Green Getaway: Chicago, IL

Chicago in the spring is full of excitement, especially on Saint Patrick’s Day. From green rivers to vibrant pop-up bars, my road trip to the Windy City was one for the books! Here’s a breakdown of my adventure, from checking into my hotel to my favorite waffle treat.

Hotel Info

Residence Inn By Marriott Chicago Downtown / River North Check in 4 pm

410 North Dearborn Street Chicago, IL 60654

Parking:

Covered self parking fee: USD 60.00 per night (in/out privileges)

511 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654

Valet parking fee: USD 74.00 per night

My trip started with checking into the Hotel (410 North Dearborn Street). After a long drive, it was nice to finally settle into my cozy room and get ready for the evening ahead. Located right across from JoJo Shake Bar (23 West Hubbard Street), I couldn’t resist walking over for the Lucky Charm Event from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm. It was a festive atmosphere filled with charm and luck—perfect for kicking off the Saint Patrick’s Day weekend!

Day Two:

Reflection in the Bean

Hero Coffee Bar

Bomboloni

The Bean

201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602

Hero Coffee Bar

Open 7am - 3pm

22 E Jackson Boulevard

Bought a matcha coffee for green vibes

Bombobar

Open Friday 9 a.m. to 3:30 a.m.

832 W Randolph st.

Wings Mural

180 N Morgan Street Chicago, IL 60607

Color Factory

Open 10 am - 8 pm

233 S Wacker Dr Lower Level 2, Chicago, IL 60606

Day Three:

River Dyeing

Saint Patrick’s Day in Chicago is something special. The city was packed, especially around the time of the famous river dyeing. Everywhere you looked, people were wearing green, and the excitement in the air was contagious. However, a lot of events required advanced ticket purchases, so if you plan to visit next year, make sure to buy your tickets early!

Day Four:

Charm’d Pop Up Bar

Open Friday 4pm - 2am

3505 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657

FAVORITE:

Willies and Waffles

Open 4 pm - 4 am

3706 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60613

On my last day, I headed to Willies and Waffles (3706 N Halsted St), which was open from 4 pm until 4 am. I had two amazing waffles: the "Cookies n' Cum", a delicious creation with white chocolate, Oreo crumbles, and whipped cream, and the "Banana Batter Blaster", filled with Nutella and banana cream. The waffles were crispy, fluffy, and just the right amount of sweet—truly a standout experience! It was a fun, laughter-filled night, and Willies and Waffles quickly became the highlight of my trip. If you're ever in Chicago, this place is a must!

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