Brian's suggestion: Patty melt.

Leah's suggestion: Chicken fried chicken. Share if possible, or plan to have leftovers!

There are a couple of locations scattered across the city, so go to the one closest to you. Try one of their seasonal fresh-squeezed juices and add a shot of vodka because you deserve it AND you're on vacation!

Indulge in the bar that brought Brian to Chicago and is the reason that Brian and Leah met! Make sure to take an ice shot (or two) for us!

Start with either the fried garlic chicken sambal OR the tempura shrimp and goki buns. Then slurp your way to happiness with a big bowl of flavorful ramen.

Top choices: umami and pozolmen. Leah prefers the wavy noodles and Brian prefers the hakata noodle.

Make a reservation. I repeat, make a reservation. If you don't, make sure to get there right when they open. You may just luck out if you have a small group.

A food court in Chicago's West Loop area where you’ll find a hand-selected array of everything you could want to eat, drink, and see in Chicago is all under one roof.

Skip the long wait times and over-crowded Au Cheval and treat yourself to the stripped-down menu at Small Cheval where you'll only find burgers and fries. If it's a nice day/night, you're in luck because all of the locations have great patios!

Laid-back vibes with great fried chicken and sides. If you're feeling adventurous, try the Picklespritz cocktail and save room for a slice of the BANG BANG pie.

Feeling like BBQ? Head here. Don't second guess it.

If you want an exotic escape from the city with riverfront seating look no further than Beatnik. This place boasts Mediterranean-inspired bites with tropical cocktails. Reservations are usually needed to sit riverfront, so plan ahead!

No trip to Chicago is complete without shamelessly stuffing your face with a dipped Italian beef w/ giardiniera, a Chicago dog, OR the baby back ribs. Make sure to save room for a slice of their chocolate cake!

Craving Chinese food? Go here. Get an iced oolong milk tea with boba afterward and thank us later.

Across the street from Big Star tacos, this intimate establishment serves up pre-prohibition style libations and small bites.

Intimate 13th-floor lounge atop the art deco Robey hotel with chic cocktails & sweeping views.

No frills CASH ONLY bar with a stellar patio where you can catch some live music!

Super chill bar that plays good music. If you're hungry, check out the attached restaurant Sunnygun with a laid-back patio oasis.

Rooftop drinking and dining with indoor and outdoor seating. Reservations are highly recommended for the weekend!

Another rooftop option with indoor/outdoor seating with amazing skyline views.

If you want to feed your creative mind while you're in the city take a couple of hours to stroll through!

Looking for a FREE activity? Take a stroll along the riverwalk and stop at Tiny Tapp & Cafe if you're thirsty!

Yearning to learn more about Chicago's rich architectural history? Hop aboard one of the three Wendella tours: a 90-min river tour, a 45-min river tour, or do both the lake & river.