This is our favorite coffee shop in the city. Their New Orleans style ice coffee is a must, along with one (or several) of their pastries. We love the blueberry galette and everything bagel danish.
Northstar is one of our favorites for any meal of the day, thanks to its fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Amy especially loves their breakfast burritos, salads and giant cookies.
If you want to catch the Ohio State vs. Penn State game on the Saturday of the wedding (kickoff at noon), head to Pint House. Arrive early because it fills up fast as game time approaches. If it’s packed, you can try any of the other great bars on High Street!
For a classic Italian dinner, visit Martini. Many say their chicken parmesan is the best in the city, and pairing it with one of their signature martinis is a must.
If you're looking for a place to eat with plenty of options, check out North Market. This is where the original Jeni's Ice Cream started and also has what's considered some of the best Nepalese food in the U.S. at Momo Ghar.
If you're in the mood for steak, head to Butcher & Rose. They’re famous for their melt-in-your-mouth beef wellington, but you also can’t go wrong with a filet.
Katzinger’s is a New York style deli. It’s one of our (and Bill Clinton's) favorite spots to grab lunch when we’re craving sandwiches and all-you-can-eat pickles!
Pistacia Vera is a coffee shop with an amazing selection of pastries, macarons and other desserts. They're known for their pistachio flavored treats but have so many other great flavors as well.
We love getting lost in The Book Loft, a cozy bookstore with 32 rooms housed in a pre-Civil war building. Jake typically likes to pick out a book and head to nearby Schiller Park to read.