The official seat of government in the city. Amongst various city departments and the Chicago City Council, it's here that you'll find the offices of the mayor, the city clerk and the city treasurer.

The Circuit Court of Cook County of the State of Illinois is the largest of the 24 judicial circuits in Illinois and one of the largest unified court systems in the world. It has about 400 judges who serve the 5.1 million residents of Cook County within the City of Chicago and its 126 surrounding suburbs.

The library is one of the oldest buildings around the Northside of the city. Many different people use it, but that doesn't change the hold the Irish have on it.

You'll find the headquarters for the Chicago Police Department on Michigan Avenue. After the New York City Police Department, the CPD is the largest municipal police department in the United States. It traces its roots all the way back to 1835 and is one of the oldest modern police forces in the world. They represent law and order even though some cops are dirty and crooked.

When threats of fire and emergency encompass Chicago, they are the first to respond. Most of the firefighters find annoyance with civilians that try to tell them how to do their job because they've seen too much of Chicago Fire.

Since its opening in 1959, the Port of Chicago has always belonged to the Italians. Territory comes and goes but this is the one that has always been theirs. It's the main hub of their smuggling.

Lincoln Park Zoo sits on the North Side of town. Surrounded by the Irish Territory. However, it still to this day mysteriously remains neutral. It has many attractions, including manatees that capture the childlike wonder of children and adults alike.

With 738 acres and 20 miles of trails, the equestrian center is home to equestrian competitions, festivals, and events. The center includes four show rings, 1 Grand Prix ring, 40 acres of grass fields, 196 horse stalls and both jumping and lunging areas.

The Clinic is the best in town for your pet. They remain at a neutral stance and take anyone's pets into care. Devoted and compassionate, veterinarians and staff provide a full range of general practice services for pets, including physical exams, immunizations, in-house surgeries, dental work, laboratory, X-ray and a complete pet pharmacy.

One of the tallest and oldest skyscrapers of Chicago. This building is owned by the Irish. It houses many activities for tourists and North Side residents all the same. It has a skywalk on the 94th floor, and a bar deemed 7th Heaven that overlooks the city.

Named after the historical red door at the entrance, this rooftop bar is one of the hottest socialization destinations in Chicago. Perfect for dates, a night out, or an overpriced drink or two. The Red Door will often have live music playing on the weekends and an outdoor Infinity swimming pool open in the summer.

Situated in the John Hancock Center, it's a whole level below the indoor swimming pool that this skyscraper has to offer. It doesn't discriminate who walks in and orders a tall one. In secret, there are private rooms inside this high-rise bar that hold something extra than liquor. Another secret good time, for just a little extra.

Magnificent Mile can be found on the Northern side of Chicago. It's a tourist trap, the locals call it. It attracts millions of visitors annually with its large stretch of retail stores, hotel chains, and restaurants.

Helmed by the Irish for over a century, Beverly Financing is a Chicago-based multinational investment bank and financial services company. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, and prime brokerage.

Headquarters for the media conglomerate. Known for just about every kind of news outlet, you will find the offices for the Weekly Candid in this very building.

The first thing you see when walking into the hotel is the million-dollar chandler hanging in the lobby. The price tag to stay here may be out of many's budgets, but to those who can walk through its grand doors and the suites. it's an experience catered to the most minute details. The Luxueur features a 3 Michelin star rating French restaurant and its own internal bar. It has a large event center located inside for events, weddings, or conferences.

Your quintessential 1970's style roadside motel, hidden on the outskirts of Chicago's neutral territory. A meeting place for rendezvous couples, people who don’t want to be found, and the occasional blow in from out of town. Everyone knows the Harlowe doesn't ask questions, takes cash, nor require an ID. Featuring a 20 meter pool and small diner, it's the perfect place to remain undercover for a day or two.

Chicago Theatre. Many far and wide sacrifice themselves to step into the theatre. Notorious and well known to tourists because of the aesthetic sign out front.

An international luxury hotel chain. Greenwood Hotel in Chicago was the first. Alongside its rooms, the five-star hotel boasts a lounge, bar, and pool that its patrons are more than welcome to use. The top five floors function solely as a place of residence for the Irish family members and thus have the security measures expected of such a place. The floor right under the penthouse has been renovated into a recreation room for the family and it even has a small conference room in the corner. You're more than welcome to stay on the lower levels of the Greenwood Hotel, but those with ties to the Italians will politely get the security called on them.

Simply known as "the underground" by many, the basement floor of the Greenwood Hotel serves as an underground gambling den. It's prestigious, invite only room for those looking to play a thrilling, high-stakes game of poker. Patrons are let in through a back entrance.

A hardcore Irish biker bar in its glory days - now a casual industrial-style bar with vintage motorcycle decor open to all. The repair garage in the back is still motorcycle-heavy but it is available to car clients.

The Depot is a popular little bar to come enjoy a drink, watch a football game or UFC fight on one of the many televisions around the bar. This particular bar is also known for its cheap and tasty sandwiches. The bathrooms look like they've seen a couple of ODs and the temperature sky rockets when there are more than 45 people present. A notoriously rough bar but a happy hour that gives change from a fiver after tip and good hip-hop playing on pretty much any night makes this dive the Morans' fave hangout spot in their downtime. Because the lack of inventory and local distributors The Depot currently has the following in stock: Beer, Rum, Vodka, Gin, Scotch, Whiskey. To the left of the bar is a door leading to the back office. Nothing fancy, a desk, a few chairs and a safe. Here's where some of the Morans do business. Need a loan? You got it. Ranging from small to large 'personal' loans. They guarantee the money that the banks won't even think about lending you. Just make sure you pay it all back on time, or you'll be a dead man walking by sun down...

Catering some of the best food on the rough side, Jimmy's Pub is popular with the Morans. Enjoy a quiet drink at the bar which houses fine ales, liquors and spirits. The kitchen serves snacks and light meals, including stews and home made breads. The prices are reasonable and affordable to anyone. For a more intimate meal, ask for one of the tables at the back. There is a fire escape outback and another upstairs at the end of the corridor which leads out down the side of the building into the alley. Information can be easily gathered by talking to the folks in here. You've got to be on your toes in this place if you want to walk out safely. Past the steel door at the far end of the bar are the stairs. Actually, before them is a small anteroom where two heavily-armed Irish bikers are on constant guard. Everyone that comes through the door has metal-and bug-detecting equipment run over them, and those stupid enough to be wearing the second are pretty much doomed. The radio-equipped mercs will call upstairs for orders and, depending on what management wants, you go up stairs.

Along with the media and advertising, this adult movie studio is one of the business enterprises owned by the Rubinoff Family. They produce movies of all genres featuring adult models of all ranks and flavors.

Informal headquarters of the Italians. Some of the members choose to live in this multi-storied house. Has been in the family for generations.

The offices for the transportation and shipping firm opened by the Italians. Opened in the early 1900s, the offices still feel like a family-run business despite their international reach.

One of the best Pizzerias on the North Side of the city. The popular, quaint pizzeria that displays their wooden stoves proudly. There's no such thing as too many toppings -- the Pizza Stop has it all. It's modern, delicious, and deliver to most neighborhoods in Chicago. They have a relatively simple dine-in area, or you can take your pizza to go.

A small quaint stop for someone with a sweet tooth. Upon entrance, there are tables and booths situated for anyone to take a breather. Behind the counter is a cheerful smile with a large choice of gelatos to choose from. The G Spot also offers italian soda, cannolis, bombolinis, Semifreddo, & Cassata. Depending on the hour, they are likely able to customize a dessert of the customer's choice.

Their coffees range from house to specialty blends and the bistro-like setting is almost always crowded inside. The interior seems tiny at first, but there is an expanded cafe space upstairs with WiFi access for writers, students, or itinerant web surfers. The long hours--it's open until 1 in the morning most nights--make this coffee shop an ideal spot to keep in mind for when the urge for that caffein fix strikes at random hours. The Bellomos run a bookmaking operation out of the basement office of this café. To walk in and place a bet you must be known by them. You place your bet and pay for your bet at the time of placement. Then the game happens and if your a winner you will be UPS'ed your winnings.

Southern Chicago's premiere Apothecary. La Bella Vita offers a number of herbal supplements, spices, and essential oils— many procured from the owner's own herb garden.

An Italian owned bar in south side. Low-lights and dive bar aesthetic, this is a trusty place to unwind after a long day of work. Their whiskey isn't half bad either.

Crawl under R&R bar and you will find The Coliseum, an underground fighting pit where you can always find someone to duke it out with. The Italians run the books for this pit and you're more than welcome to throw down a wager or try a round in the ring. Fight club rules apply with the added caveat of “No Irish allowed.” Rumor has it that the last one who tried slithering their way in got their throat torn out. All others welcome. Just remember, snitches get stitches.

Every day the savings are put into the two inch thick safe in the back, with un-tapped, spring lock state-of-the-art technology. One security camera watches the back alley and one watches behind the register along with most of the front room. Providing the rough side with guns and ammunition, Bullseye specializes in modern firearms. General weaponry and antiques are also available, and trusted customers are offered access to more specialist weapons kept downstairs. For those needing to practice their skills with a firearm, the shooting range provides instruction on weapon use and maintenance. Customers can bring a firearm of their own choosing, or use one of those provided.

Privilege is the number one strip club, with three main stages, as well as concealed seating areas for one-on-one lap dances. On the opposite side of the bar area in the club is the basement door. It's electronically locked from the security hub on the top floor. Here is where the dancers sleep and conduct their illegal business. The basement rooms are used for illegal tasks such as prostitution, arms dealing, and drug dealing. Patrons are watched closely there by pinhole cameras which record the sensual exchanges as blackmail and for security reasons. Should a patron get too rough, there is a more than eager employee willing to make sure he gets the memo. Also on the basement floor is a room utilized for torture and murder. Rarely do non employees walk in and come out of here. The VIP area on the second floor is where the high rollers go to enjoy themselves free of care, knowing they are safer under the protection and discretion of this business. There is an assortment of nicer furnished rooms on the second floor which allow for the higher paying clientele to stay upstairs and privately enjoy themselves. Two way mirrors with cameras watch every detail of the high rollers' actions. The second floor is also where the auction of military equipment and vital information is sold. Loan shark's office is the last room on the second floor. Killing and intelligence business is also contracted here. The top floor is entirely devoted to the Security of the entire club. Upstairs also contains the barracks where off duty security sleeps and takes breaks between their shifts.

Diva's has the hottest floor in Chicago, and plays the freshest mixes from the top DJ's in the country, with a play-list consisting of electro, house, hip-hop, techno and dance. The club is open after-hours, and is split into three levels. The first floor houses a bar and dance floor. The backdoor requires an employee ID to unlock from the outside.The entire club has CCTV Cameras to help security manage their job. The backdoor lets out into the alleyway, which provides a nice dark spot for the bouncers to deal with unruly patrons of the club without much trouble. Diva's exclusive light show and extreme sound system will just want to make you dance. The lounge area with comfortable seating and relaxing music is serviced by the wait staff. The second floor is reserved for VIP guests. The way up is blocked by a pair of security guards at all times and if you're not on the VIP list, you're not going to get passed them. The main office soars just below the ceiling and gives a panorama view of the nightclub through a one-way plexiglass window. It is from here that events and special guests are arranged, and also where the staff likes to hang-out during the off-hours.

Lip Service is an attraction in Chicago like no other. Advertised as a Drag & Dinner theater. The restaurant is completely drag-themed with mannequin legs that come out from the wall. Drag shows go on from the time the doors open to the time they close in the early morning. Attendees are encouraged to embrace the theme.

Set in a typical Italian style, Wild Olive boasts a relaxed atmosphere and fine Sicilian cuisine. An extremely busy place, especially on Friday or Saturday evening. The service is fast and friendly, and the staff brims with an upbeat energy and friendliness. Stereo speakers softly diffuse, in alternating cycles, classical, Italian and of course Neapolitan music. On some nights tables must be reserved in advance as it's a usual hang out spot of the Family and their friends. Next time make sure to ask for their savory, over-sized meatballs and delicious home made cannoli! They also have a great selection of wine and beer. The local paper has seen known mobsters coming in and enjoying some food and drinks. The stairs in the back of the restaurant leads towards the VIP area upstairs and the office. There is a small bar containing all the drinks they want on the house while smooth classic Italian music is played on the background. The doors leading towards the VIP room and the office are made of heavy steel and secured with several deadbolts preventing people from breaking in. The guards won't let anyone pass, no exceptions. The office has full access to the cameras in and around the restaurant. The door to the office is always locked and the curtains are always drawn. The third floor was converted into a separate apartment only accessible through the restaurant.

The best cigar parlor and fine liquor bar in Chicago, Raffinati! Alive with all the mystery and glamour of it's "underground" speakeasy setting, serving the world's finest cigars and spirits. Indulge in an exclusive collection of premium cigars, cognacs, ports, bourbons, single malt scotches, rums and martinis. All carefully selected to enhance the taste that lingers on the palate after each draw. Restricted to guests, the manager's office is where the behind-the-scenes business goes down. It's where money and decisions are made, and business is handled. Loansharking: Need a little something to hold you over? Talk to whoever is behind the bar. Hired Muscle: Need a few more guys for a job? Raffinati's the place to come. Safehouse. Any Family member welcome.

Whether you're interested in barber services, waxing, or transforming your hairstyle, they do it all at Nino's Hair Salon. All of their personable, energetic, and highly experienced stylists are committed to giving you exactly what you ask for and ensuring that you look your best when you leave. The hair services include haircutting, hair coloring, and hairstyling. Service at the salon is generally considered to be very good. The establishment is constantly busy, but the employees still find the time to please the salon's patrons. Whether you're in a good mood or a bad mood, or whether you're having a good hair day or a bad one, you'll always walk out of here with a smile on your face and a new, refreshing hairstyle.

Aroma Bella is an exclusive spa that specializes in all-natural and organic skin and body care products. Every treatment is tailored to the client's skin's needs and every spa service is performed to perfection in luxurious treatment rooms created for ultimate comfort.

A neglected, but functional boxing gym from the days of old updated to MMA specifications with an addition built to include a small lap pool and a separate area with cardio and weight lifting equipment. folks from all walks of life can find something to do here, from the UFC hopefuls training seven days a week to the locals that sign up for membership and never go.

Located in the southside of downtown Chicago, you'll find this hip, brand new dance studio, renovated from what was once a rundown and abandoned movie theatre. Learn choreography and take dance lessons from the best the city has to offer, as all choreographers and dance instructors are highly skilled and professional dancers with an extensive background in the arts. Type of dance classes offered: hip hop, contemporary, ballroom, jazz, ballet, pole, etc. There's a full auditorium for performances and shows put on by the studio.
Job Openings: Director, Dance instructors, Choreographers, Front Desk, On-Sight Nurse, Costume Designer, Sound/Audio Designer

Once upon a time, the territory of this tattoo shop was fought over for different reasons. However, it still has its neutral ground air around it. There are tattoo and piercing artists inside that cater more to one family than another, but they're smart enough not to utter a word.

Honey's is a name well known to anyone in Chicago. People stop by to enjoy baked treats of various kinds. Honey's doesn't just hire anyone - most of the bakers are experienced. Even the bright smile behind the cashier is one.

Dog friendly area, where dogs are allowed to run and play off-leash. This dog park provides features such as doggie drinking fountains, separate areas for shy dogs, dog owner bulletin boards, trash receptacles and extra doggie bags.