Hot Doug's "Hot Dog" Stand.

This historic house museum that celebrates one of the world's most influential social reformers is also one of the most haunted locations in Chicago.

Designed by Alfred Caldwel, this landscape showcases his vision of a native garden.

Odd, decrepit fountain honors Chicago author who had mixed feelings about his hometown.

The last masonry skyscraper ever built reveals a transitional moment in architectural history.

Location of the Real World's disastrous, and protested, eleventh season.

"No writer ever gave more to a city and got back less.”

Huge abstract sculptures of the Puerto Rican Flag.

Theater has had many different incarnations but has survived the ravages of time.

This cheerfully-named branch of the Chicago River is the fetid result of years of blood, entrails, and meatpacking waste.

Illegal drag racing two stories beneath Chicago’s streets.

Hidden on the 7th floor of a historic building, this Cajun spot features wall-to-wall bottles of hot sauce.

Not to be confused with the iconic New York City skyscraper, this Chicago building is a vibrant hub for artists.

This landmark of the Chicago silent film industry may not be in the picture business anymore but it still stands proudly.

Former bath house turns gastropub.

These mansions date back to Chicago's days as a brewer's paradise.

Where old school Polish Chicago and young hipster Chicago live side by side.

The 606 is a decade in the making.

Where Cusack's record store from the film "High Fidelity" was located.

Fragments of architectural wonders from around the globe are embedded in the newspaper building's walls.

A beloved Chicago music venue offering cold beer and lots of “Friendly."

Combination beer garden and music venue in the heart of Wicker Park.

An outdoor urban gallery of large-scale artworks by the world's most influential street artists.

The twin towers in this Chicago fountain use 50 foot tall video screens to spit on people.