Bright, stylish space offers front-row kitchen views and classy seating. Cocktails shine with creative, well-crafted options like Negroni and martinis. Soft serve ice cream impresses with its creamy texture and memorable flavor, making a perfect finish.
Soft serve stands out with its creamy texture and memorable flavor. The dessert often comes as a surprise finish, leaving a lasting impression.
"The food here is amazing, especially the tuna crudo."
"The homemade pasta here is amazing and cooked to perfection."
"I couldn't stop thinking about the soft serve ice cream."
Good to know
Happy hour runs from 4-6pm with discounted drinks and appetizers.
Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends to avoid long waits.
The restaurant features a unique fusion of Brazilian and Italian cuisines.
Restaurant shines with an immersive Asian-inspired interior and a stylish bar area. Music pumps 90s hip-hop and R&B, setting a lively vibe. Don't miss the Toasted Coconut Sundae with pandan caramel and salted peanuts, a standout ice cream treat.
Toasted Coconut Sundae features a nice icy texture and salted peanuts that pair with pandan caramel. Ice cream is delicious and often comes with free extras. Worth ordering on its own.
Good to know
Reservations are required for dinner service, especially on weekends.
Valet parking costs $20 for 2 hours.
Expect longer wait times during peak dinner hours on weekends.
Small space with a true deli vibe offers quick Italian sandwiches and coffee. Dog-friendly outdoor patio creates a calm, family-friendly spot. Pistachio gelato shines with authentic texture and great price, perfect for gelato lovers.
Pistachio gelato stands out for its authentic texture, melting naturally without excess air. It comes at a very good and cheap price, making it a solid choice for gelato lovers.
Good to know
Expect long lines during lunch hours; arrive early for full service.
The cafe closes at 6:20 pm, so plan your visit accordingly.
Affordable meals are available, typically around $10.
Ice cream shop serves rich, creamy ice cream with many mix-ins and customizable shakes. Space feels like a drive-thru setup with no seating and gets crowded on weekends. Prices stay reasonable for medium and large sizes, but extras cost more.
Rich, creamy ice cream comes with many customizable mix-ins and elastic texture. Options include premade flavors like Caramel Apple and shakes with extras mixed in.
Good to know
The store can get crowded, especially on weekends.
Portions are generous, but check for the 'Everyone’s' take-home size.
Prices are reasonable for medium and large portions.
Cozy, family-owned spot shines with authentic Italian pizza and a lively atmosphere. Outdoor patio adds charm. Homemade tiramisu gelato is a delicious highlight that complements the energetic vibe perfectly.
Gelato stands out with its homemade tiramisu flavor that impresses. The ice cream overall is delicious and sensational.
Good to know
The restaurant is located behind the Trump Tower in downtown Chicago.
Expect long wait times during peak hours, especially on weekends.
Reservations are recommended during busy dinner hours.
Museum-like interior and vintage-style decor create an elegant atmosphere. Soft serve ice cream offers a pleasant coffee flavor with smooth, tasty options like espresso-vanilla. Space feels posh but often overcrowded with limited seating.
Soft serve features a pleasant coffee flavor with a moderately sweet taste. Ice cream options include espresso-vanilla and an espresso dip, all with a tasty and smooth profile.
Good to know
They only accept card payments; cash is not accepted.
Reservations are highly recommended to avoid long wait times.
Expect a 10–20 minute wait to enter during busy hours.
Store feels like Diagon Alley with detailed Harry Potter decor and lively atmosphere. Butterbeer Bar offers a unique cafe experience with largest Butterbeer Bar seating. Ice cream is creamy and sweet, featuring Butterbeer ice cream and rich Dulce De Leche soft serve.
Creamy, sweet Butterbeer ice cream delivers strong butterscotch flavor. The soft serve tastes like Dulce De Leche, rich and creamy.
Good to know
If you plan to go on a weekend, be prepared for a wait of about 20 to 30 minutes.
The store was not accessible or disability-friendly.
The weekend line stretches down the entire block.
Two-story chocolate shop offers stunning river views and a lively, busy atmosphere with families. Rich, creamy ice cream shines in their delicious sundaes. Limited seating fills fast, but outdoor patio provides a relaxed vibe.
Rich and creamy ice cream stands out here, especially in their sundaes. Every scoop delivers consistent quality and a deliciously smooth texture.
Good to know
There's a special offer on 7/25 for a mini hot fudge sundae at $7.25.
Seating is first come, first serve and can be sparse during peak hours.
Finding a seat can be nearly impossible during busy times.
Chocolate shop offers a relaxed vibe and responsible prices for a chill hangout. Gelato shines with unique hazelnut and mango sorbet flavors, though portions are small and quality varies. Card-only payment keeps things simple.
Gelato offers unique hazelnut and mango sorbet flavors alongside pistachio, lemon, coconut, and strawberry sorbets. Portions are small and prices are high, with a sweet and fatty profile.
Good to know
Credit cards are accepted, but cash is not.
Gelato prices are around $7 per scoop.
Scoop sizes are decent, providing a fair amount.
Small shop with vibrant baby blue walls offers a lively vibe and a fun photo booth. Warm fresh baked cookies scent fills the air, inviting guests to enjoy treats in a cozy seating area. Wide selection of ice cream flavors like strawberry cheesecake pairs well with cookies, though prices are higher.
Offers a wide selection of ice cream flavors including strawberry cheesecake. Ice cream pairs with cookies, though prices are on the higher side.
Good to know
Chip City is a grab-and-go place, not sit down.
They offer a BOGO deal on Uber Eats, which makes it easy to indulge.
The cookies are priced at $5, with an additional $4 for ice cream.