Lollapalooza: Travel & Dining Guide
Lollapalooza 2011 is here! With bands like Foo Fighters, Coldplay, Eminem and My Morning Jacket – this year's show is packed with some major talent.
If you're looking for a great hotel or place to eat this weekend, we've got you covered. Check out our picks for some of the best hotels and restaurants near Grant Park.
Travel: Most Comfortable Hotel Beds
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Alycia Nicole
Whether you're in Chicago for Lollapalooza or vacation, the day always ends better with a comfortable place to rest your head. These beds are so comfortable, they're fit for a rock star. So sit back, relax and rest your blown out ear drums.
Travel: Best Family-Friendly Hotels In Chicago
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Emily Paster
If you're in need of a great hotel for both parents and little rockers alike, look no further. The hotels on this list come with special packages and amenities just for future rock stars to-be.
Travel: Pet-Friendly Hotels In Chicago
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Lauren Wulf
Just because you can't bring Fido in to the Lollapalooza grounds, doesn't mean he has to miss the fun. We've gathered a list of some of the best pet-friendly hotels in Chicago. From pampering to walking, these hotels have all your furry (swimming, flying, crawling) friends covered.
Travel: Top New Hotels In Chicago
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Greg Wahl
Out with the old, in with the new. In the past couple of years, downtown Chicago has welcomed several new and updated additions to its roster of excellent hotels. With the ranks swelling, it can be difficult to keep up with what's what, even for those in the know. For this year's Lolla festivities try out one of these new digs!
Dining: Gastropub - The Gage
24 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60603
312-372-4243
www.thegagechicago.com
This 300 seat restaurant and tavern is located just steps from Grant Park and open everyday. Relax amongst the vintage décor and eat upscale comfort foods, a seasonal IPA beer, and a relaxing whiskey in the heart of The Loop. If you want pub grub, there is certainly enough other bars around, but if you want a step up, this is the place for you.
Dining: Tapas - Mercat a la Planxa
638 Michagan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 765-0524
www.mercatchicago.com
Jose Garces, one of the most popular chefs in the city, is putting out some high end tapas that are unmatched elsewhere. Don't be fooled by the fine dining: this is still tapas to the core. Cured meats, fancy cheeses, and insanely tasty desserts make this a clear choice for the list of best tapas.
Dining: Art-Inspired Restaurants -- Terzo Piano
Art Institute of Chicago
111 South Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL
(312) 443-8650
www.terzopianochicago.com
Located in the modern wing of the Art Institute of Chicago, the stylish Terzo Piano offers an unbeatable view and great culinary fare. It's the perfect spot to take a leisurely break after hours of taking in art, but it's a great lunchtime destination on its own. The service is attentive and the diverse menu is chock-full of appealing, eclectic options. For starters, we recommend the antipasto (prosciutto, coppa, spicy sopressata, salami, aged cow's milk cheese, pickled vegetables), and from the entrees, we especially liked the roasted perch, mussels, clams and bay scallops in tomato broth.
Everything Lollapalooza
August 5-7, 2011
Michigan & Congress
Grant Park / Chicago, IL
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The festival will be held August 5th-7th in Chicago's Grant Part. Lollapalooza's 20th anniversary is now sold-out, but if you've planned ahead and have tickets coming your way, check out WXRT for everything from live webcasts, exclusive interviews, photos and more!
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Photos: Lollapalooza 2011 Preview
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