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2659 N Spaulding Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 342-1771

2712 Building Apartments  

Category: Apartments
Neighborhood: Logan Square

4.0 star rating
3/19/2010 First to Review
These folks are totally nice and have a genuine interest in the people in their buildings. I've only been a tenant for a short time, but they are always prompt in providing assistance when and if I need it!

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2627 N Elston Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 252-6400

Strack & Van Til  

Category: Grocery
Neighborhood: Bucktown

5.0 star rating
3/6/2010
I would walk to the ends of the earth to shop here. Products on their shelves are all immaculately lined up at every hour of every day. It's art.

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652 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 345-8100

Brenda's French Soul Food  

Categories: Cajun/Creole, Breakfast & Brunch, Soul Food
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

5.0 star rating
3/6/2010
If you're from Chicago, and you like Lula Cafe, this is your place. It's tiny, the food is fancy and excellent, and the light is lovely.

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800 Greenwich St
San Francisco, CA 94133
(415) 440-8727

La Trappe  

Categories: Belgian, Gastropubs
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

1.0 star rating
3/6/2010
I had a very similar experience to Roth E. There were plenty of empty tables but the hostess wouldn't seat us because we were "only" ordering appetizers. It was 10pm! We came for fancy beers! From Chicago! Come on!

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3021 N Broadway
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 857-6500

Flub A Dub Chub's  

Categories: Hot Dogs, Burgers
Neighborhood: Lakeview

1.0 star rating
4/17/2009
The food here was actually quite good, but the owner completely ruined the experience. While my friends and I were ordering, the guy behind the grill (who later yelled that he owned the place) was swearing at the nice young chap taking our orders. There were several other groups in the tiny restaurant to muffle the sound, but by the time they trickled out, it became increasingly clear that the owner was still spewing expletives to this poor employee! The f-word was thrown around repeatedly, and we could hear every other word he screamed. It was entirely inappropriate and completely unpleasant. I will never go back on principle.

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1612 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 665-4500

The Long Room  

Category: Pubs
Neighborhood: Lakeview

5.0 star rating
2/14/2009
There is no place on earth that I would rather be drinking than The Long Room. Tasty beers, great bartenders, awesome music, and a photobooth- what more could a girl ask for?! I'll see you there.

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2701 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 832-9999

Sapori Trattoria  

Category: Italian
Neighborhoods: Lincoln Park, DePaul

5.0 star rating
2/14/2009
This is, hands down, my new favorite Italian restaurant in Chicago. My mom's co-worker has been recommending it for years, and I can't believe we didn't listen sooner!

Everyone who worked there from the waitstaff to the host to the owner were incredibly and genuinely nice people. Our waiter said that Sapori Trattoria is still his favorite restaurant and that he'd been coming there for years before he worked there- what a nice compliment!

Mom and I couldn't resist the combination of pumpkin ravioli and one of their specialty veal dishes. Every bite was mouthwatering! The lasagna got rave reviews from Mom's friend, so we actually asked our waiter if we could take an order home for my step-dad- no problem! I tried some the next day, and it was awesome!

I will most definitely be bringing my family or a hot date or good friends back here as soon as I can!

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1406 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 935-1212

Sapore di Napoli Pizzeria & Gelateria - CLOSED  

Categories: Italian, Pizza, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3.0 star rating
2/14/2009
I brought my family here somewhat accidentally. We were actually looking for another place with a similar name, but it turned out well. The bolognese sauce was quite delicious and their pizzas were big, crisp, and loaded with good stuff. Is it just me, or are the 'zas somewhat expensive here? I'd probably come back for gelato in the summer!

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1132 W Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 421-5547

May Street Market - CLOSED  

Category: American (New)
Neighborhoods: Near West Side, West Loop, Noble Square

5.0 star rating
2/14/2009
I can't believe it's taken so long for me to review May Street Market. My mom and step-dad took me here for my birthday (nearly a year ago now), but I think it's a good sign that I still remember it as being an excellent dining experience! Our server was great and so was the food. I will definitely be back as soon as possible!

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53 E Lake St
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 658-1250

Pastoral  

Categories: Cheese Shops, Delis
Neighborhood: The Loop

5.0 star rating
2/14/2009
Pastoral is my go-to place for summer box lunches for Grant Park concerts, and it's just as good throughout the year for amazing food and service. Their sandwiches are delicious, their cheese and wine selections are awesome, and their service is impeccable.

This is the kind of place where you can go in and ask for their suggestions without worrying that you'll get an eye roll. They will gladly give you just what you're looking for or go into great detail if you're interested. I once had a cheese monger explain the region where my cheeses originated. I love that!

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