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Derby Hats and Mint Juleps

A few weeks ago, my husband and I stopped into the Goorin Brothers Hat Shop at 3243 N. Broadway and were delighted to find such a unique collection of hats. The staff here is wonderful, truly enthusiastic about their goods and happy to help you find just the right fit. One of the things we [...]

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A Tale of Two Pizzas

Many of our guests include eating Chicago style pizza in their “to do” lists for their visit to our city. While we can certainly help you find the right slice of pie, it is important to note that based on our experience, most folks weigh in heavily on the great pizza debate: thick vs. thin.   So [...]

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Baseball in our Back Yard

The Old Chicago Inn is one of the closest lodging facilities to historic Wrigley Field, which is almost like having Baseball in our backyard.  Each season the neighborhood buzzes with the energy and excitement of the ball park. Last week’s opening week activities were no exception.   We were delighted  to see some returning guests for [...]

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Winter Window Shopping

Last weekend I set out on foot, with our Innkeeper David, to attend the grand opening of a new real estate firm in the neighborhood, Touchstone Group at1425 W. Belmont.  The walk was just under a mile, but it was rather cold outside that day.  So we did a little shopping along the way.  This [...]

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Keeping New Year’s Resolutions when Traveling to Chicago

As an avid traveler myself, I know how hard it can be to find a way to exercise when away from home, unless you are specifically traveling for an activity like a skiing or diving.   One of the amenities that is important to me when seeking lodging is some kind of exercise facility, so when [...]

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Fish in Lakeview

For my guests who are pescophiles we’ve got a unique new eatery just a few blocks south of the Old Chicago Inn called Fish Bar.  This restaurant is part beach hut, part seaside fish counter, part back bayou shrimp shack all bundled together with urban chic. Most of the seating is counter seating, although there [...]

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