Travel Guide: Chicago Business Trip

Travel Tips for Business Travel to Chicago

If a trip to Chicago for business is in your future, our business travel guide will help you find the best places to eat and play. This vibrant city situated on the banks of the majestic Lake Michigan has no shortage of entertainment and dining options. We’re sharing some things to do to make this business trip the best one yet.

A Few of the Best Restaurants in Chicago

Eating in Chicago is like taking a trip around the world. No matter what type of cuisine you’re craving, you can probably find it in Chicago. Here are a few of our favorite restaurants in the Chicago area.

Fort Willow

1721 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, IL 60642

If you’re looking for great food in a unique setting, this is the place. This funky, treehouse themed destination features craft cocktails with delicious small plates of food.

Maillard Tavern

494 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60654

Located inside the historic River West building, the Maillard Tavern is comfort food taken up a few notches. Burgers smothered in toppings like bacon-onion jam and melted cheddar cheese come with a serving of duck fat fries. Be sure to save room for dessert, like their amazing milkshakes.

Big and Littles

3 Chicago Locations

This is a great place to go when you want a diverse menu with amazing food, with menu staple items like po’boys, fish ‘n chips and some of the best tacos you can find in Chicago. The menu is a good balance of seafood dishes but still has plenty of non-fish choices as well such as burgers and hotdogs. This is a local favorite and can get a little busy during peak times. But it’s worth the wait.

Chicago Attractions

Wrigley Field

If you’re in Chicago during baseball season, take in a baseball game at the historic Wrigley Field. Built in 1914, it has been the home of the Chicago Cubs for over 100 years. If baseball isn’t your thing, big time entertainment frequently makes a stop there for concerts. It’s truly a one of a kind experience.

Garfield Park Conservatory

There is nothing like taking a stroll through the gardens at the Garfield Park Conservatory. Open year-round, it features thousands of plant species from all over the world. There are eight different garden displays for you to enjoy the lush flora any time of the year. This is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of Chicago and get in touch with nature.

Budget Car Rental Chicago

Regardless of what your rental car needs are while you’re in Chicago, Budget Chicago has you covered. We offer several locations throughout Chicago, including Downtown Chicago, both the Midway Airport and O’Hare Airport, and more. Our friendly staff is there to help you get on the road as quickly as possible.

If your business starts in Chicago but ends in another city, no problem. Budget offers one-way rentals to make your trip run a little smoother. If you travel often, consider signing up for the Budget Fastbreak program, which offers great rates and fuel prepayment options, getting you into your car and on the road fast.