Chicago Activities

You'll most likely want to explore the area surrounding your Chicago short term housing to find your best bets in dining, shopping and other activities. Read on to learn more about what the short term housing in Chicago has to offer!

Dining

While Chicago may be known for its deep-dish pizza and bratwurst, there are many other options for a great meal on the town while in your Chicago short term housing. You'll find a wide variety of cuisines and multiple levels of pricing, so whether you are going for a five-star evening or just grabbing dinner on your way home from work, you can find just what you're in the mood for near our Chicago short term housing.

As new, well-established chefs come into Chicago, they bring with them fine dining crafted to perfection. Some of the most popular upscale restaurants in Chicago include Everest, Arun's, Charlie Trotter's, Tru and one sixtyblue. Many new restaurants capture the flavor of ethnic infused meals, like Japanese meets South or Indian/Latin cuisines.

And if you're going for a more relaxed dining experience, there are many, many restaurants for you to try while in your short term housing. Chicago, of course, has stand-out pizzerias. Top picks include Pizzeria Uno, Pizzeria Due and Gino's East. Other popular restaurants throughout the city include Carson's (known for its steaks), Rosebud on Taylor (located in Chicago's Little Italy) and Moody's (great burgers and alfresco dining).

For other dining options, you can check out the Chicago Tribune's entertainment website (www.metromix.com). So get ready to treat your taste buds to the best eats the city has to offer while in your short term housing in Chicago!

Nightlife

Chicago has a nightlife culture all of its own. As opposed to other big cities where people flock to the latest club or hotspot, Chicago has a more laid-back feel. Residents typically prefer to hang out with others at a bar or catch some live entertainment at a local club. This Midwestern city welcomes everyone, so go ahead and enjoy Chicago's nightlife.

Local bars and taverns are plentiful in Chicago, mostly in the neighborhoods surrounding the downtown area. Some of the area breweries and pubs include Bar Thirteen in the West Division, Chicago Brauhaus in Lincoln Square, Spoon in Old Town and Tilli's in Lincoln Park. And if you're looking to dance up a storm, you can make your way to some of the cities nightclubs, which cover everything from 80s music to today's top hits. Chicago nightclubs near your temporary housing include Crobar, Red Dog and White Star Lounge.

For up- to-date information on the events and happenings in Chicago, pick up the "Friday" section of the Chicago Tribune, the "Weekend Plus" section of the Chicago Sun-Times or weekly papers, the Chicago Reader and New City.

Shopping

If you're looking for shopping, Chicago offers plenty of places for you to purchase goods of all sorts! One of the most famous shopping destinations is Chicago's Magnificent Mile, located on North Michigan Avenue. Here you will find top-notch shopping, with designer stores like Prada and Salvatore Ferragamo, as well as nationwide favorites such as Crate&Barrel and Neiman Marcus.

Other shopping districts to check out while in your Chicago short term housing include State Street & The Loop (Marshall Field, Sears and Old Navy), River North (home design and art shops), Lincoln Park (unique specialty shops) and Division Street (chic boutiques).

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