There are bars with good street views like Skylark and bars with good aerial views, such as Signature Lounge on the 95th, but the grandest, best view from any bar in the city is from Cindy’s. Cindy’s capacious, vaulted hall with huge windows and a balcony overlooking Millennium Park is where you want to bring out-of-towners to wow them with our city… or just to remind yourself just how beautiful your Chicago can be. (David Hammond) 12 S. Michigan, 312.792.3502, cindysrooftop.com
On Vacation: The Rear View Horizon I had three annotated maps in the shotgun seat of my car and a GPS that chided me at each turn. It was easy to get lost here. There is something so accessible and nostalgic about the road trip.
