Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Downtown Chicago

We've collected top 10 mentioned romantic places in Downtown Chicago from other articles such as Cozymeal, MommyPoppins, Food52, including restaurants, getaways and things to do spots.

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Downtown Chicago

The Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago
4.8 (23445 ratings)5 (22413 ratings)
Renowned art museum holding nearly 300,000 works from all over the world, spanning many centuries.
111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
MuseumArt museum
Field Museum
Field Museum
4.7 (15781 ratings)4.5 (8089 ratings)
State-of-the-art museum of science & invention, with the world's largest Tyrannosaurus Rex.
1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
MuseumNatural history museumScience museumSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Museum Hack
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"The Field Museum of Natural History is one of the biggest natural history museums in the world. The Field Museum is considered a leader in its scientific and educational programming. The Field Museum's permanent collection includes more than 24 million different specimens, including fossils, meteorites, and gems."
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
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"The Field Museum has come along way since 1893 when it was built for the World’s Columbian Exposition. This place is truly a natural history heaven with towering dinos, Egyptian tomb jewels, and so many more archaeological gems. It’s even home to the world’s largest T-Rex."
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
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"The big thing to see these days is literally big: Maximo the Titanosaur, the largest dinosaur that ever lived. And, the world's most famous T. Rex, Sue, got the royal treatment with brand new digs on the 2nd floor."
Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium
4.6 (25232 ratings)4 (9031 ratings)
State-of-the-art indoor aquarium, famous for its variety of habitats & views of Lake Michigan.
1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
AquariumZoos & AquariumsHistorical landmarkLearning center
Mentioned by Upstairs Downstairs Cleaning Service
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"Located at lake shore Dr Chicago, this all-ages outing is great for anyone who loves the water or the creatures that live in it. The tanks here are so large that there are some unexpectedly large guests living here – whales!. It’s an experience your kids will never forget."
Mentioned by Chicago 4 days itinerary
Chicago 4 Day Itinerary: A Long Weekend in Chicago, Illinois, USA
"Shedd aquarium was at one point in time the world’s largest indoor aquarium and the most visited aquarium in the United States. While it no longer holds those records, it is still one of the most visited cultural attractions in Chicago."
Millennium Park
Millennium Park
4.8 (58155 ratings)4.5 (22489 ratings)
24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater.
201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksHistoric Walking AreasPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Navy Pier
Navy Pier
4.6 (50660 ratings)4 (13593 ratings)
Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Sights & LandmarksAmusement centerCultural centerEvent venuePiers & BoardwalksTheme Parks
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
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"As one of the most visited tourist spots in Chicago, Navy Pier offers a variety of activities and attractions designed just for kids, including:. With so many things to do in one spot, plan to spend at least half a day at Navy Pier to get the full experience and give your toddler a chance to explore. Navy Pier also hosts an assortment of events and festivals year-round."
Mentioned by Attractions of America
Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Chicago, Illinois
"Navy Pier combines everything you could ever hope for in an area of a city you're visiting, and it has placed it right on the shores of Lake Michigan. There are shops, places to eat, boat tours, mini golf and a Ferris wheel. You might also find the Children's Museum of interest if you're there with family."
Reza's Restaurant
Reza's Restaurant
4.2 (1545 ratings)
Mediterranean/Persian menu (much of it vegetarian) & lunch buffet served in a bright, airy space.
5255 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Persian restaurantBarMediterranean restaurantMiddle Eastern restaurantRestaurant
Adler Planetarium
Adler Planetarium
4.3 (1340 ratings)4 (1931 ratings)
Interactive exhibits & high-tech sky shows entertain stargazers, lakefront views are a bonus.
1300 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
PlanetariumMuseumsObservatories & PlanetariumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Chicago 1 day itinerary
1-day Chicago Itinerary
"Just beyond the aquarium is the Adler Planetarium, which when constructed in 1930 became America's first planetarium. The building is more than a museum; it is a laboratory, a classroom, and a community exploring the Universe together. Each year half a million visitors experience the museum's interactive exhibitions, live planetarium shows, hands-on educational programs, and world-class collections."
Mentioned by Chicago 2 days itinerary
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"Finish your ride at the waterfront behind the Alder Planetarium, for your very last photography stop. With dreamy views of the skyline framed by the glittering lake, it’s considered one of the best spots in the city to watch the sunset and makes for the perfect ending to a whirlwind Chicago getaway."
Mentioned by Chicago 3 days itinerary
3 Day Chicago Itinerary For First-Time Visitors
"Art Institute of Chicago* – Fast PassOR Adler Planetarium* – VIP Entry *Your CityPASS tickets include the option for you to choose between two attractions. There’s no need to decide upfront where you’d like to visit. You can choose when you get there."
Elizabeth
Elizabeth
4.8 (193 ratings)
Funky kitchen with communal fine-dining on foraged ingredients, via tasting menus reserved online.
4835 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USA
American restaurant
The Piggery
The Piggery
4.2 (750 ratings)
Casual, lively restaurant with many TVs highlights a pork-driven menu plus American comfort food.
1625 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
Hamburger restaurantBarBar & grillPizza restaurantRestaurant
Morton's The Steakhouse
Morton's The Steakhouse
4.4 (1232 ratings)
Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.
65 E Wacker Pl, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantFamily restaurantSteak house

Best Pancakes in Downtown Chicago

STACKED - Oak Lawn
STACKED - Oak Lawn
4.3 (1785 ratings)
Novel breakfast dishes, such as red-velvet pancakes, plus lunch fare served in a casual setting.
5273 W 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
Pancake restaurantBreakfast restaurantLunch restaurantRestaurant
Sander's Family Restaurant & Pancake House
Sander's Family Restaurant & Pancake House
4.3 (1026 ratings)
Casual diner-style eatery serving breakfast any time plus American, Greek & Italian fare.
5320 Touhy Ave, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
Family restaurantPancake restaurantRestaurant
Cozy Corner Restaurant and Pancake House
Cozy Corner Restaurant and Pancake House
4.5 (2152 ratings)
Bustling diner serving breakfast, sandwiches & comfort-food entrees in casual digs since 1977.
2294 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
Breakfast restaurantPancake restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
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"Great service and an excellent environment; Logan square is a nice slice of heaven on earth. The employees and staff are always friendly and attentive, a..."

Best Beach in Downtown Chicago

Oak Street Beach
Oak Street Beach
4.8 (149 ratings)4.5 (339 ratings)
This sandy city beach on Lake Michigan allows swimming when lifeguards are present.
Illinois 60611, USA
BeachNature & Parks
Humboldt Park Beach
Humboldt Park Beach
4.5 (1208 ratings)
1400 N Humboldt Dr, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Beach
Foster Beach
Foster Beach
4.6 (1063 ratings)
Accessible sandy lakefront beach with lifeguards, restrooms, WiFi access & parking.
Illinois 60660, USA
Beach

Best Takeout Food Restaurants in Downtown Chicago

Homeslice
Homeslice
4.5 (1588 ratings)
Imaginative thin-crust pizzas & beer in a rustic-style lodge room with tree-trunk tables & TVs.
938 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Pizza restaurantAmerican restaurantBarBrewpubCatererGluten-free restaurantPizza deliveryPizza TakeoutSalad shopVegan restaurant
Mentioned by PureWow
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"Working from home all day and eager to get out of the house?. Hop off the Brown Line at Armitage and post up at this tucked-away spot. You’ll forget your work blues quickly when you call your quarantine pod to share some pizza, beer and—most important—late-afternoon sunshine."
Mentioned by Spoon University
The 50 Best Foods to Eat in Chicago
"Because Chicago has non-deep dish pizza too and it is just as heavenly. Their pizza selections are rivaled by none, so good luck choosing just one."
Bartoli's Pizzeria & Catering - West Town
Bartoli's Pizzeria & Catering - West Town
4.5 (65 ratings)
658 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Pizza restaurantCatering food and drink supplierPizza deliveryPizza Takeout
Mentioned by Vox Creative Next
12 of Chicago’s Best Restaurants for Ordering Takeout
"Those craving Chicago-style deep dish pizza will love this Roscoe Village joint, where the team spent more than a year perfecting their tomato-herb sauce. Find it layered between a cracker-thin crust and generous handfuls of Wisconsin cheese, where every slice you grab can pull apart for what feels like miles. Visit on game day, and order a signature pie or make your own creation, since nearly 20 kinds of toppings await."
Blaze Pizza
Blaze Pizza
4.5 (548 ratings)
Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.
24 S Clinton St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Pizza restaurantFamily restaurantPizza Takeout
Mentioned by Spoon University
The 50 Best Foods to Eat in Chicago
"At Blaze, you can completely customize your pizza and have it cooked in under three minutes. The build-your-own pizza options offers unlimited toppings free of charge, so if you’re really adventurous you can add every single topping on the menu. However you eat your pizza, you’re sure to have it your way at Blaze."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Downtown Chicago

Level Chicago – Old Town
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$667 /night
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InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, an IHG Hotel
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$274 /night
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Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop
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$244 /night
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