There are so many amazing choices in restaurants, you may have trouble deciding which ones to go to. Chicago is famous for its deep dish pizza and their Italian beef sandwiches. You can get both at Giordano’s and it was so good we ate there twice- once at the location by Millennium Park and once at Navy Pier. They also had some tasty salads and there is a kid’s menu that offers chicken fingers if someone in your group is not into pasta or pizza.
After we checked into our hotel, the boys wanted to go straight to Shake Shack. True, you can go to Shake Shack in many places, but we don’t have one at home and the boys were really excited. I have to say my favorite thing is the shake sauce, it’s really good. The boys loved the burgers and the shakes and it hit the spot for sure.
Our hotel was in walking distance to Eataly and I have to tell you, it is a great place to go. Two words: Nutella Bar! Even if you don’t stop at the Nutella Bar, there are a ton of options upstairs where everyone can get what they would like and meet back at a table to eat.
We had two nights of “finer dining”. First up was RPM Steak, again it was in walking distance from our hotel, which was nice. The food and service was impeccable and we would highly recommend it! The boys especially liked the cotton candy in a bowl they received after dinner. Your kids will enjoy it too!
The other night was spent at Shaw’s Crab House. It was right around the corner from the hotel. Shaw’s has been around quite a while and it is clear they know what they are doing. Shaw’s is famous for its fresh seafood and its service. It is a nicer restaurant, but it isn’t stuffy and our boys really enjoyed it. There is a buzz to this place that makes it feel alive with energy and we definitely plan to go back on our next visit.
Chicago’s food scene certainly has the classics, but there are real diverse options for you and your family. You really can’t go wrong.
I think we have the same taste in places! I have been to most of the places you mentioned here. I love RPM steakhouse, such a cool atmosphere. Try STK as well. The place had a DJ when I was there. Cool pics! I was scared of stepping into the glass thing of the Willis Tower? Haha
We will have to put STK on our list for our next trip to Chicago! Thanks for the tip.
I was a little nervous stepping into the skybox at first. It amazed me how my boys didn’t bat an eye, they just hopped right in.
I think we have the same taste in places! I have been to most of the places you mentioned here. I love RPM steakhouse, such a cool atmosphere. Try STK as well. The place had a DJ when I was there. Cool pics! I was scared of stepping into the glass thing of the Willis Tower! Haha
Chicago is still on my list of destinations to visit! The Willis Tower looks like great fun (even though I’m not great with heights) and I love an aquarium. Charlie xo
Chicago is such a fun city to visit. It is very walkable too and that is nice. If you love an aquarium, you will LOVE the Shedd Aquarium. If you get a chance to go, please come back here and post how it went.
Love this list for kids! Sometimes when we think about city travel we think it’s challenging with kids but your list proves this wrong. Great post.
Chicago sounds amazing! I’ve alwaus wanted to visit but didn’t think there was that much to do. The sky deck looks scary – I’m not sure if I could do it
I 100% echo your enthusiasm for the Field Museum – I took my kids there this March and we all loved it! We still talk about Sue. I think I’d be too afraid of heights for the Willis Tower though!!
Such a fun city for kids! We loved the glass walkways at the Tower Bridge in London, so we will have to check out this one next time we go! Great ideas!
Chicago is a great city! I like the deepdish pizza. 😛 This is a great guide you put together. Looks like your kids enjoyed!
I don’t have kids, but I can totally see why they would love all of this!
My niece and nephew would be down for everything you’ve mentioned here! They live in the countryside, so I think visiting the Willis Tower would be enough to make them happy! The the Field Museum looks awesome for adults too!
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I had vaguely heard that Chicago was good for kids but this really sells it. So helpful as we will definitely go one day. Thanks!