1. Alinea
9.1
1723 N Halsted St (btwn W North Ave & W Willow St), Chicago, IL
Molecular Gastronomy Restaurant · Lincoln Park · 142 tips and reviews
Epicurious: The works of culinary art at this Chicago hot spot look almost too good to eat–almost. Our favorites include squab with charred strawberries on a birch log, and lemon soda custard.
Jillian McLennand: Most amazing meal I ever had. Food as art! It was incredible!
Alice Ferris: Try the Graffiti - Matsutake mushroom made to look like concrete on a concrete slab with parsley oil "graffiti" @goalbustersjim #birthday (via @Foodspotting)
3. Kingston Mines
8.9
2548 N Halsted St (at Wrightwood Ave), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · Lincoln Park · 111 tips and reviews
Brad Hager: LOVE this place, the dual stages with rotating artist is brilliant. GREAT artist / music here, and cold beer. Be sure to stroll to the back for lip licking ribs, fired catfish, delicious soul food 😄
Dave Noderer: It's all good! Always great music. I try to get there every time I'm in Chicago!
Explore Chicago: Its late hours, regular acoustic blues sets, all-night kitchen, and vibrant neighborhood full of shops, restaurants, and other entertainment recommend this club as a top blues destination. Read more.
Jonathan Ferrera: A seemingly underrated museum since it does not target a wide audience like the Shedd, Field, or Art Institute. However, this is a must-visit for everyone, not just Chicago-lovers.
James C: Really nice museum spacious and informative. Look for the Groupon. Totally worth it.
HISTORY: The Museum’s permanent exhibition, Chicago: Crossroads of America, explores the city’s economy, crises, innovation, neighborhoods & entertainment. Features include Abraham Lincoln’s death bed.
10. Lincoln Park Zoo
9.1
2001 N Clark St (btwn Fullerton Pkwy & LaSalle Dr), Chicago, IL
Zoo · Lincoln Park · 283 tips and reviews
Petra Baylin: Honestly, this zoo is SO AMAZING, it shouldn't even be free! The exibits are state of the art, and the animals are well taken care of and ADORABLE!
Sean Sand: What a fun zoo. It is free and you can't beat that. The exhibits are pretty fun and all of the staff there were really helpful and friendly.
Explore Chicago: The Lincoln Park Zoo is free and open 365 days a year. http://bit.ly/alwaysfree Read more.
Ericka Carter: Really nice place to have girls night out or bring young kids, you can also bring in food and wine (no hard liquor). Paint your sculpture and sip on wine, love it.
Anirut Sirrah: Everything is good here, the ceramic, the paints, and Keith. He bring out your creativity.
Kindall H: BYOB Potter painting with great selection of pottery to choose from. Lack of color choices but adult friendly environment makes up for it.
12. Theater On The Lake
8.5
2401 N Lake Shore Dr (at N Fullerton Pkwy), Chicago, IL
Performing Arts Venue · Lincoln Park · 7 tips and reviews
Kevin M. McNally, CMP: Wonderful architecture overlooking Lake Michigan. Terrific cuisine, fun beverages and friendly knowledgeable staff. They also have event space for groups!
Judy Molloy: Spooky good time at 13 terrors this evening. Don't miss out...October 18-20 & 24-26, 2013. 7-10pm and only 10 bucks!
Chicago Park District: This venue turns into a spooky good time during the fall season! 13 Terrors, Chicago Park District's newest haunted house, is sure to offer a scary good time! Oct 14-15, 21-22, 27-30 6:30-9:30pm. $10.