Celeb-Rated in Chicago: Charlie Trotter

400 Iris Ln, Highland Park, IL 60035 (map)

"I love to pick up a picnic basket at Trotter's To Go and head up to this outdoor theater with my family. Whether catching the Joffrey Ballet, classical masterpieces or Latin-influenced music, the scenery and sounds cannot be beat."

1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605 (map)

"The addition of the oceanarium to this fantastic museum has made it even more of a thrilling family outing."

4156 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618 (map)

"Amazing Thai food in an elegant setting. And they have a fantastic wine list."

500 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

"I worked with Carrie at Sinclair's many years ago. She is an unbelievable chef. Her cousin designed the elegant dining room, and his brother presides over it with hospitality and finesse."

1650 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)

"Located right down the street from [Charlie Trotter's], this theater puts on cutting-edge works with the greatest actors of our time. A real thinking man's theater!"

754 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605 (map)

"This is Chicago culture at its finest."

111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603 (map)

"This incredible museum has an outstanding collection, made even better by the special exhibits held throughout the year."