It’s been said that River North, formally part of the Near North Side in Chicago, IL, has the largest collection of art galleries outside of Manhattan.  Who wouldn’t want to live in one of the beautiful River North apartments that have sprung up over the last few years?

The River North district of Chicago, which is loosely bounded by Chicago Avenue on the north, Michigan Avenue on the East, and the Chicago River on the south and west sides, contains some of the city’s most glamorous nightlife.  This posh neighborhood is filled to the brim with its share of upscale restaurants, nightclubs, bars, art galleries, world-class shopping, and cultural landmarks.  In addition to these assets, residentially speaking, River North apartments are some of the most upscale and luxurious in all of Chicago.

With the exception of a few other prominent neighborhoods, River North could be argued to be the premier cultural center of Chicago.  River North has its lion’s share of famous and trendy Chicago restaurants.  Bin 36, Brasserie Jo, Brazzaz, Frontera Grill, Topolobampo, and Japonais all make their home in River North.  Rick Bayless, arguably Chicago’s ambassador to the larger culinary world, has three restaurants in the neighborhood.  In addition to its renowned culinary résumé, there are many Chicago- and family-themed restaurants in the area.  Portillo’s, a legendary purveyor of Chicago street food, has a large outpost here.  The Rock-n-Roll McDonald’s, which pays tribute to the birth of the iconic restaurant in one of Chicago’s suburbs, is two levels and is a unique fast food experience.  The Rain Forest Café, Ed Debevic’s, and the Hard Rock Café also call River North home.

If you’re looking for bars and pubs, River North has you covered there, too, in spades.  Rock Bottom Brewery brews its own beer on site; the Green Door Tavern is in one of the only wooden buildings in the area – built right after the Chicago fire; Fado Irish Pub serves up standard pub fare and a healthy dose of soccer; and Enclave is one of many upscale dance clubs in the area.  Most, if not all, of the restaurants in the area serve alcohol and have lounges.

Looking to get some culture?  River North has more galleries than anywhere in Chicago.  The neighborhood boasts the Addington Gallery, the Andrew Bae Gallery, the Russell Bowman Art Advisory, Habitat Galleries Chicago, Kass/Meridian, the Richard Norton Gallery, and dozens more.

The benefits of living in River North are obvious for anyone who loves cities, art, culture, food, and nightlife.  Start your search for one of the fabulous River North apartments today and become a part of one of the most cultured neighborhoods in North America.