The Shops at North Bridge

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• The anchor of this development is a four-story Nordstrom. The rest of the mall is bright and open, thanks to high ceilings and a wide central walkway -- but it can also feel somewhat deserted compared to the bustling street outside. The stores are a mix of clothing, jewelry, and bath-and-body shops (in a midrange to upscale price bracket). Distinctive stores that are worth checking out include the high-style chocolatier Vosges Haut-Chocolat on the second floor and the LEGO store on the third floor (tel. 312/494-0760), which features a mini re-creation of the Chicago skyline. The third-floor food court is a good stop for lunch, with a food station run by Tuscany, a local Italian restaurant, and other stands that offer Japanese tempura, grilled wraps, and Chicago-style hot dogs.

• © Frommer's 2013