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Chicago is photogenic for so many reasons – from the boats at Belmont Harbor, the incredible Adler Planetarium, the breathtaking Skydeck Chicago at the Willis Tower, to the unbelievable beauty of the skyline backdrop from North Avenue Beach.
But foodies want to know – where are the most Instagram-worthy spots to dine at in Chicago? As anyone who can appreciate the art of a thoughtfully plated dish and wants to share their gastronomic adventures on Instagram, here are the best cool restaurants in Chicago that will not only satisfy your craving but fill your feed with drool-worthy foodstagrams that deserve a double-tap.

| 📍 Address | 169 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 6065. Get Directions |
| ⏰ Opening Hours | Tuesday - Friday from 11 am to 12 am; Saturday from 10 am to 12 am and Sunday from 10 am to 4:30 pm |
With competitions like "building your best Bloody Mary" during Sunday brunch, how could Highline Bar + Lounge, located right next to Merchandise Mart, not make it to our most Instagram-worthy list?

| 📍 Address | Stan's Donuts. Get Directions |
| ⏰ Opening Hours | Monday - Sunday from 6 am to 8 pm |
Stan’s Chicago has several locations, so you can’t make the excuse of not being able to find one. Their donuts are handmade and fried fresh all day. Each one is handmade, exotic, whimsical, and too cute not to take a snap of.

| 📍 Address | 1119 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614. Get Directions |
| ⏰ Opening Hours | Tuesday - Friday from 4:30 pm to 9 pm; Saturday - Sunday from 9 am to 2 pm and 4:30 pm to 9 pm |
At the heart of Lincoln Park, you'll find the neighborhood favorite, Range. It is the ideal dining spot for the health-conscious and friendly to the environment as Range focuses on farm-to-table food as a lifestyle. And if that wasn't enough to draw you in, their comfort food is an Instagrammer's dream come true.
If you're visiting Chicago for the first time, don't pass up the chance to dine at these spots. Not only are they undeniably photogenic, but they boast some of the best dishes around.
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