1. RPM Italian
8.9
52 W Illinois St (at N Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 238 tips and reviews
Carolyn Baumgarten: The tartufo for dessert is absolutely phenomenal. Great food, trendy atmosphere, servers are very knowledgeable!
Makeda: The meatballs are a big draw at this trendy spot. The marinara sauce is light but flavorful. Ditch the truffle garlic bread, tastes nothing like truffles.
Rachel Poon: Make reservations early at this popular and trendy restaurant!
3. Intelligentsia Coffee
9.1
53 E Randolph St (btwn Wabash Ave & Garland Ct), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · The Loop · 316 tips and reviews
Amy Graff: Modern and stylish space conveniently located by Randolph/Wabash L. Amazing coffee that will convert non-coffee drinkers and light, refined pastries.
Dan Hill: Achingly hip, but also very good. Will do a flat white if you ask for it.
David Greenberger: The Pour Over prepared on the chemex is the ultimate hip move, says local source. It fired me up.
Eater: The fireplace is much more important at Broken Shaker Chicago than it is at the hip cocktail bar's original Miami location. Inside the Freehand, find an impressive selection of craft cocktails. Read more.
Kevin M. McNally, CMP: Great location. Fun atmosphere and very trendy. Fun staff, great service and delicious cocktails with food offerings.
Tim Backus: Trendy and interesting cocktail ingredients.
5. Maple & Ash
8.9
8 W Maple St (at State St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 60 tips and reviews
Irini Boeder: Amazing atmosphere, super trendy, delicious food and awesome service!
Eric C: Beautiful interior, romantic and hip decor. Food was very very good. If you're up for a splurge get the "I don't give a f..." Chef's 5 course meal.
Dana Danielle: Such a lively and trendy atmosphere! A complimentary drink provided when you sit. Ask for the champagne gun and order the filet!
6. Duck Duck Goat
9.1
857 W Fulton Market (at Peoria St), Chicago, IL
Chinese Restaurant · Fulton Market · 88 tips and reviews
Eater: Duck Duck Goat adds a trendy twist to the traditional Chinatown flare with a menu of unique items like egg waffles, goat dumplings and shrimp toast dim sum. Read more.
Patrick Buggy: If you want trendy vibes and Chinese food for foodies, come here. If you just want authentic Chinese food, go to Chinatown.
Nick Barella: Highly recommend the duck slap noodles and the bone marrow potstickers. One of the best meals you will ever have!
7. Heritage Bicycles
9.3
2959 N Lincoln Avenue (Wellington), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Lakeview · 66 tips and reviews
AFAR Media: A coffee shop, a general store, and a place to buy a few key items for your hip closet. Most importantly though, it's a place to grab a cup of joe and watch art being created that you can ride home. Read more.
C Rey: Boutique bicycles are great, don't get me wrong. But this is a place for excellent coffee and an equally pleasant environment. Great outdoor patio with hip old van. And yes you can buy a bike, too.
Barbara K: Hipster haven, which makes me laugh, but delicious beverages and knowledgeable staff (baristas and bike mechanics). In the summer, outdoor social media moment opportunities on the patio.
8. The Violet Hour
9.0
1520 N Damen Ave (at Pierce Ave), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · Wicker Park · 256 tips and reviews
Jessica: Very trendy drink spot. Upscale and classy!
Eric Krull: Simply a must! Sophisticated, chic, and everything you want for a one of a kind night out. The most hidden of all the gems but the biggest reward if you find it!
L K: The intimate atmosphere let's you focus on your private party and forget there are even other patrons. Cozy, trendy, and amazing cocktails.
9. Au Cheval
9.1
800 W Randolph St (at S Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Fulton Market · 482 tips and reviews
PureWow: This trendy Chicago diner actually slips a third patty onto the double cheeseburger to achieve optimum cheese-to-meat ratios. Thanks, guys. Read more.
Avery Alchek: Au Cheval has a decent burger, but it's not Chicago's best. Personally, I didn't think the burger was one of their better dishes. Vibe is fun and trendy, making it a great date spot if you can wait.
Rodrиго Ривера: A very hip restaurant with allegedly the best burger in town. I can say it is a very solid burger and the root bear float is very tasty. It gets very crowded and there are long waits to get a table.
10. The Promontory
8.6
5311 S Lake Park West (at 53rd St), Chicago, IL
Gastropub · Hyde Park · 56 tips and reviews
Emmanuel Bell: Go for cocktails, skip the food. Hyde Park's version of north side trendy. Hostess spins vinyl, too! Big plus :-)
Duane Golston: The food is good I loved the seared tuna especially the drinks are in a class of their own and it's a cozy spot for dining and concert love this place.
Laini Madhubuti: Great lamb burger. For cocktails, pick from the menu. Bartenders need more training in off menu classics.
Nauman Noor: Well made caffeine fused drinks. And the atmosphere is as hip as it gets.
JABRIL YOUSEF: chill, trendy spot but … no wifi (though, you can pick some up from Nando’s next door).
Explore Chicago: La Colombe supplies coffee to West Loop restaurants as well as to cafe patrons. Try their Leonardo DiCaprio blend: proceeds go to the Actor’s foundation to support environmental sustainability.
12. Kanela Breakfast Club
9.0
1408 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Wolcott Ave), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · Wicker Park · 33 tips and reviews
V: Their pancakes w Nutella are so amazing!!! Super delicious breakfast/lunch spot. Chic and classic interior, I'm in love!!
Antonia Strotdrees: Have the Loraine Scramble for savoury, and Banana Nut Pancakes for sweet 👌🏼
Mary Ann Kowalczyk: Red Velvet French Toast is amazing. The Pear Splash is good but sometimes too much ginger. Great friendly service :) Chocolate milk was good too! Mmmm
13. Lula Café
9.3
2537 N Kedzie Blvd (btwn Linden & Logan Sq.), Chicago, IL
Café · Logan Square · 256 tips and reviews
Abby Meixner: Come for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and you will never be disappointed. Hip atmosphere, excellent cocktails, extensive beer selection. The best reason to go to Logan Square!
Chicagoist: Lula has been dedicated the the localvore, farm-to-table mindset longer than it’s been trendy, offering up things like Brown Sugar Griddle Cakes and house-made pastries, as well as lunch staples. Read more.
Shannon Hallowell: Brunch was amazing! Only waited about 15 minutes for a 2 top. They sat us at the chefs counter in the back (amazing) I ordered the Mexican seafood stew with rice off the specials menu. It was incredib