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Check out Brown Elephant stores. They're all over the city, check them out at http://www.howardbrown.org/hb_brownelephant.asp?id=58
Generally I like the boystown location best, it's a very large...
Check out Brown Elephant stores. They're all over the city, check them out at http://www.howardbrown.org/hb_brownelephant.asp?id=58
Generally I like the boystown location best, it's a very large store, and has a great selection. I've a friend who has found a Coach purse there and at another location I found an Armani sweater. Of course, there's plenty that's not name brand and still quality.
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With so many grocery stores selling almost-rotten produce, it's refreshing to find Stanley's. They always have a wide selection and the fruit and veggies are in great condition, always being...
With so many grocery stores selling almost-rotten produce, it's refreshing to find Stanley's. They always have a wide selection and the fruit and veggies are in great condition, always being restocked. Prices are exccellent on most items and they've recently expanded for more organic items. It's a great find.
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Yes, F&O is a pricey market, but it has some of the best gourmet products you'll find in a great atmosphere. Clerks are very helpful, and their puddings and pre-prepared foods are phenomenal. There...
Yes, F&O is a pricey market, but it has some of the best gourmet products you'll find in a great atmosphere. Clerks are very helpful, and their puddings and pre-prepared foods are phenomenal. There is a fresh olive bar, olive oil and vinegar tasting stations, as well as a wide selection of cheeses and wines, chocolates and baked goods.
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This place is a dream if you're looking for semi-precious stones or all manner of geodes and other rocks... the place is absolutely stocked with everything you'd ever want, and has things for kids...
This place is a dream if you're looking for semi-precious stones or all manner of geodes and other rocks... the place is absolutely stocked with everything you'd ever want, and has things for kids and adults. It's also great for jewelry stones and finished pieces. Prices are not outrageous and you'll even find shark's teeth and dinosaur bones. It's a unique find.
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This is your standard pub fare in an old firehouse - a great location with *gasp!* parking, but the food won't overwhelm you. It's good, not great, and probably a fun spot on weekend nights, but...
This is your standard pub fare in an old firehouse - a great location with *gasp!* parking, but the food won't overwhelm you. It's good, not great, and probably a fun spot on weekend nights, but overall not a big wower.
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I've been to almost every Flat Top in the Chicago area, and next to the one on Washington [West Loop], this one stands out as being similarly great. Service was friendly, even giving free bowls of...
I've been to almost every Flat Top in the Chicago area, and next to the one on Washington [West Loop], this one stands out as being similarly great. Service was friendly, even giving free bowls of chips and jalapeno plum sauce. As per usual, the ingredients were fresh. Service was a bit slow on a Thursday night, but it's a huge place, which is different than other locations that are small and cozier. Still, a great place to feed your stir fry needs.
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This is one of the better tapas places I've visited, with predictably good dishes all-around. But the wait to get a table was over an hour, one of the hostesses was rude about it ["just go get...
This is one of the better tapas places I've visited, with predictably good dishes all-around. But the wait to get a table was over an hour, one of the hostesses was rude about it ["just go get appetizers or something!"] and the sangria was weak.
I'd likely go back on an off night, for good food and less wait.
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Pepper Canister doesn't have a hugely varying menu, but they do have unique stuffs like wraps and Scotch eggs [a must try!]. It's good for a unique outing to a bar, with some more inventive...
Pepper Canister doesn't have a hugely varying menu, but they do have unique stuffs like wraps and Scotch eggs [a must try!]. It's good for a unique outing to a bar, with some more inventive foodstuffs.
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I'll have to admit, the big draw here is the great atmosphere and stunning decor. It's almost too cool to be a sushi restaurant. The sushi is good, nothing that will blow you away, but staff is...
I'll have to admit, the big draw here is the great atmosphere and stunning decor. It's almost too cool to be a sushi restaurant. The sushi is good, nothing that will blow you away, but staff is knowledgable and friendly. Drinks are exellent if predictably pricey.
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This bakery is a great find, tucked away on Clark. The cakes look great [haven't tried them YET] and the cookies are absolutely wonderful. Sandwiches are also a great find - great for an offbeat...
This bakery is a great find, tucked away on Clark. The cakes look great [haven't tried them YET] and the cookies are absolutely wonderful. Sandwiches are also a great find - great for an offbeat lunch or dinner. Free wireless is available here too so chances are, you'll be there for a long time, trying everything in site. Staff is also friendly.
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