There are usually at least two gluten-free cupcake options on a given day, and a couple of brunch options to boot. Make a morning of it and bring back some cupcakes for the week!
They've xerascaped large sections of the park with Prairie grasses and shrubs, making it very hospitable to wildlife, especially on summer evenings.
One of the few BBQ joints in Chicago that serves proper burnt ends, Kansas City style. Go in the summer under clear skies and treat yourself to the open-air patio.
The burgers are made with some lovely dry-aged beef, so do yourself a favor and order yours medium rare.
If you don't appreciate selvage denim, or the impressive feat that is Mildblend's selection, turn around, walk out and head over to Target. We'll all be happier for it.
Whether or not your tiki drinks come with flaming garnish is a matter of preference. You will surely enjoy them either way. If it's a multi drink night, spring for the Chinese food from Thank You.
Came for the milkshakes, stayed for the milkshakes, thoroughly enjoyed said milkshakes. Worth a stop on a long car trip.
Great wine selection, impressive range of ciders and beers for the area, and proper mixers in the back. Booze hounds visiting the Berkshires need sniff around no further.
Now featuring a robust gluten-free menu that includes some very respectable buns. My first lobster roll in years was just as good as my very first!
If you find yourself with a rental car and a couple of hours to kill before heading to the airport, spend a delightful afternoon here sipping tea and munching on French-inspired Asian sweets.
The pastelon is a lasagna-like casserole that replaces pasta with sweet plantains. It is wonderfully delicious and gluten friendly in case that's your thing. Don't miss the ceviche either, and BYOB.
The Choripapa brunch plate is a taste-splosion and you will need a mighty appetite to contain it. Leaving room for dessert is a courageous feat indeed.
Once you figure out the open floor plan concierge, everything else is very thoughtfully laid out. The motion sensor lights in each room are a nice touch.
