|
Starbucks Coffee
Category:
Coffee Shops
1070 W Bryn Mawr Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60660
(773) 271-1998
Starbucks has become a household name now. It is so common it is almost sickening. But there are a...
More
Starbucks has become a household name now. It is so common it is almost sickening. But there are a few things here that are hard to find anywhere else! The cafe mocha drink here is so good and I have yet to find anyplace else that can make it as good. On a daily basis though, it does get quite expensive. But what can you do? Life has almost become dependent on this huge chain.
Hide
|
|
Starbucks Coffee
Category:
Food Service By Name
750 N Franklin St
Chicago,
Illinois 60610
(773) 274-0092
This is my favorite Starbucks in Chicago, and the only one in the city that I will even step into....
More
This is my favorite Starbucks in Chicago, and the only one in the city that I will even step into. They have their own satellite radio station, something like "Starbucks Radio." The station plays one of the smoothest mixes of music I've ever heard. Only problem is that if you go there for a couple days in a row, you'll begin to hear a pattern of the same songs. Still there's something special about being able to hear Aretha Franklin, Frank Sinatra, Spanish Rock and NIck Drake all in the time it takes you to drink a grande half caf low fat soy latte.
This Starbucks is in the heart of the gallery district (River North area).I've heard great things about their free Saturday morning gallery walk. They have great art on the walls, interesting clientèle and a groovy staff that will often sing along with the music. They've got their regulars, and I may be considered one of them because I'm there at least 3 times a week. I usually get there around 6:15 and am able to mellow out a little before work starts.
I give this place 5 stars because of the music. But I must say that they do know how to brew coffee here too. This is not your typical Starbucks, the coffee is pretty good here. And again, they'll serve you in a mug if you ask and give you a free refill if you are nice.
Hide
|
|
Bar Stools and Chairs
Category:
Restaurant Equip & Supplies
1658 N Milwaukee #534
Chicago,
Illinois 60647
(773) 913-2559
Good: They were efficient and knew the bar stools well.. Bad: I wish they were out of state so I...
More 1 year ago
Good: They were efficient and knew the bar stools well.. Bad: I wish they were out of state so I could avoid sales tax. Although I guess the money I saved on shipping made up for it.. Improvements: I wish they would offer quantity pricing on their website. I had to call up to get better pricing..
Hide
|
|
Richardson Seating
Category:
Restaurant Equip & Supplies
2545 W Arthington St
Chicago,
Illinois 60612
(312) 829-4040
Good: The upholstery work was fantastic. The seams are all straight and the bar stools don't...
More 1 year ago
Good: The upholstery work was fantastic. The seams are all straight and the bar stools don't wobble at all.. Bad: I would have preferred to buy direct.. Improvements: It would be nice if they could offer more items since the quality is so good..
Hide
|
|
Hackney's
Category:
Restaurant Equip & Supplies
733 S Dearborn St
Chicago,
Illinois 60605
(312) 461-1116
Hackney’s is a popular place along Printers Row for a beer and a burger. You have to order an...
More
Hackney’s is a popular place along Printers Row for a beer and a burger. You have to order an onion loaf, which is sort of like a mad scientist version of those fried onions in a canister. Even a small order is a huge hunk of onions. I have had the burgers made from beef, turkey, and buffalo.
Hide
|
|
Calo Ristorante
Category:
Pizza Restaurants
5343 N Clark St
Chicago,
Illinois 60640
(773) 271-7680
Few places that offer delivery of their food items are good enough that you would actually want to...
More
Few places that offer delivery of their food items are good enough that you would actually want to go and sit down at their restaurant. This place seems to be the exception to that rule. Calo's food is great delivered, but they also have a nice dining room and good service. The pizza is actually pretty decent and so are their other Italian entrées. I also highly recommend the antipasto. It's easy to get carried away here and want to order way more than you have room for!
Hide
|
|
So many wonderful stores and restaurants are closing down all the time. It breaks my heart when I...
More
So many wonderful stores and restaurants are closing down all the time. It breaks my heart when I see a favorite place going out of business. This is one little restaurant that deserves your attention. They make some of the best broasted chicken I have ever tasted, along with great fries and other side items. The people who work here are very friendly and welcoming. A modest but cozy dining area, but mostly you get it to go. A popular spot for Chicago's men in blue.
Hide
|
|
China Kitchen
Category:
Restaurants
3463 N Clark St
Chicago,
Illinois 60657
(773) 525-6026
This is one of my favorite places to eat Chinese food at near the city. They have a great menu and...
More
This is one of my favorite places to eat Chinese food at near the city. They have a great menu and there's lots great specials on it. For their appetizers, the crab rangoon are the best. They have a lot of entrees too, but my favorite is the sesame beef. Its so flavorful and fresh. The service here is okay, it can be slow at times but the great food definitely makes up for that. Make sure to check their website before you for some money saving coupons (we got a free appetizer coupon last time).
Hide
|
|
This restaurant does not look real nice from the exterior. Its an okay restaurant from the...
More
This restaurant does not look real nice from the exterior. Its an okay restaurant from the inside. But the food is really good here. You will usually find people here who live around the area. The pancakes and coffee are really good. All the breakfast items are pretty good. This is a great place to go out on a weekend morning with the family. The food here is made real fresh. I like cut fruit a lot too. The tea and coffee is real good and freshly brewed. I think it should be given a try.
Hide
|
|
The Berghoff
Category:
Restaurants
17 W Adams St
Chicago,
Illinois 60603
(312) 427-7399
I just heard on the radio yesterday that this great Chicago institution is closing in Feburary...
More
I just heard on the radio yesterday that this great Chicago institution is closing in Feburary '06. That is so sad; another fixture of Chicago bites the dust.
This is a wonderful German-American restaurant that I have been going to since I was a kid. Its downtown location made it convenient for lunch while visiting the Art Institute or anything else downtown, or dinner before the theatre.
It has real career waiters, walnut walls, classic moderately priced meals. It is one of those reliable old places that always produced a good meal at a good price with decent service.
I remember going to the bar when I turned old enough to drink and happily quaffing the house dark beer.
Go quick!
http://berghoff.com/
Hide
|