February 2012
2 posts
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Chicago Food Truck Blog
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/
January 2012
6 posts
touchmykneesbutt asked: My favorite place in all of Chicago is Tuscany on Taylor Street. They make a garlic paste for the bread that is making my mouth water as I type it.
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Gene & Jude's Review
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....
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Hala Kahiki Review
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...
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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.
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Saturday Special Sneak Peek
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
June 2011
1 post
May 2011
2 posts
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The Doughnut Vault Review
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...
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IT'S BACK
April 2011
14 posts
efffervescentchicago asked: Just a few suggestions :)
http://lauryneffie.com/post/4682202800/bigjill-asked
http://lauryneffie.com/post/4682202800/bigjill-asked
kellyfromthecity2 asked: For the sandwich enthusiast, or heck, anyone who likes eating amazing sandwiches, I highly recommend Ba Le, which is a French-influenced Vietnamese style sandwich shop on Broadway and Argyle. They have a huge variety of sandwiches, but they're all delicious.
girlwithcake asked: Whenever I'm in Chicago (or actually anywhere within 100 miles of it), I swing by (or go out of my way for) delicious vegan/vegetarian cuisine from The Chicago Diner. This has been a tradition since before I committed to being a vegetarian, because this food is just ridiculously incredible, which is usually a distinction I reserve for food that contains bacon...... check 'em out if you...
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The Athenian Room Review
807 W Webster Ave (between Dayton St & Halsted St) Chicago, IL 60614
Opa! If you want some amazing Greek food for a good price, the Athenian Room is the place to go. Not only is this restaurant one of our favorite places to chow down, but it is also endorsed by Tina Fey! It’s just that good.
There are 2 major reasons this restaurant is so popular.
1.) Kalamata Chicken
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jpobocan asked: You guys should hit up Tiny Lounge 4352 N Leavitt Ave , in North Center, for some Tiny Burgers & Truffle Fries. It's so good! So, so good! p.s. i may be biased because i used to work there, but i miss the food so much!
dannytomkins asked: Have you been to Fat Johnnie's Famous Red Hots on 73rd and Western? They got these this thing called "The Mighty Dog" and it's truly an abomination against all laws of nature.
Thank you all for your suggestions! We’ve been following them and have not been disappointed by any of these restaurants. Apparently Chicagoans have great taste in food! Pun intended.
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Xoco Review
449 N Clark St Chicago, IL 60654
South American cuisine and sandwiches…mmmmm. Xoco (pronounced Cho-Ko) is moderately priced and extremely delicious, not to mention it’s owned by the famous Rick Bayless. The sandwiches/ tortas are wood grilled and the drinks are amazing. We recommend you try the cucumber, lemonade and lime drink because it’s very refreshing.
We tried...
wikiradical-deactivated20130222 asked: Hey- you guys should head over to Yummy Yummy Asian Cuisine (2901 N Broadway) for some delicious food and awesome bubble teas- as well as a wide selection of some of the tastiest vegan food I've ever tried.
rhapsodyoflia asked: I hope you tried my other suggestions, but here's some more: Spacca Napoli (the owner had the bricks for the pizza oven shipped from Italy), Pannenkoeken Cafe (Dutch pancakes, cute place, adorable chef), Urban Belly (ramen with a kick).
Happy eating!!
Happy eating!!
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Hot Doug's Review
3324 N California Ave (between Henderson St & Roscoe St) Chicago, IL 60618
Hot Doug’s needs no introduction. If you’re a Chicagoan and haven’t eaten here, shame on you. Out of towners will eventually hear its name from the Food Network. Most of you have probably heard of this place, so we’ll just cut to the chase…
So many wieners, so many choices,...
passiveaggressivepositivity asked: Some of my favorite places in Lakeview:
The Pick Me Up Cafe (Clark and Roscoe)
S&G Restaurant (Lincoln and Southport)
Looseleaf Lounge (Broadway and Surf)
Stella's Diner (Broadway near Belmont, I think it's Barry?)
Yen's Chinese (Clark near Diversey)
The Pick Me Up Cafe (Clark and Roscoe)
S&G Restaurant (Lincoln and Southport)
Looseleaf Lounge (Broadway and Surf)
Stella's Diner (Broadway near Belmont, I think it's Barry?)
Yen's Chinese (Clark near Diversey)
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Suggestions!
Hey guys! We still have more restaurants to post, but we’re beginning to run out of ideas of where to head next. If you have any suggestions for dining establishments we’d love to hear them! We’ll even post up your suggestions and give you props if we get to review the restaurant! Ain’t that somethin?
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Margie's Candies Review
1960 N Western Ave (between Armitage Ave & Milwaukee Ave) Chicago, IL 60647
The weather is getting warmer and that means that there’s finally a good excuse to go out for ice cream, and we highly recommend Margie’s Candies for your frozen dairy needs! Margie’s mixes the best two flavors out there; cheap and delicious. They’re also open late for anybody that...
March 2011
1 post
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The Wormhole Review
1462 N Milwaukee Ave (between Evergreen Ave & Honore St) Chicago, IL 60622
Are you a coffee, 80’s, 90’s, movies, nostalgia, Back to the Future, Star Wars, video games, action figure, DeLorean, time travel, time traveling DeLorean fan or all of the above? Then The Wormhole is the coffee shop for you! This place is the perfect place to satisfy your coffee and inner-nerd...
February 2011
21 posts
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Sorry Giordano's Fans →
At least Lou Malnati’s is still going strong!
riceboxboy asked: What's your favorite place to get bubble tea??
tobecontinued- asked: i recommended you :]
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Lawrence Fish Market Review
3914 W Lawrence Ave (between Harding Ave & Springfield Ave) Chicago, IL 60625
Lawrence Fish Market may look like a dump, but don’t be put off by its rustic decor. This place contains some of the best sushi in the city, and we’ve tried a LOT of sushi.
First you should know a couple of things about this place; it’s small, it’s takeout only, and they serve...
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Thanks to fuckyeahchicago for promoting us! If you love Chicago, you’ll love that blog. Also, we’ll have another review up tomorrow!
cocobeane asked: I'm a huge fan of cheap, tasty Mexican food that doesn't make your guts explode, and I highly recommend Flaco's Tacos. It's in the south loop, but they're currently working on a second location near Loyola's water tower campus. Their tacos (with onion, cilantro, and lime, in a corn tortilla) are $2.50 each, and their guac is also pretty tasty...plus they make their...
icaninsideneon asked: This blog is so great! My boyfriend and I are big foodies (we both go to the University of Chicago), and we love to go into the city for two places to eat: Fogo de Chao and The Chicago Diner. Fogo de Chao is a Brazilian steakhouse with all-you-can-eat meat that is next to godliness on LaSalle and Chicago, and The Chicago Diner is a cute vegan diner in Lakeview on Halsted that does the best gnocchi...
thedayisbrave asked: Italian Village is great! I just went there last weekend with a few friends. The atmosphere is wonderful, decorated like an Italian courtyard with a starry sky, and the food was delicious. Definitely try it!
sourcrepes asked: Try Stellas, on Barry/Broadway in Lakeview. The owner and his wife are the coolest people, and the egg skillets are a-mazing. I seriously ate three in one week, it was kind of a problem. Also, they have great shakes, I had the butterfinger one last time, mm mm mm.
n1namar13 asked: Sushi Samba on N. Wells is amazing. It's a brazilian and japanese fusion restaurant. I went there for my birthday last year. So yummy and the inside looks amazing. The only downside is that it's kind of expensive, but it's worth it! You have to check it out, Ate! :)
mattislike-deactivated20110320- asked: Italian Village, have you guys been? My friend's been trying to get me to go for a while now and my curiousity has been peaked recently.
pineboxes asked: If you love burgers and good beer, I'd check out Bar On Buena. It's at Broadway and Buena in Buena Park. The burger isn't as awesome as Kumas, but it's a definite close favorite. Their kitchen can only fit 2 people, their beer menu is ever-changing and awesome, and 70 different kinds of whiskey. I recommend the B.O.B burger with Red Dragon Cheddar, Pancetta and a Fried egg or...
failurefascination asked: Clarke's on Belmont. I eat there more than I probably should. The North Shore potatoes are amazing. And they have the best cherry coke in the city.
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raaaaachael asked: I saw your blog on fuckyeahchicago and got so excited. I'm from chicago, well technically the suburbs, and am currently at ISU. One of the things I miss most from home is the delicious food. When I saw Mario's on your page I knew this tumblr was a keeper! I plan on adding suggestions soon and look forward to seeing this blog grow!
classicrunaway asked: Kuma's!
rhapsodyoflia asked: Hi! This blog made me really excited since I'm originally from Chicago and come from a foodie family. Living in LA right now, but I'm already psyched to check out some of those pizza places when I get home for the summer. If you haven't already, check out Sola on Lincoln Ave. (Hawaiian influence but also try the truffle parmesan fries) and Sun Wah (on Broadway I think) for the...
ohmalarkey asked: I'm a Chicago foodie and the one place I can't recommend enough for your blog is HOT DOUG'S!!! http://www.hotdougs.com/
williammichaelsjr asked: You are going to be so damn useful when I move to Chicago. Don't stop!!
shazadkhan asked: i recommend some places on devon, near west rogers park...Khan BBQ, Anmol, Usmania...Khan BBQ is the one I usually go to.
Also Susie's on Montrose and Elston is good.
:D
Also Susie's on Montrose and Elston is good.
:D
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Ian's Pizza Review
3463 N Clark St (between Sheffield Ave & Newport Ave) Chicago, IL 60657
If you’re tired of the same old pizza toppings (pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, pineapples, etc, etc) look no further than Ian’s Pizza on Clark. This place has got it all, from Mac and Cheese pizza to Smores toppings. They’ve also got Lasagna, Pot Pie, Spicy Burrito, Taco, Pesto, and Barbque...
December 2010
1 post
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Ethiopian Diamond II Review
7537 N Clark St. Chicago, IL 60626
If you want to try some exotic (and delicious) Ethiopian cuisine this is the place to go. The food is tasty and great quality and the service is superb. We try to make it out here every couple of months to gorge, but will stop by more often for a pot of their roasted coffee. Also, their coffee is the best coffee we have ever had!
Before coming here...
November 2010
3 posts
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Mario's Italian Lemonade Review
1068 W Taylor St. Chicago, IL 60607
Hands down, Mario’s has THE BEST Italian Lemonade we have ever had. In fact, they probably have one of the most refreshing concoctions ever known to man. Jonathan would go here every day, but the problem is they’re only open during the summer.
This place is dirt cheap, so sometimes we’d make a trip during lunch and after dinner....
