Top 10 EPIC Hidden Gems & Secret Spots in Chicago (Even LOCALS Don't Know) [4K]

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In this film we are taking you on an Epic Adventure through Chicago to find 10 incredible HIDDEN GEMS and SECRET SPOTS...
Even locals don't know about the places we're taking you... and this is just the beginning...
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[@vaishx]

When you said “underground” I knew right away it was the Pedway! It’s crazy how no one uses it enough during those winters!

[@1219monique]

Definitely used it when I was in school downtown

[@scottd9448]

90% of Chicagoans either don't know it exists, or can't find the entrances. I rarely know how to find it.

[@ocd9656]

I always used it working near it, the bar after 4 was always packed and great atmosphere lol

[@dianamatthews2613]

I didn't catch where the Pedway is.

[@scottd9448]

@@dianamatthews2613 The pedway is right in the middle of "the loop" in downtown Chicago.

[@Don-1939]

Luis, as an 82 year-old retired former lifetime Chicagoan, I must say that you do a great job and the occasional appearance of the lovely Marissa is a bonus. Thank you.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

What's good #GustoGang - hope you enjoy this film, it is over ONE YEAR in the making. Let us know if you want to see more HIDDEN GEMS of Chicago!

[@bridgetdraper5146]

Please sir, may I have some more?

[@PapalPenguin]

Please more, I have lived in Chicago for 3+ months now and still learning, being from the NW Suburbs but raised in SW FL I am loving your videos, it tells me of what I have missed from my Birthplace

[@HereBeBarr]

Hidden gems 💎 within the hidden gems 😮

[@crystalbahena7813]

Chicago native here and I can confirm, I haven't heard of most of these places. But so excited to visit some of these! Thanks for sharing!

[@alehaekhan1837]

Loved it!! I need a part 2!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

So glad to hear! Part 2 already in the works 😎

[@mariellazavala72]

Agreed !! Most definitely need a part 2! 😁

[@Shelbysworldyourentertainment]

I used to live in Indiana and I am always trying to find good Chicago videos to show my friends and they are so good at it! They talk about all the interesting facts and show the best places! Happy to have found them! I’m hooked!!!🥰👏🏽

[@joemancini2988]

Luis, great stuff! Really helping me remember all the greatness that is Chicago, and catch up with everything that is new and dope. I remember when D’Amato’s opened, the only problem for we students is we couldn’t get there often enough! Hey, what is your co-host’s name? Larissa? Marissa? She’s great, really adds to the presentation.

[@Love-zj5wg]

Awesome video. Can't wait for the next adventure.

[@shaec3405]

Planning to bring my two Preteen boys back Chicago in a week... As you're talking I'm opening up browsers on my laptop and saving everything you're saying. 🎯

[@BurnedJello]

I'm definitely planning on using the pedway as much as possible when I'm out in late January haha

[@michellemullins8914]

Luis, your videos have always been amazing but this one was wow!!! I love your videos so much that I started watching them in Atlanta but I'm typing this comment here in my Hyde Park apartment!!!! Keep doing what you do!!

[@NeonVacation]

Wow! That was my favorite video you've put out. Thanks for all those great tips...I must see all of them next trip. 👍 Really love your videos!

[@chicagobuck]

Love Woolly Mammoth! ❤️

[@LuisGustoComedy]

💯🦣

[@realShadowKat]

Don't know how I got this video but was ecstatic to see not only including 22 E Jackson but also including the history of the smallest addressed building in Chicago. For years when I worked down there I passed it, was only a mysterious facade tucked away behind a steel gate. So glad it wasn't torn down or incorporated into another building or whatever poor fate could have allowed to happen.

[@RichardSimoes86]

Great piece! Looking forward to visit those places soon…

[@johnruff3064]

Also at Roseland, in the shrines, one of the largest collections of Tiffany stained glass in the US. Not by size, but by #’s. Enjoyed the video

[@mackzed88]

I stumbled on this place by accident one day many years ago and was surprised and fascinated. I was born and raised in Chicago and had never heard of it. I did hear of a similar system in Downtown Montreal. Haven't had a chance to get up there yet to check it out.

[@A_Chicago_Man]

Marshall Fields!!! Love you brother! Great channel, liked, subscribed, sharing.

[@paulad2782]

Great video! Thanks guys... tourist in your own town!

[@Jaycation]

Hidden Gems FTW! Nice Quay shades broo!

[@charlesbrown739]

Just moved back to the Chi… so excited to try these Thanks brother 💯

[@theresaduffy8222]

This content is excellent! I was just thinking I need to go a little day adventure in Chicago. I live in Roger’s Park but I love discovering new things here!

[@BurnedJello]

Thanks for mentioning Woolly Mammoth btw! Might possibly be my favorite place in Chicago

[@JTytshorts]

Loved this video, keep going. Super interested in more architecture, art and perhaps cool stores and brands unique to the city.

[@jaysato]

wow this was awesome. the coffee place, the pedway, and the sandwich were great

[@elbeachu2]

Awesome Video bro.. I'm going to check a few of those hidden gems out..

[@XXAugerMasterXX]

Been to 7/10 of these places, would love to see more videos like this!

[@seanriley6911]

Another fantastic video Luis, some gems there for sure, I am hoping 22 brings better- safer opportunities to travel from the UK 🇬🇧.

[@r.e.barnes1168]

Your channel is so fun for someone who has moved away from chi

[@LuisGustoComedy]

That's definitely one aspect of our mission, thanks so much for being part of the journey!

[@nanettebonyata1456]

I must say you two are as adorable as you are informative! My husband and I live in Lake Geneva and just spent the weekend in Chicago. We love the city and I’m anxious to explore some of your suggestions!! Thank you!

[@GrapeCollie]

Marz does have good beer, I went there when I vacationed in chicago for the first time last year+

[@velonico]

Love your enthusiasm! Thanks for these gems!

[@danalee606]

Aw, man. Your Chicago videos make me miss me living there. The best city. 👌

[@LuisGustoComedy]

💯

[@lulu233345]

Wow!! Amazing video with a lot of amazing places that I never knew about. So happy you mentioned D'amatos, a Chicago institution!!

[@Kuzinkush420]

"2 hidden gems for the price of 1" 😂 it's funny since it's free haha

[@georgeleslie7307]

Marz Brewery is a great place to go to before a White Sox game!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

🧦⚾️

[@CourtneysCockpit]

I wish chicago would work on being more handicap accessible. Elevators in thr subways...the Medway... Ramps to lower streets and riverwalk. Every timr ove been all i see is steps and it keeps me from exploring a lot

[@Kapalua606]

Nice job, guys! As a former Chicagoan and also used to work off Jackson, I had no idea Hero Coffee existed... but I worked closer to the river... my excuse. Keep up the great work!

[@Kapalua606]

I also like how you included some cool spots on the south side. As a north sider for 15 years, I know how the south side gets slighted but so many cool things to do there and see. Kudos again.

[@Chicagosmisfit]

Mars brewery!!! i love that place!

[@JESUSfreak00]

Found the pedway by accident via the cultural center...back in the day there were underground night clubs🙏 Edit: Chicago has some of the best architecture in the world!💛

[@lordshaxx8461]

Tell me more about this underground night clubs please.

[@JESUSfreak00]

@@lordshaxx8461 lower wacker under michigan ave...back in the day👍

[@maria09rivera24]

This is just what I needed! I'm always looking to explore more of Chicago without spending too much

[@jrnubblet]

Looking forward to part 2. Are there other places like Marz? 🙂

[@myklelara]

Chicago’s got so many hidden gems in each neighborhood. Recently been finding more and more in the West Loop/Fulton Market District

[@LuisGustoComedy]

So true!

[@frankcostanzo8391]

Luis, you gotta add the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Fountain located just west of the LSD bridge over the river. It's a beautiful spot that's only accessible by a small cul-de-sac next to the river on the north bank. I'm a Chicago fireman and I know tons more, but that's the spot I always went to on a first date. Beautiful and scenic.

[@emmawatt9500]

Great video. I’ve been in Chicago for 10 years and never been to these places. I’ve seen the signs for the pedway but never explored it downtown

[@LeedsCorp]

Well done

[@coldweather4066]

Absolutely beautiful thank you Luis you always appreciate it 🌬♥️From Chicago

[@levil4012]

Dude those sunglasses are🔥🔥🔥 gotta tell me where u got those

[@dmharris26]

Going to Chicago for the first time in June on our honeymoon! Can't wait! Your videos are amazing! Thank you!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thanks so much Diane! Have a great trip 😎💯

[@DanielsonWBL]

Great ideas, as always.

[@siqihe7806]

love the editing, it gave me goosebumps seeing the transition from the old stockyards gate to what's left of it today

[@eddiearmenta5248]

Good vibes thanks for sharing and saved it. I’ll be checking out a few of these spots. Happy and blessed 2024!

[@davebowker1113]

Don’t forget the Green Mill in Uptown!!!

[@ikickpuppies01]

D'Amato is amazing. The ped way is good when it's cold outside

[@JoseFlores-kl6jm]

Luis I will try Hero's Coffee bar and pay another visit to the Pedway station. Union Sqaure does look like a place that's worth visiting.

[@CptnWinkee]

#Finessed

[@djdexradio]

Good job my guy 👍

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Much appreciated

[@samschmidt4072]

next time you go to willy mammoth go two doors down to taste of lebanon, some of the best food in the city

[@keyboardwarrior2727]

Mucho Gusto !!!

[@athinaster9878]

Great content I'm planning a visit in the summer so I want to get as much information as possible. Thank you.

[@marcinhernik1270]

Fun fact, the stock yards was a pretty prominent underground racing spot back in the late 90's to early 2000's. We're talking about organized level of gear heads that used to meet at the Jewel-Osco/White Castle parking lot pre-dating all of the Fast and the Furious craziness.

[@mariellazavala72]

I came across your video and I think I’m here to stay !! I’m from a small town about 50 miles west of Chicago, but I always LOVE taking the Metra to the Ogilvie Transportation Center & then from there start walking towards the bean , but after watching your video I will definitely have to go out and find those hidden gems this wonderful state we call home, has to offer ! ♥️✨ Now I have heard a few people mention that there’s like a flea market or something along those lines underground.. but I personally don’t know if that exists or not , if it does maybe you could do a part .2 on it !! With your GF of course!! You both made this video very fun to watch!!!! 😊😊😊😁😁😁 I just subscribed to your channel, I can’t wait for the next ones !!

[@ilianatorres27it]

I've gotten lost in the pedway before getting off the redline, its sooo cool to enter through macy's and find yourself surrounded by the stained glass work and other stores underground.

[@cesarserros4252]

The first coffee place was my go to in college.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Dope ☕️

[@RobK1001]

What kind of Jordan 13 are you wearing?

[@vnessa33]

dope shoes Luis... I wonder if you have a video for best male grooming places ... barbering.. etc

[@davejefferynf]

This was excellent, Luis.

[@aasim8]

Pedway is like the PATH in Toronto. D Amato's seems like a fun place. 🇮🇹 Coffee ☕️ shops. Smart Museum. How about the underground roads?

[@kevinstrahle9687]

hi Luis enjoy your videos and I am going yo Chicago later this year and will incorporate some of your ideas. so have you ever done the Segway tour? what do you think? also have you been to galloping ghost arcade out in Brookfield?

[@Tracyj314]

Please do more hidden gem videos! I've been wanting to explore more landmarks and spots like the ones you featured here. Love everything you do for our city ❤️

[@kevincarpenter2153]

Great content, very informative. Thanks for making and posting this 🙏

[@jessinicole7998]

Listen we lost Chicago’s Best and Check Please so this is much appreciated. You’re a Geoffrey Baer for our generation.

[@djdudebacca5933]

Tell me you're a Southsider without telling me you're a Southsider. Well done

[@QueenBees456]

I walk pass this place all the time and think how cute and never walk in.....I'm a big coffee lover so I will put it on my to do list.

[@arhumz1573]

The quality is sooo good, Luis.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thanks bro!!

[@LifeOfLoveNHappiness]

Wonderful video. Really like how you put this together and shared the history of places you visited and didn’t just say what it was. Sound quality is good as well. What do you use for your equipment?

[@euenfheiejrj]

I just found this the other day by accident but there’s a piece of the Berlin Wall on the el stop at western.

[@DentalDigest]

D’amatos is 🔥

[@PapalPenguin]

Luis I love D'Amotos

[@mindyweller1451]

Yes please!!!

[@topshelfsista]

D'aMato's tiramisu is a must.

[@DanteeArias1]

What a fucking awesome video!

[@TheHelenaSara]

Wow~! Love your vid!

[@samilapage123]

I thought its the place next to dematos (even more hidden)

[@alkandrosrichards4987]

There’s a hidden stairwell that goes up 8-10 floors and it’s filled with the most insane graffiti you can see. It’s somewhere along Michigan Ave south of Roosevelt rd

[@kimberleigh3612]

I grew up down the street from d'amatos.... yum

[@franciscodelgado435]

MARZ is the spot bro. Also them subs are fire!!!.

[@anthonyvaldez100]

You guys coming out to ride the Holiday Train?

[@adamkozik3500]

Awesome stuff, big guy, Thanks!

[@beakay8700]

This was so awesome! Would definitely love to see more hidden gems.

[@binglebop5877]

I love Damatos the deli next door has great bizza

[@domo4love]

I guess I’m really Chicago, or maybe my art background… I know all about these areas. :) still nice job for pointing out our gems 💎

[@genemcgarry457]

Back in the 60s, every April we would go to the international dog show at the amphitheater in the Union Stockyards. It was a benched show with every AKC breed at the time. They had Saluki and Irish Wolfhound races. Sporting dog field and water retrieving trials. And final judging in the main arena. It was such a great annual event. Afterwards we would have dinner at the Stockyard Inn. Where Leo Carrillo's priceless saddle from the TV show "The Cisco Kid" was displayed. I even remember seeing the last vestige of cattle being rounded up by honda motorcycles as I sat on top of the corral overlooking the almost abandoned fences that ranged for 10 miles. I never missed that dog show from 1962 to 1975. Eventually it was at McCormick place. Never the same experience.

[@izzbonito]

i loveeee the Smart museum, highly recommend

[@ilahildasissac1943]

Some places, I never knew about.

[@MadSolar02]

Really well put together video, I also loved the commentary!

[@anneredmoon]

Yes! Would love a Part 2!

[@charlieramz3126]

Fellow Chicagoan, Great job!! Nice video, didn’t know about Marz but now I do and I must check it out. Thanks and keep the videos coming.

[@davidgarcia9308]

Interesting places- need to check them out! Never knew about that coffee shop in downtown and video games @ MARZ must be something new! Also, parking around there is very limited but try their pastrami sandwich (if it's available) with black mustard- weird but delicious!!