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Service is nothing special and I always feel rushed by the servers. Food is also nothing special; it holds mass appeal and comes in massive quantities and is always massively disappointing. The...
Service is nothing special and I always feel rushed by the servers. Food is also nothing special; it holds mass appeal and comes in massive quantities and is always massively disappointing. The dark interior makes it difficult to see what you are eating, which is something I like to do and assume most others do too.
However, under mounds of whip cream, they actually serve a sumptuous cheesecake--which you can get to go from the front counter.
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"Perfect for whole beans, ground coffee, and loose tea; a purchase of beans or leaves also gets you a free cup of coffee. All the roasts are good, but the Kona is best (and most expensive). The...
"Perfect for whole beans, ground coffee, and loose tea; a purchase of beans or leaves also gets you a free cup of coffee. All the roasts are good, but the Kona is best (and most expensive). The espresso drinks are okay, and better than Starbucks, but not to die for.
THey also sell many coffee accoutrement, so if you have an Italian stovetop espresso maker, for instance, you can get your rubber rings here.
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This is the original Potbelly's and it still has the best vibe! This is the place you need to take visitors. The interior seems comfortably put together, and not "standardized" like the other...
This is the original Potbelly's and it still has the best vibe! This is the place you need to take visitors. The interior seems comfortably put together, and not "standardized" like the other chains.
I could eat here everyday, although I could only eat a Wreck every other day!
The smoothies and shakes are good enough to stand on their own.
Live and local music occasionally.
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The fire is a cozy touch, and goes well with the "accessorized" bar/comfort food (think burgers with salads, twelve dollar pasta, etc.). Drink prices are comparatively expensive, therefore I would...
The fire is a cozy touch, and goes well with the "accessorized" bar/comfort food (think burgers with salads, twelve dollar pasta, etc.). Drink prices are comparatively expensive, therefore I would not go here to get my "drink on," but for a nice meal with friends, or even my mom, Uncommon Ground is ideal.
Parking is okay, but mostly metered in this neighborhood.
The waiters are also okay, but they don't stand-out.
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Wildfire
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Food & Dining
159 W. Erie St.
Chicago, Illinois 60601
(312) 787-9000
Wildfire is mediocre, in service and food. Highly attractive to out-of-towners, the food is still decent in taste and portion but overpriced. THere are better steak places.
I have really been...
Wildfire is mediocre, in service and food. Highly attractive to out-of-towners, the food is still decent in taste and portion but overpriced. THere are better steak places.
I have really been disappointed in the service--the servers seem tired and/or bored. My girlfriends and I went recently and felt like we were being ignored--and no one around us seemed to be getting "special treatment" either so I'm not sure where our server was diverting his energy to.
The wine selection, on the other hand, is solid.
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The food was just okay; i went in expecting gourmet portions, but the servings seemed like sample sizes. THe fish was very fresh, however. I recommend the Ahi Tuna Steak Tartare
I would go back...
The food was just okay; i went in expecting gourmet portions, but the servings seemed like sample sizes. THe fish was very fresh, however. I recommend the Ahi Tuna Steak Tartare
I would go back for a drink at the bar. Wine was expensive, but very good--the Maderia was superb. Also, the bathrooms and decor overall was very soothing and modern.
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The Goat Cheese and Sweet Potato Puree are delicious! But my favorite is the salmon salad which goes well with the 1/2 price wine deal on Tuesdays/Thursdays
Sidewalk seating during the warm...
The Goat Cheese and Sweet Potato Puree are delicious! But my favorite is the salmon salad which goes well with the 1/2 price wine deal on Tuesdays/Thursdays
Sidewalk seating during the warm months--very nice later at night when traffic is sparse. Brunch is a very busy time, and this place serves a lot of families
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Great lattes that go well with the chocolate chip and oat with walnut cookies.
The prices are better than most bakeries and there's something for every sweet tooth: chocolate, caramel, sweets,...
Great lattes that go well with the chocolate chip and oat with walnut cookies.
The prices are better than most bakeries and there's something for every sweet tooth: chocolate, caramel, sweets, sours, etc. Cakes made to order in many sizes/styles--perfect for a unique birthday. They range from $25-60 or more.
Obviously, this place is busy on the weekends, but the mornings see a steady stream of people too.
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For such a small, relaxed cafe, the food is priced a little high ($15 for sandwich, drink and tip). Tea selection is great, although I would suggest avoiding the smoky-flavored teas,...
For such a small, relaxed cafe, the food is priced a little high ($15 for sandwich, drink and tip). Tea selection is great, although I would suggest avoiding the smoky-flavored teas, lapsang-souchong (?). They can overpower your tastebuds.
Seating on the main floor is cramped and limited, and the tables are small.
It's good but not good enough to make me crave it.
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The MCA has many unique offerings, the current one being Andy Warhol (until June, I think). But a few years ago they had an amazing exhibit focused on Mies Van der Rohe. For such a small space,...
The MCA has many unique offerings, the current one being Andy Warhol (until June, I think). But a few years ago they had an amazing exhibit focused on Mies Van der Rohe. For such a small space, the MCA manages to offer stellar works and extremely cohesive exhibits.
There is also a theater space at the MCA, as well as a farmer's market during the summer months, typically one day during the week.
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