Best Rated Movie Theaters in Hometown

We've collected top 10 mentioned theaters in Hometown from other articles such as The Crazy Tourist, VacationIdea, 48 hours in downtown Chicago: Day 2.

Best Rated Movie Theaters in Hometown

Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Chicago Shakespeare Theater
4.8 (990 ratings)5 (595 ratings)
Performance venue specializing in the works of Shakespeare & like-minded dramatists, old & new.
800 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"Based on Navy Pier, this adored non-profit theatre company has done as much as anyone to help keep Chicago on the cultural map over the last 30 years. In short order the theatre has earned three Laurence Olivier Awards, as well as a regional Tony in 2008. Its main aim is to introduce people to the works of William Shakespeare, through school tours, summer plays in parks and productions at its own majestic venue, adding up to 600 performances a year."
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"We know, it might seem like a stretch to include a theater—and Shakespeare, no less—on a kid’s map. But the Navy Pier’s Chicago Shakespeare Theater showcases a ton of kid-friendly performances, including shorter 75-minute abridged productions geared toward families and students. Check their website for the latest shows and schedules."
Lookingglass Theatre Company
Lookingglass Theatre Company
4.8 (441 ratings)5 (432 ratings)
Visually oriented theater specializing in original shows & contemporary literary adaptations.
821 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsNon-profit organizationTheaters
The Chicago Theatre
The Chicago Theatre
4.7 (5997 ratings)4.5 (740 ratings)
French Baroque-style 3,600-seat auditorium showcasing national musical & comedy acts since 1921.
175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Mentioned by Chicago 3 days itinerary
3 Day Chicago Itinerary For First-Time Visitors
"For theatre lovers, check out a performance at The Chicago Theatre. If you feel like doing an activity, head to 10pin Bowling Lounge under the Marina Towers north of the Chicago River. They offer a selection of beers and upscale snacks."
Beverly Arts Center
Beverly Arts Center
4.6 (127 ratings)5 (12 ratings)
2407 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 60655, USA
Art centerShoppingArt schoolConcert hallEvent venueNon-profit organizationArt GalleriesTheaters
Mentioned by Expedia Viewfinder
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"The Beverly Arts Center is a multifaceted space that hosts regular programs on dance, film, theater and music. There is also a gallery space here that presents a rotating and diverse program of visual arts. Past exhibits have included works by local Chicago cartoonists, printmakers, photographers and painters, as well as programs focused on the LGBTQ community."
Fine Arts Building
Fine Arts Building
4.7 (514 ratings)4.5 (29 ratings)
Artists' studios in a historic 1885 building with Art Nouveau-era murals & a vintage elevator.
410 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Art centerSights & LandmarksArt galleryArchitectural BuildingsTheaters
Auditorium Theatre
Auditorium Theatre
4.6 (1388 ratings)4.5 (11 ratings)
A theater in the grand old style, this 1889 architectural gem stages dance, ballet & rock shows.
50 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Performing arts theaterSights & LandmarksAuditoriumConcert hallDance hallArchitectural BuildingsTheaters
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Chicago
"Hunkered down across from Grant Park, this 110,000-ton granite-and-limestone behemoth was an instant star when it debuted in 1899, and…"
Theater on the Lake
Theater on the Lake
4.6 (590 ratings)3.5 (19 ratings)
Year-round program of contemporary plays presented in a restored 1920s-era building with lake views.
2401 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Event venueConcerts & ShowsRestaurantTheaters
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Lincoln ParkThe views don’t get much better than Theatre on the Lake, where your outdoor table is parked just steps from the softly crashing waves of Lake Michigan. With seating for 80 and a focused selection of entrées from chicken tinga tacos to brisket dip, Theatre on the Lake continues to serve as something of a mental health break come to life. Stop by for weekend brunch served from 10 am to 3 pm.How to book: Reserve via OpenTable."
The Vic Theatre
The Vic Theatre
4.4 (1438 ratings)4 (60 ratings)
Century-old 5-story vaudeville theater (with 3 bars) that features live music & cult/classic movies.
3145 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
Event venueConcerts & ShowsLive music venueMovie theaterTheaters
Music Box Theatre
Music Box Theatre
4.8 (1989 ratings)4.5 (49 ratings)
Elegant 1929 movie theater offering foreign & independent films, plus festivals & midnight movies.
3733 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
Movie theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Chicago
"Southport's main claim to fame is this 1929 movie house, which shows independent and classic films on its two screens. Live organ music…"
The House Theatre of Chicago
The House Theatre of Chicago
5 (12 ratings)4.5 (11 ratings)
1543 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters

Top Best American Restaurants in Hometown

The Kitchen American Bistro
The Kitchen American Bistro
4.3 (967 ratings)
Local ingredients feature in modern American dishes at this rustic-chic spot with an open kitchen.
316 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantBar & grill
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
10 Chicago Restaurants with Great Views of the City
"Residing comfortably along the riverfront is this relaxed American hotspot. If you’re looking for a Chicago restaurant with a view to bring a date, this destination offers a beautiful upward perspective of the buildings across the water. It’s easy to get a pleasant kind of vertigo from checking out all of the surrounding architecture."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 23 best waterfront dining spots in Chicago
"Restaurants American River North. No matter the season, this sweet riverfront restaurant offers unparalleled views of the city. Come summer, a narrow patio along the water gives guests an eyeful of the Riverwalk and the surrounding skyscrapers."
GEMINI
GEMINI
4.6 (442 ratings)
Casual neighborhood eatery & bar with modern American bistro dishes & live lounge music.
2075 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
American restaurantBrunch restaurantCocktail bar
Funkenhausen
Funkenhausen
4.7 (475 ratings)
German classics get a Southern spin from an open kitchen in a stylized beer-hall setting.
1709 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantBeer hallEvent venueGerman restaurantSouthern restaurant (US)Wine bar
Mentioned by VacationIdea
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"Funkenhausen is a unique Chicago eatery that opened in 2018 in the city's West Town district, housed within a restored 1920s-era building that once housed a warehouse and gymnasium. The restaurant is helmed by executive chef Mark Steuer, who draws upon his German heritage and upbringing in South Carolina to create unique fusion fare offerings at brunch and dinner. A charming bier hall atmosphere was designed by Daniel Boyd, featuring high arched ceilings, playful brass light fixtures, and unique decor elements like cuckoo clocks and vintage travel posters."
Mentioned by Esrock Partners
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"It may sound like a strange twist to combine “German heritage” with “Southern hospitality”, but Chef Mark Steuer makes it work in the most fabulous way. At this modern beer hall you’ll find German classics like Weisswurst and Sturgeon Pastrami, along with a “whole mess of chicken” under the menu’s “big as funk” category. Enjoy dining in this restored 1920s warehouse featuring cuckoo clocks vintage signage and the restaurant’s wild boar mascot, Ernest “Hamingway”."

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Hometown

875 North Michigan Avenue
875 North Michigan Avenue
4.6 (14710 ratings)5 (8 ratings)
Skyscraper observation deck offering panoramic city views from 1,000 feet up, plus food & drink.
875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
BuildingSights & LandmarksArchitectural Buildings
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"It is difficult to visualize the Chicago skyline without the famous supertall, formerly named John Hancock Center, now known by its address. Sharing many similarities with the Willis Tower, the SOM-designed skyscraper is perhaps the best example of structural expressionism. Rising 1,128 feet to the roof and nearly 1,500 feet to the tip of its twin antennas, the building was one of the tallest buildings in the world when it was completed in 1969."
Mentioned by TripSavvy
Chicago's Most Impressive Architecture
"875 North Michigan, previously known as the John Hancock Center, was built by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. The tapered design of the building, with huge X-bracing on the exterior, makes this building stand out from the pack. Tourists flock to this building to visit the 360 CHICAGO observation deck, which offers panoramic views of the city and Lake Michigan."
Mentioned by Chicago 3 days itinerary
The Perfect Itinerary for 3 Days in Chicago
"The Signature Room is on the 95th floor of the John Hancock Building. The views over Navy Pier and the entire downtown area are nothing short of spectacular."
Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary
Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary
4.7 (897 ratings)5 (6 ratings)
Quiet preserve for a wide variety of migrating songbirds & butterflies offering a skyline view.
Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Bird watching areaNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"Tucked away at the edge of Lincoln Park that juts out into Lake Michigan, the Montrose Bird Sanctuary is a 15-acre wooded respite that features a few peaceful mulch-covered hiking trails to stroll through. What was once a site of Army barracks from the ’50s to the ’70s is now one of the best places in the area to spot a few of the tens of thousands of migratory birds from more than 300 different species that reportedly stop for some green space along their trek along the lake. Within the sanctuary, a 150-yard stretch of honeysuckle bushes has been nicknamed “The Magic Hedge,” because it attracts an especially high number of migratory birds."
Mentioned by Thrillist
The 10 Best Spots for a Nature Escape in Chicago
"UptownThis more laid-back section of Montrose Beach is both a dune habitat and a bird sanctuary, as well as one of the best spots for trail hiking in the city with killer skyline views. If that’s not enough, there’s also a beach bar. And a damn fine beach bar at that."
Chicago Board of Trade Building
Chicago Board of Trade Building
4.5 (739 ratings)4.5 (108 ratings)
Art deco skyscraper with a pinnacle statue of Ceres, Chicago's tallest building from 1930 to 1965.
141 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
Business centerSights & LandmarksArchitectural Buildings

Best Fast Food Restaurants in Hometown

Zel's Roast Beef
Zel's Roast Beef
4.3 (605 ratings)
6909 Columbia Ave, Hammond, IN 46324, USA
Fast food restaurant
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"A part of Indiana’s culinary scene for the past 45 years, Zel’s Roast Beef is housed in a charming yellow building, which has become a landmark in the city. Frequently ordered dishes from their menu include not only their famous roast beef sandwiches on. bread, but also their grilled chicken sandwich, their hot dogs, their Polish sausage, their classic milkshakes, and their chili-cheese fries."
Fred and jack's
Fred and jack's
4.1 (1484 ratings)
Veteran counter-serve joint offering breakfast classics plus burritos, sandwiches & more.
7600 S Yale Ave, Chicago, IL 60620, USA
Fast food restaurant
Mr D's Shish-Kabobs
Mr D's Shish-Kabobs
4.8 (709 ratings)
Family-owned counter-serve offering burgers, kebabs, sausages & steak sandwiches in a humble setup.
6656 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60707, USA
Fast food restaurant
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
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"The city’s finest shish kabobs are found on the Northwest Side at this mom-and-pop joint. Owners Mike and Ann Antonopoulos set up shop in Montclare back in the ‘60s and have gained a cult following over the decades for their sandwiches. The shish kabobs are marinated in a special sauce, charred on the grill, and served on a French roll with onions and tomatoes."

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