ULTIMATE Chicago, Illinois Travel Guide 2023 (Like a Local!)

If you had 24 Hours in Chicago in 2022, what things could you do outside of the tourist attractions? Join ‪@LuisGustoComedy‬ and myself as we navigate the Windy City like pros in this travel guide!
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00:00- Intro
00:40- 1) Valois Restaurant
1518 E 53rd St
02:43- 2) University of Chicago (Main Quadrangles)
5811 E. 58th St
03:47- 3) Brew Brew Coffee & Tea
1641 W 18th St
05:49- 4) Tortillería y Taquerías Atotonilco
1637 S Blue Island Ave
07:22- 5) Conte Di Savoia
1438 W Taylor St
12:05- 6) Old Town Ale House
219 W North Ave
13:09- 7) Pat's Pizza and Ristorante
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[@nightcitydweller1975]

I saw this video and got confused dude :-)

[@marshaf.6958]

Please check your pronunciation of Valois. The way it was said in this video is completely wrong. It is pronounced like vuh-lōys. People on the south side who live in that community do not pronounce it that way.

[@hhtravel8942]

You should do a video about Shanghai, China.

[@Citydwellerpodcast]

As a Chicagoan, I’m glad that you let Chicago stand on its own, rather than comparing it to New York. Both are great cities, each unique relative to the other.

[@nyk3334]

He’s great at that I find.

[@scenicdepictionsofchicagolife]

Ikr thank god. I've never understood why people compare the two. They are world's apart in vibe and that's honestly a blessing. Two completely different experiences and I wouldn't have it any other way. I love NYC as it as, and I love Chicago as it is. Wouldn't change either for the world. And people say america don't got culture. How ignorant.

[@nativetexanful]

But Chicago is much nicer. It's cleaner and has better public transportation.

[@fuckheinschitt239]

@@nativetexanful true.

[@abegoldman8749]

Chicago is a lot more conservative than NYC or San Fransisco, people think we're liberal just because we always vote Democrat yet we have by far the lowest amount of strip clubs per capita of any city in the world and people freak out like you wouldn't believe if they see you acting eccentric in public, especially in the yuppy areas and the ghettos are just strait up dangerous, it's either conservative or dangerous, it's weird!

[@Jaycation]

Luis got style man! A shot and beer as a right of passage.... love it!

[@HereBeBarr]

Oh yessss

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Appreciate it Jay Jay! 😎

[@bhanubhanu8574]

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[@bhanubhanu8574]

@@HereBeBarr sir you know Blake's of legacy channel please tell me sir this is my life please

[@Rosafit620]

Love Chicago. One of the most beautiful cities I know with the most beautiful people. Great video!

[@joebatters9438]

Not really. It went to shit once Larry Lightloafers took office

[@gaming_sportsaaron1365]

@@joebatters9438 what?

[@melmartinez9589]

True that!!!

[@michaeltravelingtheworld4688]

Finally you came here. My favorite U.S city along with NYC. I live an hour away.

[@tonyminutti5277]

Ohhhh I’m happy Luis didn’t take you to the same tired spots you tubers seem to go to all the time when coming to Chicago! Starting out in Hyde Park then heading to Pilsen’s Mexican heart then off to what’s left of Little Italy and getting tavern pizza and going to the Old Town Ale House...Luis did well! I know it was a short time but our Desi Corridor (Little India/Pakistan:Bangladesh) in the north side transports you to South Asia and the food is incredible. Greektown is still holding, the west side and Fulton Market are the new “It” spots, Logan Square and Wicker Park are always great and our Chinatown has been evolving throughout the years! As well as neighbouring La Villita which is the larger Mexican corridor next to Pilsen! Cheers and I hope you come more often! It’s a great city! One of my favourites along w NYC and Boston!

[@RespectfullyCurious]

This is probably one of my favorite Chicago videos I have seen on youtube. You covered other areas than the stereotypical spots and highlighted the tavern style is the true pizza that most Chicagoans eat.

[@briansieve]

I lived in Chicago for 13 years, teaching in the Cook County Jail and taking the CTA everywhere. I've been a long time subscriber up Luis and love his videos. And he did Chicago proud. Every place he hit was a legit local Chicago treasure. And there are thousands more for many many visits. You're my fave NYC vlog, even though I found you when you were living in Mexico. Glad to see great KZbinrs teaming up.

[@melmartinez9589]

I am Mexican. Have lived in Chicago most of my life and currently work for Cook County Health System. I work at the jail on weekends! Love these gentlemen's videos!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Had a great time showing you around my city Jon, next time I promise Al's Beef!! Amazing work on this video! 💯

[@HereBeBarr]

Haha thanks for an epic day!!

[@IsaacCloud]

Two of my fave channels collabing? Dope!

[@josevillarreal8248]

Everyone in Chicago knows that the Antoltonilco on 26th street is 100X’s better than the one in Pilsen. You highlight Pilsen but skip the oldest coffeehouse in the neighborhood. The Jumping Bean. The best tavern style pizza is Vito & Nick’s. You totally missed Manny’s on Clinton. The Who’s who in Chicago have gone there for decades. This vid is a total miss!

[@thenobleone-3384]

@@HereBeBarr Chicago and ny have similar neighborhoods. I have saw your videos of NYC I'm moving back to Chicago.

[@rihardsluu]

Chicago is looking so beautiful, wow.

[@bcockton]

Chicago is such a great city. Absolutely love it there. It’s a real toss up between NYC and Chicago of cities I love to visit from Toronto

[@bcockton]

@@crazeyjoe since I’m in Toronto, I love it too.

[@nightcitydweller1975]

@@bcockton ​I love Toronto's "path". Its like a huge underground city especially during the brutal winters!

[@ginacleveland7995]

You won't be disappointed with either one!💯💯

[@scenicdepictionsofchicagolife]

@@nightcitydweller1975 interesting. Chicago is a little warmer in winter so we don't really have anything like that other than lower Wacker, and the rest of the subterranean streets under the Loop. I think only a few of them have walkways but there are a lot of subterranean Access aside streets for skyscraper condo parking that is out of the weather. I'm not sure how to describe it really, you'll just have to come and see it for yourself haha.

[@tarenrome3740]

So I am a born and raised in Chicago and living in Brooklyn and I am so happy that you went to Pats that is my favorite Chicago style thin crust pizza place! This video is on point and I am embarrassed to say that I have never been to the Italian beef place that you went to the next time that I go back to Chicago I will be going there.

[@Montix]

Had a great time when I visited Chicago. Had the hot dog and the deep dish pizza. Had a great time running along the lake, one of the nicest places to run around. The weather is basically like they had, you can never really guess but its a super cool place.

[@TripHacksDC]

Oh man, I love this collaboration. Luis knows his stuff!

[@JoseFlores-kl6jm]

Hey Jon ! I am glad that you enjoyed visiting my city ! It's great that Luis Gusto gave you a tour of our City. Chicago is home but NYC is my favorite City also.

[@edwinfernandogarcia9682]

You were in Pilsen? What? I live in Pilsen. That’s crazy! You literally filmed by family dollar, I live by there. I can’t believe I missed the opportunity to meet you.

[@heathernelson6846]

Chicago, my heart! ❤️ lived there for so many years but moved away because you know, life. But videos like this always get to me ❤️❤️

[@beejbrigade]

My wife and I came to New York from Chicago. We were almost in tears watching this out of nostalgia. Thanks for showing people around the CHI!

[@molivarez9006]

Great video! I grew up just across the state line...Gary, Indiana. I miss Chicago...hopefully a trip out there soon. Looks like you all had a great time! 🙂

[@josephmcdade4501]

Awesome vlog! Thanks for sharing our great city! 💙 Big fan or yours and #GoLuisGusto .. and of course Narisa

[@girldaddividendinvestor]

Glad KZbin recommended this! Very excellent view of my city! Kudos gentlemen!

[@rephaelrechitzky9763]

Thank you Jon. This was a great presentation. I saw sides of Chicago I never knew. Bless you.

[@dianebaker5243]

Thank you for sharing your day out loved it.😊😊

[@staceyx2]

Love you in NY and headed to Chicago! Thanks for your fantastic informative videos!❤️

[@FG-wm6eu]

Thx for this nice Video. Always wanted to visit chicago when it‘s possible for Europe again :). & this was the first Video I watched where it‘s not about the touristy stuff which I really enjoyed.

[@notthegoatseguy]

Thanks for doing this video. I've been wanting to do a re-visit to Chicago but have been nervous in finding out how 'open' the city is. The video has helped a lot.

[@roviwoteap2375]

Great trip report! You’re making me feel hungry now. Must try and get to Chicago one day.... from UK.

[@bradderousse3440]

Great video, man, and you had a great tour guide in Luis Gusto!

[@antidiscourse4504]

Wow I love Conte Di Savoia! Ate there all the time growing up. Glad to see you guys cover it

[@CorinneZollingerMartinez]

As a resident of Pilsen thank you for highlighting us! The glass mural wall is right next to my house! And brew brew is great too.

[@adriart8690]

Great dúo! Lovely video Jon👍🏻. Chicago is a very attractive city 🌃 . Saludos cordiales 👋🏻

[@terrycrews1760]

Going there next month to visit for the first time! Can’t wait and got lots of great ideas from your video. Crossing my fingers that it won’t get slammed w/ bad weather. Going the week of Christmas w/ my wife and 5 month old son. Sorry man it was between this and NYC and the Chi won. For what it’s worth we hit NYC before and it was an incredible experience. Keep up the good content.

[@stevenarboleda7409]

It’s cool that you two teamed up. Fan of both

[@VinylSerenity]

Awesome. Right near my backyard

[@Lu-mb2xq]

this is amazing!!! thank you so much!

[@klcxklg6562]

Awesome video! Captured perfectly 🔥🔥 -Kelsey

[@vsizzle]

dope vid glad you hooked up with Luis

[@Kumba830]

As someone who's lived here for a while I thought I wouldn't like this video. But you nailed it and chose a great guy to show you around.

[@adventureswithcarl123]

I love the old town and lincoln park districts of Chicago! Haven't been to Pat's pizza but will definitely check it out on my next visit to Chicago

[@_Ten_]

The editing is on point 👌

[@jahanas22]

Great collab. I watch both channels regularly.

[@TrinbagoVibes]

Definitely saving this, I had plans to visit here and New York in June last year, but alas Covid hit and our boarders closed....so will enjoy your video until I'm able to visit

[@teresahoward7821]

I really enjoyed this video, and Luis has a new subscriber! I've never been to Chicago but I'm going to plan a trip there soon. The food looks FANTASTIC! I really liked the way this video was edited and the map/wadded up paper transition. That was very cool!

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks Teresa

[@gabrielszakaly6232]

Hell yeah! I was wondering if you were ever gonna go there!

[@WhiteWater505]

Love Go Luis Gusto! Great collaboration!

[@HereBeBarr]

😬

[@TheBingBuzz]

Great recommendations! Will certainly make stops at some of these places next time we visit Chicago 😊🎉

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@vavila16]

I booked a flight to nyc after watching your vlog when you went to have beer at Bierocracy now I'm going to Chicago to visit Conte Di Savoia 💀 plus the weather looks perfect

[@minnesotafatz7270]

Great collab !

[@justdrive5327]

Ah Atotonilco! I love the Tortas Al Pastor there. Everyone tries the tacos but imo the tortas are way better and there Horchata is😍

[@dwaynewladyka577]

I was in Chicago, in 2013, twice at the airport. I'd like to go back to Chicago for longer. My (late) maternal grandfather used to live and work in Chicago, after he came to North America from Poland, in the early 1900s. This was a great video. Cheers! ✌️

[@2000konnie]

. This video has lots of good info for when I go back again. . It's been many years since I've been to Chicago. I'd like to go back to the Shedd Aquarium again. The last time I was there was before the big renovation.

[@Nancy-iv1yj]

Thanks Jon and friends.

[@AHouseDivided1998]

It was still snowing in Chicago last April. It’s warm in June and July and that’s it! Starts to get chilly again in August.

[@benpohl7186]

Here from Luis's channel. Great Collab!

[@OcTVids]

Cant believe he took you to Atotonilco. One of my favorite taco spots :)

[@HereBeBarr]

😬

[@carmensandiego3615]

I aint trying to start a debate, but.....Atotonilco? That's like taking him to Los Comales. Nothing wrong (I've eaten at both places countless of times in the past); I would have taken you to Pacos Tacos instead though 🤙🏽 All tacos aside....glad you enjoyed your trip to Chicago! 😊

[@OcTVids]

@@carmensandiego3615 No shot lol los comales greasy tacos you get when drunk at 3am. Pacos tacos are good, but far away from any action. Zacatacos imo are the best, but similar issue to Pacos... too far. Atotonilco is way more conveniently located & unfortunately their prices reflect it

[@carmensandiego3615]

@@OcTVids whaaaaaa???? Lol Taco bell all the way for those 3am "taco" cravings! Chalupas, crunchwrap supreme, gordita crunch 🤣 or flash tacos if you're in Wicker Park! I mean, I get it. Depending on where you're at, you gotta find what's most convenient.

[@booklover555]

Next visit you must visit Johnnie’s on North Ave for the BEST Italian beef. Another required stop is to Freddy’s on 16th & Lombard, a mom and pop Italian corner store and deli. Chicago also has a Viet Town on Argyle and a Chinatown on Cermak, both with many great restaurants.

[@cxjcole]

As a Chicagoan this video made me so happy

[@aloemela]

Going this weekend again I love Chicago

[@Tabby.cat2]

My daughter and I going second week of June!!!

[@FoodandFootprints]

Really enjoyed the tavern style pizza in Chicago too. Went to Vito and Nick’s

[@HereBeBarr]

🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@TravelAdventureswithEricB]

Great info

[@BurnedJello]

Go Luis Gusto!

[@Tabby.cat2]

Here Be Barr, you’ve restored my faith in a trip to Chicago I’ve planned for June! Last night I was a little discouraged at the disturbances in downtown Chicago I saw on the news last night, where is which plan to stay. Hoping I can find a nice, safe hotel to lodge in. Thanks!

[@niceandflyy]

What news ?

[@VinylSerenity]

Hey Jon ...I plugged your channel and wore your shirt in my latest unboxing video on my channel. You are worth it my man!!

[@newtowamountainsnature7126]

Absolutely wonderful video! I am amazed that y'all can eat so much food throughout the day. Wow! One of those meals would fill me up for at least 5-7 hours. LoL LoL Again, excellent job.

[@afaggion1997]

Yo, doesn't get better than Luis Gusto. He's the best of the windy city, right there.

[@DrRobertMPick]

As a Chicagoan this was awesome! I have been to all the places you ate at - all awesome! Next time you will have to try Manny's Deli. A Chicago Institution!

[@nicholasbennett3517]

I'm pretty sure that tavern style pizza is also called party style or party cut pizza too at a lot of spots in the city. Nice selection of places and glad that you included the southside.

[@ramcesdelgado5123]

I always thinking about to take a trip to Chicago! 😎🍕

[@jasminefreeman1471]

What????!! I am shocked, to see my favorite two guys together lol. This is a treat. Hi Lou lol

[@ralphripoff1]

Looks fascinating. I'd live to visit Chicago one day.

[@carableu]

I love Chicago! Fabulous city…

[@cwin721]

In old town you got to visit, the fudge pot (off north avenue and wells) the chocolate and the caramel apples are to die for!!!

[@tomjefferies4318]

Visited Chicago only once. Didn’t see any of those neighbourhoods, will have to visit again.

[@crem992]

I can't believe I was watching your NYC videos while you were eating tacos at Atotonilco (near me)! The cost of the tacos shock me 2 years later lol!

[@alainacginger]

Haha I can’t believe he made you try Malort- there’s also the Chicago Handshake, a shot of Malort and an Old Style.

[@TrinbagoVibes]

Congrats on the 200k Jon 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@HereBeBarr]

Thanks

[@erikkrauss8481]

I visited a few years ago for a weekend, it's only a few hours drive away. Want to go again

[@DiscoverWithDima]

Great video man, you'll have to stay longer than 24 hours next time haha. I've never been to many of those places!

[@magnetar5072]

I was there 12 days ago and all I can say is I love chicago.

[@rubenramirez313]

Chicago is not the only city in the US with elevated subway lines in it's downtown. Miami's train system is also aboveground not only downtown but the entire system is. Chicago is an amazing city! Can't wait to visit again! I live in NYC but I find Chicago is much cleaner and more interesting than NYC not to mention friendlier people in Chicago too, compared to New Yorkers

[@111danish111]

It was 52 F / 11 C last night here in Chicago. We do have central heating in our apartment but its not on currently and we do not have the control so had to crank up our space heaters.

[@Salitrillo360]

Deep dish is not a touristy thing! It’s a Friday night favorite for lots of us Chicagoans. Other than that, great video 👍🏼

[@HereBeBarr]

Oh boy. Let the debate begin 🤣🤣 as a New Yorker im not qualified to respond

[@frolege1]

Their El is really cool, I like it better than NYC subway El. NYC use to have elevated trains in Manhattan but most were taken down.

[@geoffreyselvage1673]

Kudos John... We await you in Detroit.

[@py2007]

1:49 so funny that you guys call that a biscuit. It sounds so weird to me. haha looks good though

[@robertpalatsky5017]

That taco looks good and BIG. I went to LV and got tacos from two different places and tacos were mad small

[@LilFivio]

Earlyy!!

[@keyboardwarrior2727]

Mucho Gusto !!!

[@adana4670]

Welcome to Chicago 👌🏻👍🏻

[@MarceSandoval24]

Next time try “Frida room” at 18th st ... hands down the best Mexican/American brunch I’ve ever tried 🙌🏽🔥

[@sl0523]

I have to say that Chicago is a city you're always gonna go back to after visiting it once. In 2019, I've been there three times just for weekend trips. So bad that the pandemic happened, otherwise, I would've gone there in 2020 and 2021.

[@earthandwind820]

Nice, I’m from the Northside and hang out around Lincoln Park a lot. Next time you should visit Logan Square, about 10-15 minutes away. Nice boulevards, gray stones and restaurants/bars. I also only eat deep dish when people from out-of-town are here. 😃 Most people I know eat thin crust 90-95% of the time. The whole Chicago is dangerous thing also drives me insane. Haha When I was in NY, a lot of people seemed to think the whole city is a war zone, but like he said… it’s mainly pockets of the city. Although, of course, ideally it would be nowhere. Fun to see neighborhoods on the south side. I’ve been to all of them, but being from the Northside, I don’t often make my way down there. Feels far. I wish we had a more authentic feeling Little Italy! Amusing how all of this was mentioned in the video!

[@georgiasmith7615]

You’re back. I missed your videos! Any plans to come to Washington DC?

[@HereBeBarr]

Some day!

[@georgiasmith7615]

You should! A lot of people think we are just the government and the Smithsonian museums. But there are a lot of under the radar spots! I could show you the real DC! We are just 3 hours from NYC on Amtrak!

[@TonoyLetsgo]

Love from Bangladesh ❤️❤️

[@FoodandFootprints]

Chicago definitely has some great food!

[@HereBeBarr]

Yes sir

[@snoboredca]

If you were at Pat's you were a few doors down from Delilah's, the best whiskey bar in America and an epic punk rock club; hopefully your friend took you there to stop in and check it out.

[@nativetexanful]

Could you maybe do a travel video on St. Louis? It's such a nice city with so many attractions and fine restaurants.

[@JackStewart316]

next time make sure to hit up west rogers park on the north side for amazing indian and middle eastern food

[@edvaira6891]

Luis reminds me so much of Lin-Manuel Miranda! This looked like SUCH a fun day!

[@Getcho33]

Chicago tavern style pizza is the BEST