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GoSTATE71 said:
For people asking me about the L to United center - unfortunate article coming out today but another reason I’m being a little vocal about telling my fellow cyclones to just use ubers as a local here. Now with that said, gonna be an incredible weekend here and can’t wait to see a strong contingent here for the party and wins against Tennessee and Michigan/Bama!

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There is no reason any Iowa State person would be down by 47th street. Let alone at 1:30am.

I live in the South Loop and use the "big scary" trains nearly every day and the "dangerous" red line is my most used line. Haven't been stabbed or even close to it.

Just like any city, keep your wits about you and it'll be fine. There's millions of people here, **** happens. And linking random stuff like this is why Chicago gets a bad rep.
 
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Food Recommendations. Tried to do a mix of Chicago Classics/Tourist stuff near downtown and underrated things and split it out by price points. Chicago is one of the best food cities in the world. This list could be 500+ things and if you're looking for a particular area or type of food, let me know and can give more recs.

Cheap Eats (under $15 per person)
  • Al's Italian Beef - Taylor Street - Italian beef. The original. Order it hot and dipped with giardiniera. Good pregame Friday.
  • Carnitas Uruapan - Pilsen - Mexican. Pork fried in its own fat for 30+ years. Rib carnitas tacos on handmade tortillas. Cash only. Best Saturday afternoon stop.
  • Jim's Original - University Village (Maxwell Street area) - Hot dogs and pork chops. Chicago's longest-operating hot dog stand, open since 1939. Open late, good post-game.
  • Portillo's - Multiple locations - Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef, chocolate cake shake. The accessible Chicago classic.
  • Chiu Quon Bakery - Chinatown - Chinese bakery. BBQ pork buns, egg tarts, sesame balls for practically nothing. Great grab-and-go Saturday stop.
  • QXY Dumplings - Chinatown - Chinese. Dozens of dumpling varieties made to order. Cheap, fast, excellent.
  • Xi'an Cuisine - Chinatown - Hand-pulled noodles and lamb burgers. Casual, cheap, the biang biang noodles are the move.
  • Chomp Pizza - Pilsen (inside the 18th St. Pink Line station) - New York-style slices. Quick and solid.
  • Greek Corner Restaurant - Ukrainian Village - Greek. Gyros, Greek chicken, fast and cheap. Good if you're staying near the arena.
  • Taqueria El Milagro - Pilsen - Mexican. Attached to a tortilla factory. Very cheap, very good tacos and tortas on fresh tortillas.
  • Ricobene's - Bridgeport - The breaded steak sandwich is a Chicago legend. Massive, cheap, messy. Worth the trip if you have a car or don't mind a short Uber.
  • Birrieria Zaragoza - Archer Heights - Birria tacos and consomme from a James Beard-recognized family spot. A bit of a trek but worth it for serious food fans.
Normal/Moderate ($15-$40 per person)
  • Greek Islands - Greektown (10-min walk to arena) - Greek. Order the saganaki (flaming cheese with the "Opa!" moment). Great pregame Friday, walkable to the United Center.
  • MingHin Cuisine - Chinatown - Dim sum. Considered the city's best dim sum. Get there by 10:30 AM Saturday or expect a serious wait. Great group brunch.
  • Little Goat Diner - Southport - Creative American diner. Bull's-eye French toast with fried chicken for brunch. Fun for groups.
  • The Publican - Fulton Market - Farm-to-table, communal tables, outstanding brunch. Maple-braised bacon with crepes is legendary. Saturday brunch pick.
  • Dove's Luncheonette - Wicker Park - Tex-Mex diner. Killer brunch with migas, fried chicken torta, and a strong mezcal program. Small space, expect a wait.
  • Mott Street - Wicker Park - Asian-American. The wings, the congee, the lamb ribs. One of the coolest restaurants in the city. Excellent Saturday dinner for groups.
  • Kaiser Tiger - West Loop (near United Center) - Beer garden, sausages, 20+ taps. Free shuttle to the United Center on game nights. Good pregame
  • Park Tavern - West Loop - Sports bar, deep dish, 30+ beers. Free parking and a free shuttle to the arena. Good pregame
  • Third Rail Tavern - West Loop - 300+ whiskeys, solid bar food. Free shuttle to the United Center. Good pregame
  • Arturo's Tacos - Multiple locations - Mexican. The al pastor is the best in the city according to a lot of locals. Late night hours.
  • Haymarket Pub & Brewery - West Loop - Brewpub with house beers and solid pub food. Close to the arena. Good Saturday lunch or pregame.
  • Big Star - Wicker Park - Tacos, whiskey, honky-tonk vibes. The al pastor taco and a whiskey shot is the move. Gets loud and fun at night.
  • Lou Mitchell's - The Loop - Classic old-school Chicago diner. Breakfast and brunch institution since 1923. Expect a line, worth it.
  • The Ogden - Near the United Center - Sports bar, opens early for March Madness, excellent wings. Good pregame or Saturday game-watching.
  • Coalfire Pizza - West Loop - Neapolitan-style thin crust from a coal-fired oven. One of the best pizza spots in the city that nobody talks about. Great for a quick Saturday lunch.
Expensive - Special Meal ($40-$80+ per person) Tried to keep it near the arena/West Loop. This list could be miles long.
  • Monteverde - West Loop (on the walk to the arena) - Italian, pasta. James Beard Award winner. Order the cacio whey pepe and any seasonal agnolotti. Get there for happy hour around 5 PM Friday for spritzes before the game.
  • Girl & the Goat - West Loop - Creative American. Book ahead. Goat empanadas, wood-oven roasted pig face. Lives up to the hype. Best Saturday dinner pick (if you can get in).
  • Rose Mary - West Loop - Italian-Croatian. From Top Chef winner Joe Flamm. The black risotto is incredible. Great Saturday night.
  • Au Cheval - West Loop - Burgers. Many consider this the best burger in America (I don't but I have to recommend it). Half-pound patty with bone marrow and fried egg. Expect a wait. Put your name in and go have a drink. Small Cheval is basically the same burger without the pomp and circumstance
  • Cabra - West Loop (rooftop of The Hoxton) - Peruvian. Skyline views. Great for a celebratory dinner if the Cyclones advance.
  • Avec - West Loop - Mediterranean small plates. The chorizo-stuffed dates are legendary. Communal seating, great for couples.
  • Elske - West Loop - Scandinavian-influenced tasting menu and a la carte. Beautiful space, creative cooking. Special occasion pick.
 
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Saturday Itinerary Ideas

Option A: Classic Chicago Day
  • Morning. Architecture Boat Tour. This is the single best activity in Chicago. The Chicago Architecture Center's river cruise on the First Lady runs 90 minutes and covers all three branches of the river. The 2026 season started so it will be operating. Tickets start at $57. Book ahead since March has fewer departures. The lower cabin keeps you warm.
  • Early afternoon. Art Institute of Chicago ($32 adults, plan 2-4 hours) The Bean in Millennium Park is free, right next door, takes 10 minutes for photos.
  • Late afternoon. Walk up Michigan Avenue, grab a drink at a River North rooftop.
  • Evening. Dinner on Randolph Street in the West Loop. Watch the other games at any bar in the neighborhood.
Option B: Food and Neighborhood Crawl
  • Morning. Dim sum at MingHin in Chinatown. Walk around Chinatown Square, grab pastries at Chiu Quon Bakery.
  • Early afternoon. Uber or Pink Line to Pilsen. Walk the murals along 18th Street. Visit the National Museum of Mexican Art (free admission). Grab tacos at Taqueria El Milagro or carnitas at Carnitas Uruapan.
  • Mid-afternoon. Head to the West Loop. Hit Haymarket Pub & Brewery or Goose Island's Fulton Street taproom.
  • Evening. Dinner at Girl & the Goat or Rose Mary. Drinks at one of the Fulton Market bars.
Option C: Relaxed Sports Fan Day
  • Late morning. Sleep in after Friday's late game. Brunch at Little Goat or Lou Mitchell's.
  • Afternoon. Find a great sports bar and park yourself there. Bracket Bar at 115 W. Hubbard in River North is a dedicated March Madness pop-up with wall-to-wall TVs and bracket challenges. The Ogden, just blocks from the United Center, opens early for March Madness and serves excellent wings.
  • Evening. The other games tip off Saturday evening. Watch them, grab dinner at a casual spot, and get to bed at a reasonable hour before Sunday's game.
Other Saturday ideas worth knowing about
  • Revolution Brewing in Logan Square (the state's largest independent brewery, great taproom)
  • Half Acre Beer Co. in Lincoln Square (massive taproom with food and weekend brunch)
  • District Brew Yards in West Town (40 self-serve taps from multiple breweries in one building)
  • The Second City in Old Town (improv comedy, multiple shows Saturday night, book ahead)
  • Garfield Park Conservatory (free, beautiful, running a Spring Flower Show)
  • Museum Campus on the lakefront (Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, any one fills 2-3 hours)
 
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Food Recommendations. Tried to do a mix of Chicago Classics/Tourist stuff near downtown and underrated things and split it out by price points. Chicago is one of the best food cities in the world. This list could be 500+ things and if you're looking for a particular area or type of food, let me know and can give more recs.

Cheap Eats (under $15 per person)
  • Al's Italian Beef - Taylor Street - Italian beef. The original. Order it hot and dipped with giardiniera. Good pregame Friday.
  • Carnitas Uruapan - Pilsen - Mexican. Pork fried in its own fat for 30+ years. Rib carnitas tacos on handmade tortillas. Cash only. Best Saturday afternoon stop.
  • Jim's Original - University Village (Maxwell Street area) - Hot dogs and pork chops. Chicago's longest-operating hot dog stand, open since 1939. Open late, good post-game.
  • Portillo's - Multiple locations - Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef, chocolate cake shake. The accessible Chicago classic.
  • Chiu Quon Bakery - Chinatown - Chinese bakery. BBQ pork buns, egg tarts, sesame balls for practically nothing. Great grab-and-go Saturday stop.
  • QXY Dumplings - Chinatown - Chinese. Dozens of dumpling varieties made to order. Cheap, fast, excellent.
  • Xi'an Cuisine - Chinatown - Hand-pulled noodles and lamb burgers. Casual, cheap, the biang biang noodles are the move.
  • Chomp Pizza - Pilsen (inside the 18th St. Pink Line station) - New York-style slices. Quick and solid.
  • Greek Corner Restaurant - Ukrainian Village - Greek. Gyros, Greek chicken, fast and cheap. Good if you're staying near the arena.
  • Taqueria El Milagro - Pilsen - Mexican. Attached to a tortilla factory. Very cheap, very good tacos and tortas on fresh tortillas.
  • Ricobene's - Bridgeport - The breaded steak sandwich is a Chicago legend. Massive, cheap, messy. Worth the trip if you have a car or don't mind a short Uber.
  • Birrieria Zaragoza - Archer Heights - Birria tacos and consomme from a James Beard-recognized family spot. A bit of a trek but worth it for serious food fans.
Normal/Moderate ($15-$40 per person)
  • Greek Islands - Greektown (10-min walk to arena) - Greek. Order the saganaki (flaming cheese with the "Opa!" moment). Great pregame Friday, walkable to the United Center.
  • MingHin Cuisine - Chinatown - Dim sum. Considered the city's best dim sum. Get there by 10:30 AM Saturday or expect a serious wait. Great group brunch.
  • Little Goat Diner - West Loop - Creative American diner. Bull's-eye French toast with fried chicken for brunch. Fun for groups.
  • The Publican - Fulton Market - Farm-to-table, communal tables, outstanding brunch. Maple-braised bacon with crepes is legendary. Saturday brunch pick.
  • Dove's Luncheonette - Wicker Park - Tex-Mex diner. Killer brunch with migas, fried chicken torta, and a strong mezcal program. Small space, expect a wait.
  • Mott Street - Wicker Park - Asian-American. The wings, the congee, the lamb ribs. One of the coolest restaurants in the city. Excellent Saturday dinner for groups.
  • Kaiser Tiger - West Loop (near United Center) - Beer garden, sausages, 20+ taps. Free shuttle to the United Center on game nights. Good pregame
  • Park Tavern - West Loop - Sports bar, deep dish, 30+ beers. Free parking and a free shuttle to the arena. Good pregame
  • Third Rail Tavern - West Loop - 300+ whiskeys, solid bar food. Free shuttle to the United Center. Good pregame
  • Arturo's Tacos - Multiple locations - Mexican. The al pastor is the best in the city according to a lot of locals. Late night hours.
  • Haymarket Pub & Brewery - West Loop - Brewpub with house beers and solid pub food. Close to the arena. Good Saturday lunch or pregame.
  • Big Star - Wicker Park - Tacos, whiskey, honky-tonk vibes. The al pastor taco and a whiskey shot is the move. Gets loud and fun at night.
  • Nando Milano Trattoria - West Loop - Italian. Homemade pasta, moderate prices for the quality. Good Saturday dinner.
  • Lagunitas Taproom - Pilsen - Brewery taproom with free tours on weekends, food trucks on-site. Saturday afternoon hangout.
  • Lou Mitchell's - The Loop - Classic old-school Chicago diner. Breakfast and brunch institution since 1923. Expect a line, worth it.
  • The Ogden - Near the United Center - Sports bar, opens early for March Madness, excellent wings. Good pregame or Saturday game-watching.
  • Coalfire Pizza - West Loop - Neapolitan-style thin crust from a coal-fired oven. One of the best pizza spots in the city that nobody talks about. Great for a quick Saturday lunch.
Expensive - Special Meal ($40-$80+ per person) Tried to keep it near the arena/West Loop. This list could be miles long.
  • Monteverde - West Loop (on the walk to the arena) - Italian, pasta. James Beard Award winner. Order the cacio whey pepe and any seasonal agnolotti. Get there for happy hour around 5 PM Friday for spritzes before the game.
  • Girl & the Goat - West Loop - Creative American. Book ahead. Goat empanadas, wood-oven roasted pig face. Lives up to the hype. Best Saturday dinner pick (if you can get in).
  • Rose Mary - West Loop - Italian-Croatian. From Top Chef winner Joe Flamm. The black risotto is incredible. Great Saturday night.
  • Au Cheval - West Loop - Burgers. Many consider this the best burger in America (I don't but I have to recommend it). Half-pound patty with bone marrow and fried egg. Expect a wait. Put your name in and go have a drink. Small Cheval is basically the same burger without the pomp and circumstance
  • Cabra - West Loop (rooftop of The Hoxton) - Peruvian. Skyline views. Great for a celebratory dinner if the Cyclones advance.
  • Avec - West Loop - Mediterranean small plates. The chorizo-stuffed dates are legendary. Communal seating, great for couples.
  • Elske - West Loop - Scandinavian-influenced tasting menu and a la carte. Beautiful space, creative cooking. Special occasion pick.
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This is fantastic!

Could you maybe do a section where a lot of us are in hotels in River North/Near North?
 
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Give me a few hours and I got you on specific River North recs. It's the main tourist drag so it's a lot of chains and pricey places but I'll come up with stuff.
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we're willing to travel, so honestly, no biggie. I love the food scene in Chicago and would prefer to go to places that aren't filled with us tourists.

How do you compare Al's to Mr. Beefs? We wanted to stop by simply because of The Bear lol.
 
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I've not seen a time for the game on Sunday so is it correct to assume that there's not been an official announcement yet?
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Historically the Sunday game times are 1:20 pm and 4:05 pm.

With the programs that are in the East Region, I would guess the game in Chicago tips at 1:20 pm.
 
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There is no reason any Iowa State person would be down by 47th street. Let alone at 1:30am.

I live in the South Loop and use the "big scary" trains nearly every day and the "dangerous" red line is my most used line. Haven't been stabbed or even close to it.

Just like any city, keep your wits about you and it'll be fine. There's millions of people here, **** happens. And linking random stuff like this is why Chicago gets a bad rep.
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Buuutttttt Fox "News" said it's literally a He*l hole!!!!!!!
 
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This is fantastic!

Could you maybe do a section where a lot of us are in hotels in River North/Near North?
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We are going to watch the first half of the Eastern Iowa game at the Residence Inn River North while eating carry out Gino’s East Pizza.

Then we’re going to head up to Murphy’s bleachers at Wrigley Field. They told me the Cubs crowd would clear out between 7 and 8 PM.
 
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We are going to watch the first half of the Eastern Iowa game at the Residence Inn River North while eating carry out Gino’s East Pizza.

Then we’re going to head up to Murphy’s bleachers at Wrigley Field. They told me the Cubs crowd would clear out between 7 and 8 PM.
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I watched the ISU vs Baylor game where they put us in the sun at Murphy’s Bleachers. Great ISU crowd.
 
Plenty of free parking at Murphy’s. But it’s packed and loud inside with locals not watching the basketball games.
 
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Saturday Itinerary Ideas

Option A: Classic Chicago Day
  • Morning. Architecture Boat Tour. This is the single best activity in Chicago. The Chicago Architecture Center's river cruise on the First Lady runs 90 minutes and covers all three branches of the river. The 2026 season started so it will be operating. Tickets start at $57. Book ahead since March has fewer departures. The lower cabin keeps you warm.
  • Early afternoon. Art Institute of Chicago ($32 adults, plan 2-4 hours) The Bean in Millennium Park is free, right next door, takes 10 minutes for photos.
  • Late afternoon. Walk up Michigan Avenue, grab a drink at a River North rooftop.
  • Evening. Dinner on Randolph Street in the West Loop. Watch the other games at any bar in the neighborhood.
Option B: Food and Neighborhood Crawl
  • Morning. Dim sum at MingHin in Chinatown. Walk around Chinatown Square, grab pastries at Chiu Quon Bakery.
  • Early afternoon. Uber or Pink Line to Pilsen. Walk the murals along 18th Street. Visit the National Museum of Mexican Art (free admission). Grab tacos at Taqueria El Milagro or carnitas at Carnitas Uruapan.
  • Mid-afternoon. Head to the West Loop. Hit Haymarket Pub & Brewery or Goose Island's Fulton Street taproom.
  • Evening. Dinner at Girl & the Goat or Rose Mary. Drinks at one of the Fulton Market bars.
Option C: Relaxed Sports Fan Day
  • Late morning. Sleep in after Friday's late game. Brunch at Little Goat or Lou Mitchell's.
  • Afternoon. Find a great sports bar and park yourself there. Bracket Bar at 115 W. Hubbard in River North is a dedicated March Madness pop-up with wall-to-wall TVs and bracket challenges. The Ogden, just blocks from the United Center, opens early for March Madness and serves excellent wings.
  • Evening. The other games tip off Saturday evening. Watch them, grab dinner at a casual spot, and get to bed at a reasonable hour before Sunday's game.
Other Saturday ideas worth knowing about
  • Revolution Brewing in Logan Square (the state's largest independent brewery, great taproom)
  • Half Acre Beer Co. in Lincoln Square (massive taproom with food and weekend brunch)
  • District Brew Yards in West Town (40 self-serve taps from multiple breweries in one building)
  • The Second City in Old Town (improv comedy, multiple shows Saturday night, book ahead)
  • Garfield Park Conservatory (free, beautiful, running a Spring Flower Show)
  • Museum Campus on the lakefront (Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, any one fills 2-3 hours)
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Cubs also have a 1:20 game on Saturday...
 
River North/Near North Recs (sorry a bit late @RedlineSi work kept me busy and then watched the first two Sweet 16 games)

Cheap Eats (Under $15 per person)
  • Portillo's
  • Al's Beef
  • Quartino Ristorante - Italian. Wood-fired pizzas, meatball sliders, massive pasta portions. The dining room is huge and loud and fun for groups.
  • Ramen-San - Japanese. Solid bowls of ramen
  • Billy Goat Tavern - Burgers and beer. Famous from the old SNL sketch. The burgers are fine, not amazing, but it's cheap, it's historic, and it's fun for a quick bite.
  • Cafecito - Pressed Cuban sandwiches and strong espresso drinks. Multiple locations around downtown.
  • Momo Factory - Nepalese. A real hidden gem. Counter-service, no-frills space with incredible momos (Nepalese dumplings) in every style: steamed, fried, jhol (in a spicy sesame broth), butter curry masala. Huge portions.
  • Seoul Taco - Korean-Mexican fusion. Burritos, tacos, and bowls with Korean BBQ fillings. Quick, filling, flavorful.
Normal / Moderate ($15-40 per person)
  • Ema - Mediterranean. One of the best mid-range restaurants in River North. Shareable dips (the whipped feta is legendary), flatbreads, and grain bowls in a bright, stylish space. Reservations recommended but walk-ins sometimes work.
  • Gilt Bar - American. The tenderloin steak tartare, truffle bucatini, and chocolate cream pie have been on the menu for years. Downstairs bar (The Library) is excellent for a nightcap.
  • Crying Tiger - Southeast Asian. Pad thai, curries, and stir fry in a fun tropical-themed space. Great for groups. Solid food and strong cocktails. Hard to get in
  • Bar Goa - Indian, Goan-inspired. Butter chicken croquettes, prawn fried rice, and excellent cocktails. The vibe is fun and casual with a focus on pairing food with drinks.
  • Il Porcellino - Italian-American. Housemade pastas in a warm, comfortable space. The bolognese and the burrata are excellent.
  • Frontera Grill - Mexican. Rick Bayless's original restaurant. Regional Mexican cooking that's the real deal, not Tex-Mex. One of the most important restaurants in Chicago's history.
  • The Dearborn - American. Upscale comfort food in a polished but not stuffy space. The fried chicken and the burger are both strong. Good cocktail program.
  • Cafe Iberico - Spanish tapas. Order a bunch of small plates and pitchers of sangria. Patatas bravas, croquetas, chorizo.
  • Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! - Spanish tapas. Same concept as Iberico but a different vibe. Shareable plates, sangria, paella.
Expensive ($40-80+)
  • Bavette's Bar & Boeuf - Steakhouse. Dark, glamorous, old-school speakeasy vibes with one of the best steaks in the city. The bone-in prime rib is exceptional.
  • RPM Italian - Italian. Flashy, see-and-be-seen Italian. The food is genuinely excellent despite the scene. The bucatini cacio e pepe and the veal parmesan are outstanding. Loud, energetic, a very "big night out" feel.
  • Roka Akor - Japanese, sushi, robata grill. High-end sushi and Japanese grill in a sleek space. The wagyu, the sashimi, and the miso-marinated black cod are all excellent. Good sake and cocktail program.
  • Gibsons Italia - Steakhouse, Italian, river views. Massive, opulent, over-the-top. Prime steaks, raw bar, Italian dishes, and some of the best river and skyline views from any restaurant in the city.
  • Gingie - New American. From the people behind Girl & the Goat, Momotaro. Fresh, creative, one of the most talked-about new openings in 2026.
  • La Grande Boucherie - French brasserie. Grand Parisian-style dining room, raw bar, steak frites, escargot. The space is stunning.
  • Tzuco - Mexican fine dining. The first Mexican chef to earn a Michelin star (Carlos Gaytan) runs it. French technique applied to regional Mexican cuisine from his hometown.
Quick Bar suggestions in River North specifically

Sports Bars
  • Parlay at Joy District - Bit more upscale
  • Hopsmith - Lots of beer selection
  • Jake Melnick's - Good wings
  • Mother Hubbard's - Can be quite busy and skews young
Cocktail Bars
  • Three Dots and a Dash - Tiki Bar (one of the best in the country, seriously)
  • Gus' Sip & Dip - Retro themed and good snacks
  • Untitled Supper Club - Largest collection of American Whiskey in the world supposedly. Live music and Burlesque
Dive Bars / Casual
  • Rossi's - Probably the last real real dive bars left in River North
  • Streeter's Tavern - Pool Table and lots of TVs
  • Snicker's - Divey and cheap
  • Green Door Tavern (plus Drifter Speakeasy inside it)
  • Mom's Place - Karaoke
  • Clark Street Ale House - One of the few 4am bars that still stay open that late
 
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RedlineSi said:
we're willing to travel, so honestly, no biggie. I love the food scene in Chicago and would prefer to go to places that aren't filled with us tourists.

How do you compare Al's to Mr. Beefs? We wanted to stop by simply because of The Bear lol.
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I like Mr Beef a lot. I chose Al's because it's the original. Honestly hard to find a bad Italian Beef in the city. But since The Bear, Mr Beef is overrun with tourists and I haven't been in a long time because of it lol
 
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