Exceptional cafes scattered throughout the Loop. Serving coffee and substantial foods for breakfast and lunch, all done a little differently. Well designed spaces and presentation.

Ride Chicago’s finest attendant-operated elevator to the second floor of the landmark Fine Arts Building and prepared to be dazzled. Superbly designed space, fill of natural light, views and high ceilings housing well edited and presented selection of new and used books and literature. This is a book shop that needs your love and support. Named after a literary magazine founded in 1840.

Cozy spot for a light supper, after work cocktails or late night drinking. Atop the Kimpton Gray Hotel in the center of the Loop is Boleo, South America spot, complete with retractable roof and splendid views. 

Massive food hall set in vintage office building in the heart of Chicago’s Loop. Vendors at opening include: Brown Bag Seafood, Smoque BBQ, The Budlong, Aloha Poke, Harvest Juicery, Antique Taco, Black Dog Gelato, Union Squared, Fat Shallot, Graze Kitchenette, Furious Spoon, Farmer’s Fridge, Danke. Also featured coffee and pastry bar, cocktails. Be sure to visit Curbside Splendor for you literature and vinyl needs.

Classic cocktail lounge located on the outskirts of the Loop under the el. Expertly crafted cocktails and spirits served along side delicious food.

Craving da funky monkey fries, duck gumbo, panang curry, phozole or picadillo in the Loop and don’t know where to go? Head over to Spotted Monkey during the week on the outskirts of the financial district.

Coffeebars located throughout the city serving freshly roasted coffee blends. All of the cafes feature striking design and light snacks.

Coffeebars located throughout the city serving freshly roasted coffee blends. All of the cafes feature striking design and light snacks.

Lovely shop specializing in cheese and wines. Pastoral bakes their own bread and carries an edited selection of groceries and sandwiches to takeaway. Ask for a taste and raid the counter filled with tapenades, meats and spreads. The adjacent Bar Pastoral serves house-made charcuterie, cured meats and cheeses along with craft cocktails and entrees.

Personal care products with an emphasis on natural and European imports. Extensive selection of soaps, fragrances, homeopathic remedies, oils, shaving supplies and ointments. Branch store located in the Palmer House Arcade.