Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
Pingpong
3322 N BroadwayThe Thai Basil Chicken is life-changing.
D.S. Tequila Company
3352 N Halsted StMex-American food in a young atmosphere.
One of the best brunch spots, hands down. Be sure to get the cinnamon roll side. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised!
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Ann Sather Restaurant & Catering
3415 N BroadwayOne of the best brunch spots, hands down. Be sure to get the cinnamon roll side. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised!
Lark
3441 N Halsted StCasual but elevated food in an comfortable setting.
Dive Bar
3445 North Halsted StreetThe Fried Chicken is delicious and a great deal!
Probably the best donuts you'll ever have.
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Stan's Donuts & Coffee
1560 N Damen AveProbably the best donuts you'll ever have.
Chicago Diner
3411 N Halsted StVegetarian restaurant.
Nookies Tree
3334 N Halsted StClassic diner dining. Their menu has everything.
Wrigley BBQ
3208 Forest Hill BoulevardGreat BBQ
The Baskin Robins of grilled cheese--the perfect hangover cure or occasional guilty pleasure.
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Cheesie's Pub & Grub Lakeview
958 W Belmont AveThe Baskin Robins of grilled cheese--the perfect hangover cure or occasional guilty pleasure.
Drinks & Nightlife
One of the world's most renowned gay bars. You have to check out Show tune Sunday nights and Musical Monday nights.
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Sidetrack
3349 N Halsted StOne of the world's most renowned gay bars. You have to check out Show tune Sunday nights and Musical Monday nights.
A favorite late-night spot bringing in well-known DJs from the circuit. It gets busy around 2 a.m. and closes at 5 a.m., so be committed to a long, fun night!
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Hydrate
3458 N Halsted StA favorite late-night spot bringing in well-known DJs from the circuit. It gets busy around 2 a.m. and closes at 5 a.m., so be committed to a long, fun night!
Progress Bar Chicago
3359 North Halsted StreetGay bar with great beats.
Roscoe's
3356 N Halsted StYour average, large city gay bar. $1 beers on Sundays!
Minibar
3341 North Halsted StreetIf you like shirtless bartenders...
Shopping
A local men's clothing store with everything from designer shirts and pants to swimsuits and jockstraps.
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CRAM Fashion
3331 N BroadwayA local men's clothing store with everything from designer shirts and pants to swimsuits and jockstraps.
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
3640 N Halsted StJewel-Osco
3531 N BroadwayWalgreens Pharmacy
953 W Irving Park RdFFC Lakeview
3657 N Pine Grove AveLocal gym
Lakeview Athletic Club
3212 N BroadwayLocal gym
Quads Gym
3727 North BroadwayLocal gym, famous for its bodybuilders
Platinum Dry Cleaners
3707 North BroadwayThe dry cleaners I use--they're great.
Treasure Island Foods
Getting Around
Addison Red Line Station
West Addison StreetBelmont station
945 W Belmont AveParks & Nature
The "Gay Beach"
Take the Addison Red Line north (to Howard). Get off at Berwyn and head east.
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Kathy Osterman Beach House
5800 N Lake Shore DrThe "Gay Beach"
Take the Addison Red Line north (to Howard). Get off at Berwyn and head east.
Entertainment & Activities
Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison StCheck out a Cubs game while you're here!