Monica "Captain Adjective" V.'s Profile

My parents happened across this place and loved it so much, they took me here about a month ago, and I've been back about 4 times since. I've described this place as a micro-Chi Tungs since the space is by far smaller (which is a good thing in my book) and they have one menu with Chinese, Thai, and Japanese treats.

Two of my favorites have to be their Tempura Vegetables, which had a delicate crunchy coating while still letting the flavor of the veggies shine through, and their Orange Tofu, which had a spicy-sweet sauce that tasted fresh and homemade but never syrup-y and heavy like so many others I've had before. One of the best parts of my meal was probably one detail that often goes overlooked: the rice. The plain white rice that often accompanies most Asian meals might as well be used to fill small plush toys, but the rice from Bamboo Garden has *gasp!* FLAVOR! Yes, you might actually want to eat the rice that comes with your meal because its fluffy and has a light, earthy flavor that GOOD rice should have.

My parents tastes tend to be a bit more mainstream, so they opt for Beef & Broccoli and Shrimp & Pork Fried Rice. Served along with a pot of Oolong Tea, it makes for a delicious way to wind down, relax, and enjoy a quality, well-prepared meal.

The one star is because I'm sad. R.I.P. Super Burrito. When you closed, I knew my life would never be the same.

I used to love this place. I really did. I've been coming to this Leonas location since it opened. I've since moved further south and still made the drive to eat here. I've chosen to spend a few of my birthday meals here! However, the food is only incredible when they can get the order right. I understand that their food takes a while to prepare, it's always been well worth the wait! However, on more than one, more than two, and actually, more than three occasions within the past year they've gotten a whole order wrong. They brought a huge patty of beef when we ordered a Big Fat Vegan burger. Our request for a cheese and veggie pizza came back with sausage and pepperoni. These aren't small simple mistakes like forgetting the side of barbecue sauce. These are mistakes that ruin the whole meal which we've already waited paitently for only to recieve something we can't eat. The waiters and waitresses were usually unapologetic (only one waiter apologized and got the right order as quickly as possible.) It's sad that I can't go back to a place that I used to eat at often; their food was not only great tasting, but wholesome, too. I'll miss you, Leonas in Oak Lawn.

Somebody told me about this restaurant, so when my boyfriend and I were in the area, we decided to stop in. Right as you enter, there's  a banquet room that's closed off from the rest of the place, but just to the right is the dining area complete with bar. I was first suprised at how cute the whole place looked, and right away some light, wafer-thin crackers come out with different dips. The menu comes off as a little intimidating at firat, but hang in there, or better yet, ask a staff member if you're a bit overwhelmed. Saffron's attention to detail really shines when they bring your order out. Tiny candle-heating trays come out with these miniature copper kettles that house your food. And even though it doesn't seem like much in the dish, I still managed to walk out with leftovers. Highly recommended for those who enjoy savory feasts for the senses.

Love it! I actually like this store a bit better than the one at Chicago Ridge (the people are a bit friendlier and more willing to help.) To those of you who have never been to a Torrid store, it's owned by the same company that owns Hot Topic, but don't be scared, it's not strictly 'goth' or 'punk-ish' clothing; they have regular, everyday clothing, too. That super-cute kelly-green top you saw in the window at Charlotte-Russe? Torrid has it in your size, and it'll actually survive a few trips through the washing machine. Those other cheap-and-trendy stores can't say that. I love that they also have a career section for those of us who have jobs that call for a more professional appearance. It's not exactly the Avenue or Lane Bryant, though, we're talking the same black blazer and pants that appeal to your dress code, but with cuter buttons, gathered sleeves, and all those other cute, little trendy and modern touches that scream anything but "Grandma's closet."

I've given this store three chances since it opened and my last visit just yesterday was disappointment #3. The staff never once recognized me on either visit (I could've walked out with a whole new makeup bag and they wouldn't have noticed.) The staff is excessivley snobby; I'm talking total lack of eye contact, nothing like the people who work at the Oakbrook Terrace or Water Tower stores, and they don't really know anything about the products (I actually answered some questions that a customer had about a particular product line after a store associate had already 'helped' her.) I normally love Sephora, but I'd rather spend my money at another location, or better yet, Ulta.

My sister took me here a few weeks ago and though I've had Indian food many times before, I was kind of hesitant, but hungry nonetheless, so we went in and got the buffet... it was INCREDIBLE! The spicy foods were just spicy enough, the savory foods satisfied my hunger, and the carrot Halwa, though a bit runnier that I've had in the past, wasn't too sweet and had a nice carmelized flavor that left me craving more on the way home. I'd go back in a heartbeat if I was in the area again.

Not really impressed; the people working there were nice, but the sandwiches were bland and reminded me of those sandwiches you can buy at the gas station. Since I don't eat meat, the only choices I had were lettuce, tomatoes, condiments, and various sweet or spicy peppers, which doesn't make for a very filling meal. Luckily, there's a TBCY (?) yogurt place attached for when you need to get the bland sandwich taste out of your mouth.

My boyfriend and I no longer go to Best Buy or Circuit City to buy our CDs, we go straight to Disc Replay. It's the only place left in our neck of the woods since Unabused Music and the Music Recyclery both closed. They have a vast selection of used CDs, DVDs, and games, just be prepared to dig around to find something worthwhile, and we always leave with a bag full of new music. The staff has always been really nice and helpful, wether it's the classics you're searching for or something that just came out.

I pity those who don't live near a Home Run Inn location. Even though each location's menu varies, they all pretty much have the basic pizzas. The crust is thin enough to focus on the pizza toppings, but sturdy enough to hold them all up; flaky and buttery but with a bit of crunch. I always get the Strictly Veggie; largest size available, of course, which is topped with cheese, tomatoes, fresh basil, and diced yellow and green zuccini.  I recommend upgrading to the butter-herb crust for an extra-tasty treat!