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Information on Chicago’s Newest Night Spots |
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Chicago’s known for a lot of things including its nightlife and this summer a whole slew of new clubs have opened up around the city!
Crescendo, a new ultra lounge on Ontario Street comes from the guys behind another popular Chicago nightspot, Reserve! Located in the former L8 space, this two-story club is now decked out in a retro-Moroccan theme. Plus, the classic American fare is not to be missed!
The name is Latin for ‘light’ and that’s exactly what the main attraction is at Lumen! The impressive overhead l-e-d light installation here constantly changes color based on body movements and sound adding different hues to the white minimal décor. Previously a meat-packing factory, this 5,000 square foot room in the heart of the Fulton Market District is now a green-friendly contemporary nightlife venue built entirely out of bamboo, stainless steel and concrete!
Mark Klemen, the man behind another popular hot spot—Funky Buddha Lounge brings us the environmentally conscience Butterfly Social Club on Grand Avenue in River West! And here, everything is organic and recyclable! The wild façade is made entirely out of waste products like Chicago mud and Illinois river rock—in fact, it’s the largest earth sculpture in the world! And the drinks are all-natural and fresh—even the ice cubes are made with spring water!
Situated in the former Rhythm space on Randolph Street, Red Kiva is a sexy lounge featuring a boomerang shaped bar overlooking a sunken living room based on a “kiva”, a ceremonial structure used by Native Americans!
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Crescendo
222 West Ontario Street
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 376-3111
www.crescndo-chicago.com
Lumen
839 West Fulton Market
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 733-2222
www.lumen-chicago.com
Butterfly Social Club
722 West Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 666-1695
Red Kiva
1108 West Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 226-5577
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Information on Bon Soiree |
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Regular restaurants may fine for most people but if you’re a real foodie you want something with just a little bit more and Bon Soiree in Logan Square is just that! It’s the newest place in the city dishing up an exclusive dining experience! This recently opened inconspicuous café and catering company on West Armitage Avenue serves up French & American delicacies. Although it’s open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, on Saturday nights they close up shop for special invitation-only prix fix dinners perfect for the true gourmand with a sophisticated pallet—they call it their ‘Underground Restaurant!’ These events take place almost every Saturday with the menu changing weekly. Anyone can sign up on their website, but only a handful guests chosen at random are e-mailed an invitation. The first thirty people to reply are treated to a delightful five course meal!
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Bon Soiree
2728 West Armitage Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 486-7511
www.bon-soiree.com
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Information on Noble Horse Theater |
By day some horses around town simply give carriage rides, but at night they’re the stars of the show at the Noble Horse Theater in Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood! Constructed in 1871, this horse performance theater is one of the oldest buildings in the city and is the last urban riding hall in the country! Former Marine Corps mounted guard Dan Sampson purchased this 136 year-old stable in 1985. The building was in bad shape, but after a 15 year renovation it was up and running once again! Three equestrian shows are now held in the castle-like setting annually—“Quadrille”, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”, and “The Nutcracker”…on horseback! Audiences up to 400 are entertained here by 50 steeds and 20 performers including a couple of very impressive trick riders from Kazakhstan! Shows last about an hour and each one ends with a meet and greet!
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Noble Horse Theater
1410 North Orleans Street
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 266-7878
www.noblehorsechicago.com
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Information on Kreative Soul |
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Doug checked out a quaint spot in Lakeview that will set your soul a float. Kreative Soul has a little something for everyone from hand made jewelry and clothing from local designers, or vintage inspired threads and accessories, hip sacks and much more….. Visit Madame Pilar and she will set the tone to a new you!
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Kreative Soul Boutique
3744 N Broadway St
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 975.8199
www.kreativesoulsbypilar.com
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Information on Kreative Kreations |
If you’re little one is celebrating a birthday, treat them to lots of fun at Kreative Kreations in Glen Ellyn. This multifunctional store has everything a child needs to entertain themselves on their big day. From building dolls and animals to creating jewelry and body gels, this recreational haven is all that and more. Not only does the store host birthday parties, but they have retail available if you’re in need of a gift.
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Kreative Kreations
482 Main Street
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
(630) 545-0225
www.kreative-kreations.com
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Information on Crust |
Wicker Park has a new pizzeria called "Crust." It's located in a trendy section on West Division Street just west of Damen. "Crust" is unique because they bill themselves as the first certified organic restaurant in the Midwest. That means 95 percent of their ingredients are organic. Chef Michael Altenberg serves up sandwiches, fresh salads, and their specialty, flatbreads. Beverages include organic sodas and rain vodka infused on the premises.
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Crust
2056 W. Division St.
Chicago, IL
(773) 235-5511
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