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Places currently on my layover wish list! These are spots I haven’t made it to yet, but they’re saved for a future trip, layover, or day off.

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Crew Recommendation

Lunch & Dinner, Snacks & Desserts

Slap Burger

A fast-casual, late-night favorite crafting ultra-crispy, perfectly lacy-edged smashed cheeseburgers and loaded fries.

Crew Recommendation

Bars & Breweries, Lunch & Dinner, Snacks & Desserts

Omaha Tap House - Downtown

A premier downtown craft beer pub celebrated for its inventive gourmet burgers, fried cheese curds, and extensive tap list.
Location

ORD/MDW

Crew Recommendation

Lunch & Dinner, Shopping, Snacks & Desserts

Gangnam Market

A massive, ultra-modern Asian grocery oasis featuring an extensive food hall, specialty boba counters, and imported goods.

Crew Recommendation

Lunch & Dinner

Jim's South St.

A historic, perennially packed cheesesteak landmark revered for its fast-paced counter service and classic flat-top griddled ribeye.

Crew Recommendation

Breakfast & Brunch, Coffee, Snacks & Desserts

Alihan's Coffee and Breakfast

A charming, romantic Mediterranean oasis celebrated for its sprawling, authentic traditional Turkish family-style breakfast spreads.

Crew Recommendation

Bars & Breweries, Snacks & Desserts

J. Bookwalter Winery

A sophisticated, upscale vineyard estate pairing award-winning regional wines with a refined, chef-driven farm-to-table restaurant.

Crew Recommendation

Lunch & Dinner

Dune Brothers Seafood

A hip, outdoor clam shack shack executing exceptionally elevated, chef-driven expressions of hyper-local wild-caught New England seafood.

Crew Recommendation

Lunch & Dinner

Salt Hank’s

A viral chef-driven pop-up counter concept crafting extraordinary, over-the-top decadently loaded prime rib and sandwich creations.
Location

ORD/MDW

Local Approved

Lunch & Dinner, Nightlife, Snacks & Desserts

Drawing Room

A sophisticated, intimate cocktail lounge executing high-end classic mixology within an elegant, design-forward library setting.

Crew Recommendation

Bars & Breweries, Lunch & Dinner, Nightlife, Outdoors, Snacks & Desserts

Grain Rooftop Bar

A spacious rooftop oasis perched atop the Main Hotel, boasting panoramic river views and a staggering selection of craft beers.

Crew Recommendation

Bars & Breweries, Lunch & Dinner

Bourbon & Bones Chophouse | Bar

A luxurious, high-end fine dining studio specializing in premium wet-and-dry aged steaks and a massive boutique bourbon collection.

Crew Recommendation

Bars & Breweries, Breakfast & Brunch, Lunch & Dinner, Nightlife

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

An iconic, historic global legend famous for its signature sandwich stuffed with grilled meats, melted cheese, tomatoes, cole slaw, and french fries.

Crew Recommendation

Breakfast & Brunch, Coffee

Elmer’s

A beloved, northwest-born classic comfort diner famous for its fluffy Northwest signature pancakes and hearty traditional breakfast plates.

Crew Recommendation

Lunch & Dinner, Snacks & Desserts

"The Original" Haven Brothers Diner Providence

One of America's oldest mobile food trucks, rolling out late-night downtown since 1893 to serve iconic comfort burgers.

Crew Recommendation

Attractions, Bars & Breweries, Nightlife, Snacks & Desserts

COWBOYS OKC

A massive, high-energy country music dance hall featuring a huge wooden racetrack floor, mechanical bulls, and live acts.
Location

ORD/MDW

Crew Recommendation

Attractions

Holy Grounds at St. Paul Catholic Church

A welcoming, community-centric church café lounge serving premium artisan espresso drinks and fresh local baked goods.

Crew Recommendation

Shopping

Reading Terminal Market

One of America's oldest public markets, housing over 80 diverse vendors famous for Amish baked goods and iconic local street eats.

Crew Recommendation

Lunch & Dinner

Taco Chelo Phoenix

A visually stunning, artist-driven downtown taqueria executing a concise, masterfully focused menu of premium traditional street tacos.

Bucketlist Item

Attractions, Landmarks, Tours

Prague Castle

A spectacular historical journey through the largest ancient castle complex in the world, defining the dramatic city skyline.

Crew Recommendation

Breakfast & Brunch, Lunch & Dinner, Shopping, Snacks & Desserts

Sherman’s Deli

A legendary, landmark New York-style kosher deli serving up monumental, piled-high pastrami sandwiches and award-winning baked cakes since 1953.

Crew Recommendation

Lunch & Dinner, Outdoors

Portland Lobster Co

A bustling, vibrant waterfront deck offering live outdoor music alongside award-winning, fresh-caught Maine lobster rolls.

About Christina's Layover List

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Hi, I’m the flight attendant behind The Layover List! I’ve always loved exploring new places, but being a flight attendant has given me a pretty unique way to do it. Between flights, I’m usually looking for a good local restaurant, a cute coffee shop, something fun to do, or a hidden gem that makes a short layover feel a little more special. I started The Layover List as a way to keep track of the places I’ve loved, the spots my fellow crew members have recommended, and all the places I’m hoping to check out someday. Think of it as my personal collection of “I only have 24 hours here — where should I go?” recommendations.

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Everything featured here is based on my own experiences and opinions and is meant to inspire your travels. Experiences, food quality, service, hours, and safety can change, so please do your own research and use your best judgment when visiting any location featured on the site.

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