Our Favorite Spots
The Bean
What, like we aren't going to recommend it?
Pequod's Pizza
This is where we had our first kiss. Our bond would soon grow as deep as the dish.
Homeslice Pizza + Patio
One of Ryan's favorite spots, as it's right by the DePaul campus where he got his Master's degree! For those who prefer a shallower dish.
The Wieners Circle
Part sandwich, part salad, part architectural miracle: the Chicago dog. Located in Ryan's old neighborhood, this stand serves up the best of them: grilled Vienna Beef frankfurter, serpentine yellow mustard, disquietingly neon-green sweet pickle relish, chopped white onion, tomato slices, pickle spear, giardiniera, a hint of celery salt and not a hint of ketchup. All of this miraculously held in a too-hot-to-hold steamed poppy seed bun. And, if you go on a Friday or Saturday night, it'll be served alongside insults from the staff. A quintessential Chicago experience.
Holiday Club
A theoretically Frank Sinatra-themed dive bar where happy hour features PBR in a chalice. Located in Emily's old neighborhood right by the Sheridan stop on the red line.
Demera Restaurant
Delicious Ethiopian food in Emily's old neighborhood! They even have Tusker Lager!
The Green Mill
It is said that at midnight, if you look through your martini glass at the booth in the back corner, you'll see an apparition of Al Capone. At the very least, you'll get live music in an iconic Chicago spot. Across the street from Demera!
Lincoln Park Zoo
Ryan lived nearby, and it's free, so we went to the zoo several times. It's great! We have reason to believe the first photo we ever took together was here. Say hi to Tawny Frogmouth for us!
The Second City
For some quality entertainment, get tickets to the Main Stage show at Second City. You'll see some of the best improv and sketch comedians in the country!