Good restaurants abound, but three are worth a detour for lesbian travelers. Friendly atmosphere, great bar, and reasonable prices make this place a down-home destination. Both serve eclectic contemporary cuisine. High-energy dancing downstairs and the best pool playing in the city upstairs, plus no unaccompanied men allowed past the door, make this place unbeatable. 4 a.m. Chicago is second only to New York in innovative theater companies.
Shows sell out regularly, so arrive early.
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