Yelp Eats!

Category:: Food, Yelp Community
When:: Saturday, June 6, 2009 5:00 PM
Where:: Yelp Eats 2009

based on 117 reviews

Chicagoland Restaurants
Prix Fixe Promotion 6/1 - 6/7
Chicago, IL
Cost:: $25.00
Submitted by:: Colleen C. See all of Colleen C.'s events »
What/Why:: Yelp Eats Restaurant Week is baaaack!

$25 Prix Fixe Dinners!

Blue 13
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Truffled Mac 'n Cheese or Deconstructed Caprese
2: Butternut Squash Pasta, Pan Seared Scallops, Roasted Amish Chicken
3: Warm Chocolate Cake, Apple Tartatin

Brasserie JO
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Boston Bibb Salad, Beer Beignets
2: Sole Grenobloise, Baked French Macaroni 'n Cheese, Quiche Lorraine
3: Ice Cream, Sorbet

Devon Seafood Grill
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Cup of Maine Lobster Bisque or Caesar Salad w/ parmesan crisp
2: Grilled Atlantic Salmon, Blackened Chicken Penne, Petite Maryland Style Crab Cakes
3: Chocolate Velvet Cake, Marble Cheesecake

Home Bistro (HB)
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Almond stuffed dates, Artichoke & Edam fritters, HB Caesar Salad
2: Coriander Rubbed Salmon, Braised Chicken & White Grapes, Pan Roasted Loin of Pork
3: Any dessert.

Italiasia
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Calamari or Spring Roll
2: Chicken Milanese, Pasta Bolognese, Polenta w/ Wild Mushrooms
3: Ricotta Cheesecake, Chocolate Strawberry Tartufo

Kiki's Bistro
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Ragout of Mushrooms, Goat Cheese Salad, Red Beet Salad
2: Steak Pomme Frites, Poulet Roti, Salmon du Jour, Pasta de Printemps
3: Chocolate Mousse, Lemon Tart, Homemade Ice creams/sorbets

Kinzie Chop House
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Bruschetta, Crispy Calamari
2: Filet Medallions and Two Jumbo Scallops, Fresh Pan Seared Mahi Mahi, Herb Chicken Breast, Portobello Raviol
3: Decadent Chocolate Cake, Fresh Berries and Cream

La Gondola
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Grilled Calamari, Grilled Portobello Mushroom, Black Mussels
2: Lobster Ravioli, Rigatoni Boscaiola, Chicken Monte Carlo
3: Tiramisu, Large Cannoli

La Madia
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Pizza Fondue, Mixed Organic Greens
2: Triple Pepperoni Pizza, Ricotta Gnocchi w/ Sausage, Spring Vegetable Risotto
3: Chocolate Tortino, Strawberry Crostata

May Street Market
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Fried Green Tomato or Yellow Corn Veloute
2: Smoked Scallops, Tamarind Glazed Short Rib, Smoked Spring Chicken
3: Flight of Cupcakes, Ice Cream Selection

Nacional 27
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Shrimp Adobado, Smoked Chicken Empanadas, Shrimp & Scallop Ceviche, Ahi Tuna & Watermelon Ceviche
2: Pacific Blue Nose Grouper "Huachinango", Grilled Marinated Skirt Steak, Farm Raised Chicken Mole Verde
3: Callebaut Chocolate Cake, Tropical Mango Ice

Oceanique
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Grilled Calamari & Shrimp or Pear & Maytag Blue Cheese Salad
2: Tasmanian Sea Trout Slow Roasted, Wild Maine Skatefish, Linguine w/Grilled Shrimp
3: Dessert sampler

Rockit Bar & Grill (River North only)
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Rockit Pockits or Goat Cheese Salad
2: Chicken Paillard, Rockit Burger, Almond-crusted Tilapia
3: Classic Creme Brulee or Sorbet

The Stained Glass
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Butter lettuce salad, Sautéed Crab Cakes
2: Free Range Amish Chicken, Acorn Squash w/ wild mushroom risotto, Grilled Atlantic Salmon
3: Chocolate Bombe, sorbets & ice creams or Crème brulee sampler

Tapas Valencia
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
Cold Tapas (choice of 1): Jamon Serrano, Salpicon de Mariscos, Patatas con Alioli, Tortilla Espanola, Salmon Curado, Berenjena con Queso
Hot Tapas (choice of 2): Pin Solo, Pin Polla, Datiles con Tocino, Calamares a la Plancha, pasta con hortalizas, Queso d Cabra, Pimientos del Piquillo, Gamabas al Ajillo, Piprana de Buey
Sweet: Profiteroles de Pirineo, Delicia de Chocolate, Raspberry Coulis, Platon con Helado or Tarta Vaelnciana.

Uncommon Ground
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Sunshine Salad or Soup of the Day
2: Bacon-Wrapped Slagel Family Farm Meatloaf, Gorgonzola Gnocchi, Grilled Rushing Waters Trout
3: Seasonal Vanilla Bean Cheesecake or Chocolate Stout Cake

Venus
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Stuffed Grape Leaves, Saganaki, Fried Calamari
2: Greek or Cypriot
3: Slow baked Lamb, Lamb Loin Chops, Broiled Salmon, Stuffed Chicken with Spinach/feta, Pastitsio, Vegetarian Mousaka
4: Homemade Baklava or Galaktobouriko

Wave
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Fattoush salad, Crispy calamari or Mac & cheese gratin
2: Half grilled chicken or Ricotta gnocchi
3: Buttermilk panna cotta or Spiced peanut butter and milk chocolate bar

Wine and Vine
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
1: Vine ripened Cherry Tomatos sauteed or Over-stuffed pesto mushrooms
2: "THE" Pesto Pasta, Chicken Piccata, Chicago Pasta w/ sausage
3: Vanilla Panna Cotta or Vanilla or Coffee & Douhgnuts (glazed coffee bread pudding)

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5/4/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

If you have any questions, feel free to post here or PM me :)

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5/4/2009 Andrea "W" R. says:

I gained 10 lbs during Yelp Eats last year...but it was so worth it!
Now I just have to figure out how to hit up 21 restaurants in 7 days for dinner...

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5/4/2009 Mary "Hell is a place...just like Jewel" T. says:

Oooh, I hope I have a job by then so I can do more than one of these places!

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5/4/2009 Kathleen "Yelp Empress" M. says:

my tummy is already rumbling....

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5/4/2009 Molly "yumsies" O. says:

Haha, I am in the same boat as you, Mary. I am hoping to make an appearance at May Street Market or HB.
Maybe it can be the "congrats on your new job" dinner:)

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5/4/2009 Erin "Hardy" P. says:

YAY!

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5/4/2009 Jackie P. says:

There are like 5 or 6 places I want to go to! Woohoo! This looks great!

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5/4/2009 Amy "Miss Sassy Pants" H. says:

Who's going to Blue 13 with me? ;)

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5/4/2009 Heidi "sometimes a girl's gotta rock" H. says:

Sounds great! I hope I can find someone to go to dinner with me! :-)

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5/4/2009 Michael "I Am Of Peace, Always" G. says:

The decision is making my head want to explode. Good thing it's a month away.

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5/4/2009 Rhonda "you can't catch me, i'm the gingerbread man" G. says:

this just happens to the be the weekend I plan to get some girlfriends together for my 25+2

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5/4/2009 Lindsay K. says:

YUM!

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5/4/2009 Nicole "chia poet" C. says:

Sounds like a good deal. Who wants to go to May Street Market or Oceanique :^)?

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5/4/2009 Nicole "chia poet" C. says:

P.S. I wish the Green Zebra would do one of these deals. I don't know when I'll be able to eat there again!

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5/4/2009 Erin "Hardy" P. says:

Unfortunately this falls on a really bad week for me, but I'm sure I will make it work somehow!

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5/4/2009 Lisa "all about the green" B. says:

Yay! Thanks Colleen!

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5/4/2009 Josh "*sigh*" V. says:

$25 three course meals? Heck yes!

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5/4/2009 Jenny H. says:

Noooo, I will be in New York. :(

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5/4/2009 carolynne "Christ on a Cracker!" r. says:

dammit all of these places are on my to try list!

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5/4/2009 Andre "Attacker of the Attacking Things" W. says:

Nice! I will probably check out a couple of these

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5/4/2009 Unity "Funky Waterbed" O. says:

yes! Maybe this will be a pre-birthday treat to myself--hurray!

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5/4/2009 Candice "Party Monster" G. says:

SHUT THE HECK-A-LOPE UP! I'm doing them all... or at least as many as I can without ballooning up. Thanks, Colleen!

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5/4/2009 Ryan L. says:

I'm definitely gonna have to shorten my trip to the ATL that week for this.

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5/4/2009 Helena "Fernandena" B. says:

Soooo excited!

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5/4/2009 Lauren "Order" H. says:

Amy, I will.

If anyone wants to do some dinners with me, PM me.

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5/4/2009 emily "the white rhianna" n. says:

i'm going to oceanique. all i wanna know is... who's comin with me?

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5/4/2009 Angie M. says:

i will so go to blue 13 with you amy!!

and just think... this is where the yelp gnos all started!

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5/4/2009 Carol J. says:

Great job Colleen! I know it will be awesome again. This year I can actually enjoy it!

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5/4/2009 John "Long Gone" C. says:

Colleen. What are the sign up deadlines? Are there a maximum number of people for each location? Do you need to identify which restaurant you will be eating at when confirming, "I'm In!" Just want to understand details to make sure I don't mess up Yelp and/or the restaurants who have agreed to participate.
Thanks.

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5/4/2009 Yanyao "A**hole & Swan Killer" N. says:

aiyeeeeeeee, I'll be in China. :(
I am so incredibly sad now.

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5/4/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Hi John!

Yelp has just set up the menus, and the participating locations. This way you can enjoy the menus at any of the restaurants, on any of the nights. Solo, with a date, a group of people...no matter! It can be yelpers, or non-yelpers...all are welcome to join in.

The menus have just been set up, and can be enjoyed at your convenience from 6/1-6/7.

Clicking "im in" just indicates you are interested in the promotion, and will be dining. Reservations are recommended!

It's not a "Yelp event" in the strictest sense, but is a great opportunity to dine at a great price all over the city! (and some burbs!)

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5/4/2009 Matthew S. says:

wah! why does everything have non kosher ingredients! bacon and crab and squid! boo for me.

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5/4/2009 Jenny "LameSauce" z. says:

Amazing, ladies, thank you!

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5/4/2009 John "Mr Bad Touch" B. says:

I have to hit many more places this year. And one of them has to be Venus. And Blue 13, maybe with Amy.

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5/4/2009 Sarah "not Sabrina" B. says:

Ooo..John..Venus! Me too...lets go!!! ;)

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5/4/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

The pastitsio at Venus last year was...HEAVEN!

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5/4/2009 Emily "Waffles are Plaid Pancakes" D. says:

Colleen, your altar is all set up in my condo. I'm bowing to it right now. Don't be scurred. It's perfectly normal. Perfectly healthy. :-)

5/4/2009 Jill M. says:

I would love to but I can't....I need to make sure I fit into my bridesmaid dress....If something like this decides to happen again in mid-August, then lets talk...

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5/5/2009 David W. says:

How do you choose? I guess you can do a 5:00 PM dinner and a 9:00 PM dinner, but that still only gets you 14 dinners.....

5/5/2009 Leila U. says:

Andrea and Colleen! Curse you for putting this right at the beginning of bating suit season. Oh well, seven days for me to get down and totally naughty with delicious eats.

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5/5/2009 Nina L. says:

heck yes!

blue 13
italiasia
nacional 27
wine and vine(if i can make it out there!)

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5/5/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Just added La Madia :)

YAY! Pizza Fondue!

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5/5/2009 Nina L. says:

la madia is added to my list.

damn you colleen, you will make me fat during that week.

though, i must say, nacional 27's menu doesn't include anything i had last year...and it all was amazing!

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5/5/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

And, please remember these are just brief descriptions of the menus...due to space constraints. The full-on descriptions are AWESOME! not to be missed :)

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5/5/2009 Unity "Funky Waterbed" O. says:

So many choices! I definitely want to hit up La Madia.

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5/5/2009 Brett "No, it's not a boys name" D. says:

My favorite week is back! YEAAAAAAAAAAHH!!! Must start making reservations!!!

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5/5/2009 Jackie P. says:

If there is a group going to Venus I want to be included. Hell that goes for most of the places on that wonderful list!

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5/5/2009 Emily "ninja viking sammurai pirate" B. says:

Holy gluttony, Batman, Christmas came early this year!

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5/5/2009 Lauren "C.M.Y." K. says:

Do these restaurants have vegetarian options?

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5/5/2009 Jessie B. says:

Will kiss for a treated dinner. ;) PM me!

Just kidding....well sort of?

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5/5/2009 Jackie P. says:

Lauren I saw that Venus has a veggie option. I'm sure there are others that's just the first one I looked at.

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5/5/2009 Brett "No, it's not a boys name" D. says:

Lauren, we bulked up last year and did a ton of group Yelp Eats meals out... the spots were great about veggie swaps... if you call the restaurant, they will 99.9% of the time sub a veggie dish in for you. Since it's more cost efficient for them anyway to exclude a protein I'm sure they will still be happy this year again to accommodate!

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5/5/2009 Dan "I ate all the pickles" B. says:

Ooo I have been wanting to try HB forever, now I just need a date!

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5/5/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

repeat to what Brett said.

Thanks B! Saving vegetarians during Yelp Eats since 2008. ;)

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5/5/2009 Helena "Fernandena" B. says:

I definitely want to try Blue 13!

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5/5/2009 Brett "No, it's not a boys name" D. says:

Did I steal your thunder there CC?? Sorry, it was the GNO-Nazi in me kicking in ;-P

And on a side note... I can't wait for June now! 5 Yelps Eats restaurants in 1 week... Clearly, I'm asking for a herniated belly button.

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5/5/2009 Angie M. says:

I'm topping out at 3 dinners right now.

I won't be able to button my pants after Yelp Eats week. Gross. But in in the best way possible!

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5/5/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

I'm actually going for 7. Seriously.

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5/5/2009 Angie M. says:

You're my personal hero, Colleen.

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5/5/2009 Brett "No, it's not a boys name" D. says:

Really? Squeeze me into another one then! I can hang with 6 ; )

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5/5/2009 Kelly S. says:

I hope to have a steady income by June.. and if so, I will definitely be in on more than one of these!

5/5/2009 Jenna H. says:

WOW these all sound great! I'm in a glass case of emotion thanks to working in the burbs--will probably only be able to make 2-3, but on the flip side it prevents me from going 7 for 7 & gaining 70 pounds. I still like the sound of the 70 pound option better though... ;-)

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5/5/2009 Pete "Pedro" V. says:

I'll definitely be heading to Blue 13. This menu plus BYO at Home Bistro??! Absurd!

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5/6/2009 Unity "Funky Waterbed" O. says:

Man, I think I can only hit up 2-3 of these places. Definitely want to try La Madia & Blue 13

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5/7/2009 Dianne "please sir may I have some more" L. says:

didn't get my fill during Restaurant Week so I'm totally gearing up for this one!

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5/7/2009 Carrie "Mrs. Cake Ball" S. says:

I booked two restaurants for the mister and I. I'm excited!!!

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5/7/2009 Andrea "W" R. says:

so excited! so far i'm booked at tapas valencia, blue 13, and uncommon ground...
Now I just need to figure out where I'm going the other 4 nights! Decisions, decisions...

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5/10/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

I'm headed to La Madia too. Um, pizza fondue!?

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5/11/2009 Jackie P. says:

Reservations made for Blue 13! So excited! Thanks twinner!

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5/11/2009 Carrie "Mrs. Cake Ball" S. says:

Jackie, Blue 13 is awesome!! The mister and I have been there three times and each time it's incredible!!

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5/11/2009 Jackie P. says:

I also want to go to Kinzie! Any meat eaters out there want to join me?

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5/11/2009 KELLIE "Don't Ask Why" K. says:

Jackie, I'm down for Kinzie!

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5/11/2009 Jackie P. says:

Hooray I'll make the reservation and PM you darling!

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5/12/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

bump!

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5/12/2009 Unity "Funky Waterbed" O. says:

OKay, who wants to go to La Madia with me?

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5/12/2009 Rhonda "you can't catch me, i'm the gingerbread man" G. says:

that's a strong possibility Unity

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5/12/2009 Jackie P. says:

Kellie, Angela and I have one more seat for Kinzie Chop House on Friday, June 5th at 6:00 pm if anyone wants to join us!

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5/12/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Feel free to set up separate "events" for groups wishing to try different restaurants!

(just make sure to call ahead with an approximate guest count!)

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5/12/2009 Bryan H. says:

Can my wife and I split one of these meals? Student teaching isn't much of a money maker.

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5/12/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

No, I'm sorry...split plates won't be offered for this, as its a special promotion.

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5/13/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

hump day, bump day!

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5/13/2009 Dawn L. says:

Yay! This is why I love Yelp.

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5/13/2009 Ron "I watch porn...Food Porn" C. says:

Yum!

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5/15/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Debating a trip to Evanston...can I eat at Oceanique AND The Stained Glass? hmm. could be considered gluttonous ;)

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5/16/2009 Candice "Party Monster" G. says:

pizza fondue!!! wahoo!!!

5/17/2009 Tanya "Tanyers" K. says:

So I'm guessing it's $25 per restaurant? I'm gonna have to choose carefully, hehe; anyone up for Nacional 27 with me?

5/17/2009 Tanya "Tanyers" K. says:

Or Blue 13; truffle mac n cheese? *Drool*......

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5/18/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Yep, $25 per meal :)

It's getting close! It's getting close! YAY!

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5/18/2009 Lindsay K. says:

The anticipation of May Street Market is killing me!!!

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5/18/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Also, please note...the above menus are a list of OPTIONS for each course. :)

So you choose 1 app, 1 main and 1 dessert...not all of the choices!
'
Just wanted to be extra clear!

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5/18/2009 Unity "Funky Waterbed" O. says:

CC--you are super duper clear--I totally appreciate that!!

5/18/2009 laur "laur s." s. says:

And those are the only options for each restaurant correct?

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5/19/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Yes, this is an abbreviated list of menu options...but these are the menus they'll be offering that week!

However, if you have a special accommodation, please call ahead and perhaps they can offer another dish that suits dietary needs, etc...

Enjoy!

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5/22/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

bump :)

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5/25/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

la la la...

I've begun to prepare...

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5/25/2009 Kathleen "Yelp Empress" M. says:

The goal is to go to the gym every day this week in preparation....

...we'll see how that goes. And don't think I'm *not* going to go if I don't make it to the gym. That would be lame.

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5/25/2009 Kelly S. says:

I second that notion, Kathleen!

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5/26/2009 Andrea "W" R. says:

So far I've got reservations at Tapas Valencia, Blue 13, May Street Market, and Stained Glass. 3 more nights to fill up...where shall I go? Hmmm...

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5/26/2009 Nina L. says:

i really want to hit up La Madia!

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5/27/2009 Unity "Funky Waterbed" O. says:

Nina, I want to hit that up too. I need to make reservations--you wanna go?

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5/27/2009 Karlyn "Darlin" M. says:

Colleen -- you mentioned these are abbreviated menus? Where can we find more detailed ones?
EXCITED. ABOUT. IT.

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5/27/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Hi there!

Full menus will be given at the restaurant when you arrive :)
(Just had to abbreviate here due to space, but if you like what you see...it only gets better!)

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5/27/2009 Erica "let me be loved" K. says:

I made me some reservations!!! So excited!

5/27/2009 Kristina H. says:

Colleen,

Is there a way to see all of these restaurants on a map? It seems like the best way for me to narrow it down!

Thanks!

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5/27/2009 Arlene "Super Ball" A. says:

Reservations made, YAY! HB here I come.

5/27/2009 Tom T. says:

The restaurant list looks great! I don't understand something... When I go to a participating restaurant during 6/1-6/7, what do I say/ask so that I get the special?

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5/27/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Tom,

Just request the Yelp Eats menu when you arrive, or when you make a reservation at the restaurant...

Thanks!

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5/27/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Kristina,

There is no way to map them out, but if you click on the hyperlink below each one, you'll be able to see the address :)

Thanks!

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5/27/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Ps. Once you've visited the restaurants...you can review here! (kind of like Yelp Spa Week!)

http://www.yelp.com/bi...

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5/27/2009 Kyle "Nachos" H. says:

The Yelppraisal Instituters (me and co-workers) are going to the Stained Glass in Evanston! Woo woo!

5/27/2009 Julie N. says:

Just made my reservation at The Stained Glass for June 5. :) Thank you Colleen and Yelp! As a recent 1st-time homebuyer in Morton Grove, this is the PERFECT opportunity to finally have that romantic dinner with my hubby to celebrate all our hard work. Now we can actually afford it!

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5/28/2009 Mee "Shell is trying to stay low key" S. says:

What's the deal with this? I've never been to a Yelp Eats before. Can someone explain? Thanks!

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5/28/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Yelp Eats Restaurant Week
$25 Prix Fixe menus set up for dinner
June 1-June 7th (dinner)

Just head to any of the listed restaurants, ask for the Yelp Eats menu (during dinner) and enjoy! All are welcome to participate and enjoy...

You can choose one app, one main and one dessert...

Happy eating!

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5/28/2009 Carrie "Mrs. Cake Ball" S. says:

Colleen, can we review the places individually or just lump them together under Yelp Eats 2009? For events, I'm super careful about not reviewing the location until I've gone there post event. I'm not quite sure of the Yelp Eats protocol.

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5/28/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Yep, you can just review any/all Yelp Eats Restaurants under the listing: http://www.yelp.com/bi...

First restaurant: write a review at http://www.yelp.com/bi...
Then if you go anywhere else, you can just submit updates. :)

Best to "label" each one with where you went!

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5/29/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

BUMP!

I'm delivering all of the menus today to these lovely places, and they are lookin' HOT!

Make reservations, many are booking up quick!

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5/29/2009 Andrea "W" R. says:

Soooo excited...just a few days away until the indulging begings!

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5/31/2009 Carol J. says:

Hey CC, I know you are at the nuptials but a little bird told me that Andy at La Gondola may honor the Yelp eats menu for a few weeks after since his place is so small and booking up fast. And I helped him make 5 gallons of limoncello for the festivities.....

I thought that was kind of cool of him

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5/31/2009 Unity "Funky Waterbed" O. says:

Oh, I really hope he does as I would love to go, but my schedule is tight next week.

5/31/2009 Hank D. says:

Well I HOPE that you all can come to Wine & Vine!! Our brand new patio is open and ROCKIN!
thanks to Colleen once again!!
Isnt she awesome??!!

5/31/2009 Hank D. says:

BTW, Wine & Vine is in Elmhurst! LOL

5/31/2009 Shonna C. says:

I want to try La Madia - Unity and Nina is it okay if I join you guys?

5/31/2009 zoe "put the lime in the coconut" s. says:

ok #1 i dont know what PM means, im new here. #2 how does this work? is everyone going to these various restaraunts? #3 are 200 and some odd people really doing this? #4 can i find a platonic date on yelp to this Yelp eats? im straight but i'd like to go with a girl, im on yelp to make some friends! anyone else looking for someone to go with, let me know!

5/31/2009 zoe "put the lime in the coconut" s. says:

i think i get it. well, i don't mean to discriminate, but i'd love to try to get a group of girls to try out one or two places and meet, prefer 22-25. please let me know!

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5/31/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Hey Zoe!

Yes, the restaurants are all offering these menus each night, for ANYONE to enjoy...so just pick and choose, then head there and request the menu :)

5/31/2009 zoe "put the lime in the coconut" s. says:

fun and delicious, my favorite combination

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5/31/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Finally, we begin :)

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6/1/2009 doris "Everyone should be tan!" d. says:

Hi, just wanted to ask if 5 pm is the only time the prefixed menu is served? Or is it anytime after 5?

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6/1/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

It's just dinnertimes, so check with each restaurant to see when they begin serving...

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6/1/2009 Andrea "W" R. says:

Where's everyone dining tonight? Tapas Valencia here I come!

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6/1/2009 Nicole "chia poet" C. says:

Right now Oceanique looks good to me...will have to see if I can get myself to hike up to Evanston for it.

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6/1/2009 An "Unstoppable" P. says:

If you get the prix fixe menu, does each person pay $25? Some of these restaurants are giving out lots of food, so I guess I would have lots of leftovers!

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6/1/2009 Josh "*sigh*" V. says:

Woo hoo, I'm excited. Going to La Madia tonight!

An, each person who orders the prix fixe chooses one item from each course (except for the tapas), and pays $25. You don't get everything that's listed, that's just what you have to choose from.

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6/1/2009 Angie M. says:

I am SO excited. I'm hitting Blue 13, La Madia and Brasserie JO.

I'm going to have to wear stretchy pants next week.

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6/1/2009 Carrie "Mrs. Cake Ball" S. says:

I'm hitting up Devon Seafood Grill and Kinzie Chophouse!!!

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Awesome!!!

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6/1/2009 Amy "Miss Sassy Pants" H. says:

I'm going to Oceanique tonight and I can't wait! Valhrona Chocolate Pot de Crème...get in my belly!!!

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6/1/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Yes, please NOTE...you choose ONE dish from EACH course. Not all of the food listed :) Let's be reasonable! hehe.

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6/1/2009 Helena "Fernandena" B. says:

If a place is BYOB (HB) - it still would be for this, right?

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6/1/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Yes, absolutely!

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6/1/2009 Vanessa "Uses apostrophes correctly. Do you?" M. says:

Oceanique and Blue 13 -- so excited.

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Amy I'll be eagerly awaiting your review :^).

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6/1/2009 Candyce P. says:

Can't wait! I'm thinking Kinzie Chophouse... $25 prix fixe with those options are a steal for this place! :)

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6/1/2009 jenny "just give me a salad bar and a beer" m. says:

I just made my reservation for Nacional 27 for Thursday, I'm very excited cuz I've never been! I wanted to do HB tomorrow but turns out they are closed which I'm super bummed about since that was the only night I could go (stupid trip to WI this weekend means I only have 2 nights available this week to take advantage of this awesome Yelp Eats deal).

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6/1/2009 Brett "No, it's not a boys name" D. says:

My week looks like this..........

Kinzie
May Street Market
La Madia
La Gondola
Brasserie JO

...and I will look like this: FAT!

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6/1/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

So far...

Tapas Valencia
Nacional 27
Blue 13
La Madia

And...trying to make room for:

All the rest.

Crap.

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6/1/2009 emily "the white rhianna" n. says:

only Tapas Valencias for me. Stupid budgets... still stoked for some tapas though.

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6/1/2009 Josh "*sigh*" V. says:

I have La Madia tonight and Brasserie Jo Wednesday. Still trying to figure out the weekend. I have some very picky friends so my options are limited. Unless I ditch said picky friends. Hmm...

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6/1/2009 dan "dk" k. says:

I was bored and made a map of all the restaurants. Check it out

http://maps.google.com...

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6/1/2009 dan "dk" k. says:

Hmm, yelp is changing some parts of the link, so copy and paste this in your browser...

http://maps.google.com...

http://maps.google.com...

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6/1/2009 dan "dk" k. says:

nvm, i can't get it to link sry

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6/1/2009 dan "dk" k. says:

Finally got it to post without losing info!

http://tinyurl.com/Yel...

Enjoy

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6/1/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Dude, DAN! you rule! thank you!

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6/1/2009 Josh "*sigh*" V. says:

Dan, that map is awesome! But methinks you have a bit too much time on your hands. ;)

6/1/2009 Amanda G. says:

I'm so excited for Nacional 27 on Thursday. Have not eaten there yet!

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6/1/2009 Justin "Yes I am looking at your package!" H. says:

Ok I just did Uncommon Ground on Devon. Sadly nothing mentions these menus only are in the evening after 5pm. I still got the Gnocchi and it was amazing. Its ok im not a soup or salad fan but... I would have loved to do dessert. I skipped as I am trying to shed a few pounds still. Doing Kinzie Chop House on Thursday.

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6/1/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Hi Justin!

We mentioned a bunch of times that they are for dinner only...I'm sorry if this was confusing!

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6/1/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Also, just to note for everyone else...these menus are good when the restaurants would normally start serving dinner!

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6/1/2009 John "Mr Bad Touch" B. says:

How's that cat-herding going?

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6/1/2009 Andrea "W" R. says:

mmm....if anyone is still looking to make reservations try Tapas Valencia. My review here:
http://www.yelp.com/bi...

It was so delicious and such an amazing deal. Yay Yelp eats!!

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6/2/2009 Maria "teresita" F. says:

Seems like everyone I know is not interested in this - so if anyone is game, let me know. Any night but Fri or Sat and pretty much any place but Kiki's or Venus (did them last year!).

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6/2/2009 Erin "Hardy" P. says:

I think I am going to give in and go to one- now which one?

(Like I really had any wilpower anyway!)

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6/2/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

What are you in the mood for Miss Erin?

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6/2/2009 Erin "Hardy" P. says:

I have no idea which one to go to. . . I think I'll send the list to the BF and let him chose (since 99% of the time I choose where we eat)

Although the Tapas Valencia reviews sound pretty damned fantastic!

Which one are you looking forward to most CC, or was it last night?

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6/2/2009 Josh "*sigh*" V. says:

Erin, so far I've only done La Madia, but I can highly recommend it. Be prepared to get more food than you can eat. The appetizer salad is nearly entree size, the pizza could feed two (assuming you had an appetizer also), the pizza fondue is pretty big as well. And everything was so tasty! If you go I suggest taking half your entree home so you have room for the yummy dessert.

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6/2/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Kinzie Chop House might be a winner with the BF, lots of meat! :)

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6/2/2009 Erin "Hardy" P. says:

Josh- I am a big fan of La Madia, but should probably use this opportunity to try something new.

Kinzie might be the winner Colleen, we shall see!

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6/2/2009 Amy "Miss Sassy Pants" H. says:

Just an FYI, Oceanique does not give you a choice in your dessert. They give you a sampling of their pastries and they were all good. Try to request the bay leaf ice cream. You won't be sorry.

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6/2/2009 Carrie "Mrs. Cake Ball" S. says:

Erin and Colleen, my fiance picked out Kinzie Chophouse with the filet mignon and jumbo scallops on the menu. Tonight, we're doing Devon Seafood Grill.

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6/2/2009 Emily "singin' for her supper" Y. says:

I'm headed to Venus tonight and HB tomorrow! Woo hoo Yelp Eats! Restaurant Week!!!!

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6/2/2009 Carrie "Mrs. Cake Ball" S. says:

what's the dress code for Devon?? Is it really that dressy as the attire thing says???

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6/2/2009 Sixto "Alex" M. says:

I was originally only going to go to Nacional 27, but after reading all the reviews for Tapas Valencia, I'm going there, too!

6/2/2009 Abhishek M. says:

Just got back from Nacional 27. There were 3 of us and we got 3 different appetizers - Ahi Tuna & Watermelon (really good), Shrimp & Scallop Ceviche (Good), Shrimp Adobado (Blah). Portion sizes were rather small. For main course 2 of us got the fish. We were told that instead of the grouper, they had halibut. Either way, the dish was very flavourful and it came with russet potatoes and this yummy sauce and I am glad I got it. My friend got the chicken and it was disappointing (& dry) to say the least. For desert we all opted for the Callebaut Chocolate Cake. Once again we were informed that they ran out since they had a lot of people requesting the yelp menu. We could still get the Mango Ice and/or a Rum Cake. Once again, we all opted for you know what - the rum cake. But wait, don't make the mistake we did since it was just pound cake with a small scoop of icecream and a caramel rum drizzle on the side. In a nutshell, if you plan to go, get the Ahi Tuna, the Grouper and the Callebaut Chocolate Cake assuming they still have some left. Thank you Colleen for all your efforts in putting this together. Devon Seafood beckons on Thursday. :)

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6/2/2009 David R. says:

Oh man, Kinzie is my favorite steakhouse, and I was overlooking them since I've been several times. But calamari, scallops, and filet medallions sound awesome. Damnit.

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6/2/2009 Andrea "W" R. says:

We did Blue 13 tonight, which may have been better than last night's meal at Tapas Valencia..and I didn't think that was possible! I think they are pretty booked up this week, but see if you can get a reservation at Blue 13. Incredible!
http://www.yelp.com/bi...

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6/2/2009 David R. says:

I'm going to Blue 13 on Sunday. Hopefully they don't run out of good food by then.

Tonight's visit to Kiki's Bistro was disappointing. Looking to rebound tomorrow with HB.

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6/3/2009 jenny "just give me a salad bar and a beer" m. says:

I'm going to Blue 13 tomorrow...I could only get a reservation today for 9 pm so they are definitely booking up. Its a little late for me on a "school night", but I'm really looking forward to it!!

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6/3/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

OMG, Blue 13 is a HIT. Seriously. If you can find a reservation...I also suggest.

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6/3/2009 Amy "Miss Sassy Pants" H. says:

I'm seriously considering never eating again. And this was only after two nights!! How are some of you going to make it all week?!?!

Blue 13 knocks it out of the park.

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6/3/2009 Carrie "Mrs. Cake Ball" S. says:

I love Blue 13. We didn't do it last night. We did Devon. I had a bad review for it, but it's the truth. I think that I'm going to follow Brett's rec. and switch our reservs elsewhere. As long as there's red meat, Mr. Cake Ball will be happy.

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6/3/2009 Angie M. says:

9 hours ago David R. says: Looking to rebound tomorrow with HB.

LOVE HB! I hope you enjoy!!

I concur that Blue 13 was, much like Mr. Pibb and Red Vines, crazy delicious!

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6/3/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Yes, HB is probably going to be very good as well.

Anyone try the underdog (just opened!): Italiasia? Definitely worthwhile if you are near the Merch Mart for dinner...I'd say...

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6/3/2009 Amy "Miss Sassy Pants" H. says:

Even though I look like I swallowed a beach ball and I'm so full that I want to throw up, I'm contemplating La Madia and Tapas Valencia.

Colleen, you're killing me (in a good way!)

6/3/2009 zoe "put the lime in the coconut" s. says:

Yay for Blue 13 on Friday, I'm surprised I got a reservation at a decent hour.

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6/3/2009 Angie M. says:

I think I have a food hangover from Blue 13 last night.

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6/3/2009 John "Mr Bad Touch" B. says:

Venus on Friday. Not sure about tonight or tomorrow. Anyone have an opening?

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6/3/2009 Jackie P. says:

Hooray Blue 13 tonight for me and the twin!

6/3/2009 Sara "sadiemae" Y. says:

DH and I are hitting Blue 13 tonite. It's our last big date nite before our baby is born any day now. (Although he better not come tonite; I want to go out!) Can't wait for the mac n cheese!!!

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6/3/2009 melissa h. says:

omg i have a hard enough time deciding on lunch........all the courses sound fantastic!

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6/3/2009 mike "took a look in the mirror and said what's up" k. says:

seems like Blue 13 is going to be a popular place tonite...im there too!

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6/3/2009 Jackie P. says:

KK, Angela and I still have one seat available at Kinzie this Friday at 6 pm if anyone wants to join us. Just PM me.

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6/3/2009 David R. says:

Ah darnit, John, I just filled my last spot (Thursday) this morning. But I will also be at Venus on Friday. Perhaps I'll see you there.

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6/3/2009 Lauren "Order" H. says:

wow, you guys are hardcore. I went to one.
Empty wallets and stretchy pants in the future for you guys, huh?
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6/3/2009 David R. says:

I don't own stretchy pants. If needed, I would just wear no pants.

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6/3/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

I think our next Yelp swag should be...

expando-pants!

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6/3/2009 Josh "*sigh*" V. says:

Awesome idea, Colleen! And the beauty is they'll be one-size-fits-all.

6/3/2009 E. W. says:

Just got back from Oceanique. It was fabulous -- absolutely worth it. Also, thanks, Yelp, for having regular menu items on your special menu. It gives a much better sense of the restaurant than when there's a restaurant-week only menu. The shrimp and calamari salad was a standout, and we were pleasantly surprised by the generous dessert portions.

6/3/2009 Sara "sadiemae" Y. says:

Just got home from Blue 13. There are really no words but HELL YEAH! Between the 2 of us, my husband and I had the mac n cheese, butternut squash pasta, scallops and both of the desserts. It was FAN. TAS. TIC!

And I'm stuffed!

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6/3/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Don't forget you can review it here!

http://www.yelp.com/bi...

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6/3/2009 Andrea "W" R. says:

I took the night off from Yelp Eats, but I'm ready for more tomorrow...although I may need to buy some bigger pants. May Street Market...here I come!

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6/3/2009 Michael "I Am Of Peace, Always" G. says:

Just got home from La Madia. They are really nice. But my review will say the rest. :)

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6/4/2009 jenny "just give me a salad bar and a beer" m. says:

Went to Blue 13 tonight, it was my first time and I was blown away. Between my friend & I we tried everything on the Yelp Eats menu but the chicken entree and it was all fanfreakintastic. Review to follow tomorrow! I love Yelp Eats!!

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6/4/2009 love "lovestar" s. says:

Going to HB (Home Bistro) on Sunday!!!! woot!

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6/4/2009 Dawn L. says:

Kinzie Chop House on Monday, Blue 13 tonight, possibly Wave on Friday - and I want to get to Oceanique and May Street Market. So many choices, so little time!

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6/4/2009 MaryAnne "The only alcohol problem I have is I'm running low" M. says:

Have done Oceanique & Blue 13. Both stellar!
I hate to mention it since it's not one of the menu choices but: LOBSTER PIZZA!!!!

Anyone interested in Tapas Valencia for Friday......

6/4/2009 Craig C. says:

A tip for those going to Brasserie Jo, from someone in the know: definately order the beer and cheese beignets as your first course...they're fabulous. All three of the entrees are wonderful as well, but I'd recommend the sole. Also, for some reason the menu doesn't tell diners that there is ham in the macaroni and cheese, however, this can be omitted. Vegetarian? Order the mac and cheese, sans the ham, and ask for mushrooms and/or spinach to be added...there shouldn't be an extra charge, but you can inquire, just in case. One last tip...ask your server for chocolate or caramel sauce with your ice cream dessert...there won't be an additional charge.

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6/4/2009 Josh "*sigh*" V. says:

Darn it Craig, I was just there last night! I would have loved some caramel sauce on my ice cream.

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6/4/2009 John "Mr Bad Touch" B. says:

This week -- well, this month -- turned out to be a bad time for Yelp Eats for me. $25 turns into $35 with tax and tip, and if you add some boozahol... I ended up canceling some plans. Though I'm still doing Venus tomorrow!

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6/4/2009 Jackie P. says:

Blue 13 was fabulous! Will review everything after tomorrow's visit to Kinzie!

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6/4/2009 Candice "Party Monster" G. says:

Yelp Eats Feeding Schedule for Candice G:

Wednesday: Uncommon Ground
Thursday: Wine and Vine
Friday: Nacional 27
Saturday: Tapas Valencia early and then closing the night out with Blue 13.

Reservations Made: Check!
Belly Ready: Check!

Thanks for Organizing, Colleen!

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6/4/2009 Andrea "W" R. says:

Candice- 2 in 1 night? I'm SO impressed!

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6/4/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

SO FULL.

And now...the WEEKEND!

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6/5/2009 Candice "Party Monster" G. says:

Oh yes, Andrea... doing Tapas Valencia at 5:00 and Blue 13 at 10:00... and on the the 7th day I shall rest or make some attempt at getting to the gym before I run out of moo moos... thank God for boho chic and loose fitting attire. :)

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6/5/2009 David R. says:

Colleen, I feel your pain...

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6/5/2009 Nicole "more doodle" V. says:

Tonight a group of us are heading to May Street...can't wait! We've been looking forward to it all week! : )

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6/5/2009 Mabrie B. says:

Went to Nacional 27...So yummy!
Thanks Yelp Eats!

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6/5/2009 Kyle "Nachos" H. says:

The Stained Glass in Evanston last night! It's been brought!

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6/5/2009 Dan "I ate all the pickles" B. says:

HB Tonight!!!!! I am so excited! Now the question is what kind of wine to bring hmmmmmmm

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6/5/2009 Kathleen "Yelp Empress" M. says:

Ohhh, Chicago. I am returning to Atlanta about 10 lbs heavier (I wish I was exaggerating) and in serious need of detox, but it was all so completely and totally worth it! 3 nights of Yelp Eats, all a study in gluttony in their own right.

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6/5/2009 Diana "D Rod!" R. says:

Blue 13 tonight! Can't wait!

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6/6/2009 Chan K. says:

Omg i can't miss out on this. I'm going to try to double up tomorrow!!

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6/7/2009 Andrea "W" R. says:

Clearly I'm a Yelp Eats addict because yesterday morning I said I was done, but last night somehow I found myself pix fixing it up at Venus. And based on those portion sizes I think I'm going to full until at least August.

So now I'm for real done, but we do have one night left of Yelp Eats. Who's going out this evening for one last Yelp Eats meal?

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6/7/2009 David R. says:

[raises hand from prone position on couch]

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6/7/2009 Colleen "Moment Minion" C. says:

Whoa. I think we all ate a lot this week...

Thanks to all that helped make it a success!

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