Katie & Ted
Things To Do
Topo Gigio Ristorante
Our favorite restaurant in Chicago!
J.P. Graziano Grocery
Best Italian sandwich in Chicago! Highly recommend the porchetta too.
Jefferson Tap & Grille
Our favorite watering hole!
Cruz Blanca Brewery
Tacos, cervezas, and margaritas. How could you go wrong?
Haymarket Pub & Brewery
Order a pretzel, curds, and the strawberry basil seltzer - thank us later.
Lone Wolf
Neighborhood tavern serving suds next to Au Cheval.
Au Cheval
Voted best burger in Chicago! Walk-ins only. Sometimes there is a 2-3 hour wait, so plan ahead. We like to put our name in and then go to Lone Wolf or Haymarket for a beer while we wait.
Stax Cafe
Our go to breakfast spot!
3rd Coast Cafe
One of our favorite breakfast spots in our old neighborhood!
Piccolo Sogno
Beautiful patio! Will be great for dining in May.
Publican Quality Meats
Local butcher and market serving up some of the best sandwiches in Chicago!
Nancy's Pizzeria
Best thin crust pizza in Chicago! Sorry Lou.
Black Barrel Tavern - WEST LOOP
Great place to grab a drink and watch the game!
D'Amato's Bakery
Amazing old school Italian bakery! Cash only.
Chicago French Market
We love the turkey sandwich from Firenze!
Trivoli Tavern
Great for happy hour or dinner!
Forno Rosso Pizzeria Napoletana
Add a side of gnocchi to go along with any pizza order!
SUSHI DOKKU
Great sushi and cocktails! Highly recommend the green soba noodles.
La Colombe Coffee Roasters
The Good Stuff. Order the draft latte!
Time Out Market Chicago
Great patio and rooftop with lots of dining options.
Duck Duck Goat
Creative Chinese-American restaurant from Iron Chef, Stephanie Izard!
The Aberdeen Tap
Another one of our favorite local bars with an outdoor patio!
Swift & Sons
One of the best steakhouses in Chicago!
El Che Steakhouse & Bar
Argentinian steakhouse with Chicago style!
Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio
Still one of the hardest reservations to get in Chicago. Top Chef Sarah Grueneberg's Italian eatery is a must visit. Try to walk in or join the waitlist online using the Resy App.
Viaggio Restaurant Chicago
When you can't get into Monteverde, just walk across the street to another classic Chicago Italian restaurant!
Chicago Riverwalk
Take in the sites of our beautiful city! Grab a coffee, snack or drink along the river.
Cloud Gate (The Bean)
You can't come to Chicago and not take a picture at The Bean!
Architecture Tour (Wendella Tours & Cruises)
Explore the city by boat and learn some cool things along the way.
Shopping on the Magnificent Mile
World-class shopping along Chicago's most famous street!
Yolk - Marina City
Breakfast spot with endless options!
Wollensky's Grill
Same menu as Smith and Wollensky but less expensive and with river views.
Siena Tavern
Former Top Chef's upscale Italian eatery in the heart of Chicago.
LH Rooftop
Great views of the city!