If you want to sample a lot of food without paying a lot of money, it's hard to beat the Taste of Chicago. Celebrating 35 years of making people pass out from eating too many oversized turkey legs, the Taste returns to Grant Park July 8 to July 12. We were invited to a preview…
Traveling to Chicago is quite an experience. Chicago tourist attractions are spread throughout the city, but many of the main ones are found right in the downtown area and along the waterfront. We may have lists already covering some of the best places to visit in all of Chicagoland, but if you want the tourism…
You've been hitting up the bars for a bit and have a solid buzz going. You're thinking about calling it a night, but ready for one last stop and there's got to be food. Pulling up Yelp, there's not a lot options other than super greasy, but you're looking for something a bit more upscale.…
Seeking out the best burger in Chicago can be an overwhelming task. You can scrounge through Yelp, ask your neighborhood shop keeper or start with these recommendations and see if you learn of anywhere else on your travels. The neighborhoods of Chicago that have the word West or Square in them really seem to…
Each year StarChefs, an online and paper magazine, visits four cities in the United States in order to recognize the hottest chefs and restaurateurs. Back for the first time since 2011, StarChefs held a Rising Stars awards ceremony and tasting on May 8, 2015 at the Lincoln Park Zoo's Caf' Brauer. The Chicago Traveler was…
That's right, your dog and you can now go out for drinks together.'Every Tuesday,'June 16th through October 6th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m, West Town will welcome two and four-legged friends alike. Mahoney's Pub & Grille, The Matchbox, Aberdeen Tap, and G & O Tavern will offer food and drink specials for the humans…
The Roscoe Village Burger Fest is just one more reason to love summer in Chicago. Not only does it give you a reason to hangout in this'eclectic neighborhood' but you are able to indulge in some of the best burgers in town prepared by some of the best restaurants in Chicagoland! On top of that'…
With its rusted metal exterior and a revolving skeleton motorcycle rider atop a 'garden' of motorcycle parts, Twisted Spoke may seem a little intimidating upon first glance. While biker-themed, the bar attracts a wide range of customers to its easily accessible 500 N. Ogden Avenue thanks to their extensive selection of craft beer and whiskeys,…
Bloody Marys are one of those drinks that can made in many different way' which is why people have such split reviews on bars and restaurants that serve them. Some like it spicy, some mild and don't get me started with garnishes. Every place listed is notable in their own way' sometimes you need to…
*This list appears to be a constant work in progress, which is actually perfect! We have been contacted a couple times to have places added to this list. It is great to see that people are passionate about these types of restaurants and will take the time to make sure that they are well represented.'Leave…
