Chicago Game Day, from Union Park to the Arena

4.4 (1,189)

Mon – Sun, 06:00 – 23:00

1501 W Randolph St

Union Park’s 13.77 acres sit by the Ashland transit stop, with basketball courts, baseball fields, a playground, and a multi-use athletic field. The fieldhouse includes a theater stage. During concerts and festivals, the grounds can keep open space available for picnics and quiet downtime alongside the event.

4.7 (24,683)

Mon – Sat, 11:00 – 17:00

1901 W Madison St

The United Center has hosted professional basketball, hockey and major concerts on the Near West Side since 1994. Look up into the rafters during a game or concert for championship banners and team history. The concourse offers a range of food options.

3.6 (90)

Thu, 16:00 – 22:00; Fri, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 16:00 – 03:00 (+1)

1402 W Randolph St

Expat pairs 1950s styling with American cafe classics and global comfort food in the West Loop. The menu also includes brunch. Natural wines and well-traveled cocktails fill out the drinks list. Guests can take pictures in the photo booth. An automatic 18% gratuity is added to the bill.

4.5 (374)

Wed – Fri, 17:00 – 22:00; Sat, 16:00 – 22:00; Sun, 16:00 – 21:00

1215 W Grand Ave

Pizz'Amici serves crispy cracker-crust tavern pies and Sicilian squares in West Town. The menu also includes Caesar salads, appetizers and a pizza-inspired negroni. Little curtains frame the window tables. Guests can also sit at the bar. Dining in requires an advance reservation. Takeout is available.