Within just a few blocks of Best western River North Hotel, you can find hundreds and hundreds of restaurants, amazing Chicago landmarks such as the Chicago River Walk and Michigan Ave and some of Chicago's best nightlife. But we want to think a little closer to home. We wanted to show off just how amazing our central downtown Chicago really is, so we put together a list of our favorite things that are only ONE block outside our door. One block east, west, north, or south just look what our block has to offer. Dining One Block East The Diver – 601 N Wells. Trendy Mexican restaurant. Opens at 4 PM Bar Cargo – 605 N Wells. Hip spot for Roman pizza & Italian eats with cocktails & wine in an industrial setting. Al's Roast Beef – 548 N Wells. Chicago based chain known for overstuffed Italian beef sandwiches & hot dogs. Meli Café – 540 N Wells St. Bright, homey eatery serving healthy leaning breakfast all day plus lunch. Open until 3PM One Block North Hard Rock Café – 63 W Ontario. Rock N Roll themed eatery with a high energy vibe serving burgers & American classics. McDonalds – 600 N Clark St. 9,000-square-foot eco-friendly flagship of the chain burger establishment. The futuristic, one-story fast-food restaurant is a mixture of glass and steel, featuring apple trees. Portillo's – 100 W Ontario. Chicago born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiched & more. Chicago Chop House – 60 West Ontario. Traditional steakhouse in a restored Brownstone. One Block South Maggiano's Little Italy – 516 N Clark St. Semi-upscale for classic Italian served family style in a relaxed, polished space. Beatrix – 519 N Clark St. Neighborhood coffeehouse and American eatery. Ema – 74 W Illinois St. – Mediterranean small plates & spreads with fresh bread. Brindille – 534 N Clark St. French fine dining & lengthy wine list. Opens at 5 PM. One Block West Cold Stone Creamery – 20 W Ohio St. – Ice Cream chain offering design your own creations. Tours/Sightseeing Big Bus Tours – Hop on @ The Hard Rock Café 63 W Ontario. Panoramic double decker bus tours with flexibility to match your Chicago agenda. Nightlife & Music One Block South Blue Chicago – 536 N Clark St. Open Thurs – Sunday. Late Night blues club with a casual crowd. Fado Irish Pub – 100 W Grand Ave. Closed Monday. A traditional Irish atmosphere, whiskey & pub food favorites. One Block North Red head Piano Bar – 16 W Ontario. Cocktail piano bar dressed in yesteryear memorabilia. Shopping/Pharmacy Target – 630 N Lasalle. Home goods, clothing, electronics & more. Walgreens – 641 N Clark St. – Health & Beauty aids, prescriptions & photo services plus min-mart snacks.
