While in Logan Square catching a movie at the retro Logan Theatre, I enjoy dining at Cafe Con Leche — a Latin-fusion restaurant and coffeehouse

What’s cooler than being cool? Cole’s. It’s where you’ll find Chicago hipsters when they’ve died and gone to heaven. ... It's about the vibe above all else: lively, funky energy, with the perfect dash of griminess thrown in.

One of the best places to bike/run is the 606 trail. It is along an old railway line passing through some northwest-side neighborhoods like Bucktown and Logan Square. You can also stop along the way at different restaurants and bars.

Although finding Three Dots and a Dash may prove to be difficult your first time, the perfectly executed concept is worth the pursuit.

Links has a cozy, tavern vibe with TV monitors throughout displaying the current beer menu, serving size available and how much is left in the keg.

Subterranean is extremely intimate, giving the audience the opportunity to be just feet away from the performers — it’s easy to go up to a band member right after they play and have a conversation with them.

Chicago Insider: Hanna Maki-Jokela on Kaiser Tiger's patio, Juno Sushi and perusing the shelves at Spice House

You find yourself absorbed by the Chicago music scene at Cafe Mustache. And if you need a break from your laptop, check out some classic board games in the corner.

The hodge-podge approach of this store is so charming, you may never want to leave.

It's hard to describe how good the breakfast food is at Victory's Banner. They're also the most friendly and welcoming service staff I've experienced in Chicago.