Timeline
09:00
Eat brunch at Pearl's Place. The soul food restaurant is famous for its brunch buffet and sits in the heart of Bronzeville. It opens at 08:00 on weekends, so arriving at 09:00 ensures you get a table before the crowd builds.
09:45
South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)
Walk two minutes to the South Side Community Art Center. Explore the gallery featuring African-American art. The center is open from 09:00 on Saturdays, making this the perfect quiet time to view the exhibitions without distractions.
10:45
Chicago's Home of Chicken & Waffles
Head nine minutes away to Chicago's Home of Chicken & Waffles for lunch. The neighborhood is underserved by such establishments, and the expertly executed soul food menu is a local staple. Arriving mid-afternoon helps avoid the peak dinner rush.
11:30
Walk twenty-two minutes northwest to Armour Square Park. Enjoy the open space, play a game of baseball or basketball, or simply relax. The park is a community hub and offers a pleasant contrast to the gallery and restaurant stops.
Local tip
The South Side Community Art Center is free and open to the public. Check the specific day's hours as they vary between weekdays and weekends.
Check before you go
- Pearl's Place is open Mo-Fr 07:00-20:00 and Sa,Su 08:00-20:00.
- South Side Community Art Center is open We-Fr 12:00-17:00, Sa 09:00-17:00, and Su 13:00-17:00.
- Chicago's Home of Chicken & Waffles is open Mo-Th and Su 09:00-21:00, and Fr-Sa 09:00-23:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Chicago (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).