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The Capital Grille
Mar 1, 2007
Capital Grille is Top Shelf
This place is defintiely top shelf so if you don’t want to feel a little weird make sure you’re dressed nicely. I showed up in “entrepreneur” clothes (t-shirt and jeans) since I didn’t know how fancy it was. Anyhow, the place is not pretentious and the food is great. I can’t say too much since I was there for a business meeting and didn’t focus too much on the atmosphere but I’d recommend it.
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The Grille's Signature Cheeseburger
This is was great burger. I have had some good ones in my time but this would make the top 3 hands down. It almost doesn’t need to have any toppings because the meat is so good. I can’t say mush more than this is one of the must eat burgers in Chicago.
- I came here for
- a business meeting
- My meal cost
- between $10 and $25
- I tipped
- more than 18%
Muskie's Hamburgers
Mar 1, 2007
Muskie's is Straight out of the 50s
And I love it! Muskie’s is a little Hambruger hut out of the 50s that still serves things like malts and root beer floats (and killer milk shakes). They also do all their burgers and dogs to order for less than you’d sped at a fast food place. A sign of a good burger hut is always handcut fries and Muskie’s doesn’t disappoint on that front either. You’ve gotta check this place out.
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Single Char (Hamburger)
Muskie’s always does a great job with their burgers. They cook to order over an open flame (yup – it’s char broiled for real unlike BK) and can top the burgers with the usual lettuce, tomato, cheese, ketchup, mustard, etc. They also throw in a pickle. Great burger and it is under $4 (by a long shot). Can’t beat it!
- I came here for
- a meal on the go
- My meal cost
- less than $10
- I tipped
- no comment
Joey's Brickhouse
Mar 1, 2007
Gotta Love da Brickhouse
Joey’s Brickhouse is my kind of restaurant. You get gourmet quality “regular” food in a relaxed (not snuity) atmosphere and the place is just fun. Prices are great too with the burder at about $9 and the full meals at around $15. Also, every Tuesday is all you can eat pizza, salad and rice crispy treats and all you can drink beer (anything they have on tap) for only $15. Can’t beat that!
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Sirloin Burger
The burger I received was cooked to perfection and the four cheese blend is super tasty. The burger also comes with a big (and I mean big) pickle and Joey’s signature cone o’ fries which are actually lightly sugared instead of salted (you may think it’s weird but it’s really good). I would recommend this burger to anyone and at $9 what do you have to lose?
- I came here for
- fun with friends
- My meal cost
- between $10 and $25
- I tipped
- more than 18%
Ann Sather Restaurant
Feb 7, 2007
Ann Sathers
Who doesn’t love this place? I know I happen to be Swedish but I think everyone is in love with this place. My favorite thing at Ann Sather’s are the cinnamon rolls. They are to die for.
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Swedish Pancakes with Lingonberries
The swedish pancakes are incredible. Topped with the traditional lingonberries the pancakes will take you straight to Sweden (although it’ll be nice and warm where you’re sitting in the restaurant).
- I came here for
- a romantic date
- My meal cost
- between $10 and $25
- I tipped
- more than 18%
Sapori Trattoria
Feb 7, 2007
Sapori Trattoria
Sapori reminds me a lot of my favorite Italian restaurants in my former stomping grounds – the North End of Boston. The resaurant in cozy and offers a nice soothing atmosphere. They also serve incredible homemade food that has already brought me back twice. Probably some of the best Italian food in Chicago.
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Bolognese
This is simple traditional rigatoni with bolognese sauce but done incredibly well. The rigatoni is handmade at the restaurant and the bolognese is probably the best I ever had. One you eat the bolognese at Sapori you’ll never want to have it anywhere else.
- I came here for
- a romantic date
- My meal cost
- between $25 and $50
- I tipped
- more than 18%
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Beef Tenderloin Tips Taco
Super tender been tenderloin with roasted tomatoes with a little kick of spiciness.
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Chicken Mole Taco
Traditional chicken mole in a soft tortilla.
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Tomatillo Pork Taco
Super tender pork with chopped tomatillos and lime.
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Guacamole
Impossibly creamy guacamole that will keep you coming back for more. Served with homemade tortilla chips it is the reason why I keep coming back to de cero.
- I came here for
- a business meeting
- My meal cost
- between $10 and $25
- I tipped
- more than 18%
Coopers
Feb 7, 2007
Coopers
Coopers was previously called Menagerie and is owned by the same folks. They decided it was time for a change and put together a casual restaurant with gourmet food at very reasonable prices combined with one of the best beer lists in Chicago.
The owners are also great people and ensure a comfortable atmosphere where the service is top notch.
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HOUSE PULLED PORK & COLESLAW PANINI
Slow cooked goodness and full of flavor this house smoked pulled pork is a true treat.
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Fire Cooked Pizza
Nothing crazy just a good fired pizza. Goes great with any of their top notch beers.
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Mac and Cheese
I was unsure at first about this mac and cheese since it included duck but the owners assured me it was great and, well, it was amazing! If you go to Cooper’s you need to try this appetizer.
- I came here for
- a romantic date
- My meal cost
- between $25 and $50
- I tipped
- more than 18%
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Guacamole Huasteco
I consider myself a guacamole having sampled the guac all of over the city and this is by bar some of the best if not the best I have had. They add just the right amount of spice and leave the avocado chunky and, for their twist, they include a little cactus in there to add a little bit of sourness. Absolutely incredible!
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Tarte Tres Leches
This dessert is too good for words. They mary up a chocolate crust with tradtional tres leche chocolate cake and top it off with a light chocolate mousse, dark cherries and a tube of pure chocolate. All of this sits on a bed of vanilla sause surrounded by chocolate sauce and it all has a hint of cinnamon. ITs a very decadent dessert that remains very light so you don’t feel guilty. You have to try this!
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Gorditas de Chicharron
Spicy and yummy this traditional treat is sure to please. :-)
- I came here for
- a romantic date
- My meal cost
- between $25 and $50
- I tipped
- more than 18%
Agave
Feb 7, 2007
Agave
Agave is a new (opened in October 2006) mexican restaurant in Lakeview. They serve traditional mexican dishes done with gourmet style. Also, it should be noted that they have an extensive tequila list and even do tequila flights.
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Enmoladas de Pollo
The enmoladas de pollo were excellent. The sauce was delecate and the chicken cooked to perfection. I also really enjoyed the mexican rice. It was better than any I have had in the city.
- I came here for
- a romantic date
- My meal cost
- between $25 and $50
- I tipped
- more than 18%
Bongo Room
Feb 2, 2007
Bongo Room in the South Loop
This place is great! I usually stick to the pancakes as they are so unique, creative and, most importantly, decadent. This is a place for the sweet tooths who will regard the Bongo Room as their fantasy breakfast spot. Come hungry cause you won’t want to stop eating!
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Blueberry Cheesecake Pancakes
I really enjoyed the pancakes. My only complaint was that they were almost too rich!
- I came here for
- fun with friends
- My meal cost
- between $10 and $25
- I tipped
- more than 18%


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