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I've been to a number of Asian markets in the Chicago area, and while the selection in this store doesn't quite match up to the best in Chinatown and Little Saigon, it's pretty good. Their fresh...
I've been to a number of Asian markets in the Chicago area, and while the selection in this store doesn't quite match up to the best in Chinatown and Little Saigon, it's pretty good. Their fresh produce was a little lacking, but I was still able to find some Thai birdseye chili peppers. The store is well-lighted and the aisles are wide to allow for easy access to the items on the shelves. Unexpectedly, they impose a minimum of $20 purchase for use of credit cards, which seems excessive.
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Amici is pretty easy to miss unless you're looking for it. It's at the northeast corner of Fairview and 63rd in Westmont. The deli at Amici is really exceptional, especially if you're looking for...
Amici is pretty easy to miss unless you're looking for it. It's at the northeast corner of Fairview and 63rd in Westmont. The deli at Amici is really exceptional, especially if you're looking for Italian items. There's a "take a number" system which keeps things moving, but it gets pretty busy at certain times on the weekend. They have a great selection of giardinera, sport peppers and other Italian condiments, as well as fresh bread. Highly recommended for whatever Italian food items you may need.
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Compared to other take-out/delivery only pizza chains (Little Caesar's, for example), Nancy's produces a much better product. I found Nancy's Pizzeria to be tasty, but not in the same league as...
Compared to other take-out/delivery only pizza chains (Little Caesar's, for example), Nancy's produces a much better product. I found Nancy's Pizzeria to be tasty, but not in the same league as full-service Chicago mainstays like Giordano's.
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Al's is the kind of place that you need to visit at least once. It's got a real old-school appeal. I can't say that I've had an Italian beef which is head-and-shoulders above this one. It was...
Al's is the kind of place that you need to visit at least once. It's got a real old-school appeal. I can't say that I've had an Italian beef which is head-and-shoulders above this one. It was flavorful and very juicy. Dine-in space is limited here, but in warm weather there are some seats outside. I can't say whether Al's is #1, but it's definitely in the top two or three.
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Perhaps it was the hype that I've heard about Dell Rhea's which gave me unrealistic expectations, but I was a little let down by my experience at Dell Rhea's. I went one day for the lunch buffet,...
Perhaps it was the hype that I've heard about Dell Rhea's which gave me unrealistic expectations, but I was a little let down by my experience at Dell Rhea's. I went one day for the lunch buffet, which commanded a surprisingly high price, as I recall. From what I've read, Dell Rhea's, along with White Fence Farms, offer the best fried chicken in the Chicago area (though some like to mention Harold's Chicken Shack too). The day that I went, the chicken was a little on the greasy side. The first piece was very good, while the second piece was merely adequate. I left feeling full but with a sense that I hadn't received my money's worth. I'll probably give it another shot, as it enjoys a very good reputation, but I'll order from the menu instead of the buffet.
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I'm originally from Kansas City where BBQ is something approaching an obsession. I went to Uncle Bub's once and had the pulled pork, a specialty which is more typical of North Carolina BBQ than KC....
I'm originally from Kansas City where BBQ is something approaching an obsession. I went to Uncle Bub's once and had the pulled pork, a specialty which is more typical of North Carolina BBQ than KC. I really enjoyed it. The meat was really flavorful and the sauce was nice as well.
The only real negative to Uncle Bub's is the strange floorplan. Suffice it to say that it's pretty easy to get lost upon entering the restaurant for a first time guest. I wonder whether this is the result of an addition to the building at some point in the past, but the main entrance puts you in the middle of the dining area with no sight-lines to the ordering counter. Follow the signs and you should be OK, though.
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Taco Express commands a great location right across the street from the train station in Westmont. It is a no-frills place with authentic fare. I felt the prices were somewhat high compared to other...
Taco Express commands a great location right across the street from the train station in Westmont. It is a no-frills place with authentic fare. I felt the prices were somewhat high compared to other similar places in Westmont (Taqueria el Pulpo, for one). Still, it's a great place to catch a bite before hopping on the train.
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There's really something for every breakfast taste at the Harvest Pancake House. I can personally attest to their omelettes, but others in my dining party enjoyed their pancakes very much. This is...
There's really something for every breakfast taste at the Harvest Pancake House. I can personally attest to their omelettes, but others in my dining party enjoyed their pancakes very much. This is definitely not a diner - it's much more of a sit-down restaurant, though fairly casual. There is plenty of seating, but it does seem to get pretty busy on weekend mornings.
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I can't believe I didn't try this grocery store sooner. Often times, ethnic grocery stores seem to charge more for typical items than the big chains, but the Westbrook market is an exception to this...
I can't believe I didn't try this grocery store sooner. Often times, ethnic grocery stores seem to charge more for typical items than the big chains, but the Westbrook market is an exception to this rule. I have been very impressed with their produce section, which has fruit and veggie choices outside of the American mainstream. Their deli offers good variety, including imported items like prosciutto di parma. Their seafood/shellfish is mostly frozen, but they do have "choose 'em yourself" live crabs regularly. If you live within 15 minutes of 63rd and Cass, this market is worth a try.
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Dr. Chirban recently saw me on short notice for a broken tooth (called Friday, got an appt. for Monday AM). She was very understanding, gentle and patient with me, despite my dentist anxiety. I can...
Dr. Chirban recently saw me on short notice for a broken tooth (called Friday, got an appt. for Monday AM). She was very understanding, gentle and patient with me, despite my dentist anxiety. I can recommend her without hesitation.
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