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Exploring Northside
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Morning
Fuel up for the day at one of Lincoln Park’s favorite breakfast joints, Frances’ (2552 N. Clark St.), where they serve a wonderfully fluffy French toast. Afterwards, stroll east down Wrightwood Avenue, and you’ll pass the ornate Francis Dewes Mansion. Keep walking until you come to the Lincoln Park Zoo , where you can take a ride on the wild side on the African Safari motion simulator, complete with 3D visuals. Then see all the animals in person, before breaking for lunch with a view at Café Brauer, built in 1908 by Prairie School architect Dwight Perkins.
Afternoon
During warm weather, head to the lakefront along Fullerton Avenue where you can stroll, rent bikes, sun-bathe, or even brave the ever-chilly Lake Michigan waters. In colder months, catch a bus (nos. 22 or 151) and immerse yourself in the exhibits at the Chicago Historical Society, or take a five-minute cab ride to Armitage/Halsted Shopping District for some classy retail therapy.
Evening
This part of town has an abundance of good eateries: hop the El four stops or cab it to try Mia Francesca , a lively Italian trattoria where the pasta dishes are big enough for two, and there’s an excellent wine list. Still going strong? Round off your day with a visit to Kingston Mines – just a short cab-ride away – to hear some of best blues that the city has to offer.
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