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came here for a business dinner and started out with drinks in the bar. the waitress was nice but...
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came here for a business dinner and started out with drinks in the bar. the waitress was nice but kind of aloof and we had to flag her down for the check (about 10 minutes after we finished our drinks, you'd think she'd be all over us getting another round?). experience was much better in the restaurant. our server was knowledgeable and polite and had worked at several other locations around the country. delcious and reasonably priced seafood with TONS of selections. the fish is flown in fresh daily and they change their menu at least once a day to reflect what they have fresh on hand. it's a little pricey for me to come back often (entrees $20-$40), but I would definitely consider it for a very special occassion.
Pros: service, food quality and options
Cons: our waitress in the bar
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Trader Todd's
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Bars, Pubs & Clubs
3216 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60657
I have been going to Todd's for about 2 years now and I love it and wish I found it sooner! The...
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I have been going to Todd's for about 2 years now and I love it and wish I found it sooner! The staff is super friendly and the drinks are awesome, esp the Mai Tai! Head there before any Cubs game and have a drink or 2 before the game and hop on the Tiki Bus and get dropped off right outside Wrigley. Head back to Todd's after the game, show your ticket stub and you get a free serving of wings! Love it. They also have really good specials, and unlike most Wrigleyville area bars, they don't pull the not valid on game day stunt. I can't recomend this place enough, it is just far enough from the swarms of people after the game that you can sit with your friends and enjoy and beer and wings.
Pros: staff, food, location
Cons: hard to find parking
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Mother Hubbard's is one of the best bars I've been to watch sporting events. They've got a 16...
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Mother Hubbard's is one of the best bars I've been to watch sporting events. They've got a 16 foot tv screen taking up one of the walls and they've got 7 10 foot tv's scattered around, which is more than any other sports bar in the city! The staff here is super friendly, always partying with the crowd and getting involved with the fans. Last year during baseball season the owner passed out cubs towels to everyone. Their food is awesome too, typical bar food but great! Another plus is that this bar is on Hubbard St so if you want to venture to another bar there's plenty to choose from!
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Club Lago
Category:
Local Favorite
331 W Superior St
Chicago,
Illinois 60610
Whenever we venture downtown, we always head to Club Lago. Why wouldn't we...when it's the best...
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Whenever we venture downtown, we always head to Club Lago. Why wouldn't we...when it's the best Italian food in Chicago AND it's always consistent, the staff is attentive, friendly and accomodating and the atmosphere is easy going, yet fun. Our standard order is fried zucchini appetizer, pizza bread and red wine. We always order a pasta dish (with meat sauce) to pass around the table to share and then we each order our own veal dishes. You may ask us, which veal dish would we recommend... and we will tell you it would be a great debate in our family as to which one is the best....is it the traditional veal parmesan, veal sassi, veal rusticana, veal piccante, veal limone or breaded veal cutlet? They are all amazing and I could easily say that each of those veal dishes is the best! You must try each one and decide for yourself! If we have room we always order cannoli. It is so good!! What makes Club Lago unique is that it the kind of place you can go dressed up before a concert or play, go casual for a dinner with friends, dress in jeans to eat before a game, pop in to grab a quick bite and drinks between a wedding and the reception, have a nice lunch or dinner when you're with the kids, or go for a special occasion with your sweetheart, simply because they treat you so well in this place! The Nardini brothers are the third generation owners and I know this because I have been going there since their grandfather and their father owned the place. I am proud to say I have been eating at Club Lago for more than 35 years!! It is the real deal folks. It is truly a gem of a restaurant. If you haven't been there, you are missing out. Go and experience Club Lago! Tell them the girl from Barrington sent you and enjoy one great Italian meal in a unique atmosphere! Bon Appetit!
Pros: Real Italian food, Friendly Service, Good Prices
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Hunt Club
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
1100 N State St
Chicago,
Illinois 60610
I just moved to the new area and have to say that the Hunt Club is one of the most refreshing bars...
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I just moved to the new area and have to say that the Hunt Club is one of the most refreshing bars around my neighborhood! The staff seems to want to make their customers happy as well as the cooks. You can get anything on the menu just how you like it. (Even if you want a RARE burger) If you like to have a martini once in awhile-- You have to try key lime! A server told me it was great and i was skeptical but it was fabulous! The patio is a great place to drink and people watch and the mood is always upbeat and friendly. The name seems to throw people off but during the day and most of the night the swing doors on both sides of the bar are open to the street corner. I don't hesitate to take family and friends there, however, it is a 21 and over place so no kids. That could be a good thing though!
Pros: Key Lime Martinis!
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Bella Lounge
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
1212 N State Pkwy
Chicago,
Illinois 60611
i called bella to reserve table for my bachelor party,they were very kind and ready to assist,not...
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i called bella to reserve table for my bachelor party,they were very kind and ready to assist,not rude like crowbar.They also suggest me Empire Limo which was on their preferred vendor list.
we had lots of fun with my Buddies.Thank you bella.Neat place.
Pros: all great
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The Violet Hour
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
1520 N Damen Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60622
If you are looking for a generic drink go elsewhere. If you are looking for loud music, a crowded...
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If you are looking for a generic drink go elsewhere. If you are looking for loud music, a crowded scene or fast service, find another bar.
I had a great experience. There is no standing or cell phone usage, love it!
The drink menu is the drink menu. If you want a cape cod find a bar that specializes in stoli and cranberry juice. This bar specializes in serious mixed drinks.
For the record, I hate mixed drinks. My lady-friend and I tried most of the whiskey list. For starters, all I needed to see was the bulleit and buffalo trace to make me smile. I am a bourbon drinker. I was extremely skeptical. I drink my sauce straight, mainly because I am picky (you have no idea). I've had so many poorly made drinks that I decided to start drinking things that you can't screw up. These people make cocktails.
We started with the manhattan, it was lovely. Honestly I have no idea what the other drinks where called except for the chi-town flip. The flip is an eggnog and whiskey type drink, extremely rich which, generally I hate. This drink was wonderful, more of a (night) closer though.
The service is slow, real slow, deal. What do you expect from 2-3 tenders that serve a full bar with made from scratch super drinks. These people are mixologists, they make drinks right. Every drink was great. If you want a regular drink, this may not be worth the wait.
The server was nothing special.
Didn't try the eats though.
The low-down is the decor on the interior is a little on the lame side (aside from the bar), the service was ok (it wouldn't have hurt to come around a little more), the drinks where stellar, get there early or prepare to wait (and wait some more), the music was not loud- I could hear my date (on a friday from 8:30 to 10:30),
the high back chairs make the scene a little more private, the prices are really reasonable for the quality of drink that you get.
Go but don't be in a rush and trust that these people know what they are doing.
Pros: drinks, high back chairs, creativity, did I mention the drinks?
Cons: wait time, wait time, wait time, now you know so quit complaining
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The gage has AMAZING food, especially desserts. The service is wonderful! They constantly ask if...
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The gage has AMAZING food, especially desserts. The service is wonderful! They constantly ask if everything is ok. The entrees are always the BEST. We all got different plates tonight and everyone thought their plate was excellent.
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Jbar
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
610 N Rush St
Chicago,
Illinois 60611
Took my friends here for a party, and we had the best time. The manager was fantastic and hooked...
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Took my friends here for a party, and we had the best time. The manager was fantastic and hooked us up with a great table. The waitress was wonderful - our glasses were never empty! And the music was hot - we danced all night! This bar has a great atmosphere, and combined with the great service - this is one of my favorite bars in Chicago!!! Definitely don't miss it!
Pros: great service, great music
Cons: smaller club - fills up quickly
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Tomboy
Category:
Romantic Dining
5402 N Clark St
Chicago,
Illinois 60640
Tomboy, in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood, serves up fun yet sophisticated American food...
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Tomboy, in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood, serves up fun yet sophisticated American food with a twist. The restaurant is gorgeous and comfortable, and their drink menu is to die for, including some delicious and extravagent martinis and other cocktails.
They feature live music every Thursday and frequently offer drink and dinner specials. This is a fun place to go with a group or even on a romantic date. Service is excellent. I don't know why this restaurant isn't a bigger deal, but it is to me! Very highly suggested!
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