David's Saved Places
The Purple Pig is one of David's Saved Places.

1. The Purple Pig

500 N Michigan Ave (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Mediterranean Restaurant · Streeterville · 633 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Visit this new haven for "cheese, swine & wine," delivering said goods in a wine bar-meets-butcher shop space with marble countertops and wine barrels jutting out from the wall. Read more.

The Squealing Pig is one of David's Saved Places.

2. The Squealing Pig

7.6
134 Smith St (at Huntington Ave.), Boston, MA
Gastropub · Mission Hill · 65 tips and reviews

PUMAPUMA: The clue's in the name! Eat. Drink. Be Merry. It's a hidden gem! We recommend the Melted Mars Bar Sandwiches :-)

Mindy's Hot Chocolate is one of David's Saved Places.

3. Mindy's Hot Chocolate

1747 N Damen Ave (at W Willow St), Chicago, IL
Dessert Shop · Bucktown · 199 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Neighborhood joint with incredible desserts. Don't pass up the savory dishes though! -Rick Bayless, Top Chef

Spiaggia is one of David's Saved Places.

4. Spiaggia

980 N Michigan Ave (at Oak St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Streeterville · 70 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: We wonder if a papal robe would suffice for this place’s jacket requirement.

Paradise Rock Club is one of David's Saved Places.

5. Paradise Rock Club

7.9
967 Commonwealth Ave (Pleasant St), Boston, MA
Rock Club · Allston · 83 tips and reviews

PUMAPUMA: What can we say? Except you'll be sure of a cool night at Boston's legendary rock club!

Buddy Guy's Legends is one of David's Saved Places.

6. Buddy Guy's Legends

8.6
700 S Wabash Ave (at Balbo Dr.), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · South Loop · 140 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: Mr. Guy’s personal reputation as the crowned king of Chicago’s electric blues scene and his 50+ years in the music business have made Buddy truly a legend himself.

Ferris Wheel at Navy Pier is one of David's Saved Places.

7. Ferris Wheel at Navy Pier

600 E Grand Ave (at Streeter Dr), Chicago, IL
Attraction · Streeterville · 51 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: Construction began in 1914 under the leadership of Charles Sumner Frost and took two years, at a total cost of $4.5 million. When it opened to the public in 1916, it was the largest pier in the world.

Atomic Billiards is one of David's Saved Places.

8. Atomic Billiards

7.2
3427 Connecticut Ave NW (btwn Ordway & Porter St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bar · Cleveland Park · 22 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: In addition to a full bar, they have 8 beers on tap and a selection of 56 bottled beers!

Costco is one of David's Saved Places.

9. Costco

8.2
2746 N Clybourn Ave (at N Damen Ave), Chicago, IL
Warehouse or Wholesale Store · North Side · 102 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: Lighting costs are reduced on sunny days, as most Costco locations have several skylights. During a sunny day, it is common for the center of the warehouse to have no interior lights powered on.

Motel Bar is one of David's Saved Places.

10. Motel Bar

5.8
600 W Chicago Ave (at N Larrabee St), Chicago, IL
Lounge · 38 tips and reviews

Fast CompanyFast Company: This kitschy cocktail joint--modeled after a '60s roadside motel--is located in the same building as Groupon’s Chicago headquarters, which makes it a popular after-hours employee hangout.

Cleveland Park Bar and Grill is one of David's Saved Places.

11. Cleveland Park Bar and Grill

5.5
3421 Connecticut Ave NW (btwn Ordway & Newark St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Sports Bar · Cleveland Park · 51 tips and reviews

Washington RedskinsWashington Redskins: Redskins fans come early. Rooftop terrace (one of best in city!), 27 HD’s, weekly food and drink specials.

ViceVersa is one of David's Saved Places.

12. ViceVersa

7.8
325 W 51st St (8th & 9th Aves.), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 36 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: For a limited time mention The Borgias on SHOWTIME® to receive a glass of wine or a drink free with your meal.

City Pool Hall is one of David's Saved Places.

13. City Pool Hall

6.7
640 W Hubbard St (at Des Plaines), Chicago, IL
Pool Hall · Fulton River District · 14 tips and reviews

PUMAPUMA: Do you have a score to settle?! Then do it at this awesome pool hall! Remember life's more fun when you're keeping score!

Carmine's Italian Restaurant is one of David's Saved Places.

14. Carmine's Italian Restaurant

8.3
2450 Broadway (btwn W 90th & W 91st), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Upper West Side · 135 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: Had Juan Borgia lived on the West Side, he’d surely be a fixture here. Their large portions satisfy the hunger of even the most fledgling of army captains.

The Hunt Club is one of David's Saved Places.

15. The Hunt Club

1100 N State St, Chicago, IL
Sports Bar · Near North Side · 14 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: Be sure to take advantage of their $5 blue burger specials & $5 martinis on Wednesdays.

Frontera Grill is one of David's Saved Places.

16. Frontera Grill

8.4
445 N Clark St (btwn Illinois St & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 256 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: Atop his pioneering casual Mexican place, chef Rick Bayless uses portable, self-watering containers to grow several varieties of tomatoes and chiles used in the "rooftop salsa.”

Shedd Aquarium is one of David's Saved Places.

17. Shedd Aquarium

8.8
1200 S Lake Shore Dr (at Solidarity Dr), Chicago, IL
Aquarium · Museum Campus · 448 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: It's the world's largest indoor aquarium with over 8,000 aquatic animals representing over 700 species. The Marine Mammal Presentation features staff interacting with whales & dolphins as they dive.

Myopic Books is one of David's Saved Places.

18. Myopic Books

8.7
1564 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Bookstore · Wicker Park · 60 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: One of Chicago's oldest and largest used bookstores, Myopic Books has three floors full of books, an amount totaling over 80,000 editions.

19. Accanto

2171 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Logan Square · 4 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: The décor is a setting fit for a king… or a pope. Rodrigo Borgia would certainly approve.

Crocodile Lounge is one of David's Saved Places.

20. Crocodile Lounge

325 E 14th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Bar · Gramercy Park · 208 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: These sister bars are the best places to go after you’ve had a night out. Not only can you continue the party with cheap beer & drinks but they give you free pizza to boot. - Whitney

Debonair Social Club is one of David's Saved Places.

21. Debonair Social Club

7.1
1575 N Milwaukee Ave (at W North Ave), Chicago, IL
Night Club · Wicker Park · 29 tips and reviews

IFCIFC: Chicago: Old timey gentleman's club meets young, clubby arts scene in Wicker Park's historic flat iron building. We hear Monday nights here are the best. -IFC Viewer

Avec is one of David's Saved Places.

22. Avec

9.2
615 W Randolph St (at N Jefferson St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Loop · 214 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Small plates, done right. Try the bacon wrapped figs!-Rick Bayless, Top Chef