The Neighbourhood: West Loop

West Loop sits just west of Chicago’s downtown and mixes offices, shops, and homes. Millennium Park offers open lawns, art and events near this district. Chicago Riverwalk gives riverside paths and seating for walks. The Publican and Girl & The Goat provide well-known restaurant choices in this district. Au Cheval and Little Goat Diner serve casual and classic dishes to locals and visitors. The Aviary hosts cocktail service and draws people to the Fulton Market area. Navy Pier features rides and seasonal festivals toward the lakefront. Mary Bartelme Park gives playgrounds and green space for families and workers. Union Park supports outdoor events and neighborhood gatherings nearby. Ogilvie Transportation Center links commuter rail and many Metra lines for trips across the region. CTA buses connect routes through the area and serve local stops regularly. Small shops and galleries occupy ground floors of many buildings in the area. Mixed office towers and apartment buildings shape the street scene. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 25 to 29 years old, and one-person households make up the largest share.

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West Loop sits just west of Chicago’s downtown and mixes offices, shops, and homes. Millennium Park offers open lawns, art and events near this district. Chicago Riverwalk gives riverside paths and seating for walks. The Publican and Girl & The Goat provide well-known restaurant choices in this district. Au Cheval and Little Goat Diner serve casual and classic dishes to locals and visitors. The Aviary hosts cocktail service and draws people to the Fulton Market area. Navy Pier features rides and seasonal festivals toward the lakefront. Mary Bartelme Park gives playgrounds and green space for families and workers. Union Park supports outdoor events and neighborhood gatherings nearby. Ogilvie Transportation Center links commuter rail and many Metra lines for trips across the region. CTA buses connect routes through the area and serve local stops regularly. Small shops and galleries occupy ground floors of many buildings in the area. Mixed office towers and apartment buildings shape the street scene. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 25 to 29 years old, and one-person households make up the largest share.