Chicago alfresco dining and drinking
Summer's in session!
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Free summer events
Go ahead, be cheap! These summer favorites won't break the bank
Photos of alfresco scenes in the city
Hot patios, sidewalk cafes, beer gardens and more
New bar patios
Drink in the fresh air at these new alfresco options
Dog-friendly dining outdoors
Spots where you can dine alfresco with Sparky
Chicago uncovered
15 spots to soak up the sun this summer
Chicago alfresco dining in '08
Looking for food with a view? We've got it
Cone I buy you a drink?
Dessert gets tipsy this summer when booze meets ice cream
Chicago barbecue bonanza
Set your grill to thrill with 10 Chicago barbecue essentials
Fore play
Get goofy with miniature golf and other fun outdoor dates
Some like it hot
Work your flirt in the summer sun at these alfresco singles’ spots
Drink big
Grab a friend (or two) and dip into one of these summery cocktails
Whatever floats your boat
Make some waves aboard one of these boozy cruises
Daylight savings
Dine outdoors all week without breaking the bank
Take a photo tour: Oak Street Beachstro & Castaways
Hot bars at North Avenue and Oak Street beaches
Alfresco in the 'burbs
Our favorite suburban spots to feed and imbibe outside
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Cheese sale
The Dining Room at Kendall College - 900 N. North Branch St. - West Town
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Mrs. Murphy and Sons Irish Bistro Game Day Cubs Shuttle
Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro - 3905 N. Lincoln Ave. - Chicago
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Farm to Table Celebration
Carnivale - 702 W. Fulton St. - Warehouse District
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Snack while you shop at Chicago's favorite seasonal market
Chicago barbecue bonanza
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Brunch at Sola
Brighten your weekend morning with sidewalk seating in North Center
Brunch at Forno Diablo
The brunch scene's on fire at this Lincoln Park patio!
