Sophie’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Wrigleyville is the lively little pocket in the Lakeview neighborhood that sits in the shadows of historic Wrigley Field, the second oldest stadium in baseball and home to the beloved Chicago Cubs. It has become a magnet for sports fans and young professionals alike, who hop from bar to bar along Clark, Addison and Sheffield Avenues.
Rather tame by day, the neighborhood’s souvenir shops and casual eateries are open but quiet. For late night entertainment, a boisterous after-hours crowd heads to Wrigleyville for everything from live music to sketch comedy. But if there’s a day game or a night game letting out at “The Friendly Confines” then look out: the streets swell with the masses of fans looking to celebrate a Cubs win... or lament their lovable losers.
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Wrigleyville
Wrigleyville is the lively little pocket in the Lakeview neighborhood that sits in the shadows of historic Wrigley Field, the second oldest stadium in baseball and home to the beloved Chicago Cubs. It has become a magnet for sports fans and young professionals alike, who hop from bar to bar along Clark, Addison and Sheffield Avenues.
Rather tame by day, the neighborhood’s souvenir shops and casual eateries are open but quiet. For late night entertainment, a boisterous after-hours crowd heads to Wrigleyville for everything from live music to sketch comedy. But if there’s a day game or a night game letting out at “The Friendly Confines” then look out: the streets swell with the masses of fans looking to celebrate a Cubs win... or lament their lovable losers.
With 25 acres of awe-inspiring landscape, breathtaking architecture and an iconic collection of public art, Millenium Park is Chicago premier greenspace.
Host to free art installations (including the famed Cloud Gate AKA “The Bean”), outdoor concerts, film screenings, outdoor workouts and tours, Millennium Park remains a hot spot for travel itineraries year round.
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201 E Randolph StWith 25 acres of awe-inspiring landscape, breathtaking architecture and an iconic collection of public art, Millenium Park is Chicago premier greenspace.
Host to free art installations (including the famed Cloud Gate AKA “The Bean”), outdoor concerts, film screenings, outdoor workouts and tours, Millennium Park remains a hot spot for travel itineraries year round.
Iconic Neighborhood
Boystown neighborhood is one of the largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities in the United States. The neighborhood, located within the East Lakeview community, has profoundly affected the cultural fabric of Chicago with the Center on Halsted, a distinguished community center that welcomes over 1,000 people per day.
The area’s banner events, the Chicago Pride Parade and Market Days, attract more than one million spectators and visitors of every background and orientation each summer.
With streets that are adorned with colorful pylons and eccentric boutique shopping, the area has an energy all its own.
The party never stops in Boystown, with a flourishing stage show scene and lively nightlife. Catch thoughtful works by the Strawdog Theatre Company, as well as stimulating performances by the long running “Blue Man Group” at the Briar Street Theatre. After the show, enjoy a night out on North Halsted’s bar and restaurant district, which features gay-friendly and show tune institution Sidetrack, as well as outstanding dining options from Spanish to Asian to American cuisine.
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Boystown neighborhood is one of the largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities in the United States. The neighborhood, located within the East Lakeview community, has profoundly affected the cultural fabric of Chicago with the Center on Halsted, a distinguished community center that welcomes over 1,000 people per day.
The area’s banner events, the Chicago Pride Parade and Market Days, attract more than one million spectators and visitors of every background and orientation each summer.
With streets that are adorned with colorful pylons and eccentric boutique shopping, the area has an energy all its own.
The party never stops in Boystown, with a flourishing stage show scene and lively nightlife. Catch thoughtful works by the Strawdog Theatre Company, as well as stimulating performances by the long running “Blue Man Group” at the Briar Street Theatre. After the show, enjoy a night out on North Halsted’s bar and restaurant district, which features gay-friendly and show tune institution Sidetrack, as well as outstanding dining options from Spanish to Asian to American cuisine.
Neighborhoods
In Lincoln Park, Chicago’s motto “Urbs in horto”—or “City in a Garden”—truly comes to life. Historic churches and handsome brick row houses nestled within landmark districts sit next to peaceful parks, while quiet, tree-lined residential areas give way to bustling business corridors.
Armitage Avenue is lined with independent boutiques and high-end retailers; Clark Street is packed with casual cafes, ethnic restaurants and sweet shops that spill out onto the sidewalks during warm weather; and Lincoln Avenue buzzes all night with bars and taverns that cater to the young college crowd from the nearby DePaul University campus. In addition to shopping and dining, Lincoln Park is a diverse arts and entertainment destination as well with a plethora of museums, top theaters and live music clubs to pick from.
For scenery, there’s plenty of natural beauty and outdoors to enjoy. This North Side neighborhood’s namesake park is a sprawling 1,208 acres of green space with a free zoo open year-round, a nature museum and conservatory. And when the weather’s right, head over to the lakefront trail and beaches, where sand and surf are set against a backdrop of downtown skyscrapers.
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500-5700 N Lake Shore DrIn Lincoln Park, Chicago’s motto “Urbs in horto”—or “City in a Garden”—truly comes to life. Historic churches and handsome brick row houses nestled within landmark districts sit next to peaceful parks, while quiet, tree-lined residential areas give way to bustling business corridors.
Armitage Avenue is lined with independent boutiques and high-end retailers; Clark Street is packed with casual cafes, ethnic restaurants and sweet shops that spill out onto the sidewalks during warm weather; and Lincoln Avenue buzzes all night with bars and taverns that cater to the young college crowd from the nearby DePaul University campus. In addition to shopping and dining, Lincoln Park is a diverse arts and entertainment destination as well with a plethora of museums, top theaters and live music clubs to pick from.
For scenery, there’s plenty of natural beauty and outdoors to enjoy. This North Side neighborhood’s namesake park is a sprawling 1,208 acres of green space with a free zoo open year-round, a nature museum and conservatory. And when the weather’s right, head over to the lakefront trail and beaches, where sand and surf are set against a backdrop of downtown skyscrapers.
Anchored by a beautiful stretch of shoreline to the east and dotted with train stops from two ‘L’ lines, Lakeview is one of Chicago’s liveliest and most accessible neighborhoods. Several distinct areas — East Lakeview, Central Lakeview, Boystown and Wrigleyville — meld together to form a lakefront community that celebrates diversity and boasts something for every type of visitor.
Hit the bustling commercial districts along Belmont Avenue, Lincoln Avenue, Southport Avenue, Clark Street, Halsted Street and Broadway Street to shop — be it for vintage frocks, designer jeans or leather biker gear — or live it up with the locals at the seemingly endless options for bars and pubs, and the dozens of celebrated restaurants in between.
Arts and culture come in the form of live music venues, several summer street festivals and a thriving scene for theater, dance and comedy (Belmont Theater District is a stellar collection of nearly 20 independent companies).
Not to be outdone by its extraordinary entertainment landscape, Lakeview makes full use of its slice of Lincoln Park, a 1,200-acre oasis dedicated to the outdoors. Here you will find the scenic Lakefront Trail, a golf course and driving range, a boat harbor, a bird sanctuary, tennis courts and grassy playing fields that are also perfect for picnics or just soaking in the views.
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Lake View
Anchored by a beautiful stretch of shoreline to the east and dotted with train stops from two ‘L’ lines, Lakeview is one of Chicago’s liveliest and most accessible neighborhoods. Several distinct areas — East Lakeview, Central Lakeview, Boystown and Wrigleyville — meld together to form a lakefront community that celebrates diversity and boasts something for every type of visitor.
Hit the bustling commercial districts along Belmont Avenue, Lincoln Avenue, Southport Avenue, Clark Street, Halsted Street and Broadway Street to shop — be it for vintage frocks, designer jeans or leather biker gear — or live it up with the locals at the seemingly endless options for bars and pubs, and the dozens of celebrated restaurants in between.
Arts and culture come in the form of live music venues, several summer street festivals and a thriving scene for theater, dance and comedy (Belmont Theater District is a stellar collection of nearly 20 independent companies).
Not to be outdone by its extraordinary entertainment landscape, Lakeview makes full use of its slice of Lincoln Park, a 1,200-acre oasis dedicated to the outdoors. Here you will find the scenic Lakefront Trail, a golf course and driving range, a boat harbor, a bird sanctuary, tennis courts and grassy playing fields that are also perfect for picnics or just soaking in the views.
Food scene
Recommended Local Coffee shops and Restaurants
+ A Great Coffee Place:
Colectivo Coffee - 2530 N Clark st
+ A Great Donut:
Stan’s DonuTs & Coffee - 2800 N Clark st
+ A Great Bowl of Ramen:
Tanaka Ramen - 553 W Diversey Pkwy
+ A Great Burger:
DMK Burger Bar - 2954 N Sheffield Ave
+ A Great Taco Place:
Broken English Taco Pub - 2576 N Lincoln Ave
+ A Great Korean Fried Chicken:
Crisp - 2940 N Broadway
+ A Great Seafood Place:
Half Shell - 676 W Diversey Pkwy
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Lake View
+ A Great Coffee Place:
Colectivo Coffee - 2530 N Clark st
+ A Great Donut:
Stan’s DonuTs & Coffee - 2800 N Clark st
+ A Great Bowl of Ramen:
Tanaka Ramen - 553 W Diversey Pkwy
+ A Great Burger:
DMK Burger Bar - 2954 N Sheffield Ave
+ A Great Taco Place:
Broken English Taco Pub - 2576 N Lincoln Ave
+ A Great Korean Fried Chicken:
Crisp - 2940 N Broadway
+ A Great Seafood Place:
Half Shell - 676 W Diversey Pkwy