RPM Italian is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

1. RPM Italian

9.0
52 W Illinois St (at N Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 238 tips and reviews

Carolyn B.Carolyn Baumgarten: The tartufo for dessert is absolutely phenomenal. Great food, trendy atmosphere, servers are very knowledgeable!

MakedaMakeda: The meatballs are a big draw at this trendy spot. The marinara sauce is light but flavorful. Ditch the truffle garlic bread, tastes nothing like truffles.

Rachel P.Rachel Poon: Make reservations early at this popular and trendy restaurant!

Sawada Coffee is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

2. Sawada Coffee

9.2
112 N Green St, Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · West Town · 63 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: This trendy coffee shop is a collaboration between coffee expert Brendan Sodikoff and coffee artist Hiroshi Sawada. We recommend their Military Latte or Matcha Green Tea. Read more.

OliviaOlivia: Trendy and tasty.

ChristinaChristina: Hip coffee stop! The military latte is not for everyone so make sure you decide you like matcha before ordering it!

Intelligentsia Coffee is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

3. Intelligentsia Coffee

9.1
53 E Randolph St (btwn Wabash Ave & Garland Ct), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · The Loop · 316 tips and reviews

Amy G.Amy Graff: Modern and stylish space conveniently located by Randolph/Wabash L. Amazing coffee that will convert non-coffee drinkers and light, refined pastries.

Dan H.Dan Hill: Achingly hip, but also very good. Will do a flat white if you ask for it.

David G.David Greenberger: The Pour Over prepared on the chemex is the ultimate hip move, says local source. It fired me up.

Maple & Ash is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

4. Maple & Ash

8.7
8 W Maple St (at State St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 60 tips and reviews

Irini B.Irini Boeder: Amazing atmosphere, super trendy, delicious food and awesome service!

Eric C.Eric C: Beautiful interior, romantic and hip decor. Food was very very good. If you're up for a splurge get the "I don't give a f..." Chef's 5 course meal.

Dana D.Dana Danielle: Such a lively and trendy atmosphere! A complimentary drink provided when you sit. Ask for the champagne gun and order the filet!

Broken Shaker at Freehand Chicago is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

5. Broken Shaker at Freehand Chicago

8.5
19 E Ohio St (State), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Near North Side · 65 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The fireplace is much more important at Broken Shaker Chicago than it is at the hip cocktail bar's original Miami location. Inside the Freehand, find an impressive selection of craft cocktails. Read more.

Kevin M.Kevin M. McNally, CMP: Great location. Fun atmosphere and very trendy. Fun staff, great service and delicious cocktails with food offerings.

Tim B.Tim Backus: Trendy and interesting cocktail ingredients.

Parachute is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

6. Parachute

8.4
3500 N Elston Ave (Troy), Chicago, IL
Korean Restaurant · Northwest Side · 61 tips and reviews

Shrutika S.Shrutika Sachdev: Intimate yet trendy spot with unique twists on Kor-Ameri dishes & desserts! Bing bread and sesame leaves to start, choose a variety of mains but be careful, some dishes (Bi Bom Bap/Kimchi) are spicy!

Debbie Y.Debbie Yee: Very trendy and hip asian fusion food. Make sure to try the scallion pancake.

Noah W.Noah Weiss: Awesome, ambitious Korean food in trendy, low key vibes. Bibimbap, rice cakes, and the bing bread were all standouts.

Duck Duck Goat is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

7. Duck Duck Goat

9.0
857 W Fulton Market (at Peoria St), Chicago, IL
Chinese Restaurant · Fulton Market · 88 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Duck Duck Goat adds a trendy twist to the traditional Chinatown flare with a menu of unique items like egg waffles, goat dumplings and shrimp toast dim sum. Read more.

Patrick B.Patrick Buggy: If you want trendy vibes and Chinese food for foodies, come here. If you just want authentic Chinese food, go to Chinatown.

Morgan M.Morgan McKee: 🙌🏼 Must try starters include pork buns (buns are lighter and fluffier than anything you've had). Dan dan noodles with peanuts are perfect sweet and spicy dish. Finish with chicken for your protein.

Heritage Bicycles is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

8. Heritage Bicycles

9.2
2959 N Lincoln Avenue (Wellington), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Lakeview · 66 tips and reviews

AFAR MediaAFAR Media: A coffee shop, a general store, and a place to buy a few key items for your hip closet. Most importantly though, it's a place to grab a cup of joe and watch art being created that you can ride home. Read more.

C R.C Rey: Boutique bicycles are great, don't get me wrong. But this is a place for excellent coffee and an equally pleasant environment. Great outdoor patio with hip old van. And yes you can buy a bike, too.

zfelszfels: My favorite Beyoncé-approved coffee shop. Grab a flawless Stumptown iced coffee and a slice of Bang Bang pie.

The Violet Hour is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

9. The Violet Hour

8.9
1520 N Damen Ave (at Pierce Ave), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · Wicker Park · 255 tips and reviews

JessicaJessica: Very trendy drink spot. Upscale and classy!

Eric K.Eric Krull: Simply a must! Sophisticated, chic, and everything you want for a one of a kind night out. The most hidden of all the gems but the biggest reward if you find it!

L K.L K: The intimate atmosphere let's you focus on your private party and forget there are even other patrons. Cozy, trendy, and amazing cocktails.

Au Cheval is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

10. Au Cheval

9.1
800 W Randolph St (at S Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Fulton Market · 482 tips and reviews

PureWowPureWow: This trendy Chicago diner actually slips a third patty onto the double cheeseburger to achieve optimum cheese-to-meat ratios. Thanks, guys. Read more.

Avery A.Avery Alchek: Au Cheval has a decent burger, but it's not Chicago's best. Personally, I didn't think the burger was one of their better dishes. Vibe is fun and trendy, making it a great date spot if you can wait.

Rodrиго Р.Rodrиго Ривера: A very hip restaurant with allegedly the best burger in town. I can say it is a very solid burger and the root bear float is very tasty. It gets very crowded and there are long waits to get a table.

La Colombe Torrefaction is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

11. La Colombe Torrefaction

8.9
955 W Randolph St (at Morgan St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · West Town · 99 tips and reviews

Nauman N.Nauman Noor: Well made caffeine fused drinks. And the atmosphere is as hip as it gets.

JABRIL Y.JABRIL YOUSEF: chill, trendy spot but … no wifi (though, you can pick some up from Nando’s next door).

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: La Colombe supplies coffee to West Loop restaurants as well as to cafe patrons. Try their Leonardo DiCaprio blend: proceeds go to the Actor’s foundation to support environmental sustainability.

The Promontory is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

12. The Promontory

8.6
5311 S Lake Park West (at 53rd St), Chicago, IL
Gastropub · Hyde Park · 56 tips and reviews

Emmanuel B.Emmanuel Bell: Go for cocktails, skip the food. Hyde Park's version of north side trendy. Hostess spins vinyl, too! Big plus :-)

Duane G.Duane Golston: The food is good I loved the seared tuna especially the drinks are in a class of their own and it's a cozy spot for dining and concert love this place.

Laini M.Laini Madhubuti: Great lamb burger. For cocktails, pick from the menu. Bartenders need more training in off menu classics.

Cindy's is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

13. Cindy's

8.6
12 S Michigan Ave (btwn E Madison & E Monroe St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · The Loop · 144 tips and reviews

Cristina D.Cristina Dordas: Great views! Trendy place and rooftop

Kindall H.Kindall H: Chic atmosphere welcoming everyone at any age. The food is simple yet superb and the cocktail menu is simple yet sofisticado. Not to mention the spectacular view at this rooftop.

Irays M.Irays Munoz: Amazing panorama! The food is great, try half platers for groups. Pineapple upside down dessert is a must.

Kanela Breakfast Club is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

14. Kanela Breakfast Club

9.0
1408 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Wolcott Ave), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · Wicker Park · 33 tips and reviews

VV: Their pancakes w Nutella are so amazing!!! Super delicious breakfast/lunch spot. Chic and classic interior, I'm in love!!

Antonia S.Antonia Strotdrees: Have the Loraine Scramble for savoury, and Banana Nut Pancakes for sweet 👌🏼

Mary Ann K.Mary Ann Kowalczyk: Red Velvet French Toast is amazing. The Pear Splash is good but sometimes too much ginger. Great friendly service :) Chocolate milk was good too! Mmmm

The Hoxton is one of The 15 Best Trendy Places in Chicago.

15. The Hoxton

9.2
200 N Green St, Chicago, IL
Hotel · Fulton Market · 10 tips and reviews

SopitasSopitas: Hip and nice hotel, lot of food options and nice restaurants, Lazy Bird a must

Fallon L.Fallon Leyba: great view, trendy little hotel

Thierry L.Thierry Levenq: Great hotel. Good design. Good location.