The arcade-themed Catcade in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood has been a crucial stop for all cat lovers since 2017 — play games, cuddle cats, adopt!

I'm not vegan but I do think that "Vegan Plate" in Lincoln Park is one of the best bang-for-your-buck restaurants in Chicago. Try the curry combo plate!

Rice'N Bread in Chicago is a special spot for dinner or even pre-gaming a baseball game, a Korean restaurant that always makes my day. Try the bibimbap!

kibbitznest is a self-proclaimed 'book bar', a wifi-free space promoting face-to-face chats. A cozy collective and a hybrid space all in one!

Step into Frank Lloyd Wright’s first project in Oak Park — an inspiring tour through the birthplace of the Prairie Style, just off Chicago’s Green Line.

I've been going to La Creperie on Clark since I was a kid and it has never disappointed me — don’t miss the dreamy back patio and cozy French classics.

There are many unique food options to try on their menu like Bylamyk porridge with raspberry jam, Baursak (fried dough bites) or Truffle Mushroom Soup.

" Old Town Ale House" is one of my favorite spots to enmesh myself in the history, art, and unique company found in Chicago.

Monk’s Pub is a cozy, monastery-inspired bar in the Loop serving a wide variety of beers and hearty pub fare — an unexpected escape from the downtown rush.

Orso’s in Old Town is a cozy, old-world Italian gem with house-made pasta, live piano, and a charming patio—perfect for date nights or celebrations.

Will’s Northwoods Inn brings Wisconsin charm to Chicago with Packers pride, fried appetizers, quirky decor, and a moose-topped patio near Wrigley Field.

Reggies Chicago is a grunge bar, concert venue, and shuttle hub with great eats, Sox game packages, a beach bar and unique events like a pancake art show.