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Live like @scottkleinberg

1. Starbucks

7.6
444 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Streeterville · 51 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: If you get there between 8 and 9 on a weekday, it's really busy. If the barista is working the line with a headset, the line tends to move a little faster.

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2. Intelligentsia Coffee

9.1
53 E Randolph St (btwn Wabash Ave & Garland Ct), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · The Loop · 316 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Ask the barista about the clover offering of the day. It costs a bit more but I've never had anything less than a stellar cup of coffee.

3. Pioneer Court Plaza

7.6
401 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Plaza · Streeterville · 8 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: On a really nice day, sit on the marble and relax.

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4. Osaka Sushi Express & Fresh Fruit Smoothies

8.3
400 S Michigan Ave (at W Van Buren St), Chicago, IL
Sushi Restaurant · The Loop · 40 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Any smoothie with lychee is the way to go.

5. Wow Bao

7.6
1 W Wacker Dr (btwn State & Lake), Chicago, IL
Dumpling Restaurant · The Loop · 144 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: A must on every visit to any location is the green tea ginger ale. And if you can't decide on what kind of bao to order, go with the spicy Mongolian beef. You won't be sorry.

6. Block 37

7.3
108 N State St (btwn W Washington St & W Randolph St), Chicago, IL
Shopping Mall · The Loop · 51 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Nice place to walk through to get out of the heat. The food places on the lower level are perfect for walking between the Red and Blue lines. Beard Papa's cream puffs are beyond words. So good.

7. Frontera Grill

8.8
445 N Clark St (btwn Illinois St & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 257 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: The mojitos are amazing. And don't miss the queso fundido appetizer - chorizo, jack, fresh tortillas. Wow.

8. Einstein Bros Bagels

5.4
400 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL
Bagel Shop · Near North Side · 34 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: First, have an asiago cheese bagel. Second, if you are eating there, get a small coffee because it's free refills!

9. Emerald Loop Bar & Grill

7.8
216 N Wabash Ave (at Wacker Dr.), Chicago, IL
Irish Pub · The Loop · 109 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Best drink on the menu is the John Daly. Sweet tea vodka and lemonade. Don't forget to squeeze in the fresh lemon. Perfect!

10. Apple North Michigan Avenue

679 North Michigan Avenue (at E Huron St), Chicago, IL
Electronics Store · Streeterville · 92 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Keep your credit card tucked away - not just because of pickpockets but because you'll be tempted to buy one of everything. And, do take in a little mini class in the theater upstairs.

11. Panera Bread

250 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL
Sandwich Spot · The Loop · 12 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Cinnamon Crunch Bagel FTW! Sweet, savory, carb overload.

12. Philly's Best

7.8
769 W Jackson Blvd (at S Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Sandwich Spot · Greektown · 36 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Cheesesteak with extra American and add hot peppers. If you are feeling adventurous, get it on garlic bread.

13. Lou Mitchell's

8.8
565 W Jackson Blvd (btwn S Jefferson St & S Clinton St), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · West Loop · 160 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Banana pancakes, bacon, coffee. Trust me.

14. Carnivale

8.5
702 W Fulton Market (at Union Ave), Chicago, IL
Latin American Restaurant · Fulton River District · 144 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: BONUS: 2 tips for the price of one. First, the coconut mojito is very creamy and tasty. Second, don't be fooled - a small order of guacamole is plenty if you plan to eat anything else.