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There’s something about a man in tight jeans and a cowboy hat that makes many ladies swoon. But if you’re a cowpoke looking for the company of other men, put on your big belt buckle and head on over to Charlie’s.
This predominantly gay establishment on the north end of Boystown (right next to Kreative Soul) […]
There aren’t very many restaurants that can multitask. The place where you bring your kids is probably different from the spot where you impress your date. You don’t expect fine dining from an eatery that offers simple comfort foods. But in Glenview, whether you’re dining with a group or having an intimate dinner for two, […]
Outdoor dining can be a rarity. Chicago is currently experiencing plenty of hot and muggy weather, and in the winter we’ll have nothing but bitter winds and freezing temperatures. Windy City residents and visitors have to take advantage of the few days out of the year when the weather is kind enough to allow for […]
To all our U.S. readers, happy Fourth! If you want to celebrate without the traditional explosions and fireworks, here are a few other options…
• Continuing from yesterday’s festivities, the Fourth of July Celebration at Citizen Bar features a $25 drink package (along with a free burger before 1 p.m.) and a bags tournament. (11:00 a.m. […]
Okay, get this. Brazil. Japan. Peru. You would think that combining plates from these three cuisines would be dangerous at best. And yet, Sushi Samba Rio fuses this trio together scrumptiously.
The eclectic phenomenon begins the moment you walk in the door. Energetic and fun, the sound of a salsa beat greets hungry patrons. The spacious […]
Sometimes, you have to question great reviews about pricey restaurants. Is the food really that good, or did the patron (after seeing the bill) hype up the food in order to convince himself that it was worth it? At Green Zebra, there’s no wondering. From atmosphere to flavor, you get your money’s worth and more.
This […]
Within walking distance of my apartment, the Andersonville neighborhood is chock-full of “contemporary” restaurants, catering to its chic residents—primarily GLBT couples and newly-30-somethings pushing strollers. Big Jones, a new restaurant in the area (just north of Anteprima), fits right in, providing a modern twist on old-fashioned coastal Southern cooking.
Patrons are greeted with lime-green walls, wrought-iron […]
A little over a month ago, the Palmer House Hilton opened Potter’s, a sophisticated bar and lounge. It’s named after Potter Palmer, the Palmer House founder, and replicates the style and elegance of the 1920s with a modern, sleek look.
Located inside the hotel, Potter’s is open to the public, but not many people outside of […]
Usually, liquor stores with a bar attached are, well, a bit sleazy. But that’s certainly not the case with Cal’s Liquors.
Don’t misunderstand me. This is a dive bar in every sense of the words. The tables are a couple decades old, the whole place could use a good scrub-down, and the atmosphere has a grimy, […]
Whenever you travel to a new city, the last thing you want to do is eat out at a restaurant that you could find just about everywhere. What’s the fun in touring a new city and then eating at a fast food chain? If you want a dining experience that is uniquely Chicago, then head […]
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