Things To Do
The Art Institute of Chicago
Make sure to check out the Thorne Rooms in the basement if you love miniatures, like Jo.
Cindy's Rooftop
A great place to grab a drink or bite with an excellent view of the city. You'll need a reservation!
Architecture Boat Tour
Somehow neither of us have ever done this but everyone who does says it's amazing!
North Avenue Beach
Walk through the beautiful Lincoln Park to access one of the city's great beaches. You can lay on the beach while looking at the skyline. It's magic!
The StopAlong
Grab the Stop-In Burger. You won't be disappointed!
Dimo's Pizza Wicker Park
If you happen to be out late and want a snack, grab a mac n' cheese slice from Dimo's!
High Five Ramen
Great ramen! No reservations. Expect to wait!
Green Street Smoked Meats
Good, casual BBQ.
Duck Duck Goat
Cool atmosphere, great upscale Chinese American food.
Dovetail Brewery
Tucker's favorite brewery!
Andersonville
For antique shopping, head to Andersonville! Some of Jo's favorites are: Mercantile M, Brownstone Antiques, Andersonville Antiques, and Brown Elephant.
Lincoln Park Zoo
Free zoo inside a beautiful park right next Lake Michigan!
Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company
Get the pizza pot pie!
Bourgeois Pig Cafe
Jo's favorite coffee shop!
Milk & Honey Cafe
Great breakfast spot in Tucker and Jo's old neighborhood.
Wicker Park Farmers Market
Go to the park where Jo and Tucker met and got engaged for the farmer's market.
Lula Cafe
Make a reservation or be prepared to wait. Great brunch spot! We recommend the pistachio pastry if they have it.
Wrigley Field
The Cubs are playing the Red Sox in honor of our wedding weekend and our recent move from Chicago > Boston!