Author Topic: Chicago (Read 29185 times)

Phil Titola · « **Reply #225 on:** October 31, 2021, 01:21:05 PM »

I think the last time I was in chitown (Chicago for nonelites) that's where I went.

8manpick · « **Reply #226 on:** October 31, 2021, 01:25:37 PM »

Quote from: Trim on October 18, 2021, 01:06:18 AM

8mp or anyone who'd be there going into the first weekend of November - if I have to go to this place that Wednesday night through Friday noon, worth sticking around Friday afternoon/night and maybe even into Saturday to pak and then fly out Saturday morning? My happiness is as simple as pounding pitchers of beer at snickers, but more is cool too. Pounding a pitcher or two less would probably be fine on Thursday night instead/also.

I’m busy Friday, but if you stick around Saturday, I’d go watch the cats pound the ‘Hawks

8manpick · « **Reply #227 on:** October 31, 2021, 01:28:37 PM »

Quote from: Phil Titola on October 31, 2021, 12:34:10 PM

Is there somewhere to watch the sunflower showdown this weekend with fellow cats?

Murphy’s Bleachers used to be the place. It appears that they have done watch parties there recently. I’d go meet up.

Trim · « **Reply #228 on:** October 31, 2021, 01:36:56 PM »

Quote from: 8manpick on October 31, 2021, 01:25:37 PM

Quote from: Trim on October 18, 2021, 01:06:18 AM
8mp or anyone who'd be there going into the first weekend of November - if I have to go to this place that Wednesday night through Friday noon, worth sticking around Friday afternoon/night and maybe even into Saturday to pak and then fly out Saturday morning? My happiness is as simple as pounding pitchers of beer at snickers, but more is cool too. Pounding a pitcher or two less would probably be fine on Thursday night instead/also.
I’m busy Friday, but if you stick around Saturday, I’d go watch the cats pound the ‘Hawks

I don't have to do this anymore. I know I'd be fine around locals and probably on a flight between Chicago and Seattle, but I'm still not ready to do unnecessary travel/conferences that will have me around loads of people that I can't know are vaccinated.

After I posted, I'd found Local H is playing at Metro that Thursday night and would've gone to that. Go for me! It was a great time when they played here in a smaller club like that in the before times.

8manpick · « **Reply #229 on:** October 31, 2021, 01:52:21 PM »

Nice, thanks for the heads up!

pissclams · « **Reply #230 on:** October 31, 2021, 09:25:53 PM »

we went to prime and provisions on thursday, one of the better meals i have had in a long time

Cartierfor3 · « **Reply #231 on:** July 24, 2024, 06:43:56 PM »

Doing a quick date trip without kids with Mrs. CF3 this week. Looking for tips. Staying at Hyatt Regency Downtown, not renting a car just using transit or Lyft

Places we've liked in Chicago in the past:
Shaw's Crab House
Green Mill
Andy's Jazz Club
Second City

Loose Itinerary
Sunday:
3:00 PM Arrive. Check into hotel, probably walk along the river/lake. Enjoy freedom from children.
6:00ish PM Dinner. Currently have a reservation at Sienna Tavern which had good reviews, open to suggestions. This is more of a date night kind of vibe.
9:00 PM Show at the Laugh Factory

Monday:
The day will be pretty chill and I'm open to suggestions. Not looking to do museums or tours but really just looking forward to a relaxed vibe. Mrs. CF3 and I really enjoy checking out independent record stores and coffee shops on trips like this. Not opposed to a museum but if we hit one up we're looking for like a small art museum. Probably won't do a huge meal during the day but will snack and grab stuff as we go.

Neighborhoods to check out? Hidden gems?

4:30-5:00ish PM Probably will head south to China Town and grab some Dim Sum. Other option I was considering is Ricobene's because Steve Albini went there with Anthony Bourdain

7:00 PM Royals @ White Sox

Tuesday:
Grab a coffee and fly home.

Thoughts?

steve dave · « **Reply #232 on:** July 24, 2024, 06:59:08 PM »

Sounds great man, enjoy

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star seed 7 · « **Reply #233 on:** July 24, 2024, 07:01:03 PM »

Stay away from the pizza but search out the best burger.

wetwillie · « **Reply #234 on:** July 24, 2024, 07:20:59 PM »

Ye the cheesy casserole is to be avoided

Cartierfor3 · « **Reply #235 on:** July 24, 2024, 07:24:06 PM »

Yeah we're skipping the deep dish this time around.

KST8FAN · « **Reply #236 on:** July 24, 2024, 08:28:01 PM »

https://www.jiangniubbq.com/

I've really liked this place the 2x I've been there.

Tom

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KST8FAN · « **Reply #237 on:** July 24, 2024, 08:35:36 PM »

https://slightlytoasted.com/

https://halfsourchicago.com/

Thought these were good as well.

https://vol39.com/

Check that one out and give us a review.

Tom

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pissclams · « **Reply #238 on:** July 24, 2024, 10:12:16 PM »

chicago, aka chi-town, aka the big easy. it never sleeps. they have some of the best cuisine in the country.

the architecture boat tour is amazing and so are the museums! have a wonderful getaway and enjoy all that the city so nice they named it twice has to offer!

wetwillie · « **Reply #239 on:** July 24, 2024, 10:14:40 PM »

At one point I saw pictures of hot tub boats in the river. Could be some fun people watching.

DQ12 · « **Reply #240 on:** July 24, 2024, 10:20:00 PM »

Quote from: pissclams on July 24, 2024, 10:12:16 PM

chicago, aka chi-town, aka the big easy. it never sleeps. they have some of the best cuisine in the country.

They don’t call it the seconds city for nothing! Another plate, si vu play!

michigancat · « **Reply #241 on:** July 24, 2024, 10:21:02 PM »

I love a deep dish pizza. Also love an architecture boat tour!

DaBigTrain · « **Reply #242 on:** July 24, 2024, 10:31:14 PM »

Yeah I fifth or whatever the architecture tour especially the sunset one going out into the lake

Trim · « **Reply #243 on:** July 24, 2024, 10:35:22 PM »

Snickers

Spracne · « **Reply #244 on:** July 24, 2024, 10:42:31 PM »

I'm told the Italian beef (sandwich) is the true signature dish of Chicago. Al's Beef and Portillo's seem to be mentioned the most. I'd go to Al's.

DaBigTrain · « **Reply #245 on:** July 24, 2024, 10:46:02 PM »

This place is also money for breakfast/brunch. I’ve only been to the one across from the bean but highly recommend.

https://wildberrycafe.com

DaBigTrain · « **Reply #246 on:** July 24, 2024, 10:47:38 PM »

This Venezuelan restaurant is also straight fire with their arepas

https://www.ricaarepachicago.com/

Trim · « **Reply #247 on:** July 24, 2024, 10:49:31 PM »

One of those 2 architecture boat tours was a lot better than the other. It was the one we were on for the big mod PAK and not the one we went on during the tbt PAK.

steve dave · « **Reply #248 on:** July 25, 2024, 02:22:15 AM »

Quote from: Trim on July 24, 2024, 10:49:31 PM

One of those 2 architecture boat tours was a lot better than the other. It was the one we were on for the big mod PAK and not the one we went on during the tbt PAK.

Yep, the OFFICIAL ARCHITECT one is way better.

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Stupid Fitz · « **Reply #249 on:** July 25, 2024, 08:13:03 AM »

Get shithoused at the Billy Goat Tavern