Lindsey's Saved Places

1. Nella Pizzeria Napoletana

2423 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Park West · 8 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The décor is a little cheesy, but with chef Alfredo Colle manning the domed oven, this is possibly the best Neapolitan 'za in town. [Eater 38 Member]

Gilt Bar is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

2. Gilt Bar

9.2
230 W Kinzie St (at N. Franklin St.), Chicago, IL
Lounge · River North · 186 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Sophistication, affordable gastropub fare and classic cocktails reign at owner Brendan Sodikoff's gilded age-inspired River North hotspot. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

TAC Quick is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

3. TAC Quick

7.2
1011 W Irving Park Rd (at W Dakin St), Chicago, IL
Thai Restaurant · Lakeview · 57 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Those in the know order from the spicier, more authentic Thai menu, but either way this is hands-down one of our fave Thai spots in Chicago. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

Le Colonial is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

4. Le Colonial

8.9
57 E Oak St, Chicago, IL
Vietnamese Restaurant · Streeterville · 86 tips and reviews

Crain's Chicago BusinessCrain's Chicago Business: Sweet and spicy seared monkfish is an excellent starter to share, served with sesame crackers. Read more.

Muskie's is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

5. Muskie's

2878 N Lincoln Ave (at W George St), Chicago, IL
Hot Dog Joint · Lakeview · 16 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Order does matter when topping a Chicago-style dog: yellow mustard, green relish, onions, tomato wedges, pickles, sport peppers and celery salt. Only then do you taste each ingredient in every bite! Read more.

Gene Siskel Film Center is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

6. Gene Siskel Film Center

9.0
164 N State St (btwn Lake & Randolph), Chicago, IL
Indie Movie Theater · The Loop · 32 tips and reviews

IFCIFC: Chicago: 2 Thumbs Up! Enjoy the best of independent, international and classic cinema at the Gene Siskell Film Center with a side of great film exhibits and treats at the gallery and café. -IFC Viewer Read more.

Jam is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

8. Jam

937 N Damen Ave (at Augusta Blvd.), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · East Ukrainian Village · 17 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Chef Jeffrey Mauro seriously raised the bar on brunch and we couldn’t be happier. The room is as light and airy as his custard French toast. And the savory items could make you cry. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

The Publican is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

9. The Publican

9.0
837 W Fulton Market (at N Green St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton Market · 358 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The Publican’s winey boudin blanc; garlicky kielbasa; apple-studded, fennel-kissed pork breakfast sausage; and chunky, sweet spiced headcheese will fulfill your wildest dry-&-wet-cured porcine dreams. Read more.

10. Polaris High School

10701 Kilpatrick Ave, Oak Lawn, IL
Education · 1 tip

TheUrbanDailyTheUrbanDaily: Kanye West graduated from Polaris and not long after graduation, he links up with mentor No I.D., producing tracks for local artists before making his way to the New York rap music scene. Read more.

Salad Creations is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

11. Salad Creations

635 E Boughton Rd #135 (at N Janes Ave), Bolingbrook, IL
Salad Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews

AprylApryl: Greatest salad place ever. Love their salmon cobb!

Delilah's is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

12. Delilah's

8.8
2771 N Lincoln Ave (at W Diversey Pkwy), Chicago, IL
Whisky Bar · North Side · 106 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Drink this: Delilah's carries approximately 400 whiskeys. Read more.

Shanghai Terrace is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

13. Shanghai Terrace

7.4
108 E Superior St (The Peninsula), Chicago, IL
Chinese Restaurant · Streeterville · 54 tips and reviews
Sedgwick's Bar & Grill is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

14. Sedgwick's Bar & Grill

1935 N Sedgwick St, Chicago, IL
Bar · Old Town Triangle · 19 tips and reviews

BBC AMERICABBC AMERICA: 6 Nations Rugby Championship will be shown here. Home to a slew of college fan clubs but also continues to be a destination for rugby and football (soccer) fans. Kitchen opens early.

Pierrot Gourmet is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

15. Pierrot Gourmet

108 E Superior St (The Peninsula), Chicago, IL
Café · Streeterville · 95 tips and reviews
The Second City is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

16. The Second City

9.2
1616 N Wells St (btwn Concord Ln & North Ave), Chicago, IL
Comedy Club · Old Town Triangle · 151 tips and reviews

IFCIFC: Chicago: A training ground for the likes of Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Steve Carell and others, this legendary comedy club now boasts -IFC Staff

DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

17. DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center

9.1
740 E 56th Pl (S Cottage Grove Ave), Chicago, IL
History Museum · Washington Park · 32 tips and reviews

The GrioThe Grio: The first museum dedicated to the culture and experiences of African-Americans, this museum is clearly modern with its own mobile app. Read more.

18. Touch interactive bar

1622 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
Lounge · Lakeview · 2 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Play a game of spin the bottle – the electronic version – or use this bar’s bright touchscreens to finger your way through a possible 67k drink combos & send IM's to the lovely ladies at other tables Read more.

19. Eighth Regiment Armory

4.7
3533 South Giles Avenue, Chicago, IL
History Museum · Bronzeville · 37 tips and reviews

The GrioThe Grio: The Armory was the first of its kind in the United States built for an African-American military regiment, known as the “fighting 8th.” There is now a military academy on the grounds. Read more.

The Magnificent Mile is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

20. The Magnificent Mile

N Michigan Ave (btwn E Oak St & Chicago River), Chicago, IL
Road · Streeterville · 91 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: North Michigan Avenue, also known as The Magnificent Mile, is an unparalleled mixed-use district located in the heart of Chicago.

Sidekicks is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

21. Sidekicks

7.0
4424 W Montrose Ave (Montrose & Kenneth), Chicago, IL
Karaoke Bar · Mayfair · 16 tips and reviews
Louis Vuitton is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

22. Louis Vuitton

6.5
700 N Michigan Ave (in Nordstrom), Chicago, IL
Boutique · Near North Side · 3 tips and reviews
Ed Debevic's is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

23. Ed Debevic's

640 N Wells St (at Erie St), Chicago, IL
Diner · River North · 80 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Eat at Ed Debevic's for the shenanigans alone! -Ryan Scott, Top Chef

Xoco is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

24. Xoco

8.4
449 N Clark St (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Near North Side · 360 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: Rick Bayless' counter spot specializes in tortas (think Mexican sandwiches), churros, and after 3:00 p.m., incomparable caldos—soups filled with short ribs, pork carnitas, or wood-roasted chicken. Read more.

25. California Clipper

1002 N California Ave (at Augusta Blvd.), Chicago, IL
Bar · Humboldt Park · 48 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: When to go: There’s free live (usually country) music Friday and Saturday nights at 10p.m., grab a comfy booth in the front room if you can handle the volume. Read more.

Lincoln Square Lanes is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

26. Lincoln Square Lanes

4874 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
Bowling Alley · Ravenswood · 20 tips and reviews

PUMAPUMA: Get ready to destroy your friends at this legendary bowling alley! Remember life's more fun when you're keeping score!

ZED451 is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

27. ZED451

739 N Clark St (at Superior St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 107 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: If ZED’s rooftop lounge were yours alone, you’d be the most popular kid in town, because this space is primed for entertaining: It has an outdoor bar, rustic lounges and a sleek fireplace. Read more.

The Southern is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

28. The Southern

1840 W North Ave (btwn Wolcott Ave. & Honore St.), Chicago, IL
Southern Food Restaurant · Bucktown · 108 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: It’s the rooftop deck (covered in a tent in chillier months) and alfresco patio that steal the show at this Wicker Park bar and restaurant. Read more.

Old Town Ale House is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

29. Old Town Ale House

8.2
219 W North Ave (N Wieland St), Chicago, IL
Dive Bar · Old Town · 51 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Look here: The portraits hanging in this bar are mostly of regulars (with a few politicians thrown in). Read more.

Pressure Billiards & Cafe is one of Lindsey's Saved Places.

30. Pressure Billiards & Cafe

6318 N Clark St (at W Highland Ave), Chicago, IL
Pool Hall · Edgewater · 14 tips and reviews

PUMAPUMA: Got a score to settle?! Then do it at this cool billiards hall! Remember life's more fun when you're keeping score!