Things To Do

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

Field Museum

The Art Institute of Chicago

Millennium Park

One of Chicago’s most vast and stunning parks. This is also where you’ll find the bean.

Architecture River Tour

This is a great tour, especially fun on a beautiful day. Book in advance!

The Chicago Theatre

See a show at this historic venue.

Cindy's Rooftop

Cindy’s is inside the Chicago Athletic Club. Walk through the beautiful, historic building to find stunning views at Cindy’s.

North Avenue Beach

Catch some rays or join a game of pick up volleyball on Lake Michigan.

Kayak Chicago

Yes, you can kayak the Chicago river, and yes, it is awesome!

Bloomingdale Trail Park

Go for a walk or bike ride on the 606 trail, an elevate pedestrian-only trail.

The Salt Shed

See some live music at the Salt Shed, one of our favorite venues.

Kingston Mines

Probably the most iconic blues club in Chicago. The later you show up, the rowdier it is.

Zanies Comedy Night Club

A casual venue where you can catch a great comedy show.

Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club

A fun stop for group games & drinks.

Margie's Candies

An iconic, old school spot for sweet treats of all kinds.

Carnicerias Guanajuato

Need to get your taco fix? Look no further. This place is legit.

Gretel

One of the best restaurants (and burgers) in the Logan Square neighborhood.

Dell' Rooster Restaurant & Bar

One of Drew’s favorite, casual neighborhood restaurants. They have brunch!

Pompette

A fantastic, quaint place for brunch.

Cafe Robey

Lovely spot for breakfast.

Ipsento 606

One of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops located right off the 606 trail.

The Wormhole Coffee

Calling all 80s/90s babies! Entering this coffee shop is like stepping back in time. Good drinks, too!

La Colombe Coffee Workshop

Lovely coffee shop just under the bustling Damen blue line stop.

Mindy’s Bakery

Everything that comes out of Mindy’s is fantastic. Get there early and be prepared to wait for a little bit.

TRUCE

Our favorite cocktail (and coffee) bar!

Blue Line Lounge & Grill

A classic, old school lounge with great martinis (especially dessert-tini’s)!

The Up Room

A beautiful rooftop bar located in the Robey hotel.

Queen Mary

Drew’s second favorite cocktail bar in the city. They specialize in gin drinks and nautical themes.

Maplewood Brewery & Distillery

Son of Juice. That’s all you need.

The Meadowlark

Outstanding cocktail bar. Prepared to be wowed… and possibly to wait in line.

Solemn Oath Brewery Still Life

Great brewery near the wedding venue!