Thought we’d point you all out to a great blog we just found.  Food trucks can be tough to get to in the city, so this is great.  Follow and enjoy!

http://foodtruckgroupie.tumblr.com/

2720 River Rd
River Grove, IL 60171

#1 in the country!  That’s right, the top rated hot dog in the nation is located in River Grove, right next to Hala Kahiki.  These dogs taste amazing whether you’re tipsy or sober and hungry.  Here’s a tip: eat the hot dog with the fries in it.

Loyal to Chicago tradition, Gene’s & Jude’s does not serve ketchup.  Don’t even think about asking for it, because rumors say they’ll spray you with a bottle.  If you really need your tomato paste, the McDonald’s next door sells packets for 35 cents!

The Bracket

The Wall of Triumph

The Dog

http://www.yelp.com/biz/gene-and-judes-red-hot-stand-river-grove

2834 River Road
River Grove, IL

If you’re into a more relaxed bar scene; enjoy odd, Hawaiian decor; or secretly love fruity and colorful drinks, but don’t want your buddies to know, then Hala Kahiki is the place to go.  Located in River Grove, Hala Kahiki will take you to a tropical paradise even in the dead of winter.  

There’s a few things you should know about this place.  It’s constantly packed, the drinks are average price (about $6), and they have a large menu of fruity beverages.  These drinks are much better than your run-of-the-mill Chili’s margarita.  Also, they are very strong.  Watch out for The Zombie, because it will probably turn you into a zombie after one serving.

Hawaiian Sunset (short) and Zombies (tall)

Peach Daiquiri

Tiger Shark Martini (garnished with a shark gummy)

Chief Calabash (coconutty)

Key Lime Martini

Cheers!

http://www.hala-kahiki.com/ 

After a long semester, we’re back to help all you foodies out there in Chicago.  We tried out several places in the last few months and we’re sure you guys do too, so let us know what you think and we’ll begin posting your suggestions again!  We’ll start out with two of our favorite places to go for a more chill and relaxed evening.  

thedoughnutvault:

In anticipation of the double-chocolate-yellow-cake-doughnut-with-chocolate-sprinkles special coming up on Saturday, we have a sneak peek for you here. Ready. Set. Drool! The yellow cake inside even has chocolate sprinkles baked in

400 1/2 N Franklin
Chicago, IL 60654
Neighborhoods: Near North Side, River North

Light, fluffy, fresh, and delicious.  If these words appeal to you then Doughnut Vault is right for you.  The lines are long, and you have to get there early before they sell out, but it’s totally worth it.  When they sell out they’re done for the day, so try to get there before they’re gone!

The Line (8:30 AM)

The building can only hold about 5 people

Ginger Stack

Hazelnut 

Buttermilk

Chocolate Glaze

http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-doughnut-vault-chicago