The hotel is about 45-60 minutes to downtown Chicago by car. There are obviously a lot of choices for restaurants and things to do in the city, but if you are looking for specific recommendations we are happy to share!
There are a lot of restaurants/fast food choices right near the hotel, including Starbucks, Einstein Bros Bagels and Dunkin Donuts less than a mile away for my fellow coffee lovers! A few we enjoy: Half day Brewing Company Egg Harbor Walker Bros Pancake House Cheesecake Factory Big Bowl