A former meat-packing district, today West Loop is a chic gourmet destination. Here you’ll find everything from Smyth + The Loyalist, a two Michelin star restaurant, to a fourth-generation Italian sandwich shop, JP Graziano Grocery. Start your day like a real West Looper with a caffeine boost from West Gate Coffeehouse. Pick up some dolmades at one of the delis in Greektown or pop into a trendy cocktail bar in Fulton Market. Tucked between numerous tech offices, you’ll find plenty of art galleries and interesting shops to browse in this vibrant neighborhood. At dinnertime, “restaurant row” on Randolph St. provides lots of great dining options.
Union Park is the perfect spot for a post-dinner walk on a summer evening. When the weather turns, head across the street to Kaiser Tiger for a drink – your four-legged friend can tag along to the dog-friendly front porch. Indulge your competitive side with some ice curling on the back patio.