MaryAnn & Frank
Things To Do
Time Out Market Chicago
No reservations needed! Sample food from Chicago's top resturants in this food hall style setting with plenty of seating. Pro tip - there's a great bar on the top floor (if it isn't closed for a private event!)
Guinness Open Gate Brewery – West Loop
Visit the only Guiness brewery outside of Dublin! Enjoy plenty of seating, Guiness varieties on draft, and excellent bar style food. Just steps from the reception venue and the Emily Hotel.
Au Cheval
Chicago's BEST burger. Order it with bacon and an egg. No reservations, but stop by to put your name in then pop around west loop and grab a drink/explore for the 45 mins to 2 hour + wait. Visit or order from Small Cheval for a very similar burger to go without the wait!
Parlor Pizza Bar West Loop
Looking for a bite and a beer? This Chicago staple had indoor and outdoor seating, and has a fun upscale sports bar feel. Pizzas and salads are excellent. Reservations are a "nice to have" if a large group, but should find plenty of space at the bar or walk in availability.
Trivoli Tavern
Great happy hour spot 4-5pm Monday - Friday. Hellooo "teeny martinis" espresso or dirty for $8. Be sure you're there right at 4pm and book a reservation in advance as bar space fills up quickly. Still worth a try if you didn't snag a reso in advance!
Aba
You'll need a reservation for this spot so book at least a month in advance, but one of our favorite restaurants in the city!! Upscale Mediterranean spot with chic aesthetic for our foodie friends.
The Hoxton, Chicago
Chic hotel bar! Great place to grab a coffee, cocktail, or bite to eat. The speakeasy Lazy Bird in the basement has live jazz and great vibes (though typically a line on a Friday night).
La Colombe Coffee Roasters
La Colombe is the place to go for your coffee fix. They're known for their draft oat mile lattes, order a "black and tan" for half cold brew / half draft latte for a not too sweet treat.
Levain Bakery – West Loop, Chicago
Pop in and get the two chip chocolate chip cookie, trust us.
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
A must for a tasty treat! Don't let the long lines scare you off, the ever rotating flavors are worth it!