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In the Lincoln Park Neighborhood

Contact Guest House: 312-751-2202 or info@LincolnParkGuestHouse.com

The Guest House is in the spot center of the Lincoln Park neighborhood, next to DePaul University, easy walking distance to fabulous shopping (scores of boutiques and national chains), restaurants, live theatre and music venues, parks, and a 10-15 minute taxi or CTA train ride to the Loop, Millennium Park and Magnificent Mile. Major CTA stop, Fullerton Station, is two blocks away. It is all happening in Chicago's hottest neighborhood: walk a few blocks to the Steppenwolf Theatre (featuring Hollywood's finest) or shop in the city's best boutiques.

The gardens at Lincoln Park Conservatory, 2391 N Stockton Dr, 1/2 mile east

LIVE THEATRE:

Apollo Theater – 2540 N Lincoln, 773-935-6100
Royal George Theatre Center – 1641 N Halsted, 312-988-9000
Steppenwolf Theatre – 1650 N Halsted, 312-335-1650
Victory Gardens Theaters:
Main stage at the Biograph – 2433 N Lincoln, 773-871-3000
The Greenhouse– 2257 N Lincoln, 773-871-3000

RESTAURANTS:

Within a few blocks is a full spectrum of eateries. The 2200 and 2300 blocks of North Lincoln Avenue are lined with far more dining options than listed below: Vietnamese cuisine to bars offering delectable menus and expansive brews. *Also recommended for breakfast.

Alinea Restaurant – 1723 N Halsted, 773-867-0110, open Wednesdays to Sundays; rated #1 restaurant in the United States, Michelin three-star.
The Athenian Room – 807 W Webster, 773-348-5155
Greek food done right at this favorite of the locals. Get the chicken kalamata. Tina Fey said, “You
    need to go to a place called the Athenian Room on Webster. You need to order the roasted chicken.
    It's cooked on a spit, it comes on a bed of steak fries and the chicken juice gets into the fries.
    Unbelievable."
Bella Bacino's Pizzeria – 2204 N Lincoln, 773-472-7400
Italian bistro and pizzeria featuring an award-winning deep-dish Chicago pizza.
* The Bourgeois Pig Café – 738 W Fullerton, 773-883-5282
Old-world coffee shop with expansive menu; Recommended by Rachael Ray.
Café Ba Ba Reeba – 2024 N Halsted, 773-935-5000
A Spanish tapas restaurant known for superb paella; festive outdoor patio.
Chez Moi - 2100 N Halsted, 773-871-2100
A delightful and authentic country French Bistro.
Chipotle – 2256 N Orchard at Lincoln, 773-935-6744
Fast-food Mexican grill: fajitas, burritos, tacos.
* Clarke's Diner – 2441 N Lincoln, 773-472-3505
Open 24 hours, famous for omelets. American cuisine. Free wifi.Café Ba Ba Reeba, 2024 N Halsted St, three blocks from Guest House
Dairy Queen Orange Julius – 2200 N Lincoln, 773-871-2200
Offers a walk-up window at the sidewalk.
* Floriole Cafe and Bakery – 1220 W Webster, 773-883-1313
Feature rustic French pastries and farm fresh meals.
Edwardo's Natural Pizza – 2622 N Halsted, 773-871-3400
Their hallmark two-inch deep pizza is stuffed with cheese and spinach.
Glazed & Infused - 939 W Armitage, 312-226-5556
Donuts, Intelligensia coffee and Wi-Fi
Hanabi Japanese Sushi Bar – 806 W Webster, 773-935-3474
A small, long-time neighborhood staple.
Itto Sushi – 2616 N Halsted, 773-871-1800
One of Chicago’s first and classic traditional Japanese restaurants.
* Jam ‘n Honey - 958 W Webster, 773-327-5266
New twists on hearty breakfast; everything served with a jar of Nutella.
Jia’s – 2545 N Halsted, 773-477-6256
Artistic presentation of Japanese, Mandarin and Thai food; sushi bar.
John Barleycorn Memorial Pub – 658 W Belden, 773-348-8899
Best burgers. Al fresco dining, waterfall and screens for viewing sports and news.
John's Place – 1202 W Webster, 773-525-6670
Home-style with an eclectic twist from brunch to dinner; wine selection.
Karyn's Raw Vegan Gourmet – 1901 N Halsted, 312-255-1590
Unparalleled raw vegan fine dining

Sweet Mandy B's, 1208 W Webster St, one-half mile west of Guest HouseLas Fuentes – 2558 N Halsted, 773-935-2004
      Mexican cuisine, margaritas, outdoor patio.
Lincoln Hall – 2424 N Lincoln, 773-525-2501
      Live music venue has full dinner menu; three bars.
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria – 958 W Wrightwood, 773-832-4030
      “Home of the best Chicago-style deep dish pizza in the world!”
* McDonald's – 2400 N Lincoln
      Open late. ATM and pay phones.
Nan's Sushi – 2360 N Lincoln, 312-944-5944
      Asian fusion to dine in or take away.
Nesh Mediterranean Grill – 734 W Fullerton, 773-975-6374
      Healthy, fresh fast food: serving falafel, baba ghanoush, chicken shawarma and pita.
Noodles in the Pot – 2453 N Halsted, 773-975-6177
     Tasty Thai food you can count on.
Pasta Palazzo – 1966 N Halsted, 773-248-1400
      Casual neighborhood favorite; fresh, fun pasta joint with great service.
Potbelly Sandwich Works – 2264 N Lincoln, 773-528-1405
      The original Potbelly's! Fast food with a slight party atmosphere.
PS Bangkok – 2521 N Halsted, 773-348-0072
      Thai restaurant; what they’re missing on ambiance, they make up in good food.Toast, 746 W Webster, best breakfast spot: one block south
Sai Café – 2010 N Sheffield, 773-472-8080
   Japanese restaurant and sushi bar.
* Starbucks – 2275 N Lincoln, 2200 N Halsted, and 959 W Fullerton
   Ubiquitous.
Starfruit - 2142 N Halsted, 773-868-4900
Frozen Kefir, smoothies.
STATE Restaurant and Café – 935 W Webster, 773-975-8030
100 flat-screen HDTVs offer sports and news; American menu.
* Subway – 2412 N Lincoln, 773-529-0600
Fast food sub sandwiches, breakfast too – open 7 a.m. weekdays.
Sweet Mandy B’s – 1208 W Webster, 773-244-1174
Charming and delightful old fashioned dessert bakery and café.
Swirlz Cupcakes – 705 W Belden, 773-404-2253
Specialty cupcakes (at a price); also serving coffee.
* Toast – 746 W Webster Ave, 773-935-5600
Trendy and delish; breakfast and lunch only. Liquor menu features a wasabi Bloody Mary.
Vinci Restaurant – 1732 N Halsted, 312-266-1199
Rustic Italian fare; great selections of wine by the glass. Adjacent to Steppenwolf Theatre.

Apple Store, Plaza and North & Clybourn CTA station, eight blocks south of Guest House

LIVE MUSIC:

B.L.U.E.S. – 2519 N Halsted
Live music seven nights a week. Actor Bruce Willis performed here.
Lincoln Hall – 2424 N Lincoln, 773-525-2508
Chicago’s newest live, mid-size music venue.
Lilly's Bar – 2513 N Lincoln, 773-525-2422
Eclectic music joint features array of rock, jazz and Americana.
Kingston Mines – 2548 N Halsted, 773-477-4646
Sunday nights, cover at B.L.U.E.S. gets you into Kingston Mines free.
Wise Fools Pub – 2270 N Lincoln, 773-929-1300

SPAS, MASSAGE, ACUPUNCTURE, BARBERS AND SALONS:

Advanced Acupuncture & Massage, 3166 N Lincoln Ave Suite 202, 773-317-9122
        Holistic Healthcare for the 21st Century. 20% discount off massage and other
        services for guests of the Lincoln Park Guest House.
Art+Science Salon – 1971 N Halsted, 312-787-4247
            Creative, individualized hairstyles and color
Blueberry Moon Salon – 2108 N Halsted, 773-529-3333
            Full service Aveda salon.
Bluemercury - 2208 N Halsted, 773-327-6900
            The national luxury apothecary and spa chain.
The Do Zoo Hair Parlor – 707 W Belden, 773-525-0194
            Hair, wax, scalp and hand paraffin treatments.
Hair Cuttery – 2110 N Halsted, 773-244-1947
            Color, cuts and style: No appointment necessary.
K Paige Salon - 956 W Webster Ave, 773-477-3000
            Hair, wax, brows, facials and skin care for men and women.
Karyn's Inner Beauty Center – 1901 N Halsted, 312-255-1590
            Every naturopathic service and a few you haven't thought of.
Leah Chavie Skincare Boutique – 2457 N Halsted, 773-327-7051
            Biologique Recherché Paris, European and medical skin care
Lincoln Park Massage Spa – 630 W Belden, 773-296-6300
            Deep tissue, hot stone therapy, aromatherapy, salt and sugar glows and facial.
Natural Elements Salon – 2212 N Lincoln, 773-477-2500
            Hair, nails, makeup.
Pretty Nails – 2523 N Lincoln, 773-868-1590
            Nails, wax, massage and facials.
Spacio – 2706 N Halsted, 773-244-6500
            Full service urban spa retreat.

2206 and 2208 N Halsted St, one block south of Guest House

SHOPPING IN THIS NEIGHBORHOOD is simply Awesome!

A sampling of the stores and boutiques within walking distance of the Guest House include:

All She Wrote – fine stationery and gifts, 825 W Armitage
Apple Store Lincoln Park – 801 W North
Arden B – women’s designer apparel, 2038 N Halsted
Aroma Workshop – essential oils, 2050 N Halsted
Art Effect – “Modern day general store," 934 W Armitage
Autrepart – natural French cosmetics, 2052 N Halsted
Barker & Meowsky – "Paw firm" and distinctive pet boutique, 1003 W Armitage
BCBG Max Azria – retail boutique, 2140 N Halsted
bebe – retail boutique, 2030 N Halsted
Benetton – the global brand, 833 W Armitage
Berry Hill Home – furniture and accessories consignment, 2517 N Halsted
Blue Jeans Bar – selling designer denim, no drinks, 2210 N Halsted
CB2 – affordable modern housewares and furniture by Crate & Barrel, 800 W North
Club Monaco – 2206 N Halsted
Comfort Me - gifts and apparel, 701 W Armitage
Cotelac – French clothier, 2209 N Halsted

Crate & Barrel – furniture, home décor, housewares and gifts, 850 W North
Cynthia Rowley – the designer’s shop in her home town, 808 W Armitage
Dilly Lily – florist and design, 742 W Fullerton
Entendré Couture – his and hers (independent) designer boutique, 1022 W Armitage
Erin Gallagher – custom jewelry, 1013 W Webster
Fox’s, women’s high-fashion high-discount boutique – 2051 N Halsted
Francesca’s Collections – women’s clothing and accessories, 2012 N Halsted
giggle – baby products and gifts, 2116 N Halsted
Helen Ficalora – the Midwest's first location for this jewelry designer, 2014 N HalstedArmitage and Halsted shopping corridor: begins one block south
Icing – Accessories, 2040 N Halsted
Kiehl's – Skin care since 1851, 901 W Armitage
Londo Mondo – women's swimwear, active wear and inline skates, 2148 N Halsted
Lori's Discount Designer Shoes – 824 W Armitage
Lucky Brand – men's and women’s clothing, designer denim, 2048 N Halsted
lululemon athletica – yoga-inspired athletic apparel, 2104 N Halsted
Lucy Activewear – yoga and gym wear, 2122 N Halsted
LUSH – Fresh handmade soaps and cosmetics, 859 W Armitage
M·A·C Cosmetics – professional quality for “makeup addicts,” 910 W Armitage
MOI Boutique – for the fashion-forward yet conservative shopper, 2050 N Halsted
Piggy Toes – European children’s footwear, 2205 N Halsted
Ralph Lauren Rugby – the brand boutique, 1000 W Armitage
Sylwia – haute couture, 2205 N Halsted
Underthings – finer designer lingerie, 804 W Webster
Vosges Haut-Chocolat – imagine: bacon, curry or agave + chocolate = yum! 951 W Armitage
Xana Chambray – fashion boutique features small collections, 2514 N Halsted

PARKS AND RECREATION:

Lakefront beaches and running and bicycling paths – One mile directly east

Lincoln Park Boat Club – North Cannon Drive and Fullerton Parkway

Lincoln Park Conservatory – 2391 W Stockton
            Constructed in 1890s, it features a Palm House, Fernery and Orchid House.
Lincoln Park Zoo – N Cannon Drive at Webster
            35 acres of a beautiful park-like setting, from anteaters to zebras—and it is free.The Scarecrow at Oz Park, Webster and Burling, 1.5 blocks
Oz Park features Dorothy, Toto, the Tin Man, Lion and Scarecrow. Formal English gardens, tennis, softball, hoops, jogging track, children's playlot.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum – 2430 N Cannon
            A natural, inspiring and educative oasis about our environment.
Seven Ten Lounge - 2747 N Lincoln, 773-549-2695
            Bowling, billiards, sports bar.
The Point at Diversey – Diversey Harbor at the lakefront
            Double-decker driving range and mini golf course.
Caldwell Waterlily Pond – Fullerton, west of Cannon Drive
            The Alfred Caldwell lily pool originally built in 1889 for raising tropical lilies.

ATMS:

Bank of America at CVS – 2414 N Lincoln
Chase Bank at Dominick's – 959 W Fullerton
Citibank at McDonald's – 2400 N Lincoln
First American Bank – 2401 N Halsted

BANK BRANCHES:

Bank of America – 2401 N Clark
Chase Bank – 2603 N HalstedFullerton Beach Grill...one mile east of the Guest HouseNC Bank – 2600 N Halsted

BUSINESS SERVICES:

FedEx Office – 744 W Fullerton, 773-472-3066

DRY CLEANER:

Don's Cleaners - 709 W Belden, 773-248-1293

FITNESS:

Butler Chiropractic & Accupuncture – 2534 N Halsted, 773-529-6530
The Chicago School of Hot Yoga – 2442 N Lincoln, 773-868-9642
Corepower Yoga – 959 W Webster, 773-388-9642
Equinox Fitness Club – 1750 N Clark, 312-587-0774
Flirty Girl Fitness – 2215 N Halsted St, 312-666-2266
Harmony Mind Body Fitness, a Pilates studio – 1962 N Bissell, 773-296-0263
Lakeshore Sport & Fitness, a full service facility – 1320 W Fullerton, 773-348-6377

GAS STATIONS:

Mobile, Full service; tell Peter or Oscar we sent you, 1106 W Fullerton, 773-248-0414
Shell, 1160 W Diversey at Racine, 773-404-8563

GROCERS:

Dominick's, a full-service grocery – 959 W Fullerton (two blocks west)
Whole Foods Market, truly fantastical – 1550 N Kingsbury St (1.25 mi south of Guest House)
Trader Joe’s, the specialty grocer to count on – 1840 N Clybourn Ave (1 mi)
Trader Joe’s, 667 W Diversey (0.5 mi)

HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM:

NOTE: always dial 911 in the event of an emergency
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center – 846 W Wellington (at 3000 N Halsted)

INTERNET CAFES:

Bytes & Coffee – 606 W Barry at Broadway, 773-281-1600 – about 5$USD/hour or less
FedEx Kinko's Office Center – 744 W Fullerton, 773-472-3066 – about 15$USD/hour
Screenz Computing Center – 2717 N Clark, 773-912-1565 – about 9$USD /hour

Music Box Theatre, 3733 N Southport

MOVIE THEATERS:

AMC River East 21 – 322 E Illinois,
Century Centre Cinema – Features independent & foreign films, 2828 N Clark, 773-248-7759
Regal Webster Place 11 – 1471 W Webster, 773-348-0137
Music Box Theatre – Features independent & foreign films, 3733 N Southport, 773-871-6604

PHARMACIES:

CVS/Pharmacy – one block north at 2414 N Lincoln
Dominick's Pharmacy– 959 W Fullerton
Walgreens – 740 W Diversey Parkway

LANDMARKS:

Burling Row House District - 2225 - 2245 N Burling St
Francis J. Dewes Mansion – 503 W Wrightwood
Lincoln Park Cultural Center – 2045 N Lincoln Park West
Lincoln Park Conservatory – 2391 Stockton
Theurer-Wrigley House – 2466 N Lakeview

These Chicago cultural institutions offer FREE admission daily:
(Subject to change; information current when posted.)

The following museums are free on certain dates. Dates subject to change, and were current when posted. See museum websites for updates and additional free days throughout the year:

FREE on Sunday:
• Chicago Children's Museum (free--if under 15, on 1st Sunday of month)
• DuSable Museum of African-American History

FREE on Monday:
• Field Museum (free on 2nd Monday of month)
• Chicago History Museum

FREE on Tuesday:
• International Museum of Surgical Science
• Loyola University Museum of Art
• Museum of Contemporary Art

FREE on Wednesday:
• The Art Institute of Chicago - All day on 1st and 2nd Wednesdays of the month to Illinois residents only
• The Spertus Museum (free only between 10 a.m. and noon.)

FREE on Thursday:
• Chicago Children's Museum (free only from 5 to 8 p.m.)
• Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum (free; “optional” donation suggested)
• The Spertus Museum (free only between 2 and 6 p.m.)

FREE for members only; general admission is $10
• National Vietnam Veterans Art Museum

Lincoln Park Guest House