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LINO'S CHICAGO
Links to Lino's Hotspots
Lino has lived in Chicago for much of his life. His love and extensive knowledge of this great city has culminated a number of cultural gems. Below, you will find a list of "hotspots" which come highly recommended.
Restaurants
Presented are a few local restaurants I thoroughly enjoy. Their selection was based on exemplary experiences.
Tiparos Thai Restaurant
1540 N Clark St., Chicago; phone: 312-712-9900
Wishbone
3300 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago; phone: 773-549-2663
Kamehachi
1400 N. Wells St., Chicago; phone: 312-664-3663
Shiroi Hana
3242 N. Clark St., Chicago; phone: 773-477-1652
Hema's Kitchen
2411 N. Clark St., Chicago; phone: 773-529-1705
Joe's Stone Crab
60 E. Grand Ave., Chicago; phone: 312-379-5637
Big Bowl
6 E. Cedar, Chicago; phone: 312-640-8888
60 E. Ohio, Chicago; phone: 312-951-1888
Erwin's Cafe
2925 N. Halsted St., Chicago; phone: 773-528-7200
North Pond
2610 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago; phone: 773-477-5845
Mon Ami Gabi
2300 N. Lincoln Park West, Chicago; phone: 773-348-8886
Tsuki
1441-1443 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago; phone: 773-883-8722
Le Lan
749 N. Clark St., Chicago; phone: 312-280-9100
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Theatre
From comedy to tragedy, Chicago boasts world-class theater performances all across the city. Below are stages that present the very best shows.
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Museums
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Chicago Academy of Sciences and its Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Don't miss the very cool exhibit of over 500 live butterflies in a 2700 square-foot greenhouse.
(Although I've served on the Local Business Committee of the museum, I can't take credit for the butterflies!)
Chicago History Museum
This is a must-visit for Midwest history buffs and anyone who enjoys history exhibits and old photographs!
Museum of Broadcast Communications
In the beautiful Cultural Center (formerly the Chicago Public Library) is the Museum of Broadcast Communications, where you can experience American history
through the sights and sounds of television and radio. The museum has a wonderful archive of the old Chicago favorites such as Fibber McGee and Molly, as well
as its own closed-circuit television studio for playful newscaster auditions!
Field Museum
(of natural history) Read about Sue, the largest, most complete, and best preserved T. Rex ever!
Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum
Fascinating sky shows in person and a good Web site for heavenly information.
John G. Shedd Aquarium
Controversial for importing beluga whales from the ocean, the Shedd is nonetheless impressive for its collection of nearly 8,000 aquatic animals and its
exhibit about the ecological balance of the Amazon River.
Museum of Science and Industry
A little further south near 55th Street and Lake Shore Drive is the Museum of Science and Industry. This museum was originally the Palace of Fine Arts
at the 1893 Columbian Exposition. View the online exhibits of the U-505 as well as age-old favorites: coal mine, baby chicks, and Colleen Moore's Fairy Castle.
The Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture
This is a favorite of mine because my parents immigrated to Chicago from Lithuania in 1920. The museum is one of the nation's leading ethnic museums,
and it is a valuable resource for Lithuanian geneology. Visit in person at 6500 S. Pulaski, Chicago 60629; phone: (773) 582-6500.
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