Kingston Mines

Chicago's premier blues bar, Kingston Mines, is where musicians congregate after their own gigs to jam and socialize. Celebs...

On the Halsted strip, look for B.L.U.E.S. -- the name says it all. This is a small joint for the serious aficionado -- you wo...

This neighborhood fixture has Chicago written all over it, from the Daley (the real one, the father of the current mayor) re-election pos...

If a serious drinking saloon makes a bar Irish, then this is Irish. If it does not, this is a cool bar in a "dive" sort of way, fun to go...

The Biograph Theatre is best known for its historical connection to the infamous gangster John Dillinger. It is also one of Chicago's old...

An English pub in the heart of Lincoln Park, the Red Lion is a comfortable neighborhood place with a mix of old and young DeP...

Of all the beautiful churches in the city, this is one of the most interesting in appearance. While shopping on Clark Street in Lincoln...

Built in 1914, this legendary Harlem theater launched or abetted the careers of countless musical icons -- including Bessie S...

In the heart of Lincoln Park, you will find plenty of nightspots if you are out on a pub crawl. AliveOne, however has 16 beers on tap and...

This 10-year-old Japanese eatery does a good job with its sushi, the portions are fresh and generous. But that is not all. Besides the st...

Nicely distanced from all the other Halsted Street restaurants, this cozy eatery offers a quiet getaway from the rush. And the food is go...

At this pleasant, romantic restaurant, an illuminated and airy atmosphere and white clothed tables set the stage. The food is a fabulous...

If you like to be insulted by surly servers while you wait for a plate of cheese fries at 4 in the morning, then Wiener Circle is the pl...

This is not really a standard Thai restaurant—in fact, it bills itself as being "Pan-Asian," as good a description as any. Sure, you can...

Salvatore's offers an opulent setting for both intimate dinners and large parties. The dining room, with its dark woods, traditional Tusc...

Predating many of Chicago's Pan-Asian noodle shops, Penny's has kept its loyal following even as others have joined the fray....

This French spot has weathered the storm of the Lincoln Park neighborhood, from its years of decline all the way through to its shining p...

Known for offering some of the best tapas in town, this place is not just big on taste but also variety. Choose from over 40 regular sele...