Food & drink
Farm-to-table restaurants in Chicago
You don’t have to wait for a summertime farmers market to enjoy fresh produce, locally sourced protein, and organic ingredients. Chicago’s restaurants take the city’s…
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BYOB restaurants in Chicago
Chicago’s eclectic neighborhoods are packed with pilgrimage-worthy restaurants and cafes — and tons of them are BYOB. You can bring your own booze to all…
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Chicago brewery tours and experiences
Craft beer lovers flock to Chicago to get a taste of our dynamic brewing scene. A brewery tour can take you behind the scenes of…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink
Chicago beer festivals and events
Attention all beer enthusiasts! Cheers to Chicago’s booming craft beer scene at the city’s packed calendar of beer fests. Sample craft beers from local, national,…
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8 Chicago bars with great patios
There’s something about sitting outside that just makes beer taste better. At least, that’s what we’ve found at Chicago’s best bar patios. And since Chicago…
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Chicago craft brewery itineraries: Milwaukee Corridor
One of Chicago’s hippest areas is also overflowing with beer options. This stretch of Milwaukee — which runs through Wicker Park and Logan Square —…
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Chicago craft brewery itineraries: Pilsen and Bridgeport
There’s always something cool happening in Pilsen and Bridgeport on the southwest side. These distinct neighborhoods — from a vibrant, Hispanic enclave known for its…
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Chicago craft brewery itineraries: Ravenswood Corridor
An industrial stretch of Ravenswood has experienced a brewing renaissance in recent years. The corridor, which earned the nickname Malt Row, is home to a…
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Chicago craft brewery itineraries: West Loop and West Town
First, they were industrial areas. Then came the foodie scene. Now these hip neighborhoods are brewery hubs, too. Visit for that only-in-Chicago warehouse feel and…
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Chicago craft brewing itineraries: Lincoln Park and Lakeview
These scenic waterfront neighborhoods are home to university students, young families, Cubs fans — and lots of great spots to drink beer. Explore the charming,…
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Chicago Gourmet
Sept. 1 – 30, 2021 Welcome to a reinvented Chicago Gourmet. The iconic food festival will be reimagined for another year, with some new surprises…
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Chicago’s historic Loop restaurants
Chicago’s downtown Loop has an abundance of great dining choices. And while there’s plenty of new and trending spots to choose from there’s also a…
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Chicago Friday Night Flights
Chicago Friday Night Flights is back for our third season with an exciting lineup of local beer tastings that highlight the city’s dynamic craft brew…
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Taste of Chicago
July 7 – 11, 2021 Free admission • Citywide This year’s new and reimagined event, Taste to Chicago To-Go, will feature free pop-up events around…
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Chicago game day sports bars
Sports bars by Wrigley Field Head to Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood for all things Cubs. Check out gameday at Gallagher Way where ticket holders can enter…
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Chicago craft brewery itineraries: Downtown and South Loop
Historic architecture and world-renowned cultural institutions aren’t the only things that define downtown Chicago. The heart of the city, made up of the Loop and…
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Romantic restaurants in Chicago
Whether you’re on a first date or celebrating a milestone anniversary, our city is home to a restaurant that’s perfect for the occasion. Enjoy a…
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Where to eat in Chicago: Classic Chicago restaurants
Chicago is home to thousands of restaurants, from fine dining to cheap eats to international fare and everything in between. So how do food-lovers decide…
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Chicago breweries with incredible taprooms
A history-laden rising star in the world of craft beer, Chicago is the founding place of several craft breweries entrenched in tradition and local pride,…
Food & drink, Itineraries
5 Chicago neighborhoods for food lovers
No matter where you go in Chicago, you’ll find a diverse selection of places to eat and drink in every corner of our city. These…
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What to eat at Taste of Chicago 2019
This year’s Taste of Chicago, the world’s largest free-admission food fest, will feature 82 local restaurants, including 24 pop-ups and 17 food trucks. That adds…
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Michelin dining in Chicago on a budget
Every fall, Michelin unveils its annual guides to the top restaurants in the world. Along with the prestigious Michelin stars, the global dining guide also…
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Fantastic fusion restaurants in Chicago
Chicago has a flavor of its own — blending its different neighborhoods, people and cultures. Chicago restaurants have followed suit, mixing together a wide array…
Festivals & special events, Food & drink, Music
Windy City Smokeout
July 9 – 11, 2021 United Center parking lot Country music, barbecue, and craft beer — it’s hard to think of a better way to…
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