{"id":6861,"date":"2017-07-13T12:34:28","date_gmt":"2017-07-13T17:34:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=6861"},"modified":"2020-06-23T11:16:51","modified_gmt":"2020-06-23T16:16:51","slug":"taste-of-river-north","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/taste-of-river-north\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Delicious Guide to the Taste of River North"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Satisfy Your Appetite in River North, Chicago&#8217;s Hottest Neighborhood<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-291-X3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-19623\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-291-X3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-291-X3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-291-X3-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-291-X3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-291-X3-1300x867.jpg 1300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-291-X3-128x86.jpg 128w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-291-X3.jpg 1170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/river-north\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">River North<\/a> is primarily thought of as an entertainment district. Kinzie and Hubbard (or \u201c<em>Kinz-Hub<\/em>\u201d as no one has ever called it) has become the bustling epicenter of nightlife in Chicago for tourists, suburbanites, and city folk alike. With so much to take in and enjoy, it\u2019s easy to forget that River North is a neighborhood where people live, work out, and take their dogs for a walk.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tasteofrivernorth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Taste of River North<\/a> is the chance to enjoy the neighborhood beyond just\u00a0<i>Kinz-Hub\u00a0<\/i>(c\u2019mon, let\u2019s make it a thing!). Rocking along the Chicago River shore from July 21-23 in perfectly tucked-away Ward Park, the Taste of River North promises a showcase of local delicacies, bands covering everyone\u2019s favorite hits, and all the fun one can expect from a Chicago street festival. Plus, appropriately enough since its namesake island is just up river, plenty of Goose Island Beer!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Where It&#8217;s At<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2011-PR-3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-19626\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2011-PR-3-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"taste of river north\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2011-PR-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2011-PR-3-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2011-PR-3.jpg 667w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a>The three-day event will take place at scenic Ward Park, between North Kingsbury and West Erie along the riverwalk. There are parking facilities along nearby streets like Ohio and Ontario, and Larrabee and Chicago. If you&#8217;re taking the CTA, the Red Line or Brown Line to Chicago Avenue and the Blue Line to Grand Avenue are recommended.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Entry Rules<\/h4>\n<p>The fest is open Friday from 5pm to 10pm, Saturday from noon to 10pm, and Sunday from 11am to 8pm.\u00a0There is a $5 suggested donation requested for admittance.\u00a0Food and drink tickets are sold in strips of five ($5 for five tickets). Taste of River North\u2019s 2017\u2019s top sponsors are <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eastbankclub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">East Bank Club<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.budlight.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bud Light<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gooseisland.com\/age-gate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Goose Island<\/a>, and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.101wkqx.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">WKQX<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>What to Do<\/h4>\n<p><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/photogal_13.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-19627\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/photogal_13-300x224.jpg\" alt=\"taste of river north\" width=\"300\" height=\"224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/photogal_13-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/photogal_13-600x448.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/photogal_13.jpg 669w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Over 20,000 people are expected to attend the three-day event where the crowd will enjoy chefs\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">dishing out sizable tasting portions and non-stop live music. In addition to the great cuisine and\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">tunes, Taste of River North 2017 will also feature an array of local artisans and organizations who will host pop-up shops and events throughout the weekend such as the renowned Echoes of Chicago (interactive) activation. The festival places heavy emphasis on family-friendly events\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">and is bringing back the popular Lurie\u2019s Kid Activity Area to amuse little ones. All fest-goers are\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">welcome to start their day of tasting with a morning workout hosted by East Bank Club.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>What to Wear<\/h4>\n<p>Loose clothing is recommended. Shorts, tank tops, and t-shirts would probably be best to stay cool. The fest is expecting a high attendance, so closed-toe shoes are good for not getting trampled on.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Where to Stay<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-232-X3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-19628\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-232-X3-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"taste of river north\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-232-X3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-232-X3-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-232-X3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-232-X3-1300x867.jpg 1300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-232-X3-128x86.jpg 128w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Taste-of-River-North-2013-232-X3.jpg 1170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>River North is a prime destination for hotels, so there are tons to choose from. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.godfreyhotelchicago.com\/default-en.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Godfrey Hotel<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hotelfelixchicago.com\/hotel-felix-chicago\/en\/default.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hotel Felix<\/a>, and the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rivernorthhotel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Best Western River North<\/a> are all within walking distance of the festival and are super close to River North&#8217;s nightlife if you&#8217;re looking for somewhere to go after the fest ends.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Menu Lineup<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/elhefe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">El Hefe<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pranzichicago.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pranzi<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/themotelbar.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Motel Bar<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruthschris.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ruth&#8217;s Chris Steak House<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dalobsta.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Da Lobsta<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sholado.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sholado<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/pinstripes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pinstripes<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.safehousechicago.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">SafeHouse<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bigandlittleschicago.com\/menus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BIG &amp; little&#8217;s<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hutchchicago.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hutch American Bistro<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/lifewaykefirshop.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Lifeway Kefir Shop<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.elcampeonpinacolada.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">El Campe\u00f3n<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/kettlekabin.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kettle Kabin<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Music Lineup<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Friday, July 21 (90s Night)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Boy Band Review, Our Name is Jonas (Weezer Tribute), Funky Monks (RHCP Tribute), Don&#8217;t Speak (No Doubt Tribute), Chick Norris<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Saturday, July 22<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Sixteen Candles,\u00a0Hello Weekend, Stache, Senn Alan Band, To the 9&#8217;s<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Sunday, July 23<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The Heard, Nasty Snacks, The North 41, Swingabilly Slim<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Are you going to the Taste of River North? Tell us below.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Satisfy Your Appetite in River North, Chicago&#8217;s Hottest Neighborhood River North is primarily thought of as an entertainment district. 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