Best & Cool Bars in Grant Park

We've collected top 10 mentioned bars in Grant Park from other articles such as Wheretraveler, PureWow, Dymabroad, including the cool, fun, and roof top bars.

Best & Cool Bars in Grant Park

Beatrix
Beatrix
4.5 (1348 ratings)
Modern, all-day venue combining an American eatery, wine & cocktail bar & a bakery/cafe.
834 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
American restaurantBarCoffee shop
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant, and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market, and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant is the brainchild of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner, and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever, and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies and in-house pastry favorites."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
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"Restaurants American River North. A healthy-fare-meets-comfort-food concept informs the menus at this cheerful River North restaurant and, to be sure, many of the dessert offerings—like the chia pudding with coconut milk and pomegranate—cleave to this ethos. And then there’s the Oh My!"
Lula Cafe
Lula Cafe
4.7 (2061 ratings)
Inventive, market-driven food in a casual, funky space that hosts an especially popular brunch.
2537 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
New American restaurantBarBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeEclectic restaurantRestaurant
Momotaro
Momotaro
4.6 (1364 ratings)
Modern Japanese restaurant for sushi & robata, with a downstairs, Tokyo-influenced izakaya.
820 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
RestaurantBar
Sun Wah BBQ
Sun Wah BBQ
4.4 (1685 ratings)
Long-running Chinese eatery known for its Hong Kong-style BBQ dishes, plus beer & cocktails.
5039 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Chinese restaurantBar
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Sun Wah doesn’t hide what it does best with an enticing (unless you’re a vegetarian) line of ducks hanging in the window just waiting to be roasted. Sun Wah is Chinese barbecue, and the duck is the star; order it ahead of time when you make your reservation and be treated to a multicourse dinner of soup, carved bird, and fried rice, with plenty to go around for a group, and at smile-inducing prices. Once you’ve gotten the duck out of the way, carry yourself back to the sparsely decorated but charmingly simple dining room and order the juicy roast pork or any number of the Chinese favorites; repeat as necessary."
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"Check out this Chinese restaurant in downtown Chicago with an open, barrel-vaulted ceiling and a lively atmosphere. Sun Wah’s continuously growing numbers prove Chicago has an insatiable appetite for the finest Hong Kong fare with their most famous off-menu feature, the Beijing Duck Dinner."
avec Restaurant
avec Restaurant
4.6 (1473 ratings)
Inventive small & large plates served in a cozy, minimalist space with communal seating.
615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Mediterranean restaurantBarBrunch restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Goats On The Road
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"For those of you who prefer fine dining, this is more of an upscale restaurant experience. Blackbird is a restaurant where you’ll find fantastic mid-western food showcasing farm-to-table ingredients. They offer great choices for meat eaters and vegetarians alike."
Mentioned by Fodor’s Travel
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"Go to this Euro-style wine bar when you're feeling gregarious; the rather stark space has seating for only 48 people, and it's a tight fit....Read More"
Lowcountry South Loop
Lowcountry South Loop
4.3 (1078 ratings)
Southern seafood boils, cocktails & beer served in nautical surroundings with a backyard look.
1132 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Seafood restaurantBarCajun restaurantCreole restaurant
Mentioned by Food Com
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"Sure, table manners are important, but sometimes it’s even more fun to get down and dirty with your hands!. This seafood-in-a-bag spot lets kids dig into buttery garlicky seafood with digits, at casual picnic tables. Popcorn chicken, buttermilk biscuits and deep-fried Oreos make this a place your kids will likely beg to come back to."
Mentioned by American Eats
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"Lowcountry South Loop is another one of the best seafood restaurants in Chicago. Lowcountry South Loop specializes in Southern-style seafood and offers a wide variety of Cajun cuisine. Additionally, the restaurant encourages guests to wear a bib and get messy when eating their meals."
Moneygun
Moneygun
4.6 (558 ratings)
Hip, understated bar serving traditional cocktails, plus creative New American small plates.
660 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
BarCocktail bar
Mentioned by Culture Trip
Chicago's Best Rooftop Bars
"California meets Chicago at Ballast Point, equipped with an on-site brewing room. Nearly 40 beers are available on tap – from fruity and spicy iterations to rich and malty ones – which should be consumed on the cavernous rooftop with space for over a hundred people. You can fill a growler to take away or stick around and nibble on doughy, salt-crusted pretzels."
Fado Irish Pub
Fado Irish Pub
4.5 (1706 ratings)
A traditional Irish atmosphere, with Guinness, whiskey & pub food faves, plus European soccer on TV.
100 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Irish pubBarRestaurantSports bar
Mentioned by Chicago 4 days itinerary
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"My boyfriend and I particularly enjoyed Fado Irish Pub, simply for the atmosphere (and of course the drinks). My favorite part was actually listening to Aaron Wilhoft perform live on Friday nights. If he happens to not be there when you visit Chicago, you can see what you missed on his website."
ROOH Chicago Progressive Indian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
ROOH Chicago Progressive Indian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
4.4 (538 ratings)
Swanky Indian restaurant serving elegantly plated, contemporary fare with Southern Asian cocktails.
736 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Indian restaurantBarLounge
Mentioned by Secret Chicago
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"Vegan options aren’t always endless and if you’re a tried and tested vegan you’ve likely covered a fair few on this list so we’ve reserved the last spot for Rooh. The Indian restaurant in West Loop prides itself on its progressive Indian cuisine. The menu offers an array of exquisite moderately-priced dishes merging exquisite regional flavors and modern gastronomic techniques."
Motor Row Brewing
Motor Row Brewing
4.6 (143 ratings)4.5 (25 ratings)
Microbrewery for seasonal beers in a warehouselike space with a tasting room & upstairs taproom.
2337 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
BreweryFood & DrinkBarEvent venue
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Motor Row Brewery is located in Chicago’s historic Motor Row neighborhood|Courtesy of Motor Row Brewery. Frank Lassandrello, the head brewer of Motor Row, learned the tricks of his trade while at college in Vermont, creating home brews with his roommate. It wasn’t until 2007 that Lassandrello partnered with his son and purchased a space in Chicago’s historic Motor Row neighborhood to start his own legitimate brewery."
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"German influence meets Midwestern hospitality at Motor Row Brewing. Located in an historic landmark warehouse building, Motor Row Brewing takes you back in time to when the neighborhood was home to Chicago’s auto industry. It offers extended seasonal releases (including a series of easy-drinking Belgian-style ales, perfect for summer), plus collaborations and experimental one-offs."
Mentioned by hoodline.com
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"Michigan Ave. (between 24th and 23rd streets), the brewery is the highest-rated brewery in Chicago, boasting 4.5 stars out of 80 reviews on Yelp."

Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Grant Park

Lurie Garden
Lurie Garden
4.8 (131 ratings)4.5 (108 ratings)
5 acres of Millennium Park dedicated to eco-friendly botanical landscaping with city views.
220 E. Monroe St This is NOT mailing address, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
GardenNature & Parks
Jackson Bark
Jackson Bark
4.8 (505 ratings)5 (31 ratings)
6000 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
Dog parkNature & ParksParks
Lincoln Park Conservatory
Lincoln Park Conservatory
4.8 (2461 ratings)4.5 (680 ratings)
Thousands of plants, from tropical species to seasonal flowers, in a glass-domed structure.
2391 N Stockton Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Botanical gardenNature & ParksParkGardens

Cultural Center in Grant Park

South Shore Cultural Center
South Shore Cultural Center
4.5 (1408 ratings)
Landmark building (with solarium, theater, culinary institute & restaurant) plus a 65-acre park.
7059 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649, USA
Cultural center
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"Originally built as the South Shore Country Club, this South Side icon was penned by architects Marshall and Fox in 1905. Purchased by the Chicago Park District in 1975 and renamed as the South Shore Cultural Center, the landmarked Mediterranean Revival building features painstakingly restored historic details, a grandiose ballroom, and golf course. It remains a popular venue for weddings and other large events."
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"The South Shore Cultural Center is a great example of what the South Side has to offer. The sprawling landscape surrounding the center features manicured gardens, a golf course, nature paths, a butterfly garden, and picnic areas. Next to the former country club is a wild, overgrown nature preserve with a fire circle and views of Lake Michigan and the city."
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"Located only a few minutes south from Hyde Park's Museum of Science & Industry, the South Shore Cultural Center has been an iconic structure in the neighborhood since 1905. Throughout the summer it focuses on rich programming that is free to all. Entertainment ranges from West African dance performances to live jazz or classical music."
Chicago History Museum
Chicago History Museum
4.6 (2042 ratings)4.5 (1035 ratings)
Photos, artifacts, newsreels & dioramas bring to life historical events, architecture & more.
1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
History museumMuseumsCultural centerLocal history museum
Chicago Cultural Center
Chicago Cultural Center
4.7 (4856 ratings)4.5 (2824 ratings)
Free art & shows in an 1897 Beaux-Arts building with vaulted lobby, mosaics & 2 stained-glass domes.
78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
Cultural centerShoppingArt centerArt GalleriesArchitectural Buildings

Best Cake Places in Grant Park

Nothing Bundt Cakes
Nothing Bundt Cakes
4.8 (95 ratings)
Bakery chain with bundt cakes ranging from bite-sized to tiered, plus platters, candles & cards.
1953 N Clybourn Ave Suite G, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
BakeryCake shop
Reuter's Bakery
Reuter's Bakery
4.3 (150 ratings)
Veteran shop with over 85 years of Chicagoland service making fanciful cakes, cookies & pastries.
7177 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60707, USA
BakeryCake shopWedding bakery
Chiu Quon Bakery & Dim Sum
Chiu Quon Bakery & Dim Sum
4.3 (363 ratings)
Longtime, no-frills Chinese bakery turning out sweet & savory buns, egg tarts & made-to-order cakes.
2253 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Chinese bakeryBakeryCake shopDim sum restaurant
Mentioned by The Infatuation
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"Chiu Quon in Chinatown is the original location of this classic Chinese bakery (the other is in Uptown). And though we love them both, we can’t think of a better place to stop for a snack while walking around Chicago’s Chinatown. Anything from their pastry case will be delicious, such as the pork buns, sponge cakes, sesame balls, egg custards, and much more."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Bakeries in Chicago
"Chinatown’s Chiu Quon Bakery & Dim Sum hits the spot with their BBQ pork buns and, more importantly, cakes: cream cake, chocolate cake, tiramisu, chestnut cake and more. That said, their mixed fruit cake is a fan-favorite. This cash-only bakery has a counter and some tables off to the side, but otherwise isn’t adorned or decorated in any specific style."
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
Breads, Cakes and Pastries in Chicago: Where to Find the Best
"The oldest bakery in Chinatown has been at it for more than three decades. Peruse the cases to discover rows and rows of Chinese pastries that include barbecue pork buns, egg custard tarts, and butterfly cookies. The affordable price points — most items are a dollar or less — mean folks are able to fill up a whole box with goodies for just a few bucks."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Grant Park

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3.8 (4 reviews)
Cozy West Town 2BR with Full Kitchen by Zencity
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$90 /night
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Residence Inn Marriott Chicago Midway
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$210 /night
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