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Joie De Vine
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Bars, Pubs & Clubs
1744 W Balmoral Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60640
Joie de Vine is the perfect little wine bar, nestled right in a small strip of stores (three) in a...
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Joie de Vine is the perfect little wine bar, nestled right in a small strip of stores (three) in a residential neighborhood near Ravenswood and West Edgewater. The interior is sleek and modern yet comfortable, with couches and other movable seats and tables. The bar runs the length of nearly the entire building and is flanked by cool wine racks that run up to the ceiling.The wine list is fairly extensive for this small-sized wine bar, and the prices are really reasonable, considering the high quality of the wines and their diversity. They also offer several small cheese and meat flights to accompany both red and white wines. The bartenders are attentive and friendly and are happy to make suggestions and other customers are friendly as well. This is a great place, a hidden gem!
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Took my sister-in-law for her birthday, had a great time. It was like going to an downtown night...
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Took my sister-in-law for her birthday, had a great time. It was like going to an downtown night club for half the price. There was even a DJ on the outside observation deck on top of the boat. Dancing the night away with the chicago skyline in the backround really made this night special. I plan on going again if I can ever find a girlfriend. I would describe this a the ultimate downtown clubbing experience.
Pros: Cheap price, good food, great service.
Cons: Parking at the pier could be a little tight.
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In Fine Spirits
Category:
Restaurants
5420 N Clark St
Chicago,
Illinois 60640
Finally you don't have to be overwhelmed with the selection at large liquor store or pretend like...
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Finally you don't have to be overwhelmed with the selection at large liquor store or pretend like you know enough to go into a speciality wine shop. In Fine Spirits is a small independently run wine shop that is worth going to. The staff tries every wine that they sell so it is like going to pick up a bottle that your friend recommends. They are helpful and not at all snobby. There is a section that is great wines for $12.00 or under, so I visit often. There is also a wine bar next door that just opened and is also great!
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Fabulous neighborhood place that is a hidden gem! Great DJ's, especially when Damien and Friends...
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Fabulous neighborhood place that is a hidden gem! Great DJ's, especially when Damien and Friends are there housin' it up!!! Bartenders are super friendly and make drinks that will keep you coming back for more :)
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Poitinstil
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
1502 W Jarvis Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60626
The map on this web site shows Poitin Still in the wrong location!!!! It is actually six blocks...
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The map on this web site shows Poitin Still in the wrong location!!!! It is actually six blocks North and one block East of where it is shown on this map. It is located a 1/2 block East of the Jarvis L station. NW corner of Jarvis and Greenview. 4/27/08 JDS
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M Lounge
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
1520 S Wabash Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60605
I went to the M Lounge site unseen, strictly based off of comunication with the manager, and the...
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I went to the M Lounge site unseen, strictly based off of comunication with the manager, and the user reviews. I loved it!! I reserved the sitting area for 10 on a Saturday to celebrate my 25th birthday, the service and atmosphere was awesome. The drinks were the best (not watered down), and well worth the price. I will definitely go again.
Cons: One single bathroom for the ladies
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Agave Bar & Grill
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
3115 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60657
This is a great restaurant! I have eaten here on multiple occasions as it's in my neighborhood. ...
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This is a great restaurant! I have eaten here on multiple occasions as it's in my neighborhood. Wow- I LOVE the guacamole, and I especially love the skirt steak. The service (something I have not commented on much in my other reviews) is outstanding every time- I don't know how they find such incredibly nice/efficient waiters. I went to one of their special tequila dinners (held monthly or quarterly)- the food was so tasty without being overly spicy.
Pros: Service, guacamole, food
Cons: parking can be a little trying
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Many different beer selections in this neighborhood bar. Great to go in and watch a sporting...
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Many different beer selections in this neighborhood bar. Great to go in and watch a sporting event. Staff is very accomadating. They have always tried to find whatever sporing event I wanted to watch on 1 of their TVs. Good bar food. I tried a Ryan Burger. You will not find anything else like this in the city. Overall very friendly place.
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The Ashland
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
2824 N Ashland Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60657
This place is the most comfortable, easy going bar I've been to in a LONG time! The bartenders...
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This place is the most comfortable, easy going bar I've been to in a LONG time! The bartenders know your name, and each night has awesome specials on microbrews and specialized martinis! Also, they have karaoke on Thurs. nights, and you can come in ANY time to play Rock Band on the XBox or the Wii. So Fun!! I went there for the last debate, and it was so fun! I hear they're having a major party for the election! It's so nice to finally find a bar that's so diverse with it's artful graffiti outside, and it's fun diverse crowd and bartenders in the inside! It rules.
Pros: ambience, friendliness, drink specials, unique events
Cons: no food but you can order out or BYOF
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Koda Bistro
Category:
Family Restaurants
10352 S Western Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60643
Tasteful atmosphere and fabulous selection. The food is tasty and plentiful. The wine is a bit...
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Tasteful atmosphere and fabulous selection. The food is tasty and plentiful. The wine is a bit pricey, but the selection is ample. Parking is easy and in a very good neighborhood, much better and safer than I've experienced on the Northside.
Pros: Menu is diverse and provides many interesting choices
Cons: Drinks are a bit pricey
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