Chicago is known around the world for hearty dishes such as prime steaks, the famous deep dish pizza and also for the best hot dogs in the nation. The best steak dinner venues include the traditional restaurants Gene & Georgetti ‘s and Gibson’s Bar and Steakhouse . The best place to try Chicago’s deep dish pizza is Giordano ‘s . And visitors will love original Chicago hot dogs at Portillio’s and Superdawag Drive-In .
It’s not without reason that the British Conde Nast Traveler named Chicago “Top Food City” in America.
In a city known for its wonderful architecture, there are many restaurants with great views. At the top of the John Hancock Center’s Signature Room at the 95th , spectacular views of the city and Lake Michigan are surpassed by contemporary menus. And if you love French cuisine, we recommend Everst . The eatery is on the 40th floor of the Chicago Exchange building. The Park Grill offers an unobstructed view of the spectacular Millennium Park through its fully glazed front . Every dinner here becomes a new, beautiful experience in every season.
According to collegetoppicks, Chicago’s restaurants are packed with experiences. This also applies to the numerous restaurants in the ethnic neighborhoods : Chinese, Italian, Mexican, Greek cuisine and much more is offered here. Those looking for avant-garde gastronomy should look around Randolph Street . If you’re in town in early July, don’t forget the Taste of Chicago . This largest food festival offers the best opportunity to get to know several taste buds at once.
Culinary discovery tours
Chicago Food Planet Tours – Here visitors can learn about the history, culture, architecture and of course the food in Chicago’s oldest neighborhoods. The three-hour programs are suitable for all ages and fitness levels and are popular with locals and visitors alike.
Chicago Pizza Tours – This bus tour of Chicago takes participants to four different pizza places, where everyone can taste a whole slice of the so-called Chicago deep-dish pizza, stuffed pizza, Neapolitan pizza and thin crust pizza. The tour takes in neighborhoods outside of Michigan Avenue and the Loop (downtown) that have the most delicious pizzas!
Enjoyment and Entertainment Not far from the John Hancock Center, foodies and sports fans alike will enjoy visiting the new Harry Caray’s 7th Inning Stretch and the Chicago Sports Museum. On the 7th floor of Water Tower Place , American comfort food offerings and a display of memorabilia from Chicago’s legendary sporting history combine perfectly. Restaurant guests can visit the museum for free, while regular visitors have to purchase an admission ticket. In addition to an extensive exhibition, the museum also offers an interactive area, the “Hall of Legends”, in which you can compete against the virtual sports legends from Chicago.
The skyscraper Water Tower Place is located directly on the “Magnificent Mile” and houses numerous shops including an eight-storey shopping center.
Bars and trendy clubs in Chicago
404 Win e Bar – The 404 Bar makes you feel at home. Relax in the leather sofas and unwind by the open fireplace.
Castaways – One of the best spots on the beach, great food, ice cold drinks, right by the North Avenue Boathouse.
Bricks Chicago – Bricks is a popular restaurant and pub in Old Town. Gourmet pizzas and salad menus in an intimate atmosphere. There is also funky music from the Stones to the Grateful Dead – Bricks Rocks!
Beat Kitchen – Presents a range of indie bands and comic shows throughout the week and weekends; Beat Kitchen is one of the best underground locations in town.
