What to do in Chicago?

[astroview]

All the hotels downtown are generally good, I've stated at the Swissotel and Sheraton and was happy. Generally anything near the loop (downtown) is fine, if you go South maybe you'll get better deals but it will probably be less safe.

Guess go with what fits you is best. Update us with how your trip goes.

 

[conjur]

Swissotel is kind of off the beaten path unless you're comfortable with cabs. Well, not off the beaten path but it's not conducive to easy walks up/down Michigan Ave. Stayed there on my last visit. I've normally stayed in the Grant Park area (usually, the Chicago Hilton and Towers). Once stayed at the Palmer House and it was beautiful but our room was TINY.

And, I can't believe no one's mentioned STEAK in this thread!

Lawry's
Morton's

And, from what I've read as being the best steak in Chicago (and after having tasted it am inclined to agree!):

Harry Caray's

WW was that a great steak!

 

[MisfitsFiend]

MisfitsFiend, your wife is expensive!

hey tk149, I am the wife...err...will be by the end of this August...

-mf

 

[MC]

We are going to stay at the Palmer House Hilton at 17 East Monroe Street

I hope it's centered between all the sites we going to see.

 

Check out a place called "Via Carducci", 1419 West Fullerton.
-Excellent - italian cuisine, all hand made pasta and sauce, seasonal/local specials.

 

[MC]

Originally posted by: SammySon
Check out a place called "Via Carducci", 1419 West Fullerton.
-Excellent - italian cuisine, all hand made pasta and sauce, seasonal/local specials.

cool

 

[Zrom999]

Get one of those famous "Chicago Typewriters" and the possibilities for fun would be endless.

 

[MC]