Becky & David
Becky & David
Things to Do
Fine-Dining Favorites
In the mood for an outstanding meal? These standout spots deliver elevated cuisine, impeccable service, and the kind of dining experience worth savoring.
Armitage Alehouse
This is our favorite restaurant in the city! Incredible British tavern with Indian cuisine too, but please note you need to book 2 weeks in advance!
Avli River North
If Becky had it her way, this Mediterranean spot would be catering the wedding...
Bavette's Bar & Boeuf
A Chicago favorite that executes steakhouse classics with a modern twist. Similar to its fellow Hogsalt establishment, book before they fill up!
Ema
Focused on light, Mediterranean-style cooking. Delicious mezze choices for all diets!
Galit
This Israeli spot earned its Michelin star just weeks before we celebrated Becky's birthday here our first year dating. Its pre-fixe menu never fails to impress!
Girl & The Goat
Every Chicagoan knows this famed restaurant from Stephanie Izard - and it immediately made David's top 3 before we even left.
Sunda New Asian - River North
Delicious Asian fusion that never disappoints!
Notable Noshes
Craving something tasty without the fuss? Check out our favorite casual spots to grab a quick bite, from local gems to laid-back eats worth noshing on.
BienMeSabe Venezuelan Arepa Bar
Phenomenal arepas and Venezuelan cuisine. You'd be hard pressed to find better yucca too.
Little Goat Diner
The best restaurant in our neighborhood - and one of our favorite casual places in Chicago!
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Deep dish pizza. 'Nough said
Mindy’s Bakery
Fun, creative, and scrumptious! Favorite bakery in Chicago!
Schneider Deli
Small Cheval - Gold Coast
A classic Chicago burger joint for a casual bite
Tempo Cafe
A Meritt family brunch favorite since 2006!
Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe
Sweet treats and brunch for every palate! Two more locations are just a short Uber/Lyft away.
Yolk - Marina City
This tasty brunch joint has a couple of locations nearby
Adventures 'Round Town
Architecture River Tour
Half Acre Beer Co
You'll find Half Acre - David's favorite Chicago brewer - in nearly every bar in River North, but you can venture north for their brewery if you don't mind a drive
Kingston Mines
One of the oldest blues bars outside of New Orleans, this place rocks two stages with live music every night. Worth a visit (despite the cover charge)!
Magnificent Mile
Shopping for all of the big, designer brands
Second City Main Stage
A great laugh at one of the world's top improv theaters where many comedic greats hit it big