New Eastside — often referred to locally as “Lakeshore East” — is one of Chicago’s most unique neighborhoods. Between pedway connections, hidden elevators, and quick access to both riverwalk and lakefront, it can feel like decoding a puzzle at first. In this guide you’ll find how to navigate it, what day-to-day life is like, dog-friendly favorites, seasonal highlights, and everything residents love about living here.
Seasonal guides, neighborhood events, parks, and what day-to-day life is really like living in Lakeshore East throughout the year
March 13, 2026
September 9, 2025
August 4, 2025
July 18, 2025
July 31, 2024
June 17, 2024
How to get around Lakeshore East, access the lakefront and Riverwalk, understand the pedway, parking, and the multi-level layout that confuses almost everyone at first.
May 31, 2025
May 13, 2024
March 8, 2024
November 21, 2023
May 2, 2023
February 17, 2023
Restaurants, patios, bars, Riverwalk spots, and locally loved businesses that make Lakeshore East feel like a neighborhood—not just a place to live.
January 27, 2023
March 12, 2023
June 4, 2023
June 19, 2023
August 4, 2023
October 30, 2023