Dating in Chicago: Insider's Guide

From the archives: November 13, 2002

Insider tips on some of Chicago's top date spots: theater, restaurants, bars and more.

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  1. 1 3 Star Rating: Average Chopping Block Chicago
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    4747 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625 (map)

    Take a class at this casual cooking school, and you'll receive a 10 percent discount on all non-sale merchandise on the day of class, from knives and pans to cookbooks and accessories.

  2. 2 4 Star Rating: Recommended Nacional 27
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    325 W. Huron, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    Friday and Saturday at 11pm, tables come off and the DJ comes on, spinning Latin tunes for dancing until 2am.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Goodman Theatre
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    170 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60601 (map)

    The Goodman complex also includes an Italian restaurant, Petterino's.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Ravinia Festival
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    418 Sheridan Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035 (map)

    Food and drink prices inside Ravinia are high--you're better off bringing your own.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Red Rooster Wine Bar & Cafe
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    2100 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)

    Red Rooster has a charming, reasonably priced selection of about 50 wines, mostly French and most in the $20-$35 range. Several glasses priced at $5-$6.

  6. 6 3 Star Rating: Average Cite Restaurant
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    505 N Lakeshore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)

    The banquettes facing the windows put you side-by-side with your dining partner, but provide the best views.

  7. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Websters Winebar
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    1480 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)

    Every other Wednesday evening at 7:30pm, you can indulge in a tasting of 12 to 16 wines from different regions along with appetizers for $30-$50.

  8. 8 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Second City
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    1616 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)

    Tickets for the Monday night performance of the National Touring Company's "The Best of Second City" are $8. There are no other student or senior reduced-rate tickets.

  9. 9 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Geja's Cafe
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    340 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)

    Accomplished flamenco guitarist Ted Richine has been serenading Geja's customers for more than 20 years.

  10. 10 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended The Art Institute of Chicago
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    111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603 (map)

    Free admission all day Tuesday.

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