Check-In Chicago｜100 Instagram-Worthy Photo Spots

Location: Ralph Lauren Chicago × RL Restaurant Address: 115 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 Opened in 1999, RL Restaurant Chicago is known as “one of Chicago’s most tasteful dining spots.” Ralph Lauren himself oversaw the design—the three-story space blends warm lighting, vintage leather sofas, fireplaces, and art oil paintings, merging elegant Upper East Side style with Chicago’s historic architecture. Every corner reflects the essence of refined American living. 🛋️🎨 Dine to the sound of classic jazz, with a flickering fireplace and views of bustling Michigan Avenue outside—it feels like stepping into another era. The menu isn’t your typical American fare (might not be for everyone, haha 😄), but the atmosphere is absolutely unbeatable—like walking into a Ralph Lauren catalog on a lazy afternoon. 💡 Pro tip: Visit before 5:30 PM for the softest, most photogenic lighting—perfect for that Old Money Chic vibe. 📅 Reservations recommended for dinner and weekends. 👔 Dress code: Smart Casual (leaning slightly formal). #Chicago #ChicagoLife #ChicagoTravel #WeekendInChicago #ChicagoPhotography