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The best place to be in the City right now is above it! Get over to Tanta ASAP for some amazing cocktails and food 🙈

Here's your plan for enjoying Peruvian fusion rooftop oasis at Tanta Chicago in River North

Peruvian Fusion Rooftop Oasis 🌴

At Tanta Chicago in River North, sip Pisco Sours on the rooftop. Reserve via OpenTable for an ensured spot, and don't miss the happy hour on the first floor bar.

Rooftop Cocktails

✅ Before you go
• Reservations aren’t required, but it wouldn’t be a bad idea to get one to confirm your spot on the roof. The bar is first come first serve. Book on OpenTable.
• Happy hour is at the first floor bar from 5-6pm, first come first serve!

💪 Pro tips
• Here is everything featured in the video:
- drink: Pisco Sour 
- appetizer: house chips
- entree: Apaltado 
- dessert: Budin Burracho

Enjoy Pisco Sours on Tanta Roof

Let's go to the only place in the city where you can get sushi and Paella 

Tanta in River Norris offers authentic Peruvian

Although there's a great happy hour in the first floor bar, we've decided to sip on

I absolutely love the atmosphere here and BTW, do not skip out on the desserts.

All you gotta do is send this video to your friends,

book a reservation online for the rooftop and head over to 

Visiting Chicago this summer? The Museum of Ice Cream is a fun, interactive experience that’s perfect for beating the heat and making memories. From unlimited sweet treats and mini golf to vibrant photo ops and the iconic sprinkle pool, every room invites you to play, taste, and snap the cutest pics. It’s a must-see stop for solo travelers, families, couples, or anyone looking to add a little magic to their trip 🍦📍

Here's your plan for enjoying interactive ice cream treats, mini golf, photo ops, and playful fun in Chicago

Sweetest Way to Cool Down in Chicago ☀️🍦

Visit Chicago’s Museum of Ice Cream for a fun, interactive experience with unlimited sweet treats, mini golf, and unique photo ops. Tickets available online or at the pink booth.

Ice cream museum visit

✅ Before you go
• Purchase tickets here: https://www.museumoficecream.com/book-chicago/

💪 Pro tips
• Come ready to indulge in plenty of sweet treats

Get your tickets online or at the pink booth outside the museum 

so I found the cutest way to cool down in Chicago.

Come with me to check out the Museum of Ice Cream.

you're given an ice cream name and taken to the prettiest pink subway station.

This entire place was giving sugar overload.

and did you know that New Zealand eats the most ice cream?

Next up was Jelly Bean Dreams with a side of ice.

I found my Zodiac ice cream flavor and never felt more seen.

Who knew there was so much history in ice cream?

Did somebody say mini golf but make it sweet?

I made a bold decision to try Chicago style hot dog ice cream.

Let's just say the silence in my soul said everything.

I immediately needed a new taste in my mouth.

I played some games in the circus room and found

a giant frosted animal cookie and considered moving in,

and you can't skip the bar on your way out.

Whether going solo or with the girls after Brunch, you have to stop by Goldplaited in Lakeview East! 🌟

Here's your plan for brunching at Oak & Honey, then shopping cool accessories at goldplaited boutique

Saturday Shopping Trip 🛍️

Start your day with brunch at Oak & Honey in East Lakeview—enjoy a cinnamon roll and latte before shopping with friends nearby.

Brunch dining

✅ Before you go
• gather up the gals - they deserve cute stuff too!
• get a cinnamon role and latte for brunch before - it’s just down the street! 

Head to brunch at Oak & Honey before! 

Shop unique jewelry, cute tanks, and themed accessories at Goldplaited in Lakeview East—perfect for elevating your summer style after brunch with friends!

Accessory Shopping

✅ Before you go 
• check out what’s missing in your clsoet - what’s a staple you need in your wardrobe this summer? 

💪 Pro tips
• there are so many fire themes to choose from! Be adventurous and different, you’re only going once! 👀

Build your style with the fun accessories 💍

Come shopping with me to the woman-owned boutique,

This boutique's clothing options give off cool Chicago City girl vibes.

I noticed this bowl of claw clips almost immediately and loved the starfish one.

I can't wait to throw this in my hair when I'm headed to the lake.

I tried on a couple of different styles here,

but ultimately my favorite thing were the themed accessories.

The theme with the boot was so adorable and then over here we had a Zen

My favorite was the evil eye that was so up my alley.

I have so many options for jewelry and fun candles like this one for spooky season.

shopping solo or with girlfriends after brunch.

Kick off your West Loop evening with happy hour at Black Barrel Tavern, then head over to Viaggio for cozy, old-school Italian food. A perfect blend of chill and classic indulgence—ideal for date night or a low-key night with friends.

Here's your plan for happy hour cocktails at Black Barrel, then cozy Italian dinner at Viaggio

Cocktails & Carbs 🍸🍝

Sip craft cocktails and enjoy 30% off appetizers during happy hour at Black Barrel Tavern, West Loop. Don't miss their tajin-rimmed watermelon shot for a flavorful kick.

Happy hour cocktails

✅ Before you go
• Happy hour details: 
MONDAY - FRIDAY 2PM - 5PM

YUENGLING LAGER 5

MAKERS MARK OLD FASHIONED 12

JOSH CABERNET 5

NUTRL SELTZERS 5

30% OFF APPETIZERS

💪 Pro tips
• The watermelon shot is delicious! And covered in a tajin rim 🤤

Happy hour at Black Barrel Tavern 🍸🍹🥂

Enjoy classic Italian dishes and a cozy atmosphere at Viaggio in West Loop—perfect for dinner dates or casual nights with friends. Pet-friendly outdoor seating available!

Italian Dinner

✅ Before you go
• It was pretty crowded, so grab a res here: https://viaggiochicago.com/page/reserve

💪 Pro tips
• They’re pet-friendly and offer outdoor seating! 🐶

Dinner at Viaggio 🍝 

We started at Black Barrel Tavern with their happy hour,

2 to 5 p.m. We both got cocktails and you have to try their watermelon shots.

Then we walked right next door to Viagio for some old school Italian food.

They start you off with bread and this delicious grilled pepper.

I got a lemon drop and then my boyfriend got an espresso martini.

We each got some classic Italian dishes and of

course had to end the night with something sweet.

The new go-to brunch spot in Lakeview East 

Here's your plan for enjoying brunch at Oak & Honey with pastries, mimosas, and delicious breakfast dishes

Best Brunch in Chicago 🥞 🍳

Enjoy homemade pastries, cinnamon roll pancakes, and fresh sourdough bread at Oak & Honey in East Lakeview for a delicious brunch experience.

Brunch & Breakfast

Wed - Fri: 9am to 9pm
Sat: 8am to 9pm 
Sun: 8am to 3pm

Oak & Honey 🗓️ ⏰

This is one of my favorite brunch spots in Chicago.

It's called Oak & Honey in Lakeview East and it actually recently opened.

they have fresh pastries ready for you to grab and go as well as a coffee bar,

and they have homemade fresh baked bread daily,

The menu has a good amount of both sweet and savory things,

we had to start the breakfast with a yummy mimosa.

a side of the sourdough bread with their lovely homemade jam

I highly recommend you getting the cinnamon roll pancakes.

Stop by Oak & Honey Wednesday through Saturday for a really good brunch.