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No trip to the South Loop is complete without stopping by Giordano’s. Eat a meal in our dining room featuring a full bar, or you can place an order for pickup or delivery.

Wherever you are in Chicago, you can find a Giordano's close by. Our South Loop Giordano's location in Chicago, IL, has the best deep dish pizza around.

About South Loop in Chicago, IL

Like much of the area, Chicago was initially home to Native American communities. The first non-native settler in Chicago was Jean Baptiste Point du Sable. Native and non-native inhabitants shared the land until the War of 1812. After the war was over, indigenous people had to give land to the United States as stated in the Treaty of St. Louis. 

In 1829, the Illinois legislature hired James Thompson to survey and design the town that later became Chicago. At the time, less than 100 people were living there. Chicago was first incorporated as a town in 1833, then as a city in 1837. Today, Chicago is home to more than 2.7 million people.

The South Loop is one neighborhood in the broader area in Chicago known as The Loop. The South Loop is made up of the area south of Congress Parkway between Lake Michigan and the Chicago River. Nearby Chinatown is its own neighborhood.

Family-Friendly Attractions in South Loop in Chicago, IL

Chicago is a great city because you're a short walk or ride away from many different attractions. You're sure to find activities the whole family will love right in the South Loop. Consider checking some of these places out:

• 12th Street Beach: Enjoy a refreshing swim or a walk along the beach at 12th Street. You can pick up some food at Del Campos while you're there, too. The 12th Street Beach is a great place to visit to get away from the bustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing day or afternoon with your family.
• Adler Planetarium: If your kids love science or are curious about the world around them, this is the perfect spot to take them. The Planetarium has engaging shows and interactive exhibits your kids will love. Be sure to check out their special events, too!
• The Field Museum: There's something for everyone at this museum. Explore its 30 permanent exhibits that showcase all kinds of different topics, areas of the world and time periods. Be sure give your whole day to this museum — your family will lose track of time until you're shocked to hear the museum is closing.

Best Places to Eat in South Loop in Chicago, IL

Like any city, Chicago has great eats. Whatever you're in the mood for, you can find it in the Soup Loop. When you're craving deep dish pizza in South Loop in Chicago, IL, we hope you head over to Giordano's!