A little off the beaten track but still in the thick of things is Pick Me Up Cafe. It’s in Wrigleyville, pretty much smack dab between the Belmont and Addison red line stations. They’re the most delicious diner ever. I highly recommend their vegan cheese fries or the french toast!

If you’re looking to visit the Lakeshore and don’t want to deal with people. I recommend the Kathy Osterman beach over any of the ones near the loop. Take the red line north to Thorndale and then just walk east. You’ll literally just run into it. That’s my favorite one. Almost nobody is ever there!

As touristy as it is, I highly recommend the architecture boat tours. You pick those up downtown. Michigan Ave & the river on the north side of the river, just head down the steps.

I honestly recommend doing your bar hopping in Boystown down Halstead between Belmont and Addison. You’ll have way more fun visiting the gay bars versus the super bro-y ones in Wrigleyville.

Or for a quieter night out, Andersonville. That’s red line to Berwyn and walk west for about 10 minutes. Super cute, lots of bars and restaurants. My favorite area of the city.

Lincoln Square is also really great. Take the Brown Line towards Kimball and get off at Western. Super adorable area.

Street fests aren’t in full swing yet, otherwise I’d recommend some of those.

I also recommend seeing some theatre while you’re here. Not the big touring stuff in the loop but smaller theatres. Check out The Den in Wicker Park (Blue line to Division, walk Northwest down Milwaukee). Find some Improv, see a storefront show. This is the town for small theatre and comedy!

I don’t THINK you have a dog but just in case you do, be aware that there’s strain of dog flu going around. It doesn’t affect humans but if you have a furry friend with you, try to avoid letting them meet other dogs. [this has been a public service announcement]

I think that’s it. I have so many suggestions for how to do Chicago right. I can’t wait to see what you make of my city!

xoxo,
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