Jasmine’s Uptown Guidebook
Bars
Live jazz most nights of the week, it's Al Capone's old hangout spot and it's a true Chicago gem
471 yerel halk öneriyor
The Green Mill
4802 North BroadwayLive jazz most nights of the week, it's Al Capone's old hangout spot and it's a true Chicago gem
Play arcade games and board games while having a drink with friends, definitely a fun place for people that prefer a quiet night out
10 yerel halk öneriyor
Uptown Arcade
4830 N BroadwayPlay arcade games and board games while having a drink with friends, definitely a fun place for people that prefer a quiet night out
Open late with an excellent craft beer selection, has karaoke a few times a week
24 yerel halk öneriyor
Uptown Lounge
1136 W Lawrence AveOpen late with an excellent craft beer selection, has karaoke a few times a week
Good place to dance and have a cocktail, this is the closest thing Uptown has to a nightclub
Le Nocturne Chicago
4810 N BroadwayGood place to dance and have a cocktail, this is the closest thing Uptown has to a nightclub
Places to see and explore
Uptown is a HUGE neighborhood, there's a lot more than just my little section of the neighborhood for you to check out
Just two stops south on the Red line (Sheridan El stop), this part of Uptown is home to many George Maher mansions so it's a great spot to see vintage Chicago architecture.
Buena Park
Just two stops south on the Red line (Sheridan El stop), this part of Uptown is home to many George Maher mansions so it's a great spot to see vintage Chicago architecture.
Plenty of good bars, restaurants, and shopping are available over in this area, known for being very LGBTQ+ friendly
154 yerel halk öneriyor
Andersonville
Plenty of good bars, restaurants, and shopping are available over in this area, known for being very LGBTQ+ friendly
Restaurants
This is where you'll find some of the great food that makes Chicago famous
Fish menu is absolutely to die for, order something from the chalkboard and you won't regret it. I've eaten half the menu and would recommend it all.
31 yerel halk öneriyor
Glenn's Diner
1820 W Montrose AveFish menu is absolutely to die for, order something from the chalkboard and you won't regret it. I've eaten half the menu and would recommend it all.
Sushi with a twist, do the Chef's choice option if you're an adventurous eater (located in Andersonville just west of where you'll be, not accessible by train)
36 yerel halk öneriyor
Tanoshii
5547 N Clark StSushi with a twist, do the Chef's choice option if you're an adventurous eater (located in Andersonville just west of where you'll be, not accessible by train)
A lovely spot to stop for sandwich and soup with ample selection of wines and beers to take home
10 yerel halk öneriyor
North Buena Deli and Wine
4200 N BroadwayA lovely spot to stop for sandwich and soup with ample selection of wines and beers to take home
One of my favorite spots to eat Vietnamese food in the city, very authentic and they make excellent pho
Pho Viet
4941 N BroadwayOne of my favorite spots to eat Vietnamese food in the city, very authentic and they make excellent pho
Incredible Chinese food, call ahead to reserve a roast duck for your table and prepare for an unforgettable feast.
55 yerel halk öneriyor
Sun Wah BBQ
5039 N BroadwayIncredible Chinese food, call ahead to reserve a roast duck for your table and prepare for an unforgettable feast.
Nhu Lan Bakery & Sandwiches
4810 N Sheridan RdBanh Mi here is outrageously good
Demera Restaurant
4801 N BroadwayAtmosphere and food are A+++
Whoever told you Chicago pizza was all about deep dish lied, we only do pizza that heavy for special occasions. Gigio's is way more our style!
13 yerel halk öneriyor
Gigio's Pizzeria
4643 N BroadwayWhoever told you Chicago pizza was all about deep dish lied, we only do pizza that heavy for special occasions. Gigio's is way more our style!
Best jollof rice in the city, not for people that don't enjoy spicy foods!
Grace's African Restaurant
4409 N BroadwayBest jollof rice in the city, not for people that don't enjoy spicy foods!
Obligatory late night taco spot, right by all the bars so it's perfect for when you've got the munchies
9 yerel halk öneriyor
Carmela's Taqueria
1206 W Lawrence AveObligatory late night taco spot, right by all the bars so it's perfect for when you've got the munchies
Tweet
5020 N Sheridan RdI love this spot for brunch, food is great and so is the service
Agami
4712 N BroadwayGreat place for good sushi and good drinks, near all the action
Theaters/Venues
If you're looking for something to do while you visit, check out the event calendars for these places and plan a night of entertainment
One of my favorite venues in the city, it's enormous and the acoustics are amazing
123 yerel halk öneriyor
Aragon Balo Salonu
1106 W Lawrence AveOne of my favorite venues in the city, it's enormous and the acoustics are amazing
Concert venue, a great choice if you prefer to avoid the big crowds of the Aragon Ballroom
92 yerel halk öneriyor
Riviera Tiyatrosu
4746 North Racine AvenueConcert venue, a great choice if you prefer to avoid the big crowds of the Aragon Ballroom
Theater lovers will find tons of options here, there are two locations in Uptown to see plays and musicals
PRIDE ARTS CENTER
4139 N BroadwayTheater lovers will find tons of options here, there are two locations in Uptown to see plays and musicals
Coffee
For the early risers
Only open for breakfast and lunch, it's a great spot to do some work and have a casual meal in a comfy setting. They make awesome coffee and also make caffeinated cocktails!
The Satellite Cafe
942 W Montrose AveOnly open for breakfast and lunch, it's a great spot to do some work and have a casual meal in a comfy setting. They make awesome coffee and also make caffeinated cocktails!
Great coffee shop, the spicy Mexican Mocha is my personal favorite to wake me up.
98 yerel halk öneriyor
Dollop Coffee Co.
4181 N Clarendon AveGreat coffee shop, the spicy Mexican Mocha is my personal favorite to wake me up.
Sightseeing
Put your toes in the sand or go for a run. Ride your bike or rollerblade down the paths. Check out Lake Michigan up close!
297 yerel halk öneriyor
Montrose Plajı
Put your toes in the sand or go for a run. Ride your bike or rollerblade down the paths. Check out Lake Michigan up close!