Month: April 2019

Plan Your Night at These Lincoln Park Bars

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If you’re looking for a fun night out, the Lincoln Park neighborhood is packed with hot spots to grab a drink and unwind. From rooftops with killer views to fun dive bars, this charming area has it all.

Check out some of the local’s favorite Lincoln Park bars.

New Bars in the Lincoln Park Area

Lincoln Park has recently debuted a happening bar on Clybourne. Beck’s, a family-friendly establishment, boasts plenty of big screens, unbeatable wings, and a killer patio to enjoy a drink.

Though not opened yet, keep your eyes out for Love Street, soon-to-be Lincoln Park’s newest cocktail bar. The owners of The Victor Bar are bringing another swanky bar to the Lincoln Park neighborhood, offering fresh new drinks and a unique space catering to locals and the nearby DePaul University crowd.

Although it’s already been open for a couple of years, Tapster has recently been gaining more traction among Lincoln Park locals. Chicago’s first fully self-serve craft tasting room allows you to choose and pour your own beer, wine, cocktail, kombucha, and coffee all on draft.

Where to go to Watch the Game and Grab Food

Head over to Old Ground Social for the best spot to view your favorite sports game over some delicious drinks and good grub. Along with plenty of televisions for your viewing pleasure, this modern bar offers an extensive drink selection, a chef-driven food selection, and plenty of games to play, including darts and pool.

Gaslight Bar and Grille is another neighborhood favorite. Here you’ll find three full bars, creative culinary, a spacious year-round patio, and a secluded upper-deck lounge.

Burwood Tap makes for the perfect laid back, no thrills sports bar. Established in 1933, Burwood also boasts one of the longest running bars- sounds like they know what they’re doing.

Where to go for Date Night and a Fun Cocktail

For the perfect date night, complete with tasty cocktails and breathtaking views, be sure to stop by the J Parker, located on top of Hotel Lincoln. This trendy rooftop bar provides hand-crafted cocktails along with sweeping views of Lincoln Park, Lake Michigan, and downtown Chicago.

If you’re in the mood for more of a low key date, cozy up by the fire with a local brew at Beermiscuous.  This “coffee shop for beer” offers a wide selection of craft beer, board games, and occasional stand-up and musical performances in the basement.

With plenty of options, rest assured that the Lincoln Park bars can accommodate any vibe you’re looking for on any day of the week.

Lincoln Park Restaurants You Need to Try

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Lincoln Park, the charming north side neighborhood of Chicago, is home to a wide array of impressive restaurants to satisfy any palette out there.

With an overwhelming amount of options to choose from, The Luxury Living team has compiled some of our favorite Lincoln Park restaurants that you must try for yourself.

Different Types of Cuisine you can Find

You can truly take your taste buds on a trip around the world without stepping foot out of Lincoln Park.

Get a taste of the Spanish culture at Cafe-ba-ba-reeba, an authentic tapas restaurant offering a mouth-watering menu, killer Sangria, and a cozy Spanish vibe. This neighborhood staple creates the perfect space to share plates with your favorite people.

If you’re looking for a taste of Italy, be sure to check out Ricardo Trattoria. This family-owned restaurant provides Lincoln Park with authentic Italian charm along with some of the best pasta in the city.

Experience the taste of Thailand at Star of Siam. This Lincoln Park restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine in a modern space. The BYOB policy is also a huge plus!

New Restaurants in the Lincoln Park Area

If you’re all about trying new things, be sure to visit the latest Lincoln Park restaurants that continue to expand the neighborhood’s international flavor.

Lincoln Avenue has recently welcomed Galit to the area. This upscale and much anticipated Middle Eastern restaurant features an impressive menu focused on a seasonal and localized approach to Middle Eastern and Israeli dishes.

Xi’ang Dynasty Cuisine opened a few short months ago and has already become a go-to stop for Lincoln Park locals. This casual Chinese dining spot serves a wide array of traditional dishes at affordable prices.

If you’ve never tasted a savory Aussie pie, you need to head over to Barangaroos and try one for yourself. This new eatery is the only Lincoln Park restaurant featuring cuisine from the land down under.

Best Spots for Brunch, Dinner, and a Quick Bite

For any self-proclaimed ‘brunchie’ out there, rest assured that Lincoln Park boasts some of the Windy City’s best brunch scene. Batters and Berries has become one of the hottest brunch spots in the neighborhood. Be prepared to wait for a table, but we promise the world famous french toast flight will be worth it.

If you are looking for an unbeatable dining experience and exceptional cuisine don’t hesitate to make dinner reservations at Alinea. This Michelin star restaurant has been named ‘America’s Best Restaurant’ three times as well as the world’s fifty Best Restaurants.

When you’re on a time crunch, stop into Left Coast Food + Juice for a quick bite. With a healthy and tasty menu, and West Coast vibe, you’ll be able to indulge in a quick, chill, and guilt-free meal.

Treat your taste buds and be sure take advantage of these unique and delicious Lincoln Park restaurants.

Check Out Sheffield Neighbors

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If you are looking for that neighborhood charm, but not ready to give up the convenience and entertainment of a large city, you may want to begin your search for the perfect condo in Sheffield Neighbors.

Overview of the Neighborhood

Sheffield Neighbors, also known as the ‘Garden District of Chicago’, is a part of the larger Lincoln Park neighborhood on the north side of Chicago. It is located inside the boundaries of W Fullerton, N Halsted, W Armitage, W Cortland, N Southport, and N Clybourn.

The Lincoln Park neighborhood remains a hub for transportation, providing residents with easy access to the highways, Lake Shore Drive, and multiple CTA stations.

Sheffield Neighbors National Historic District was developed in the late 1800s, boasting incredible history you can’t find in every neighborhood. In fact, in 1976 Sheffield became one of the first communities in Illinois to be designated a National Historic District by the U.S. Department of the Interior.

Over the past fifty years, the annual Sheffield Music Festival and Art Walk brings neighbors and visitors together to honor the community’s rich history. All of the proceeds help fund sustainable community projects.

Since its early beginnings, Sheffield Neighbors has remained a popular place for Chicagoans to reside.

Currently, Sheffield Neighbors boasts some of the best shops, restaurants, bars, and attractions in Chicago.

Stroll along Halsted Street to find top-rated dining, including Cafe Ba-Ba-Reba, Oyster Bah, and Summer House Santa Monica.

After a delicious meal, head over to for a shopping trip at Art Effect or treat your sweet tooth at Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream.

If you’re in the mood for an artsy afternoon, don’t miss the DePaul Art Museum. This world-class museum offers free entrance to the public and features an impressive collection of international modern and contemporary art.

Where to Find Condos

The middle portion of Sheffield Neighbors is full of residential living, sprinkled with historic brownstones and luxury units throughout.

If you don’t mind living amidst hustle and bustle, consider looking for condos available on the perimeter of Sheffield’s Neighbors. These happening streets include Armitage, Halsted, Clybourne, and Fullerton.

Browse an interactive map on the Luxury Living site to find current condo listings throughout Sheffield Neighbors. The site allows you to visualize and browse through potential properties available.

How to Tour Them

If you find condos that catch your eye, the next move is to step foot in the property to get a better feel for the space and the community.

The Luxury Living Team can provide experienced and licensed brokers who are familiar with Sheffield Neighbors. They can help you secure a tour to view your desired listings and walk you through the purchasing process

Start considering Sheffield Neighbors for your future neighborhood today!

 

Where to Live in Wrightwood Neighbors

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Lincoln Park remains one of Chicago’s favorite neighborhoods. Nestled within this popular area, you’ll find Wrightwood Neighbors, complete with incredible charm, convenience, and convenience.

Neighborhood Overview

Wrightwood Neighbors offers a phenomenal location, situated in north Lincoln Park and bounded by Halsted, Fullerton, Lakewood, and Diversey.

This lively pocket neighborhood features a great mix of new and historic real estate, along with a great sense of community for people both old and young.

Wrightwood Neighbors is also home to part of the DePaul University campus and many of its students. These students, along with the rest of Wrightwood Neighbor’s residents, are surrounded by an incredible mix of incredible dining and nightlife.

Batters and Berries, located at the northern tip of Wrightwood Neighbors, offers some of the Windy City’s best brunch. While most weekends ensure a long wait, we promise that the french toast flight is completely worth it.

Broken English Taco Pub provides the perfect spot to spend a sunny afternoon enjoying the inviting patio, tasty tacos and mouth-watering margaritas.

For an evening filled with live music, Wrightwood Neighbors does not disappoint. On any day of the week, you can find locals and visitors alike enjoying some of Chicago’s greatest jazz at Kingston Mines or live musical performances at Lincoln Hall.

Rose’s Lounge, Lincoln Ave’s popular dive bar, makes for the perfect spot to end the evening. This cozy ’80s themed, underground bar will take you right back to your grandmother’s basement.

Where to Find Condos

Scattered throughout the charming streets of Wrightwood Neighbors you’ll find a wide selection of condos.

The Luxury Living sale’s site provides an up-to-date map containing current condos on the market in Wrightwood Neighbors.

The Wrightwood Neighbors Association page also provides a great resource to learn more about the area and potential spots that fit what you are looking for.

If you have your heart set on a condo centered around all of the action, Diversey, Lincoln, and Fullerton are great streets to start looking.

Condos situated on the side streets will provide a bit more peace and quiet, and generally offer more family-friendly units.

How to Tour Them

If you find a listing that catches your eye, be sure to connect with a licensed professional who can help you set up a tour to view the property.

Touring properties is the best way to get a closer look at your potential property and help narrow down the best fit for your housing needs.

The Luxury Living Team boasts an incredible group of qualified brokers who have a thorough understanding of the buying process, as well as the Chicago neighborhoods.

Get in touch with us and find your dream home today!

Walk Through These Lincoln Park Condos

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If you are looking for that neighborhood charm, but not ready to give up the ease of big city living, consider making a move to one of Chicago’s favorite neighborhoods.

The Lincoln Park neighborhood, nestled north of downtown right along Lake Michigan, is one that offers its residents unrivaled character and convenience.

With plenty of incredible homes on the market, the Luxury Living team is here to help provide insight into some of the best Lincoln Park condos.

Walk Through These Lincoln Park Condos

Strolling through Lincoln Park, you’ll get the perfect taste of old meets new, with a mix of historic walk-ups and brand new beautiful builds scattered throughout the neighborhood.

See for yourself what ideal park front living looks like and stop by 1960 North Lincoln Park West. This incredibly rare and recently updated condo delivers unbeatable location and amenities. Situated right along Lincoln Park, this property offers easy access to the lake, Lincoln Park Zoo, and CTA. Additionally, every unit provides fully-renovated open-concept kitchens complete with granite countertops and expansive countertops, private covered balconies with sliding glass doors, and captivating panoramic views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.

If you’re all about vintage charm, don’t miss out on the beautiful condo that recently hit the Lincoln Park market. 2317 North Cambridge Avenue #2S offers a stunning space in the self-managed building right in the center of the charming Lincoln Park neighborhood. The available unite features beautiful original dark wood trim, hardwood floors throughout, and mature trees hugging the building.

Unique Amenities or Locations

If you’re drawn to prime location, rest assured that the Lincoln Park neighborhood is full of hot spots. Many of the top properties in the neighborhood are located along the park and near the University of DePaul campus.

Condos near Armitage Avenue also provide an unbeatable location near some of the neighborhood’s best shopping and dining. However, you can find fabulous condos sprinkled throughout the entire area.

For some of the neighborhood’s most impressive amenities, check out Elevate Lincoln Park. This luxury building offers unrivaled units. The property features an impressive courtyard overlooking Lincoln Avenue complete with grills and a fire pit, a rooftop plunge pool with cabanas, an outdoor dog walk, a state-of-the-art fitness center and yoga room, a party room with demonstration kitchen, and built-in seating areas with free Wi-Fi in the common areas.

How to Tour Them

If you’re interested in checking out Lincoln Park’s most desirable condos for yourself, get in touch with an experienced broker who can help set up a property tour and ease the search for your dream place.

The Luxury Living team has a thorough understanding of the Chicago market and insight into finding the best Lincoln Park condos. Don’t miss the perfect opportunity to find your dream home today!

 

What You Need to Know About the Lincoln Park Neighborhood

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Nestled right along Lake Michigan and north of downtown Chicago, the Lincoln Park neighborhood offers its residents coveted convenience and character. Residents enjoy the benefits of big-city living along with the perks of neighborhood charm.

Lincoln Park provides rich history, endless outdoor activities, and easy access to the highway and public transportation, making the neighborhood hard to beat.

Check out everything you need to know about what it’s like to call the Lincoln Park neighborhood home.

Walk Through These Lincoln Park Condos

The Lincoln Park neighborhood offers the perfect combination of historic walk-ups and brand new builds.

Many of the top properties in the neighborhood are located close to the park and near the University of DePaul. Condos off Armitage Avenue also provide an unbeatable location near some of the neighborhood’s best shopping and dining. However, you can find fabulous condos sprinkled throughout the entire area.

Take a look at 1960 North Lincoln Park West and discover an incredibly rare and recently updated condo that delivers unbeatable location and amenities. Situated right along Lincoln Park, you can find easy access to the Lake, Lincoln Park Zoo, and CTA. Additionally, the building’s units provide fully-renovated open-concept kitchens complete with granite countertops and expansive countertops, private covered balconies with sliding glass doors, and captivating panoramic views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.

Also, don’t miss the vintage condo that recently hit the Lincoln Park market. 2317 North Cambridge Avenue #2S offers a stunning space in the self-managed building right in the center of the charming Lincoln Park neighborhood. The available unite features beautiful original dark wood trim, hardwood floors throughout, and fully mature trees hugging the building.

If you’re ready to check out Lincoln Park’s most desirable condos for yourself, one of our experienced brokers can help set up a property tour and ease the search for your dream place.

Where to Live in Wrightwood Neighbors

Wrightwood Neighbors is a popular pocket neighborhood of the larger Lincoln Park community bounded by Halsted and Fullerton and Lakewood and Diversey.

This lively neighborhood features a great mix of new and historic real estate, along with a great sense of community for people both old and young.

Scattered throughout the charming streets, Wrightwood Neighbors bost beautiful and unique condos. The Luxury Living sale’s site provides a map containing current condos on the market in Wrightwood Neighbors.

The Wrightwood Neighbors Association page also provides a great resource to learn more about the area and potential spots that fit what you are looking for.

If you find condos that catch your eye, our team of licensed professional can help you set up a tour to view the property.

Where to Live in Sheffield Neighbors

Sheffield Neighbors National Historic District was developed in the late 1800s but continues to remain one of the hottest spots for prospective buyers in the Lincoln Park neighborhood.

Located inside the boundaries of W Fullerton, N Halsted, W Armitage, W Cortland, N Southport, and N Clybourn, Sheffield Neighbors offers a prime location, with easy access to Lincoln Park’s multiple CTA stations.

Along the perimeters of Sheffield Neighbors, residents can find some of the hottest dining and retail destinations, including Cafe-Ba-Ba-Reba, and plenty of fun boutiques.

The Luxury Living site also provides an interactive map with current property listings to help you narrow down prospective condos throughout Sheffield Neighbors.

If you need guidance in your search or you are ready to tour condos, be sure to get in touch with a licensed broker on our team to help you through the process.

Lincoln Park Restaurants You Need to Try

The Lincoln Park neighborhood is not short of delicious restaurants. With cuisines from all over the world, you can be sure to find any and all the food your taste buds desire.

Get a taste of the Spanish culture and head on over to Cafe-ba-ba-reeba, an authentic tapas restaurant offering a mouth-watering menu, killer Sangria, and a cozy Spanish vibe. Be sure to check out Ba-Ba-Reeba on a Saturday or Sunday for some of the best brunch and bloody mary bar in the neighborhood.

For a taste of Italy, check out La Roccia, Lincoln Park’s newest Italian eatery and speakeasy. Located in an underground space surrounded by exposed bricks, La Roccia offers diners a unique and cozy experience. Night owls will be pleased to know the kitchen stays open until 2am most evenings.

If you are looking for an unbeatable dining experience and incomparable cuisine, be sure to add Alinea to your bucket list. The Michelin star restaurant has been named America’s Best Restaurant three times as well as the world’s fifty Best Restaurants. Alinea features a single, seasonally driven tasting menu of between 18 and 22 unique courses.

When you’re on a time crunch, stop into  Left Coast Food + Juice for a quick bite. With a healthy and tasty menu, and West Coast vibe, you’ll be able to indulge in a quick, chill, and guilt-free meal.

Plan Your Night at These Lincoln Park Bars

If you’re looking for a fun night out, the Lincoln Park neighborhood is packed with hot spots to grab a drink and unwind. From rooftops with killer views to fun dive bars, this neighborhood has it all.

Lincoln Park has recently debuted a happening bar located right on Clybourne. Beck’s, a family-friendly establishment, boasts plenty of big screens, unbeatable wings, and a killer patio to enjoy a drink.

Head over to Old Ground Social for the best sports bar in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. Along with plenty of televisions to view your favorite sports games, this modern bar offers an extensive drink selection, a chef-driven food selection, and plenty of games to play including darts and pool. The patio is also pretty hard to beat during the summertime.

For the perfect date night, complete with tasty cocktails and breathtaking views, be sure to stop by the J Parker, located on top of the Lincoln Park of Hotel. The trendy rooftop bar provides hand-crafted cocktails along with sweeping views of Lincoln Park, Lake Michigan, the whole city.

For a casual weekend evening, cozy up by the fire at Beermiscuous, known as the “coffee shop for beer”. Choose from the wide selection of craft beer and board games.

4 Lincoln Park Boutiques You Should Know

The Lincoln Park neighborhood boasts some of Chicago’s best boutiques. Scattered along Armitage Avenue, you can find some of the best places to shop:

  1. Bevello: This stylish shop offers an impressive selection of clothing, ranging from the season’s must-have shoes to the perfect new work outfit. With weekly arrivals, there are always new products and new wardrobes to look forward to. Plus, Bevello’s online website constant offers exclusive coupons and promotions.
  2. Warby Parker: For some fashion-forward frames, this is the spot to shop. Warby Parker offers an impressive selection of vintage-inspired glasses at affordable prices. You can also be pleased to know about the “buy a pair, give a pair” program in place which ensures that for every pair of Warby Parker glasses purchased, a pair of glasses is distributed to someone in need.
  3. Art Effect: Since 1985, this quirky boutique has featured funky knick-knacks and cute clothing. Whether you want to treat yourself to a fun find or need a gift for any occasion, this shop is a must-visit.
  4. POGO: This lifestyle boutique features exclusive high-end men and women’s sneakers and lifestyle sportswear from the fashion industry’s most coveted brands. Not only does the retailer offer a great selection of products, but shoppers love the unique space and customer experience that the shop delivers.

With unbeatable dining, shopping, and living, the Lincoln Park neighborhood makes for the perfect spot to call home. Consider making this neighborhood your own and get in touch with an experienced Luxury Living broker to help you find your dream condo today!

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