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Scott Kleinberg: If you get there between 8 and 9 on a weekday, it's really busy. If the barista is working the line with a headset, the line tends to move a little faster.
53 E Randolph St (btwn Wabash Ave & Garland Ct), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · The Loop · 316 tips and reviews
Scott Kleinberg: Ask the barista about the clover offering of the day. It costs a bit more but I've never had anything less than a stellar cup of coffee.
Dumpling Restaurant · The Loop · 144 tips and reviews
Scott Kleinberg: A must on every visit to any location is the green tea ginger ale. And if you can't decide on what kind of bao to order, go with the spicy Mongolian beef. You won't be sorry.
108 N State St (btwn W Washington St & W Randolph St), Chicago, IL
Shopping Mall · The Loop · 51 tips and reviews
Scott Kleinberg: Nice place to walk through to get out of the heat. The food places on the lower level are perfect for walking between the Red and Blue lines. Beard Papa's cream puffs are beyond words. So good.
679 North Michigan Avenue (at E Huron St), Chicago, IL
Electronics Store · Streeterville · 92 tips and reviews
Scott Kleinberg: Keep your credit card tucked away - not just because of pickpockets but because you'll be tempted to buy one of everything. And, do take in a little mini class in the theater upstairs.
Latin American Restaurant · Fulton River District · 144 tips and reviews
Scott Kleinberg: BONUS: 2 tips for the price of one. First, the coconut mojito is very creamy and tasty. Second, don't be fooled - a small order of guacamole is plenty if you plan to eat anything else.