RIVER NORTH, CHICAGO - Neighborhood Guide & Tour (Knowledge from a Local)

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4 жыл бұрын

In this video we pay a visit to one of the most touristy neighborhoods in Chicago, River North. It is located North & East of the Chicago River, south of Chicago Avenue, and West of Michigan Avenue.
River North is known for great dining, exciting nightlife, fun things to do, historic architecture, and being part of Chicago's downtown.
River North has a rich history, starting with the American Indian tribes who called this area home for many years. They used the Chicago River as a mode of transportation.
As Europeans moved into the area, River North became Chicago's first "neighborhood". Italian immigrants also settled in the area, earning the neighborhood the nickname "Little Sicily".
River North became a hub of manufacturing, shipping, railways, and warehouses. The smog from the factories was so bad that you couldn't see the sun, earning the neighborhood the nickname "Smokey Hollow".
As industry began to move out of River North, the area became a skid row, but in the 1970s Albert Friedman began buying up and restoring the old buildings.
The architecture of River North includes Italianate, Dutch Renaissance, Richardsonian Romanesque, and Modern.
To get to River North, take the CTA Brown Line and get off at the Chicago or Merchandise Mart stop. Other options include the CTA Red Line to Grand or Chicago. You can also take the 22, 36, 156, 65, or 66 CTA bus.
River North is known for its varied and highly rated restaurants. From casual spots like True Food Kitchen, Eataly, Corey's NYC Bagel, Sweetgreen, and Lyfe Kitchen to fine dining like Sunda, Sushi San, GT Fish & Oyster, and Ema. Our favorite coffee spots in River North are Big Shoulders Coffee and Dollop.
There are many things to do in River North like attend mass at Holy Name Cathedral, enjoy nature at A. Montgomery Ward Park, watch stand-up comedians at The Comedy Bar, relive Chicago's Gilded Age at the Dreihaus Museum, or purchase some paintings at one of the various River North art galleries.
PLACES VISITED IN THIS VIDEO:
Holy Name Cathedral
The Comedy Bar
A. Montgomery Ward Park
Merchandise Mart
True Food Kitchen
Dollop
Corey's NYC Bagel
Chicago Riverwalk
My favorite things to do in River North include playing arcade games at Headquarters, enjoying the historic details of the Dreihaus Museum, and watching the boats float down the Chicago River.
I hope you enjoyed this Chicago Vlog / River North Chicago Travel Guide!
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@jazzcatjohn 2 жыл бұрын

Night life in River North is incredible. A couple personal favorites are Andy's Jazz Club for jazz and Blue Chicago for blues.

@user-we5jg9rg2s Ай бұрын

Chicago siempre fue mi ciudad de ensueño desde pequeña e querido vivir allí y creo que esto me pasa por el simple echo de que Chicago en mi cabeza sueña como el jazz y blues simplemente increíble

@michaelnobles2643 2 жыл бұрын

River north is one of the coolest neighborhoods in Chicago!

@lliizzk 4 жыл бұрын

this guy needs more subs. these videos are awesome, i’m always baffled that chicago related videos don’t get many views, like apartment tours, student vlogs and videos like this. what’s up with that!?

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate it! We're definitely gonna change that and put Chicago in a good light on KZfaq 😎

@cjoutright9255 4 жыл бұрын

I live here in Chicago (born and raised) and in person River North is very captivating. I use to go down there all the time before COVID and I even went to the French program there. Love my city!

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

Yea River North has a lot to offer, the history is pretty interesting how it went from smoky factories to upscale restaurants and night life 😎

@karimianaviation 3 жыл бұрын

Literally the perfect video I needed. My gf and I plan on moving to River North in a couple years cause we fell in love with chi so much!!!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Nice!

@FD_and_B Жыл бұрын

Luis your love for your hometown is contagious

@ericmathiasen8411 2 жыл бұрын

Having lived in River North for over 17 years, I definitely love the area and love the explosive growth it's had in that time making it all the more active. Nice work on this guide!

@pattallant2398 3 жыл бұрын

I have to say I’m happy to have found your great videos of my hometown! It just takes me back and makes me smile. I haven’t been back since I left in 73 as I have developed a phobia of flying. Only 2 blood relatives there are still alive. So not being able to go there in person, I have your videos to take me back. Big thanks! 🤗👍👍

@evolution4606 2 жыл бұрын

take the train. anything to get you there. i'm going next week and have been watching all of his videos to prepare me. hope you make it back someday. such a great city!

@er1417 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the amazing work, because of your channel I decided to visit Chicago and after a few days there I’m now thinking about moving 🙌🏼 all because of your channel, I had never ever considered Chicago before

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Wow that's amazing!! Appreciate the love!

@Dstergurl09 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love Chicago.. I'm watching this video to hold me over until it gets warm again.

@keeganmcguire7643 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job Luis, I appreciate how thorough your history, and the inclusion of Native American presence in the region. These videos are entertaining, useful, and a classy job!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@fernandosalazar2484 3 жыл бұрын

Great tour! Thanks! We are moving from Florida, like you did, to the chicago burbs this summer! Super excited!

@allanwinters1852 4 жыл бұрын

I started my radio/TV production compayi in 1986 in River North and loved the neighborhood. Spent 13 great years in this community

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

That's amazing! It's a great area with lots to discover

@dustinbranham9746 3 жыл бұрын

My gf and I love Chicago, and your vids are the best I've found so far. Great energy, great content, and you do a damn good job editing. Great to see you always recommending public transit, too.

@caygeclements43 2 жыл бұрын

Great job hosting this informative and entertaining video! I'm moving to River North from Austin in 2 weeks and look forward to enjoying the downtown life in this great neighborhood!!

@victoriarandle5190 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll be applying for grad school in Chicago, and this is my dream neighborhood!!! Thank you for the informative video, as always. Your videos have really helped with my researching the city!

@RicV365 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I loved the bloopers at the end. Keep making the city proud

@elonmuskrat9244 3 жыл бұрын

Your Chicago videos are a Godsend for someone new to the area. Keep it up Man!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the love!

@eman7079 2 жыл бұрын

Luis phenomenal as always ( all the videos !!)

@cw4954 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your informative vids! ❤

@amymalone3995 2 жыл бұрын

I've been staying in River North for the past 6 years or so when I visit Chicago. Highly recommend an architectural boat tour for anyone looking for something to do.

@lizetharce390 2 жыл бұрын

I love your Videos , I will be there in Dec. greetings from Costa Rica

@JJinChina 3 жыл бұрын

I am considering moving to Chicago and your videos have helped so much! You are awesome! Keep at it!!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Thank you 😎

@SamGeiger 3 жыл бұрын

My man! I’m moving to Chicago and have been loving your videos. They are a perfect mix of everything that you want out of this kind of content. Keep it up!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it bro, thank you for the kind words!

@kateospeaks9018 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in Chicago often I really enjoy your videos you turned me, on to a lot of points of interest in the city. Because of your videos everytime I come to visit. I always have some new places to explore also things to do. Thank You!!!!!

@scottyjeff39 3 жыл бұрын

My wife and I are staying at a hotel down in that area next month. Great tour of the area. I didn't realize how much history is in Chicago. Thank you again and keep up the good work.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Nice, hope you have a great time here! Thank you for the kind words!

@fathanfamily7538 2 жыл бұрын

i come to you again my FRIEND THANK you for GREAT vidio GOOD luck for you

@Therealmoseslupai Жыл бұрын

Wow Downtown Chi looks so beautiful plus the lakefront. I might have to visit one of these days.

@RipplesnWaves 4 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this. Liked the enthusiasm. Subscribed

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, welcome to the channel! 💯

@victorchahin9956 4 жыл бұрын

Great energy, I love your vids! You should do Boystown next!

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it!! It’s definitely on my list! Thank you 😎

@Rosafit620 4 жыл бұрын

Love the geese in the background. Great sound effects. Lol

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

🦆😂

@jasminefreeman1471 4 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to visit

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

💯

@markblackman1035 3 жыл бұрын

Another dope video!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mark!!

@alehaekhan1837 4 жыл бұрын

I feel like I’m watching a travel show😆

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! Travel shows are definitely a huge inspiration for me 😊😅

@brogirlia7233 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Luis 🏢🏛🏫

@azlimacal2597 3 жыл бұрын

Wooowww beatiful view

@prettypuffprincess 3 жыл бұрын

I loved this video

@joefisher1972 Жыл бұрын

New subscriber here! Very informative vid! I'm staying in this neighborhood later next month at the Hilton Garden Inn on Grand Street! Can't wait!

@ginnybedi5678 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely video!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@timothyjackson1981 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Would love one on Andersonville or Edgewater.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! Definitely 😎

@DeniseMarieplaylearnteach 2 жыл бұрын

At 3:46 Addington Gallery on Wells is a must visit spot for me.

@KatieJoMikell 3 жыл бұрын

Very first apartments I lived in with my boyfriend at Marina Towers gotta say it was pretty nice having everything at your disposal well the basics 😊

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! I always wondered what it was like to live there

@sachinnair1613 3 жыл бұрын

How did you like living at Marina Towers? I'm moving to chicago this summer and Marina looks like a good place

@KatieJoMikell 3 жыл бұрын

@@sachinnair1613 I loved living there although at the time I was 21 and it was kind of a little awkward because 90% of the people there were over 50 I’s say. I don’t know what it’s like there now? But I loved having everything there if you needed it to go shopping. Especially if you need food. One thing I hated was the parking garage. I always think the car is going to fall off 😳. If I had a chance to live there again I would. Oh and I loved the balcony too!

@cassyking5015 3 жыл бұрын

How are you not a tour guide? I'm going the weeknd of August 6th and I'd hire you in a heart beat!

@LuisGustoComedy 2 жыл бұрын

I actually do private tours, all the details are on my website 😁

@gaming_sportsaaron1365 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. Sorry I’m late but I just visited here today and right now I’m in the Courtyard by Marriott hotel river north. And I mean it’s so beautiful the view is so cool. And the rooms are so fancy. Thanks for the tips!!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

That's dope! You're welcome 😎

@evolution4606 2 жыл бұрын

Going to be staying at a small hotel near there next week. How much was your Marriott room/night?

@gaming_sportsaaron1365 2 жыл бұрын

@@evolution4606 It was only 161$ per night. So definitely not that bad of a price of all to get that nice view!!!!

@MN_ALGORITHMS Жыл бұрын

River north is a great area

@ashleywolford948 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again for mentioning the Native Americans that once occupied the land before, I truly appreciate that you did that.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to include this important information!

@babydollkincaid4584 2 жыл бұрын

Next would you visit the Edgewater neighborhood please😃

@ram_bam 2 жыл бұрын

Opening music is dope.

@kathleencraig3804 Жыл бұрын

Love the video, I went to Holy name catholic school/church, lived 55 West Erie st. used to be a hotel, bldg built 1863? or ? dad leased hotel and that bldg is historical bldg now condo. thanks for videos.

@111danish111 2 жыл бұрын

3:24 This used to house a popular nightclub called Excalibur a decade ago .

@delgadoabdel 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you geese 🙄 thank you geese hahahahah 🤣. I visited Chicago last year and I will try my luck up there when I finish my degree. Thanks for the videos

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

😂 those geese definitely get loud haha

@fredricardo3272 4 жыл бұрын

I hope that at some point you can do a segment on Edgewater and Uptown.

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

Most definitely!

@ken12117 3 жыл бұрын

It would be nice if you made a going to a White Sox game video similar to your neighborhood reviews about more than just Comiskey Park.

@zackeriah87 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Luis, love your videos man! I currently live in Wicker Park. My lease is up in March.. What area in Chicago do you think would be the best to live in? I'm currently considering Lincoln Park or something near the Lake.. You seem like a good guy to ask, lol ;)

@gofdoom10 4 жыл бұрын

west loop!

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

Coming soon!! Thank you so much for watching 😎😎

@BurnedJello 3 жыл бұрын

Still remember the H.O.M.E.S. acronym for the Great Lakes from elementary school haha

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Haha nice, didn’t learn about that one in Florida 😂

@johnleewins3814 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Luis, thanks for the great videos. I visited several of the places in your videos. Only sad part is I couldn't take home some Starbucks reserves cocktails tsa said under 3 Oz per bottle I had 6oz, know of a way to get them shipped? 🤔

@FCm-tq2ho 4 жыл бұрын

All deep dish pies ... Any thin slice Napolitan pizza in this area? Love Chicago.. Unfortunately not crazy about the deep dish.., very informative video. Thank you.

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

I don't know of any that are in River North, but Cafe Luigi in Lincoln Park has NY style pizza that's really tasty! Lou Malnati's also makes a Chicago tavern-style thin crust pizza, a lot of my friends are crazy about it 🍕

@FCm-tq2ho 4 жыл бұрын

@@LuisGustoComedy ok got it.. I saw Lou M on the map in river north .. Thx Luis!

@amymalone3995 2 жыл бұрын

Also as a Michigander your great lakes acronym is HOMES..... lol Huron Ontario Michigan Eerie and Superior.

@bernadetterafio9794 3 жыл бұрын

I like the history of Chicago

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

There's so much history in this city and discovering it is so much fun!

@zuthee 2 жыл бұрын

Hi luis. Could you recommend a chicago river cruise line? I’m visiting there on this coming April. Thx

@ilahildasissac1943 3 жыл бұрын

How about Uptown, Garfield Park, Pilsen, etc.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Most definitely!! Thanks so much for watching!!

@rosalieclark7578 2 жыл бұрын

You forgot to say it was excalibur before tao restaurant

@CArguelles25 4 жыл бұрын

South loop!

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

One of my boys lives in the South Loop, I'll be working on that one soon 😀

@BBA-Csavv 4 жыл бұрын

logan square

@LuisGustoComedy 4 жыл бұрын

Most definitely will be coming up soon! Thank you!!

@jacksilva6411 3 жыл бұрын

Bello! How ya doin? Well it would be interesting to know if there in Chitown is still an Italian community? I am asking because I am Italian and I wanna emigrate to the states (Chicago). Thanks in advanced bello ;)

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Good thanks! There is definitely a lot of Italian influence in the city, but much less than the early 1900s. Many Italian families have since moved out to the suburbs. We'll definitely look more into the Italian influence in Chicago in 2021!

@vaishx 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know what a good salary would be to live comfortably there and enjoy the social life? Do you think it’s more foe Chicago residents or tourists?

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

In River North ... probably at least $60K .. Parts of River North are packed with tourists but toward the west side of the neighborhood it's a bit more residential

@scottpage4229 Жыл бұрын

What building is that at 7:10? I’ll see y’all 9.6.22 headed there for PICS 2022 conference

@LuisGustoComedy Жыл бұрын

Parking garage at Kinzie & Clark

@scottpage4229 Жыл бұрын

@@LuisGustoComedy 9.9.22 we are going to untitled supper club for healthcare industry dinner conference away from Marriott. Your reviews and suggestions have been terrific. Chicago 360 yesterday, WOW!