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Guide to Chicago

Guide to Chicago

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Created by CollegeFashionista • Updated On: Enero 14, 2014

Style Guru Amanya Maloba shows us around her favorite haunts in the Windy City. Follow along for the perfect Chicago experience.

Mindy's Hot Chocolate is one of Guide to Chicago.

1. Mindy's Hot Chocolate

1747 N Damen Ave (at W Willow St), Chicago, IL
Confitería · Bucktown · 199 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: Dinner and/or Dessert at Mindy's Hot Chocolate because they have great cheeseburger and creative desserts. The location is also in Wicker and close to a few bars if you want the night to keep going.

The Wormhole Coffee is one of Guide to Chicago.

2. The Wormhole Coffee

9.2
1462 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Honore St), Chicago, IL
Cafetería · Wicker Park · 249 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: The Wormhole is great to study in because it has large tables, free wifi, great music and coffee. The '80s theme is more unique than the average coffee shop.

3. Hendrickx Belgian Bread Crafter

8.4
100 E Walton St (btwn N Rush St & N Lake Shore Dr), Chicago, IL
Panadería · Streeterville · 62 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: Hendrickx Belgian Bread Crafter has really good bread, pastries, chocolate and macarons

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria is one of Guide to Chicago.

4. Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

8.9
1120 N State St (btwn Elm St & Maple St), Chicago, IL
Pizzería · Near North Side · 168 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: Lou Malnati's is a great place to get Chicago deep dish.

Reggie's Trainwreck Rooftop Deck is one of Guide to Chicago.

5. Reggie's Trainwreck Rooftop Deck

8.2
2107 S State St, Chicago, IL
Bar al aire libre · South Loop · 24 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: Reggies is my favorite place to see a show, or drink on the rooftop terrace when the weather permits it.

Trenchermen is one of Guide to Chicago.

6. Trenchermen

2039 W North Ave, Chicago, IL
Restaurante de nueva cocina americana · Wicker Park · 100 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: Trenchermen is good for cocktails and small bites with a cozy environment perfect for a date.

Birchwood Kitchen is one of Guide to Chicago.

7. Birchwood Kitchen

2211 W North Ave (btwn Leavitt St. & Bell Ave.), Chicago, IL
Café · Bucktown · 99 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: Birchwood Kitchen has fresh ingredients and their specials change according to what is in season. It has a neighborhood feel and relaxed, ideal for a slow weekend.

8. The Silver Room

1442 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Joyería · Wicker Park · 11 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: The Silver Room in Wicker Park is great for picking up unique finds from local Chicago artists. They also feature photographs and artwork for sale.

Instituto de Arte de Chicago is one of Guide to Chicago.

9. Instituto de Arte de Chicago

9.5
(The Art Institute of Chicago)
111 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe St & Jackson Dr), Chicago, IL
Museo de arte · Grant Park · 686 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: The Art Institute harbors incrdible wearable and visual art sure to inspire any number of outfits. It's my favorite place in the city.

Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread & Wine is one of Guide to Chicago.

10. Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread & Wine

53 E Lake St (at N Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
Tienda gourmet · The Loop · 83 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: Lunch from Pastoral then hit up the Art Institute. Pastoral has great sandwiches and the Art Institute is the best place to spend a Saturday afternoon.

Promontory Point Park is one of Guide to Chicago.

11. Promontory Point Park

9.3
5491 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL
Parque · East Hyde Park · 32 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: I love running along the lake from 57th Street near the Promitory Point through the 31st Street exit and back. It's incredibly beautiful at sunset (and sunrise!).

Medici on 57th is one of Guide to Chicago.

12. Medici on 57th

8.7
1327 E 57th St (btwn S Kimbark Ave & S Kenwood Ave), Chicago, IL
Panadería · Hyde Park · 111 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: Tried and true, the croissants at the Medici on 57th are well worth the walk from campus as they're super buttery and dense.

Bad Wolf Coffee is one of Guide to Chicago.

13. Bad Wolf Coffee

3422 N Lincoln Ave (btwn Roscoe St. & Newport Ave.), Chicago, IL
Cafetería · Lakeview · 26 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: Bad Wolf Coffee is a good place for coffee, conversation and delicious pastries.

GT Fish and Oyster is one of Guide to Chicago.

14. GT Fish and Oyster

531 N Wells St (at Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Marisquería · River North · 195 tips y reseñas

CollegeFashionistaCollegeFashionista: GT Fish and Oyster because it is a great seafood option in a city filled with great meat restaurants.The dishes are smaller in size so it's good for sharing.