Things to Do
OUR FAVORITE PLACES AND EATS
Check out some options for things to do and restaurants to try nearby!
GO FOR A STROLL
Chicago Riverwalk: Just steps away from Melissa and Jacob’s apartment, this is a favorite spot for after work walks.
Washington Square Park: Before Melissa and Jacob moved in together in 2021, the path they’d take to walk to each other’s apartments went through Washington Square Park.
GRAB A COFFEE
TARY: A weekend favorite to stop in for a unique coffee to go or sit down and have a full breakfast (Try the cottage cheese pancakes!) TARY
Blue Bottle Coffee: Great spot to grab a coffee and enjoy views of the Chicago Riverwalk. Blue Bottle Coffee - Wolf Point
La Colombe: Multiple locations around the city — Enjoy the iced draft lattes! La Colombe
HAVE A BITE TO EAT
Kinzie Street Trifecta - Gilt/Ciccio Mio/Bavette’s: Hogsalt restaurant group is behind a number of Melissa and Jacob’s favorite restaurants, and three of the best are nestled together on the same block of West Kinzie. Gilt Bar / Ciccio Mio / Bavette’s Steakhouse.
Parlor Pizza: Casual pizza spot great for big groups and hanging around for a few drinks after you’re done eating. Make sure to check out the happy hour specials! Parlor Pizza
Chiu Quon Bakery: If visiting Chinatown, a go-to spot is this cash only Chinese bakery. Favorites include the BBQ Pork buns, Taro bun, and swiss roll cakes! Chiu Quon
HAVE A DRINK
Fado Irish Pub: A cozy Irish pub in River North, the perfect spot for a cold pint and a hearty meal on winter day. Fado Irish Pub
Gus’ Sip & Dip: A stylish tavern in River North, Gus’s Sip & Dip serves expertly crafted cocktails and warm dipped sandwiches. BONUS: the cocktail menu includes a classic Wisconsin old fashion. Gus’ Sip & Dip.
Cindy’s Rooftop: Perched atop the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, Cindy’s is the perfect spot to grab a cocktail and enjoy magnificent views of Millennium Park and Lake Michigan. Cindy’s Rooftop