The Shops at North Bridge, Chicago

The shopping complex once known as Westfield North Bridge has undergone a name makeover and is now referred to as "The Shops at North Bridge". This sprawling hub of urban retail and entertainment officially has Nordstrom as its anchor store – a heavyweight competitor in the retail arena, giving the likes of Macy's and Neiman Marcus a run for their money. Alongside Nordstrom, you'll find stylish establishments like Hugo Boss, APM Monaco, MCM Worldwide, and MAC Cosmetics, which collectively elevate the mall experience and add flair to the Magnificent Mile shopping scene.

But that's not all; North Bridge isn't just about shopping. It also houses five hotels, three parking garages, and two office buildings. Among these stands the American Medical Association building on State Street, a creation of Japanese architect Kenzo Tange, and the oldest structure in this complex. It's a vast venue, but fear not! The main entrance atrium has a concierge desk that's like a human Google, ready to provide you with all the answers.

And let's talk about food – because shopping can work up an appetite, and this four-level shopping center offers quite a few dining options. You can savor the flavors of Eataly, indulge in the surf and turf at Joe's Seafood Prime Steak & Stone Crab, relish the finest seafood at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, grab a casual bite at Doc B's Restaurant, or sink your teeth into some juicy burgers at Shake Shack.