicago skyline, a self-guided multimedia tour, cafe bar and gift shop. Open daily 9 am-11 pm. General admission $20.50; ages 3-11 $13.50; under 3 free. Fast pass express entry $35; Sun & Stars pass (re-entry within 48 hours) $25. Tilt admission varies and is in addition to the cost of regular admission. www.360chicago.com. 875 N. Michigan Ave., 888.875.VIEW(8439). El: Red to Chicago CITYPASS With just one ticket, gain admission to
five popular Chicago attractions: Skydeck Chicago (Fast Pass), the Shedd Aquarium (Priority entry), The Field Museum (VIP entry), your choice of the Adler Planetarium (VIP entry) or the Art Institute of Chicago (Fast Pass), and your choice of 360 Chicago (Express Entry) or the Museum of Science and Industry (Express entry). $99.75; children 3-11 $84.75. www.citypass.com/chicago. 888.330.5008 LINCOLN PARK ZOO This 49-acre free zoo in the
heart of the city is one of the nation’s oldest, with more than 1,200 animals throughout the grounds and in animal houses. The 14-acre Nature Boardwalk provides a haven of native trees, plants and animals and the opportunity to be immersed in a multi-sensory, interactive ecosystem. Open 365 days a year. Grounds open 10 am-4:30 pm, Nov.-March; 10 am-5 pm, April-Oct. Free; parking
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fectionately nicknamed “The Bean.” Other highlights: a digitally animated water fountain created by contemporary artist wheretraveler.com Jaume Plensa; the Frank Gehry-designed MAGGIE DALEY PARK Named for the Jay Pritzker Pavilion; and the serene Lurie former mayor’s wife who was deeply Garden. www.millenniumpark.org. 201 E. committed to improving the lives of children, Randolph St., 312.742.1168. El: Loop to Randolph Maggie Daley Park provides 28-acres of green NAVY PIER Encompassing more than 50 acres space with lake and skyline views in the middle of along the lakefront, Navy Pier boasts a nearly downtown. The park features a Skating Ribbon 200-foot-high, climate-controlled Ferris wheel; for winter ice skating and summer roller blades, a IMAX Theater; Chicago Children’s Museum; Chiclimbing wall, an expansive and creatively themed cago Shakespeare Theater; and a number of retail playground, mini golf and plenty of space to relax shops and restaurants. www.navypier.com. Open and have a picnic. There’s a reason our city motto Su-Th 10 am-10 pm; F-Sa 10 am-midnight. 600 E. is “Urbs in Horto,” or “City in a Garden”—we just Grand Ave., 800 .595.PIER(7437). Bus: 29, 65, 66, 124 love getting outside! www.maggiedaleypark. to Navy Pier com. Maggie Daley Park, 337 E. Randolph St., 312.552.3000. El: Loop to Randolph/Wabash SKYDECK CHICAGO At 103 stories high, the MAGNIFICENT MILE Boasting some of the city’s Skydeck at the Willis (formerly Sears Tower) offers ritziest hotels, shops—including three malls—galan unsurpassed view of Chicago and, on a clear leries and restaurants, Chicago’s famed “Mag day, up to four surrounding states. It also features Mile” runs along North Michigan Avenue from Oak multimedia exhibits showcasing the city from its Street on the north to the Chicago River on the historic past to the present. If you dare, brave a trip south. Cultural gems include the Museum of Conout onto the glass-bottomed Ledge—only 1.5” of temporary Art, Lookingglass Theatre and Loyola glass separates you from Wacker Drive, 1353 feet University Museum of Art (LUMA). Landmark Mag below! Open 365 days a year: March-September Mile architecture includes the Wrigley Building, the 9 am-10 pm; October-February 10 am-8 pm (last Tribune Tower and the Historic Water Tower, one of ticket sold half-hour before close). Admission $23/ the only buildings to survive the 1871 Chicago Fire. Day, Night ticket $33; children ages 3-11 $15; Fast Pass (3 and older) $49; children under 3 always free. MILLENNIUM PARK This 24.5-acre green space CityPASS and group rates available. www.theskyis one of the city’s major cultural centers; its deck.com. 233 S. Wacker Dr., 312.875.9447. El: Loop centerpiece is the shiny elliptical sculpture by Anish to Quincy/Wells Kapoor called Cloud Gate, which locals have af$20-35. www.lpzoo.org. 2001 N. Clark St., 312.742.2000. Bus: 151, 156 to Fullerton
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SOLDIER FIELD Located next to the Museum Cam-
pus, this iconic stadium is home to the Chicago Bears. When a game isn’t going on, the world’s best artists sell out concerts for an outdoor arena, and festivals take the field to show off the best food and drink in the city. Tours offered. www. soldierfield.net. 1410 S. Museum Campus Dr., 312.235.7000. Bus: 146 to Museum Campus WRIGLEY FIELD Built in 1914, Wrigley Field is the
second oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball, behind Boston’s Fenway Park (1912). Famed for its brick exterior and ivy-covered outfield walls, Wrigley is the site of numerous historic moments, including Babe Ruth’s called shot during the 1932 World Series, and Pete Rose’s 4,191st hit in 1985, which tied him with Ty Cobb for the most hits in baseball history. The Friendly Confines recently added on with more attractions including the Gallagher Way, which offers green space before and after games as well as big screens to watch all the action. On non-game days, you can attend farmers markets and catch movie nights. Ninety-minute tours are available to the public most days; call or see website for schedule. No tours will be given during the World Series. www.cubs.com. 1060 W. Addison St., 773.404.2827. El: Red to Addison
Museums ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO A world-class mu-
seum, the Art Institute boasts one of the nation’s largest permanent collections of Impressionist paintings and an extensive display of Asian art. The 264,000-square-foot, Renzo Piano-designed Modern Wing features an extensive collection of 20thand 21st-century art, including modern European paintings and sculptures and photography. Open daily 10:30 am-5 pm; Th 10:30 am-8 pm. Admission $25 (Illinois residents $22, Chicago residents $20); students and seniors $19 (Illinois residents, $16, Chicago residents $14); children under 14 free. Free family programming daily. www.artic.edu. 111 S. Michigan Ave., 312.443.3600. El: Loop to Adams CHICAGO ARCHITECTURE FOUNDATION For more
than 50 years, CAF has been celebrating Chicago’s magnificent architecture. The foundation offers 85+ docent-led tours, including Chicago’s most popular river cruise and many downtown walking tours that depart from its current location at 111 E. Wacker Dr., above the CAF River Cruise dock. Opened this summer, this space has become the Chicago Architecture Center inside a historic Mies Van Der Rohe building. The center is an exciting destination for visitors and Chicagoans alike, with new exhibits, a lecture hall, a design studio and a gift shop. Open daily, 9am-9pm. Tour prices vary. www.architecture.org. 224 S. Michigan Ave., 312.922.3432. El: Loop to Adams; 312.922.3432. CHICAGO CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Geared to
children under age 12, this Navy Pier museum includes an indoor water playground, hands-on art gallery, Skyline where kids learn how Chicago’s tall buildings stay standing and the Tinkering Lab and temporary exhibits. Open F-W 10 am-5 pm; Th 10 am-8 pm. Admission $14; seniors $13; free for members and children under 1. Free for all Th 5-8 pm; free for children 15 and under first Su of the month. www.chicagochildrensmuseum.org. Navy Pier, 700 E. Grand Ave., 312.527.1000. Bus: 29, 65, 66, 124 to Navy Pier CHICAGO HISTORY MUSEUM Explore Chicago’s
past and present with exhibits like the intricately restored “L Car No. 1” and memorabilia from the 20 W H E R E C H I C AG O I O C TO B E R 2018
1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. Permanent exhibit “Lincoln’s Chicago” highlight the life, presidency and death of our 16th president. Open M,WSa 9:30 am-4:30 pm; Tu 9:30 am-7:30 pm; Su noon-5 pm. Admission (includes audio tour) $16; seniors and students $14; children 12 and under free. www. chicagohistory.org. 1601 N. Clark St., 312.642.4600. El: Brown, Purple to Sedgwick THE FIELD MUSEUM This museum focuses on
science, environment and culture, and is famously home to Sue, the restored and mounted skeleton of the largest and most complete T. rex ever found who will be back on display in 2019. Ongoing exhibit “The Ancient Americas” takes visitors back 13,000 years, and the interactive Crown Family Playlab is geared to kids ages 2 to 6. Plus, check out the 3D movie theater. Open daily 9 am-5 pm (last admission 4 pm). Basic admission $22; seniors and students $19; children ages 3-11 $15; children 3 and under free. www.fieldmuseum.org. 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, 312.922.9410. Bus: 146 to museum KOHL CHILDREN’S MUSEUM This Glenview
museum houses 17 hands-on, interactive exhibits for children ages birth to 8, including permanent exhibits “Adventures in Art,” which inspires children to explore their inner creativity, and “Ravinia Festival Music Makers,” which gives children the chance to dance along and learn more about music. Open M 9:30 am-noon; Tu-Sa 9:30 am-5 pm; Su noon-5 pm. $9.50; seniors $8.50. www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org. 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview, 847.832.6600. LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MUSEUM OF ART LUMA In
an airy space just off North Michigan Avenue, this museum presents selections from its permanent Martin D’Arcy Collection of Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque Art, as well as rotating exhibits that focus on all aspects of spirituality. Open Tu 11 am-8 pm; W-Su 11 am-6 pm. Admission $9; seniors $6; students under 25 with ID $3. Free for Loyola students and staff with ID, children under 18, clergy, active military and their families; free for all Tu. www.luc.edu/luma. 820 N. Michigan Ave., 312.915.7600. El: Red to Chicago MCCORMICK BRIDGEHOUSE & CHICAGO RIVER MUSEUM Located inside the five-story tower
at the southwest corner of the Michigan Avenue Bridge, this museum serves as the Riverwalk Information Center and tells the history of the river, its importance to the growth of Chicago, and the significance of the double-decked bascule trunnion Michigan Avenue Bridge and its Beaux-Arts style bridgehouse. See the inner workings of the bridge, as well as an up-close look at the bridgehouse’s bas-reliefs. Th-M 10 am-5 pm. Suggested donation $3; children under 5 free. www.bridgehousemuseum.org. 376 N. Michigan Ave.; enter off the Chicago Riverwalk at Wacker Drive, 312.977.0227. El: Red, Loop to State and Lake MITCHELL MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN
Founded in 1977, the Mitchell Museum is the only institution of its kind in the Chicago area that focuses on the history, culture and arts of Native Americans. The collection includes more than 10,000 objects. Open Tu-Sa 10 am-5 pm; Su noon-4 pm. $5; seniors, students and children $2.50. www. mitchellmuseum.org. 3001 Central St., Evanston, 847.475.1030. El: Purple to Central MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART One of the
nation’s largest contemporary art museums, the MCA presents exhibits of painting, sculpture, photography, video and film, and performance created
since 1945. Open Tu, F 10 am-9 pm; W-Th, Sa-Su 10 am-5 pm. Closed M. Admission $15; seniors and students $8; children 18 and under and members of the military free. www.mcachicago.org. 220 E. Chicago Ave., 312.280.2660. El: Red to Chicago MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY MSI—the
largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere—is home to more than 400,000 square feet of hands-on exhibits designed to spark scientific inquiry and foster curiosity. Between the World War II submarine, five-story movie screen, 40-foot tornado and the 727, you might wonder how they fit this much discovery inside one museum. One thing’s for sure: it helps to maximize your vertical space. MSI is open 9:30 am–4 pm every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Extended hours, until 5:30 pm, are offered during peak periods. www.msichicago.org. 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, 773.684.1414. Bus: 6, 55 to museum NATIONAL HELLENIC MUSEUM The history of
the Greek experience in America finds a home at this newly named museum (formerly the Hellenic Museum and Cultural center), which showcases the creative expression of both the ancient and modern Hellenic people. Open Tu-W, F 11 am-5 pm; Th, 11 am-8 pm Sa-Su 11 am-5 pm. Admission $10; seniors and students $8; children $7; children under 3 and members free. www.hellenicmuseum.org. 801 W. Adams St., 4th Floor, 312.655.1234. Bus: 8 PEGGY NOTEBAERT NATURE MUSEUM This
73,000-square-foot museum focuses on the biodiversity of the Midwest. One of the most popular exhibits of the museum is the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven, featuring more than 1,000 winged beauties as well as several bird species in a tropical setting. Drop-in family activities take place most Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 11 am and 1 pm. Open M-F 9 am-5 pm; Sa, Su 10 am-5 pm. Admission $9; students and seniors $7; children $6. Suggested donation days on Th. www.naturemuseum.org. 2430 N. Cannon Dr., 773.755.5100. Bus: 151, 156 to Fullerton PRITZKER MILITARY MUSEUM & LIBRARY From
Civil War history to wartime fiction to posters of Uncle Sam, this library across from Millennium Park and the Art Institute brims with material that emphasizes the importance of “citizen soldiers” in preserving democracy. The collection includes more than 30,000 books spanning countries, periods and military branches, as well as vintage magazines, audiovisuals, prints and memorabilia such as uniforms and medals. Open M, Fr, Sa 10 am-4 pm; T-Th 10 am-6 pm; Su noon-4 pm. $5 admission. pritzkermilitary.org. 104 S. Michigan Ave., 312.374.9333. El: Red to Monroe SHEDD AQUARIUM From frolicking sea otters to
sharks and exotic eels, the Shedd Aquarium is home to an array of fascinating aquatic animals. The renovated Oceanarium features the popular belugas, otters, dolphins and the “One World” show. Other highlights include the Wild Reef shark habitat and the Caribbean Reef exhibit, where divers hand-feed fish and sharks in a 90,000-gallon aquarium. The Behind the Scenes Tour (F, Sa, Su; 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm; extra admission required) gives visitors a rare peek into the workings of the aquarium. Open M-F 9 am-5 pm; Sa-Su 9 am-6 pm. Illinois resident general admission $8; children $6. Total Experience pass $39.95; children 3-11 $30.95. www.sheddaquarium.org. 1200 S. Lake Shore Dr., 312.939.2438. Bus: 146 to museum
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Dining October Dining October Walton Street Kitchen + Bar The Gold Coast’s latest restaurant is a lavish affair with the option to dine on classic dishes in the inviting Kitchen + Bar or enjoy drinks in the first floor lounge resembling an antique European library with a sliding window to the bar. 912 N. State St., www.waltonstreetchicago.com
Bucktown/Wicker Park BIG STAR Mexican. This buzzing dive bar and
taqueria boasts a serious pedigree, with a menu by James Beard Award-winner Paul Kahan (Blackbird, avec, The Publican). Expect a country vibe, plenty of American whiskeys and a see-and-be-seen crowd overflowing onto the massive seasonal beer garden. Late-night dining. L, D (daily). www.bigstarchicago.com. 1531 N. Damen Ave., 773.235.4039. El: Blue to Damen. $ THE BONGO ROOM Breakfast/Brunch. This always-
packed neighborhood fave serves whimsical am fare like seasonally changing pancakes and French toast (favorites include the white chocolate and caramel pretzel pancakes) alongside classic favorites such as the guac stuffed breakfast burrito. B (daily), L (M-F); Br (Sa-Su). www.thebongoroom. com. 1470 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773.489.0690. El: Blue to Damen; 1152 S. Wabash Ave., 312.291.0100. El: Red, Orange, Green to Roosevelt; 5022 N. Clark St., 773.728.7900. El: Red to Argyle. $$
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CLUB LUCKY Italian. The flair of the ‘40s meets
the 21st Century at this popular Bucktown/Wicker Park restaurant and unique cocktail lounge that serves up traditional, family-style Italian cuisine with a helping of supper-club atmosphere. Menu highlights include daily specials and generous portions of traditional Italian specialties including fresh vegetarian antipasti, housemade pastas and eggplant parmigiana. Private parties available, as is catering and delivery. In nice weather, also enjoy
the outdoor patios. L (M-F), D (nightly). www.clubluckychicago.com. 1824 W. Wabansia Ave., 773.227.2300. El: Blue to Damen. $$-$$$
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SMALL CHEVAL Hamburgers & Hot Dogs. Chicago is full of cult-worthy eats,
both oldies (loaded hot dogs) and newbies—the burger at chic Au Cheval, which is also frustratingly famous for its wait times. Enter Wicker Park sib, Small Cheval, with a burgers-and-fries menu for those hankering for the prime beef patty, minus the lines. L, D (daily). www. smallcheval.com. 1732 N. Milwaukee Ave.,. El: Blue to Damen. $
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DOVE’S LUNCHEONETTEAmerican.
While the counter service and 1960s and ‘70s Chicago soul and blues soundtrack suggest it, this is no classic American diner. In the heart of hipsterland, the 41-seater sticks to a well-edited menu of Tex-Mex favorites, including eggplant enchiladas, avocado toast and pozole rojo. Mezcals and tequilas complement the fresh fare. B, L and D (daily). www.doveschicago.com. 1545 N. Damen Ave., 773.645.4060. El: Blue to Damen. $$ HOTCHOCOLATE American. Known for her dessert
savvy, chef Mindy Segal shows she can handle it all with dishes like seasonal quiche or charred octopus. Signature desserts include hot fudge cream puffs, banana napoleon and chocolate cake two ways. L (W-F), D (W-Su), Br (Sa-Su). www.hotchocolatechicago.com. 1747 N. Damen Ave., 773.489.1747. El: Blue to Damen. $$ LILLIE’S Q Barbecue. Chef/owner Charlie McKenna
creates first-rate, award-winning barbecue at this comfortable Wicker Park hangout. Must-try dishes include pulled pork, tri-tip and baby back ribs, all delish with or without the signature housemade rubs and sauces. Craft beers aplenty as well as creative cocktails. L, D (daily). www.lilliesq.com. 1856 W. North Ave., 773.772.5500. El: Blue to Damen. $$
STAN’S DONUTS & COFFEE Breakfast. What
started in Los Angeles in 1963, serving doughnuts to the stars, came to Chicago 50 years later with help from Rich Labriola, president of local Labriola Baking Company. Go for the standard glazed, chocolate glazed or vanilla with sprinkles; or give something else a try like a dreamiscle bar doughnut. Take them to go or sit down with an espresso. Not feeling a sweet tooth? They have bagels too. B, L, D (daily). www.stansdonutschicago.com. 1560 N. Damen Ave., 773.360.7386. El: Blue to Damen
Gold Coast CHICAGO Q Barbecue. From the looks of the white-
trimmed, homey-exterior of the place, q could be short for quaint Once you step inside, you’ll realize the q stands for one thing: mouth-watering, succulent meat that’s been smoked to tenderness. L and D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). www.chicagoqrestaurant. com. 1160 N. Dearborn St., 312.642.1160. El: Red to Clark/Division. $$-$$$
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GIBSONS BAR & STEAKHOUSE Steak. The steaks
and chops are prime, and so is the people-watching at this buzzing restaurant in the heart of the Gold Coast. On-the-prowl singles eye each other in the bar, while power players angle for prime booth seating in the packed dining room. Servers? They’re smart, smooth and unfazed by the hubbub. L, D (daily). www.gibsonssteakhouse.com. 1028 N. Rush St., 312.266.8999. El: Red to Chicago; 5464 N. River Road, Rosemont, 847.928.9900; 2105 Spring Road, Oakbrook, 630.954.0000. $$$
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TAVERN ON RUSH Steak. This upscale, contem-
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porary steakhouse boasts an extensive menu of classic American fare, including prime steaks and chops, fresh fish, pasta and daily specials prepared by executive chef John Gatsos. A Gold Coast neighborhood destination, it features a sprawling bar, multilevel seating, an open kitchen and wide windows that offer guests a view of lively Rush Street. Valet parking. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su—F in summer). www.tavernonrush.com. 1031 N. Rush St., 312.664.9600. El: Red to Clark/Division. $$-$$$
Lakeview CERES’ TABLE American. It’s all Italian here
from the traditional fare to a carefully curated Italian-based wine list, with more than 200 bottle selections and 20 by the glass. Homemade pasta dishes include lobster risotto and pistachio fussilli. D (daily). www.cerestable.com. 3124 N. Broadway Ave., 773.922.4020. Bus: 36 to Briar KANELA BREAKFAST CLUB Breakfast/Brunch.
Typical brunch items are topped off with simple Greek touches, and more often than not, a healthy splash of powdered sugar. From crunchy French toast, rolled in corn flakes and topped with fresh berries to the spicy feta omelette made with tyrokafteri cheese, it’s hard to leave hungry. B, L (daily). www.kanelabreakfastclub.com. 3231 N. Clark St., 773.248.1622. El: Red, Brown, Purple to Belmont; 1552 N. Wells St., 312.255.1206. El: Brown, Purple to Sedgwick; 1408 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773.661.1010. El: Blue to Damen. $-$$ OLD CROW SMOKEHOUSE Barbecue. An upscale-
casual barbecue joint, where “MasterChef” alum Tony Scruggs mans the smokers. Feast on massive combo platters stacked with brisket, ribs and brined chicken, followed by apple fritters for dessert. Crowds also love the retractable roof, LED TVs and live country music. L (F-Su); D (nightly). www.oldcrowsmokehouse.com. 3506 N. Clark St., 773.537.4452. El: Red to Addison; 149 W. Kinzie St., 773.348.8899. El: Brown, Purple to Merchandise Mart. $$
Lincoln Park ALINEA Eclectic. Featuring the groundbreaking
cuisine of James Beard Foundation Award-winning chef Grant Achatz, Alinea is one of Chicago’s two Michelin three-star restaurants, and one of 13 in the country. But to stay on the cutting edge, the restaurant decided it needed a little makeover. Four months of rebuilding in 2016 and the place looks better than ever—along with a new menu to keep diners on their toes. With three distinct experiences (kitchen table, first floor gallery and three second-floor salons), patrons get to choose what kind of culinary adventure they want to embark upon, from environment to coordinating menu and prices. It just keeps getting better with age. Reservations required; jacket requested for gentlemen. D (daily). www.alinearestaurant.com. 22 W H E R E C H I C AG O I O C TO B E R 2018
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1723 N. Halsted St., 312.867.0110. El: Red to North/ Clybourn. $$$$ SUMMER HOUSE SANTA MONICA American. This
Lincoln Park restaurant lives up to its moniker, channeling the quintessential Southern California vibe with white woods, shutters and skylights to stream in brightness. While inspired by West Coast cuisine and its many staples—seafood and market fresh salads—the eatery retains its Midwestern flair with wood-fired steaks and burgers. Some of the wines are sustainably farmed or bio-dynamic. L (M-F), D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). www.summerhousesm. com. 1954 N. Halsted St., 773.634.4100. El: Brown to Armitage. $$
Logan Square/Avondale LONGMAN & EAGLE American. A Logan Square
hipster crowd packs this buzzing inn and neighborhood restaurant, whose regional American, headto-tail menu offers foie gras and a satisfying wild boar sloppy joe; the bar pours 50-plus bourbons. Br, D (daily). www.longmanandeagle.com. 2657 N. Kedzie Ave., 773.276.7110. El: Blue to Logan Square. $-$$ PARACHUTE Korean. Destination diners head to
Avondale for pristine, critically acclaimed KoreanAmerican fare. The 40-seat restaurant sources ingredients at their peak and updates the menu daily. Look for affordably priced wine, beer and cocktails to complement the imaginative cuisine. D (Tu-Sa). www.parachuterestaurant.com. 3500 N. Elston Ave., 773.654.1460. Bus: 152 to Kedzie $$
Magnificent Mile/Michigan Avenue EATALY Italian. There’s enough wine, produce,
cheese, fish and meat to feed a small Italian village. Eataly brings a museum-like experience to downtown Chicago. Choose from 20-plus dining options (oven-fired pizza, housemade pasta, gelato and more), pick up wine, parma and specialty items. https://www.eataly.com/us_en/stores/chicago/. 43 E. Ohio St., 312.521.8700. El: Red to Grand. $-$$$ EGGS INC. Breakfast. This hip breakfast spot pro-
vides old school service and courtesy while serving the latest trends in food. Find egg favorites such as eggs benedict, omelettes, egg sandwiches, steak and eggs as well as a variety of pancakes, waffles and other breakfast go-tos. B, L (daily). www. eggsincorporated.com. 680 N. Lake Shore Drive, 312.429.4919.; 220 S. Washington St., Naperville, 630.717.5555.; 278 S. Weber Road, Bolingbrook, 630.679.9999. HARRY CARAY’S 7TH INNING STRETCH American.
With photographs from the iconic Cubs announcer’s private collection and sports memorabilia, this Mag Mile restaurant celebrates two American traditions: comfort food and sports. Paying homage to the historic Water Tower, it capitalizes upon its picturesque location with floor-to-ceiling windows and an urban, industrial aesthetic captured by Edison bulbs, steel piping and concrete. Diners sip on craft beers and milkshakes before diving into juicy burgers, farm-fresh salads and oven-fired pizzas. Next door, explore more Chicago sports history at the interactive Chicago Sports Museum—admission is free for diners. L, D (daily). www.harrycarays. com. Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave., Seventh Floor, 312.202.0500. El: Red to Chicago. $$-$$$ w w w.wh e re t rave le r. com 23
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River North BILL’S BAR & BURGERAmerican. Bill’s Bar & Burger
Chicago is located in River North in the the Courtyard Chicago Downtown/River North. Bill’s Bar & Burger Chicago is known for its award-winning burgers, delectable entrees, craft beers and monster shakes. Bill’s is the perfect destination to enjoy good company, your favorite sporting events and great food. B, L, D (daily). www.billsbarandburger. com. 30 E. Hubbard St., 312.595.0446. BOHEMIAN HOUSE Eclectic. Comfort food takes
on Czech flavors at this River North restaurant, which nails the grandmother’s cooking vibe right down to the dainty dishware. Lighter dishes such as potato pancakes and baby mixed carrots open up the palate to heavier plates, including roasted duck and pork schnitzel. Off-the-clock locals get cozy in a dining room filled with warm woods, mismatched throw pillows, heavy chandeliers and tufted couches. D (Tu-Su), Br (F-Su). www.bohochicago.com. 11 W. Illinois St., 312.955.0439. El: Red to Grand. $$ THE HAMPTON SOCIALSeafood. It’s always sum-
mer vacay at The Hampton Social. White wood furnishings, burlap-textured walls, and maritime props that nod to the East Coast’s most elite community. The menu’s heavy on seafood like a “boat” of oysters, king crab legs and poached shrimp. L, D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). www.thehamptonsocial.com. 353 W. Hubbard St., 312.464.0500. El: Brown, Purple to Merchandise Mart. $$-$$$ HARRY CARAY’S ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE Steak.
One of the city’s top steakhouses, this classic Italian joint pays tribute to beloved Chicago Cubs sportscaster Harry Caray with walls of sports paraphernalia and a well-executed menu of prime steaks, chops and pastas, plus more casual options like sandwiches and salads. Grab a drink at Harry’s 60-foot-6-inch bar—the length from a pitcher’s mound to home plate. L, D (daily). www. harrycarays.com. 33 W. Kinzie St., 312.828.0966. El: Red to Grand; 10233 W. Higgins Road, Rosemont, 847.699.1200; 70 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, 630.953.3400. $$-$$$ HOOTERS American. At this national restaurant
chain, the famous “Hooters girls” serve up comfort food like chicken wings, chicken Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, shrimp, oysters and more. See website for complete list of locations. L, D (daily). www. originalhooters.com. 660 N. Wells St., 312.944.8800. El: Brown, Purple to Chicago; 8225 W. Higgins Road, 773.714.0193; 1303 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, 630.960.4008; 9159 S. Cicero Ave., Oak Lawn, 708.423.4668; 1110 N. Perimeter Drive, Schaumburg, 847.619.4668; 15300 S. La Grange Road, Orland Park, 708.460.4088; 4395 Fox Valley Center, Aurora, 630.851.4008. $-$$; 5925 S. LaGrange Road, Countryside, 708.354.0486.; 5670 Northridge Drive, Gurnee, 847.360.1672.; 3301 Hennepin Drive, Joliet, 815.267.8602.; 708.889.0446.; 2503 W. North Ave., Melrose Park, 708.486.1895. $ INDIA HOUSE Indian. Sample fare from across the
many regions of India at this well-appointed, comfortable restaurant, featuring dishes like chicken pakoras (deep-fried chicken marinated in a blend of masala) and bhindi amchur (fried slices of okra seasoned with tangy Indian spices). L, D (daily). www.indiahousechicago.com. 59 W. Grand Ave., 312.645.9500. El: Red to Grand; 721 W. Golf Road, Hoffman Estates, 847.278.0760. $$ KATANASushi. Upscale interior meets fresh plates
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bar. In addition to traditional sashimi and nigiri and other Japanese delicacies, Katana offers tempting skewers from the robata grill, including premium A5 wagyu beef. L (M-F), D (daily). innovativedining. com. 339 N. Dearborn St., 312.877.5544. $$ MERCADITO Mexican. This stylish, contemporary
Mexican spot offers a dozen different taco offerings including a beer-battered mahi-mahi with chipotle aioli and Mexican slaw, as well as a herbmarinated chicken taco and chile ancho-spiced chocolate cake. Mercadito has salsas aplenty and exotic tequila cocktails, all in an upbeat-lounge atmosphere with one of the largest mezcal selections in the city. L (M-F), D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). www. mercaditorestaurants.com. 108 W. Kinzie St., 312.329.9555. El: Brown, Purple to Merchandise Mart. $-$$ RIVER ROASTAmerican. This riverside restaurant
Underground). L (M-F), D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). www. sundachicago.com. 110 W. Illinois St., 312.644.0500. El: Brown, Purple to Merchandise Mart, Red to Grand. $$
South Loop CHICAGO CURRY HOUSE Indian. Traditional Indian
and Nepalese dishes are the specialty at this reasonably priced South Loop spot, from samosas and pakoras to chicken tikka masala, shrimp madras and a variety of specialty breads. Popular lunch buffet offers over 22 items. L, D (daily), hours vary by location. www.curryhouseonline.com. 899 S. Plymouth Court, 312.362.9999. El: Red to Harrison; Curry Hut: 410 Sheridan Road, Highwood, 847.432.2889. $-$$ ELEVEN CITY DINER Delis/Sandwiches. Classier
than your average diner, this Jewish deli and popular lunch spot caters to Chicago’s corned beef-, latke- and lox-loving crowd with hand-cut meats, fresh soups and a variety of salads and sandwiches. An in-house soda jerk whips up served-with-the-tin classic egg creams, phosphates, shakes and malts. Breakfast is served all day. B, L, D (daily). www.elevencitydiner.com. 1112 S. Wabash Ave., 312.212.1112. El: Red, Green, Orange to Roosevelt. $
celebrates the food (and drink) that warms the soul, from roast beef carved tableside to fire-roasted fish. The restaurant curates Midwestern beer, craft cocktails and gluten-free options. Space is on its side; the massive restaurant offers plenty of private event space and a waterfront patio overlooking downtown Chicago. L (M-F, D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). www.riverroastchicago.com. 315 N. LaSalle St., 312.822.0100. El: Loop to Clark/Lake. $$-$$$ SUNDA Pan-Asian. Sushi, dim sum, noodles, grilled
meats—all the flavors of Southeast Asia are accounted for in this hot spot from dining and nightlife impresario Billy Dec (Rockit Bar & Grill, The
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Streeterville HARRY CARAY’S TAVERN American. The beloved
downtown Italian steakhouse dedicated to preserving the Cubs announcer’s memory also runs
this classy waterfront tavern featuring memorabiliacovered walls, dozens of HDTVs and a tempting bar menu of salads, oven-fired pizzas and burgers (choose beef or turkey, toppings, buns, cheeses and sauces). In warm weather, grab a table on the patio for lake views. L, D (daily). www.harrycarays. com. Navy Pier, 700 E. Grand Ave., 312.527.9700. Bus: 29, 65, 66 to Navy Pier. $-$$
The Loop THE BERGHOFF German. One of Chicago’s oldest
restaurants, this classic 1898 bar and downstairs café is a popular spot for lunch, dinner and afterwork drinks. At today’s Berghoff, diners will find lighter and more contemporary dishes (including many that are certified gluten-free) alongside treasured old world favorites. Under the helm of fourth generation Peter Berghoff, The Berghoff Group includes the historic Berghoff Restaurant, Berghoff Café, and Berghoff Café O’Hare. L, D (M-Sa). www. theberghoff.com. 17 W. Adams St., 312.427.3170. El: Red to Monroe. $-$$ PIZANO’S PIZZA & PASTA Pizza. Deep-dish pie
with a flaky crust is a favorite at this cozy, classic pizzeria, where owner Rudy Malnati Jr.’s mother Donna Marie still prepares all the dough. Other favorite menu items include cheesy garlic bread, chicken Parmesan and four-cheese tortellini. Most locations L, D (daily). www.pizanoschicago.com. 61 E. Madison St., 312.236.1777. El: Red to Monroe; 864 N. State St., 312.751.1766. El: Red to Chicago; 800
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N. Dearborn St., 312.335.8833. El: Red to Chicago; 2106 S. Indiana Ave., 312.842.0777; 1808 N. Waukegan Road, Glenview, 847.486.1777. $$ RUDY’S BAR AND GRILLE Hamburgers & Hot Dogs.
From Pizano’s Pizza & Pasta owner Rudy Malnati Jr., this comfortable tavern offers an all-day menu of prime burgers, dressed-up chicken sandwiches, Vienna Beef hot dogs, Polish sausages and more, plus a full-bar featuring signature milkshake martinis, all in a nostalgic space decorated with Chicago memorabilia. Late-night dining. L, D (daily). www. rudysbarandgrillechicago.com. 69 E. Madison St., 312.332.8111. El: Loop to Adams/Wabash. $-$$
West Loop AVEC Wine Bar. This modern, minimalist room
draws a sophisticated, upscale crowd with its smart wine selection and rustic small plates like roasted butcher’s steak with charred leeks grilled prawns and housemade pasta. Cedar walls and ceiling, a stainless steel bar and a rear glass wall of wine give the narrow space a spa-like feel; the no-reservations policy means that chances are, you will wait for a table. L (M-F), D (daily), Br (Su). www.avecrestaurant.com. 615 W. Randolph St., 312.377.2002. El: Pink, Green to Clinton. $$$ CITY WINERY Wine Bar. The West Loop sister
of the New York original finds a natural home in Chicago, a city that loves its food, music and wine. The loft-style operation has the capacity to churn out about 100,000 bottles a year—and puts on live music to boot. Learn about the winemaking process from grape crushing to production. L, D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). www.citywinery.com/chicago. 1200 W. Randolph St., 312.733.9463. El: Green, Pink to Morgan-Lake. $$-$$$ LITTLE GOAT DINER American. This addition to the
West Loop, run by “Top Chef” winner Stephanie Izard, is not just a diner—it’s a full coffee bar, all-day breakfast eatery and fresh bakery. Check out signature dishes such as the Fat Elvis waffles, the Sloppy Goat sandwich and desserts like the strawberry cream pie and cookies and cream shake. B, L, D (daily). www.littlegoatchicago.com. 820 W. Randolph St., 312.888.3455. El: Green, Pink to Morgan-Lake. $-$$ MOMOTAROJapanese. The Boka Restaurant
Group revives a former warehouse into a destination for what the Japanese eat every day. The menu features sushi and sashimi, in addition to items from the coals including Alaskan king crab and A5 Miyazaki steak. D (daily). www.momotarochicago. com. 820 W. Lake St., 312.733.4818. El: Green, Pink to Morgan. $$-$$$ THE PUBLICAN Belgian. From the folks behind
Randolph Street hits avec and Blackbird comes this beer-centric restaurant, with a focus on Belgian brews and a smart, creative menu to go along with them—think oysters, charcuterie, mussels and aged hams. D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). www. thepublicanrestaurant.com. 837 W. Fulton Market, 312.733.9555. El: Green, Pink to Morgan. $$-$$$ URBANBELLY Pan-Asian. Chef Bill Kim (Le Lan)
has a hit on his hands with this BYOB noodle spot, featuring five kinds of dumplings (crab Rangoon, anyone?), pork belly and pineapple rice, and sides like kimchi and Chinese eggplant with Thai basil. L, D (M-Sa). www.urbanbellychicago.com. 1400 W. Randolph St., 773.583.0500. El: Green/Pink to Ashland
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CHICAGO DINING STK STEAKHOUSE Combining a modern steakhouse with a chic lounge, STK offers a dynamic fine dining experience with the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse. STK distinguishes itself by focusing on the social experience with a sleek, contemporary design and an in-house DJ who creates an infectious, high-energy vibe. Of course, steak is the main attraction here: Choose from high quality, small, medium and large cuts of meat, as well as naturally raised options and market fresh fish entrÊes. Aside from steak, signature items include Parmesan Truffle Fries, Lil’ BRGs, Tuna Tartare, and Sweet Corn Pudding.
9 W Kinzie Street, Chicago, IL 60654 312.340.5636 www.togrp.com/stk-chicago
I|O GODFREY Thanks to the retractable glass roof at I|O Godfrey, every season is rooftop season. This fall, Executive Chef Nathaniel Cayer crafts hearty, modern American fare, such as the 10 oz. Hanger Steak served with housemade steak sauce and herb butter. Guests can pair their meal with city views and creative craft cocktails like the Eastern Sour, made with rye, fresh-steeped green tea syrup, and lemon, shaken with an egg white and served in a smoked glass.
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In celebration of all the international guests Chicago will play host to this month with the Chicago Marathon, we are paying homage to the great cultural dining, neighborhoods and events the city has to offer. Chicago has plenty of eclectic dining options. (1) Katana is a super chic sushi spot with creative makimono rolls and a sizzling robata grill whipping up tempting favorites; or, just sit at the bar and fill up on creative cocktails. (2) Margeaux Brasserie inside
Of the 100-plus neighborhoods in Chicago, almost every ethnicity is represented with many cultural beacons still thriving today and offering a welcome mat to embrace the many distinct people living here. (1) Andersonville has strong Swedish roots (with a focal point being the Swedish American Museum that has programming for kids and adults). Though the longstanding Swedish Bakery is now gone, go to Simon's for traditional glogg. (2) Ukrainian Village, on the city's west side, still carries its name with spots like Kasia's Deli offering Eastern European dishes, plus the Ukrainian National Museum and Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art paying homage to traditions in modern ways. (3) Pilsen on the near South Side is home to many MexicanAmericans with stunning murals, taquerias and the National Museum of Mexican Art.
It's difficult to be bored in Chicago, especially with the many various events that happen on a daily basis. This month welcomes (1) The Columbus Day Parade (Oct. 8), celebrating its 65th anniversary this year, a commemorative occasion sponsored by the Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans with colorful floats and bands. (2) The Chicago International Latino Theater Fest (Oct. 1-Nov. 4) runs for seven weeks celebrating the great contributions of Chicago Latino artists and companies at neighborhood theaters as well as institutes like the Goodman, Steppenwolf and Victory Gardens. (3) Eat Drink Korea (Oct. 12) is a foodie's dream. Former CBS reporter Susanna Song emcees this culinary showdown with plates from bopNGrill, En Hakkore, Del Seoul, Dak Wings and more. Proceeds go to Crossing Borders.
Waldorf Astoria is French food at its finest from restaurateur Michael Mina. Start with the warm camembert truffle baguette before delving into classics like Atlantic Cod Bouillabaisse. (3) Ethiopian Diamond in the Edgewater neighborhood is as authentic as they come. The injera bread is used to scoop up meat and lentils; wash it down with honey wine (aka "tej"). 32 W H E R E C H I C AG O I O C TO B E R 2018
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