“About a 20 minute walk (which is helpful on the way back!) but well worth it. Amazing breakfast/brunch and the best pie I've ever had!”

“If you like donuts, you need to go to Stan's. Nutella stuffed pockets. Pistachio cake. Blueberry fritter. Line can build but goes fast. ”

“You can stop here for coffee and bagels etc in the am but this place is known for wood-fired pizza, just down the block from Longman. We eat it almost once a week like clockwork... ”

“Mario Batali's Italian specialty store and food hall. The cannoli are worth the trip alone. You can get tons of gifts and rare wines and delicious food. A bit touristy for sure, but stands up to the hype. ”

“'80s-themed rustic coffee shop, complete with a DeLorean, pouring locally roasted coffee.”

“Classic American diner fair but elevated and made very unique! This place doesn't take reservations so if you're trying to find a good spot without a crazy wait in Fulton Market, your best bet is to stop in here and put your name in. Then if the wait is long you can walk around and if you happen to find another restaurant you'd rather try out without a wait, then go for it! But at the very least you've got a really good restaurant to try our in your back pocket. ”

“Right around the corner! A great place to hang out to work, grab a coffee or a pastry. Outdoor seating when the weather is nice.”

“I would be remiss if I didn't mention Margie's. Margie's Candies and ice cream is 2.2 miles down Milwaukee Avenue towards town (take the #56 bus or the Blue Line and exit at the Western stop). Margie's has been in the same spot since the 1930's. It is beloved. Unless you've got a reason not to go, like you're lactose intolerant, do yourself a favor and get yourself there somehow during your visit. During the day is the best time to visit because there's usually a 45-minute wait on nice days starting around 6 PM. The same staff has worked there for decades, so please be nice to them.”

“Interesting mall that was made popular in the 80s and 90s. Worth seeing for the architecture, but the shopping is just so so in the building. Better served walking up/down Michigan Ave”

“The most amazing collection of high end outlets as well as the usual mall stores. ”

“Trendy south side neighborhood with great bars, restaurants and nightlife Including: The Promontory, A10, Mellow Yellow, Leona's and Pizza Capri.”

“One stop shopping, they have H&M, Victoria Secret, Container Store and Movie theater too.”

“Quirky retail market with independent vendors sells apparel, gifts, gourmet foods & artisanal wares.”

“Indoor mall, if that's what you're looking for. Also try Watertower Place Mall, a bit further north on Michigan Ave.”

“7 levels of luxury retailers, fashion boutiques & restaurants along Magnificent Mile.”

“This is a European style market in the train station. You have have to down from the platforms. It has some great eats and interesting snacks. Good place to get something for the train. ”

“Lots of tourists don't know about this one, but it is one of the most beautiful neighborhoods you will ever see!”

“Weekly Farmers Market - every Saturday during the season (between May and October)”

“Enjoy a festive German Market Christmas scene in downtown Chicago with authentic Germany vendors and artisans. Easily accessible by the Red and Blue Line trains. Keith and I buy all our Christmas tree ornaments here every year. Try the traditional mulled wine, although we prefer a big mug of beer.”

“Do you want fantastic treats, other specialty groceries, or even bottles of alcohol delivered right to your door? This is the place for just that.”

“A convenient corner store with an added layer of ease – the ability to order wine, beer, spirits, and snacks from your mobile device. Download the app or visit foxtrot.co for a full list of their offerings. Headed to a dinner party and need a quick gift? Foxtrot has you covered with their curated gift boxes.”

“This is Asia on Argyle 30 restaurants and many shops specializing in all things Asian. It's like China Town only it incorporates Vietnam, Thailand, China, and all things Asian ”

“Family-owned supermarket chain with meat, bakery & deli departments, plus specialty imported foods.”