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LoveLaneysRedLightShow See my TER Reviews 879 reads
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1 / 16

Just wondering what people would suggest as must see and must do Chicago experiences?  

Thus far I have only a couple must do items on my list. I'm *in love* with The Redhead Piano Bar so must get back to it one evening; Who would have thunk -  A redhead loving a bar with the name redhead in it? I know where Nordstrom shoe department is and I've discovered all of the lovely little leather accessory shops along Michigan Avenue. After shopping is done and after I've tied one on at the piano bar I've got nothing! lol  What else should I plan to do? I consider myself a wanna-be foodie so would love to sit down at one of Chicago's Top Chef style restaurants in the Downtown area. Casual daytime eatery suggestions are welcome too. I *love* to walk so if you know of any historical routes I should be sure to catch you can shout those out to me too! Almost forgot - awesome annual summer events that I should be sure to get to or to be sure to plan around. ; )  

Happy Sunday Chicagoans!!
xo Love Laney

sex700 30 Reviews 570 reads
posted
2 / 16

When in  Chicago you will have an unbelievably good time and meal at the purple pig on Michigan av Another absolutely do not miss is the girl in the goat on Randolph but you need to get reservations now for your visit in July.
Some great old standard that are the best in the nation shaws crab house eat in  the oyster bar not the restaurant on Hubbard. One of the all-time classiest restaurants in the city is Joe's Stone crab on rush.
Chicago is truly a great and fun city for restaurants when you get ready to go out you want to go to the rooftop at the wit.
Enjoy Chicago.

Tripnip 2 Reviews 581 reads
posted
3 / 16

If you like the Red Head Piano Bar also try Pops for Champaign. For a 'jeans & t-shirt' good Chicago joint for crab legs try the Half Shell on Diversey. If you like prime rib, try Lawreys on Ontairo St.  

As said above, Shaws on Hubbard is awesome! And in the oyster bar they have live music on weekends. Plus right next door is a good jazz bar called Danny's.  

 
Posted By: LoveLaneysRedLightShow
Just wondering what people would suggest as must see and must do Chicago experiences?  
   
 Thus far I have only a couple must do items on my list. I'm *in love* with The Redhead Piano Bar so must get back to it one evening; Who would have thunk -  A redhead loving a bar with the name redhead in it? I know where Nordstrom shoe department is and I've discovered all of the lovely little leather accessory shops along Michigan Avenue. After shopping is done and after I've tied one on at the piano bar I've got nothing! lol  What else should I plan to do? I consider myself a wanna-be foodie so would love to sit down at one of Chicago's Top Chef style restaurants in the Downtown area. Casual daytime eatery suggestions are welcome too. I *love* to walk so if you know of any historical routes I should be sure to catch you can shout those out to me too! Almost forgot - awesome annual summer events that I should be sure to get to or to be sure to plan around. ; )  
   
 Happy Sunday Chicagoans!!  
 xo Love Laney

USGrantlover 225 Reviews 458 reads
posted
4 / 16

Posted By: LoveLaneysRedLightShow
Just wondering what people would suggest as must see and must do Chicago experiences?  
  Great steaks right next to your piano bar. Architectural river/lake cruise. Nike Town. L/L Tavern worlds greatest dive bar. Have fun, great city!
 Thus far I have only a couple must do items on my list. I'm *in love* with The Redhead Piano Bar so must get back to it one evening; Who would have thunk -  A redhead loving a bar with the name redhead in it? I know where Nordstrom shoe department is and I've discovered all of the lovely little leather accessory shops along Michigan Avenue. After shopping is done and after I've tied one on at the piano bar I've got nothing! lol  What else should I plan to do? I consider myself a wanna-be foodie so would love to sit down at one of Chicago's Top Chef style restaurants in the Downtown area. Casual daytime eatery suggestions are welcome too. I *love* to walk so if you know of any historical routes I should be sure to catch you can shout those out to me too! Almost forgot - awesome annual summer events that I should be sure to get to or to be sure to plan around. ; )  
   
 Happy Sunday Chicagoans!!  
 xo Love Laney

soul50man 14 Reviews 405 reads
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6 / 16
Hardwood469 18 Reviews 396 reads
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9 / 16
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10 / 16
ed2000 31 Reviews 542 reads
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11 / 16

There are several good places, depending upon where you are staying. Al's or Mr. Beef on Orleans are good choices if downtown.

MorganManners See my TER Reviews 493 reads
posted
12 / 16

If you like history & straying from the beaten path, the Weird Chicago tour company offers bus & foot routes for haunted locations, true crime landmarks, & my personal favorite - the Red Light Tour ;)

The Air & Water Show (Aug. 17 & 18) is pretty spectacular, as is the Pride Parade (June 30). Northalsted Market Days (Aug. 10 & 11) are like a less-crowded, less expensive Taste of Chicago IMO. Navy Pier has a variety of diversions that changes daily/weekly/monthly, plus bicycle rental if you care to meander along the lake shore. And of course Chinatown is always worth visiting.

beyes587 84 Reviews 396 reads
posted
13 / 16

Love this place.  They have a tasting lunch that is out of this world and its very reasonably priced.  Regardless, lunch or dinner, this is an amazing place.

vanco 10 Reviews 390 reads
posted
14 / 16

Any of Rick Bayless's restaurants are must eats if you  
Ike southwestern. XOCO, Topolobampo, or Frontera Grill.

Myth-debunker 417 reads
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15 / 16

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