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Restaurants/stores/dives that you can't miss in Chicago
Posted on 12/14/15 at 6:45 pm
Posted on 12/14/15 at 6:45 pm
My wife and I are taking a trip to Chicago early next year. We will be able to venture out for three lunches and three dinners.
I realize I could check travel channel or food network but I'd like another perspective.
Unfortunately, Alinea will be closed while we are there, however we plan on going to Next for dinner one of those nights.
We are staying within the loop on the north side of the river (near the Trump hotel). We will probably hang around that area with everything there is to do, but don't mind exploring farther out.
We like all types of cuisine.
I realize I could check travel channel or food network but I'd like another perspective.
Unfortunately, Alinea will be closed while we are there, however we plan on going to Next for dinner one of those nights.
We are staying within the loop on the north side of the river (near the Trump hotel). We will probably hang around that area with everything there is to do, but don't mind exploring farther out.
We like all types of cuisine.
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Posted on 12/14/15 at 6:49 pm to titleist71
Girl and the Goat for dinner. Make reservations as early as possible. They fill up quick.
Blackbird for lunch was my favorite meal there. Beautiful space. Amazing food.
Violet Hour for fancy cocktails, supposedly, but I didn't make it there.
Purple Pig (doesn't take reservations) is super awesome. Popular like Girl and the Goat.
Blackbird for lunch was my favorite meal there. Beautiful space. Amazing food.
Violet Hour for fancy cocktails, supposedly, but I didn't make it there.
Purple Pig (doesn't take reservations) is super awesome. Popular like Girl and the Goat.
Posted on 12/14/15 at 7:21 pm to titleist71
Marking this for our trip to Chicago around New Years
Posted on 12/14/15 at 7:22 pm to LouisianaLady
Went to little goat which is across the street from Girl and the Goat and it was pretty awesome.
Posted on 12/14/15 at 7:23 pm to titleist71
My SO and I are headed there Friday and have reservations at The Girl and the Goat. Then headed to Second City for a show. I can't wait.
There are also a number of great breweries to visit if you're into that sort of thing.
There are also a number of great breweries to visit if you're into that sort of thing.
This post was edited on 12/14/15 at 7:26 pm
Posted on 12/14/15 at 7:23 pm to titleist71
After your second night of five star dining on rich food, you may want to check out Mother Hubbards. Bar food served in one of the best sports bars I've ever experienced. You won't be disappointed.
Posted on 12/14/15 at 7:55 pm to titleist71
Eataly for lunch/quick dinner if you like italian.
Posted on 12/14/15 at 7:57 pm to KarlMalonesFlipPhone
Portillo's for Italian beef. Giordano's for pizza. Half Acre and Revolution have brewery tours.
This post was edited on 12/14/15 at 7:57 pm
Posted on 12/14/15 at 7:59 pm to KarlMalonesFlipPhone
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Eataly
Haven't been to an Eataly before, but apparently Boston is finally getting one this coming year. Can't wait to try it.
Posted on 12/14/15 at 8:03 pm to titleist71
Trippy can be a great source for questions like this. Give it a shot. LINK
Posted on 12/14/15 at 8:03 pm to AbitaFan08
It's pretty incredible. Not only do they have an amazing italian market, they have multiple restaurants inside to match any budget or wants. My wife and I hit it up 3 times for lunch while in Chicago because there was so much variety.
Posted on 12/14/15 at 8:13 pm to titleist71
I have never been but Au Chevel is supposed to be great for burgers. I have a friend whose tried to go 4 times and the wait was long enough each time they didn't go.
Farmhouse was great and it was pretty easy to get a reservation. Probably the best dinner I've had in Chicago.
There are a bunch of markets where you can get some good lunches. French Market in the financial district has a ton of options. Eataly near Michigan Avenue had a great, great brisket sandwich.
Farmhouse was great and it was pretty easy to get a reservation. Probably the best dinner I've had in Chicago.
There are a bunch of markets where you can get some good lunches. French Market in the financial district has a ton of options. Eataly near Michigan Avenue had a great, great brisket sandwich.
Posted on 12/14/15 at 8:13 pm to AbitaFan08
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headed to Second City for a show
My wife mentioned going to a comedy club. How does Second City compare to similar venues?
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number of great breweries
Such as?
Posted on 12/14/15 at 8:14 pm to titleist71
Make sure you dive when they shoot at you
Posted on 12/14/15 at 8:15 pm to tigerinthebueche
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you may want to check out Mother Hubbards
Ok, thanks
Bulls and Blackhawks will both be out of town for the dates of our trip. I was disappointed
Posted on 12/14/15 at 8:18 pm to titleist71
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Girl and the Goat for dinner.
Posted on 12/14/15 at 8:21 pm to el Gaucho
au chevel is very good.
touristy old fashioned places: italian village, miller's pub, the berghof, twin anchors
newer with better food - as people said, girl and the goat is very good. la scarola very good italian food, schwa very hard to get a reservation at, supposed to be great.
grab a drink at Ceres in the bottom of the board of trade. strongest mixed drinks i've ever had. rossi's is a dive bar near where you are staying. a real dive
touristy old fashioned places: italian village, miller's pub, the berghof, twin anchors
newer with better food - as people said, girl and the goat is very good. la scarola very good italian food, schwa very hard to get a reservation at, supposed to be great.
grab a drink at Ceres in the bottom of the board of trade. strongest mixed drinks i've ever had. rossi's is a dive bar near where you are staying. a real dive
Posted on 12/14/15 at 8:21 pm to titleist71
Second city is absolutely hilarious, would definitely recommend. They have like 3 stages so there will be a bunch of shows to choose from, their revues are usually the best ones.
Posted on 12/14/15 at 8:22 pm to titleist71
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Blackhawks will both be out of town
OT baller right here.
Posted on 12/14/15 at 8:24 pm to KarlMalonesFlipPhone
also, Al's Italian Beef is much better than Portillo's. try a beef dipped with hot and sweet peppers and try a chicago style dog too.
a great deli is Perry's - only open at lunch. some of only corned beef I've had in Chicago to rival NYC
a great deli is Perry's - only open at lunch. some of only corned beef I've had in Chicago to rival NYC
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