re: Chicago this weekend, White Sox and Cubs game

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The White Sox play in the hood. I’ll defer to those that know more but I’m not sure there is much of anything around there. And don’t get off at any other stops around there.

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This is a complicated, loaded statement. First, the stop immediately north is Chinatown, which is completely fine. The stop after Sox-35th would be 47th. Not sure how anyone going to a Sox game would end up here, considering the flood of fans that get off at the baseball stadium.

Bronzeville is, relatively, safe and east of the interstate, but, again, there really isn't any reason why a baseball fan would go that way. The three neighborhoods north of Guaranteed Rate are Bridgeport, Pilsen and Chinatown. You are safe in all three neighborhoods. Bridgeport and Pilsen, in particular, have undergone heavy gentrification. Very fun neighborhoods with plenty of dining options. As for around the stadium, the two bars you'll see people at are Cork & Kerry and Turtle's. Unsure if kids are allowed. As long as you're down there, may as well check out Phil's Pizza in Bridgeport. In my opinion, best tavern-style in the city. Otherwise, and not sure if your grandson likes Chinese food, but you might pop off the train one stop sooner and hit Chinatown.

ETA: For Cubs, Wrigleyville has plenty of bars, but if you're looking for something a little quieter with your grandson, walk over to Southport and eat at Corridor. Very cool stretch of Lake View, plenty of families, etc.