Bethany & Lance
Things To Do
Adler Planetarium
The very first planetarium in America! Full of astronomy and interactive exhibits. Check the website for special events which are always fun & ever-changing each month. Located on “MuseumCampus” within walking distance to the Shedd Aquarium & Field Museum.
The Art Institute of Chicago
One of the oldest and largest art museums in America. Rated Chicago’s #1 attraction on Trip Advisor. Come peruse art exhibits inside & see the iconic lion statutes outside of this museum
Batter & Berries
Bright brunch cafe with creative pancakes, omelets & popular French toast flights. Best to come early to beat the crowd.
Blue Man Group Chicago
Comical & artistic interactive show with the iconic blue-painted cast. The bride and groom went here for a date & loved it...especially when they were apart of the show!
Chicago's Home of Chicken & Waffles
Soul food that includes big portions of its namesake & down-home sides in an exposed-brick setting.
Connie's Pizza
One of the groom’s favorite pizzerias.
Dixie Kitchen and Bait Shop
Boisterous restaurant with funky decor & a menu of homestyle Cajun-Southern eats. The catfish, fried green tomatoes, and Mac & cheese are popular items.
Field Museum
The Field Museum is a natural history museum and is one of the largest such museums in the world. Located on “Museum Campus” within walking distance to Shedd Aquarium & Adler Planetarium.
Garrett Popcorn Shops
Iconic cheese & caramel gourmet popcorn. Get the Chicago Mix so you can snack like the locals do. Multiple locations throughout Chicago!
Heaven on Seven
Cash-only Cajun-Creole spot for spicy grub in the Garland Building. Also enjoy the view of their “hot sauce wall”.
Italian Fiesta Pizzeria
One of the bride and groom’s favorite THIN crust pizzerias. Italian Fiesta has no dine-in options so consider take-out or delivery. Multiple locations throughout Chicago.
IL Porcellino
Casual-chic, vibrant spot for housemade pastas, Italian specials & wine in wicker-wrapped bottles. Try the semi-freddo for dessert. It’s the bride & groom’s favorite!
Little Goat Diner
Stephanie Izard's diner serving a huge menu of creative, gourmet takes on comfort food classics. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
One of the bride’s favorite deep dish pizzerias.
Machine: Engineered Dining & Drink
Stylish, globally-inspired American dining & innovative cocktail destination with onsite flower shop. Try the popular Caged & Infused cocktail that involves a hands-on experience in order to enjoy it.
Millennium Park
Huge tourist attraction. Outdoor pop-up art exhibits, Segway tours, CloudGate aka The Bean, the Crown Fountains, Lurie Garden, and Great Lawn to enjoy a picnic or free concert.
Pizzeria Uno
One of the bride and groom’s favorite deep dish pizzerias. Uno’s offers a cooking class on Saturday mornings which makes for a great date or tourist outing. Check Groupon or Uno’s website for more details.
Portillo's Hot Dogs
Best known for their hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, and chocolate cake! Dine in and fast food options avail. Several locations downtown Chicago as well.
Ricobene's
Old-school eatery serving the famous breaded steak sandwich alongside pizza & Italian standards. Classic Chicago spot.
Shedd Aquarium
The 5,000,000 US gal aquarium is a sight to see. It holds 32,000 animals, an amazing dolphin show, and an interactive sting ray experience. Check the aquarium website for coupons and special events. Located on “Museum Campus” within walking distance to the Adler Planetarium & Field Museum.
Sprinkles Chicago
Cheery, colorful bakery with The World's First Cupcake ATM which dispenses freshly baked cupcakes and cookies 24/7. Yum!
Starbucks Reserve Roastery
World’s Largest Starbucks. Includes 4 floors of coffee loving, an innovative coffee bar, and immersive experiences. The bride & groom loved going here for a date!
Willis Tower - SkyDeck
Take in the view from the sky-high heights of the Willis Tower, the second-tallest building in the United States. From the 103rd floor, look out over 4 states and the Windy City. Popular tourist attraction!
Wu's House
Contemporary restaurant offering festive hibachi meals, sushi rolls & other classic Japanese plates.
Yassa African Restaurant
Senegalese fare, including the popular fataya (spicy salmon-fried patties) are served in a cozy, colorful setting.
Yuzu Sushi & Robata Grill
Here sushi isn’t just a meal. It’s an art form. Presentations showcase colorful arrangements and bold flavor.
18th Street Brewery
Casual brewpub specializing in big and small hand-crafted beers, whiskey, wine, craft cocktails, great food. One of the bride and groom’s favorite date places.