Jen

i'm going to chicago this weekend for the first time...any advice on good bars and restuarants?

Laura

The House of Blues is always a great place, and if there is a good show thats even better! Its a great venue to see a concert or just hang out.

Dan

Top of the Hancock for drinks and view.
Frontera (sp?) Grill.

Tom

Get ready for a great time! Try any of the restaurants on Randolph from fun (Vivo) to hot and expensive (Blackbird). Go for drinks at either Harry's Velvet Room; Ghost Bar above the restaurant "9" or hit a local spot, The Matchbox. You have so many options!! Chicago is an awesome place for food and drink - lived here 14 years and haven't done it all.
other restaurants:
MK; 9; Le Buchon; Iggy's; Mia Francesca; Cafe Absinthe; Soul Kitchen; Mod; Spring.
a grat neighborhood bar, "Get Me High Lounge" in Bucktown...

Donna

Lived here for 31 years (my whole life in the city) and haven't done it all either! I am moving out of state soon so I guess I will never do it all, ever! BooHoo. Have a great visit!

kal

A late night beer at The Billy Goat always proves interesting.

Hudson Club, if it's still open, for a martini. Cool decor.

El Jardin for an everclear Marggie.

For a chain, Goose Island has good brew, decent food and people watching.

Riva's on Navy Pier has a great view of the city.