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Olympic restaurants
Can't swing a vacation to Beijing for the Olympics this year? Fret not. A trip to one of Chicago's many Chinese eateries will give you a glimpse of the smells and tastes you're craving at a fraction of the price.
Around Hyde Park
Hyde Park boasts a slew of restaurants (from fancy French to home-style Cajun) as well as top-notch bookstores, coffee shops and nature spots.
Lunch in Lincoln Park
The whole "shop 'til you drop" mentality can leave you famished. Luckily, Lincoln Park's boutiques are sandwiched between great spots for, well, sandwiches.
Around South Chicago
This neighborhood, once known by the locals as the "Bush," is a thriving melting pot of Latino, native African and African-American culture.
Along the Blue Line
It may not be the prettiest line in the world, but when you get off the Blue Line, there are ample watering holes awaiting your arrival.
Happy hour hot spots
It's been a long one ... and you need a cold one. Check out these popular happy-hour spots for drinking and eating on the cheap.
Gold Coast fine dining
A girl can't shop on an empty stomach: Here are the best spots for post-shopping eats, Gold Coast-style.
Lunch in Lincoln Square
From paninis and enchiladas to authentic Chicago dogs and soups, Lincoln Square dining has just about anything that'll satisfy your appetite.
Sushi spots
Take advantage of our by-neighborhood search option to find a Japanese restaurant that's near – and new – to you.
What's up in Uptown?
You may know it as the home of the Green Mill, but Uptown lays claim to plenty more good stuff, from "Little Vietnam" to all-the-rage music venues.
March Madness specials
With March comes its annual madness. Go to one of these places to cheer on your team – or just have another and watch the next game.
Indie music stores
The death of the music store is further away than you think.
Know your neighborhood
Do you know the name of your Alderman? Whether you're just moving in or have 20 years of junk in the basement, check out these neighborhood-friendly sites.
What's in Jefferson Park?
It's nicknamed the "Gateway to Chicago," so if you have yet to set foot in this Northwest Side hood, it's time to see what you've been missing.
Dinner on Devon
The bustling stretch of Devon Avenue in West Ridge (aka West Rogers Park) is the epicenter of the Indian and Pakistani communities in Chicago, and a destination for some of the most delicious, affordable dining in the city. You can't go wrong by dropping into the first place that strikes your fancy on Devon, but here's a sample list if you prefer to plan ahead.
What's in Irving Park?
Take a trip to Irving Park via the Blue Line and you'll find some of the city's best Thai food, killer milkshakes and one mean karaoke spot.
Shop in Andersonville
Serious shoppers hate to waste valuable retail time walking, which makes Andersonville's collection of boutique after boutique a great pick.
What's in Old Town?
Old Town's main artery is Wells Street, chock full of fashionable boutiques, happening night spots and good eats. Bring your walking shoes.
What's in New City?
This historic city on the southwest side was once the playground and living space for immigrants who served as butchers in the nearby meatpacking plants.
What's the New East Side?
This former railyard is now home to a few hotels, chi chi restaurants, plenty of businesses and high-rises with pretty spectacular views.
West Town's cheap eats
You don't need a million bucks to look like it, and you don't need much more than a tenner to each like a king at these great West Town spots.
What's in Roscoe Village?
You'll find much of the action located on Roscoe Street, which lays claim to a great wine bar, plenty of spots for brunch and some stellar pitchers of beer.
University Village guide
Built upon the rubble of what was once Chicago's immigrant port of entry, University Village once again thrives with a retail hustle and bustle, harkening to it's days as the old Maxwell St. Market.
What's in South Shore?
South Shore is truly a neighborhood of gathering places, with a few newcomers creating that exciting sense of growth.
What's in Chatham?
The air throughout Chatham is perfumed with a blend of barbecue sauce and Jamaican jerk, and you'd be hard-pressed to find better versions of either anywhere else in the city.
What's in Oak Park?
Chicago's western neighbor is a hotbed just waiting to be explored, laying claim to an excellent indie bookstore, fine dining and the best banana bread around.
Make your 'hood safer
If you're frustrated with the state of your neighborhood, it's time to act. The Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy partners police with the community to fight crime.
What's in Avondale?
Located just north of ever-booming Logan Square, Avondale seems poised to be next on the up-and-coming list.
What's in Wicker Park?
West Town's oh-so-hip Wicker Park may be changing, but these 10 favorite spots remain firmly anchored in the scene.
What's in the South Loop?
There's much more to this community than condos (though there are plenty of those)...and we don't just mean the soon-to-open Whole Foods.
Ukrainian Village gems
This hood can be a tricky to get to, but one look at these bakeries, bars and shops will make you realize that your bus ride was a worthwhile one.
Park it in Wicker Park
Wicker Park's new solar-powered street signs have flashing lights that let you know if a street has been swept...and if you can park there.
What's in the West Loop?
The Near West Side is home to the West Loop, a hip, nighttime destination neighborhood that leaves much of the daytime bustle to the Loop.
What's on Devon Avenue?
Your summer sightseeing escapades may not include a photo op in front of the Taj Mahal, but you can get a hefty (and delicious) taste of India via an afternoon spent on Devon Avenue.
What's in Albany Park?
Hop off the Brown Line at Kimball or Kedzie to get a well-spiced taste of Albany Park, a community area known for its excellent Middle Eastern food and pretension-free nightlife.
Edgewater watering holes
The corner of Granville and Winthrop may just have been declared dry, but there are plenty of great spots throughout the rest of Edgewater to share a drink with friends.
Maxwell St. Market
There's no better place for culinary adventure than the Maxwell Street Market, held Sundays from 7 a.m.-3 p.m.
What's in East Garfield Park?
This 'hood hasn't exploded yet, which makes its handful of businesses worth checking out.
10 spots off Sheridan L
Purple Line Express trains will now stop at Sheridan instead of Addison on game days at Wrigley Field.
Pullman's best bets
It may be a somewhat sleepy 'hood, but these gems are reason enough to exit at Metra's 111th St./Pullman station.
