Chicago BTS

A collection of 10 places curated by Phoenix Wood

Places in this collection

  1. Ken Kee Restaurant Hong Kong

    restaurant

    2129 S China Pl, Chicago, IL 60616

    The spot for Hong Kong style street food, decked out with neon signs to feel like 1950s Hong Kong. Go for the Hong Kong cart noodles.

    Ken Kee Restaurant Hong KongView on Google Maps

  2. Legend Tasty House

    restaurant

    2242 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

    A dessert spot for rolled ice cream with every flavor imaginable.

    Legend Tasty HouseView on Google Maps

  3. MCCB Chicago

    restaurant

    2138 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

    Michelin recommended year after year for classic Chinese food. Definitely order the lemon crispy shrimp and the black honey pepper flank steak.

    MCCB ChicagoView on Google Maps

  4. Triple Crown Restaurant

    restaurant

    2217 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

    An absolute icon for dim sum, served family style. Don't skip the adorable piggy buns.

    Triple Crown RestaurantView on Google Maps

  5. Shinhwa Korean Steakhouse

    restaurant

    2407 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

    Korean barbecue spot with K-pop music videos playing. You grill your own meats community style and get a personal pot of broth for ramen.

    Shinhwa Korean SteakhouseView on Google Maps

  6. UMI Sushi

    restaurant

    60 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60605

    Push pop sushi in eight different rolls for around $15 each. Officially launched on Saturday.

    UMI SushiView on Google Maps

  7. Hero Coffee

    cafe

    233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, United States

    Starting the day at Willis Tower, heading up to floor 103 to The Ledge. It's a surreal experience seeing Chicago 1,300 feet directly below you. If you're scared of heights, you might want to skip this one.

    Hero CoffeeView on Google Maps

  8. Architecture boat Chicago

    attraction

    535 N St Clair St, Chicago, IL 60611, United States

    A peaceful, plant-filled greenhouse with towering palms, tropical plants, koi fish, and desert landscapes. It's always peaceful and open year-round, a nice spot to wander or catch people painting sceneries.

    Architecture boat ChicagoView on Google Maps

  9. Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture Tour

    activity

    401N N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

    A scenic and informative slow cruise through downtown with nonstop skyline views. It's an easy way to see a lot without doing much, and a great excuse to get out on the water.

    Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture TourView on Google Maps

  10. Navy Pier

    attraction

    2045 N Lincoln Park W, Chicago, IL 60614, United States

    Home of the defining Ferris wheel and one of the best spots to catch a Chicago sunset. You can try out the rides and close out the night with fireworks.

    Navy PierView on Google Maps