The inviting Oak Street Beachstro gives visitors a unique opportunity to imagine themselves on a tropical get away while still being in Chicago Cit; it is often referred to as a tropical oasis in the heart of the Gold Coast. Situated in Oak Street Beach, it is just steps away from the beach and water, and is landscaped each year with imported palm trees and tropical flowers.

The Beachstro menu features a selection of breakfast dishes, gourmet sandwiches served with waffle fries and a fresh slice of watermelon, salads, quesadillas, panini, pasta of, say, veal Bolognese simmered with plum tomatoes and fresh herbs,  prime steaks, seafood, and desserts. Beer, wine, and frozen cocktails are available to quench your thirst and the people watching could hardly be bettered.

Not surprising that Oak Street Beachstro was featured as one of the country's sexiest beach restaurants on the Travel Channel's 21 best.