3 Greens Market
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3 Greens Market is part coffee shop, part food buffet, and part cafe serving burgers from a fav...
354 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL ...
1300 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago,...
Andy’s Jazz Club & Restaurant
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If you’re traveling with your family and want to hear Chicago blues or jazz, it can be tricky...
11 E Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 6...Andy’s Thai Kitchen
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Andy’s Thai Kitchen is a smaller restaurant. One of my favorites is a duck egg dish, which is...
946 W Wellington Ave, Chicago,...Art Institute of Chicago
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The Art Institute of Chicago is one of the top museums in the world and has an impressive array...
111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, I...B.L.U.E.S.
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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If you want a cozy, intimate blues experience, this is the place to go. There isn’t a bad sea...
2519 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL...Bar Louie
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Bar Louie is part of a group of bars, and there are several in Chicago. I prefer the one on Pol...
47 W Polk St, Chicago, IL 6060...
Bavette’s
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Bavette’s is one of my favorite places to eat in the city. I love the atmosphere, which featu...
218 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 6...Buona Terra
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Buona Terra is a small, family-owned restaurant with excellent Italian food. I recommend the gr...
2535 N California Ave, Chicago...
Burger Bar Chicago
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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At the Burger Bar Chicago, you can choose from do-it-for-me gourmet burgers or you can build yo...
1150 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, ...Cafe El Tapatio
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in the city. They have an extensive menu, including seve...
3400 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, I...
Cafecito
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Cafecito is relatively new and has three locations. It is a coffeehouse specializing in Cuban s...
26 Ida B. Wells Drive #1, Chic...
Carmine’s
- 4.0/ 5 1 Rating
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This restaurant is in the bustling area near Rush & Division, which is popular among tourists a...
1043 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60...Caro Mio Italian Restaurant
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Caro Mio Italian Restaurant is another neighborhood eatery I recommend. The gnocchi with vodka ...
1833 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL...
Chicago Architecture Foundation
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The Chicago Architecture Foundation is renowned for its historical and architectural tours of t...
111 E Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago...
Chicago Athletic Association
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If you’re looking for luxury accommodations close to the starting line, consider the Chicago ...
12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL...Chicago Cut
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The steak at Chicago Cut can be summed up in one word: Yummy! In addition to the tasty food, th...
300 North LaSalle, North LaSal...
Chicago Diner
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This restaurant is a must-try when you’re in Chicago, whether you’re a vegetarian, vegan, p...
Chicago Diner, 3411 N Halsted ... 3411 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL...City Suites Chicago
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City Suites Chicago is a great place to stay if you want to be in a bustling neighborhood, expe...
933 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL...
City Winery at the Riverwalk
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Outdoor dining is hugely popular in Chicago, but unfortunately, our summer season is way too sh...
11 W. Riverwalk South, Chicago...
Congress Plaza Hotel and Convention Cent
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I love the Congress Plaza Hotel and Convention Center because it’s close to the starting line...
The Congress Plaza Hotel & Con...Dewitt Hotel & Suites
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If you want lodging that is reasonably priced and feels more like a condo than a hotel, we high...
900 N Dewitt Pl, Chicago, IL 6...Dimo’s
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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My body would freak out if it ate a vegetable! But when I tried Dimo's, it was so good I couldn...
1615 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL ...
Ditka’s
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Ditka’s is a highly regarded Chicago favorite has really good lobster bisque and is known for...
100 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL...DMK Burger Bar
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DMK Burger Bar is my favorite burger place! I highly recommends the guac burger. It’s yum in ...
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 6...
Duck Duck Goat
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Duck Duck Goat tops my list because of the delicious Asian fusion food they serve and they have...
857 West Fulton Market, Chicag... 333 E Benton Pl #103, Chicago,...
Explore the Chicago River Walk
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Just a few years ago, this stretch along the Chicago River was nothing but a desolate stretch o...
Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago Riv...
3359 N Southport Ave, Chicago,... 4762 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, I... 1706 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 6... 150 Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL ...Forno Rosso
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Forno Rosso is a casual pizza restaurant with great Neapolitan style pizza. Specialties include...
1048 W Randolph St, Chicago, I...
Freehand Chicago
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Freehand Chicago touts itself as a combination of hostel culture, innovative design and a commu...
19 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 6061...
Garrett’s Popcorn
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It is soooo good. You can smell it for blocks. My favorite flavor is the Caramel Crisp—you ge...
26 West Randolph Chicago, IL 6...
Gibson’s Italia Cafe
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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This triple-tiered restaurant is a modern classic in Chicago. It’s the standard Gibson’s on...
233 N Canal St, Chicago, IL 60...
Gino’s East
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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This Chicago favorite is a crowd pleaser for any pizza eater. Gino’s East offers delicious de...
500 N LaSalle Dr, Chicago, IL ... 730 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 606...
720 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, I...Holiday Inn and Suites Chicago O’H
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If you really want to save on hotel costs, consider staying farther out of the city near O’Ha...
10233 W Higgins Rd, Rosemont, ...
Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza River Nor
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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If you’re looking to save a few dollars on your lodging, consider the Holiday Inn Chicago Mar...
350 W. Mart Center Drive, Chic...Hotel Versey
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Hotel Versey is a boutique hotel in a popular neighborhood location on the border of Lincoln Pa...
644 West Diversey Parkway, Chi...
Hugo’s Frog Bar and Fish House
- 5.0/ 5 2 Ratings
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It’s the seafood at Hugo’s Frog Bar and Fish House that really stands, particularly the fre...
1024 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60...Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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If you book early, the room rates can be family-friendly at the Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown. T...
28 N Franklin St, Chicago, IL ...Italian Village
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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I recommend Italian Village because it's more upscale and central. They also have marathon spe...
71 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60...
Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Want to splurge a bit on dinner? Try Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab. This is a L...
60 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60...
Kayaking the Chicago River
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One of my favorite ways to see this magnificent city is by kayak. There’s something amazing a...
500 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, I...Kingston Mines
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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The facility is fairly large compared to the many smaller, intimate blues bars. This can make i...
2548 N Halsted St, Chicago, I...La Scarola
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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La Scarola is a smaller, intimate restaurant with an old-school, Italian and family feel. I sug...
721 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 6...
Le Pain Quotidien
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Le Pain Quotidien is a popular French-themed eatery for comfort food, small plates and quick bi...
20 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL...Little Goat Diner
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Little Goat Diner is an upscale restaurant that is good for special occasion dinners—like fin...
820 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL...
Lou Malnati’s
- 5.0/ 5 2 Ratings
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The pizza is yum in the tum! I suggest the River North location because it’s typically not su...
439 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60...Lula Cafe
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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While Lula Cafe is known for its brunch, it’s also very good for dinner. They serve standard ...
2537 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL...Majestic Hotel
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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It is ideal for travelers who want to experience Chicago outside of the Loop. It’s situated o...
528 W Brompton Ave, Chicago, I...
Mario’s Table
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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A hidden gem! They have the best spaghetti and meatballs in the city. The owner, Mario, will ev...
21 W Goethe St, Chicago, IL 60...
Marriott Marquis Chicago, Sout... 822 N Michigan Ave...Museum of Science and Industry
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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We have a history here that’s a little more diverse. We had all these expositions that were b...
5700 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago,...
Navy Pier
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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For a beautiful view of Lake Michigan, walk all the way to the end of Navy Pier. The wind picks...
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 6... 2369 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 6... 1640 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL ... 669 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, I...
Pacific Standard Time
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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If you’re not looking to scarf down a heavy portion of steak and potatoes, go to Pacific Stan...
141 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 606...Palmer House
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Close to the starting line and a popular hotel for marathoners, the Palmer House is the longest...
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60...Pequod’s
- 5.0/ 5 2 Ratings
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They char or fry the cheese then layer the bottom crust with it to give you a distinct Parmesan...
2207 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, ...
Pizzeria Uno and Due
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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If you're looking to dine where deep dish all began, Pizzeria Uno and Due tops my list for "the...
Uno Pizzaria, 29 E Ohio St, Ch...Portillo’s
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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I don’t eat a lot of meat, but Portillo’s cheeseburger served with an order of cheese fries...
100 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL ...
Quartino’s
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Quartino’s is an Italian restaurant ideal for groups and families. The fun, lively atmosphere...
626 N State St, Chicago, IL 60...Ricardo Enoteca
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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One of my favorite Italian places in the whole city. It's my go-to spot for Italian, and I've n...
2116 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 6... 1435 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, ...Sapori Trattoria
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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This Lakeview/Lincoln Park restaurant is one of my favorites in the city. Great Italian food in...
2701 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL...Second City Show
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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This is comedy and improv at its finest, and Second City helped to launch the careers of countl...
1616 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 6...Shedd Aquarium
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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I’m a sponsor and a volunteer at Shedd Aquarium. Many of their mammals were injured in the wi...
1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago,...
10 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 6...Spacca Napoli
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Spacca Napoli is a neighborhood eatery with some of the freshest Italian food in Chicago. Locat...
1769 W Sunnyside Ave, Chicago,...
St. Jane Hotel
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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The St. Jane Hotel is a newer boutique hotel within a short distance of the starting line. If y...
230 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, I...Stan’s Donuts
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Stan’s Donuts is scrumptious. I love ALL doughnuts, but my doughnut of choice at Stan’s is ...
535 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, I...
Stroll Michigan Avenue
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Even if you’re not a shopper, I promise that there is a lot to see along the way, such as the...
875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, I...
Sweetgreen
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Sweetgreen is famous for their salads, although they also serve bowls and soups like a waterme...
623 N State St, Chicago, IL 60...
Sweetwater Tavern and Grille
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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The Sweetwater Tavern and Grille is conveniently located on Michigan Avenue north relatively cl...
225 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, I...
Texas de Brazil Churrascaria Steakhouse
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Meat eaters love this all-you-can-eat Brazilian steakhouse where the wait staff comes around to...
210 E Upper Illinois St, Chica...The Art of Pizza
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Although not as well known as some of the other pizza places in Chicago, Art of Pizza’s deep ...
3033 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, I...
The Dearborn
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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During the workweek, this is a popular spot for business lunches. The menu has a wide selection...
145 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL...The Field Museum
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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The Field Museum is one of the largest natural history museums in the world and has an interest...
1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago,...
24 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL...The Green Mill
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Although the Green Mill serves up more jazz than blues, I have to include it here. The club and...
4802 N Broadway, Chicago, IL ...
The Kerryman
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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As Irish bars go, it’s as close to being an authentic Irish bar as possible in terms of look ...
661 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60...The Lakefront Restaurant at Theater on t
- 4.0/ 5 1 Rating
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One of the things you must do while you're in Chicago for the marathon is spend some time by La...
2401 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago,...The Patio at Cafe Brauer
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Café Brauer is a Prairie-School-style architectural building completed in 1908 and listed on t...
2021 N Stockton Dr, Chicago, I...
Thompson Chicago
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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The Thompson Chicago has a great Gold Coast location. There are so many reasons to love this ho...
21 E Bellevue Pl, Chicago, IL ...Three Dots and a Dash
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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A trip to this funky tiki cocktail bar will make you feel like you’re really “in the know.â...
435 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60...
5 East Harrison Street, Loop, ...
True Food Kitchen
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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This relatively new casual restaurant has a lot of grain bowls and healthy options that are als...
1 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654...Tuscany on Taylor
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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This is the original Tuscany restaurant in Chicago and is located in the city’s Little Italy ...
1014 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL ...Urban Belly
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Urban Belly is a great ramen restaurant! It’s hard to go wrong there. I love the coconut curr...
1542 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL ...
Victory Italian
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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This came recommended by a Racertrips Ambassador, and it lived up to everything he said about i...
434 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL ...
Volare Ristorante Italiano
- 5.0/ 5 1 Rating
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Volare is a great choice for runners staying in the Michigan Avenue area. They have excellent p...
201 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 6...
Wendella Cruises
- 5.0/ 5 2 Ratings
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I love the great tours of the city they offer! I find the docents fun and informative....
400 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, I... 130 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL...