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5210 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 878-0894
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 878-0894
Simon's Tavern
Category:
Bars
Neighborhoods: Andersonville, Edgewater, Uptown
Listed in: Favorite Bars
8232 Mission Rd
Prairie Village, KS 66208
(913) 948-6900
Prairie Village, KS 66208
(913) 948-6900
Urban Table
Categories:
American (New),
Breakfast & Brunch,
Cafes
So a place called Urban Table resides in a cutesy suburban strip mall. Ok then.
And I'm glad it does! Johnson County needs more restaurants like Urban Table, that emphasizes local and organic ingredients, has a killer beer and wine list, and an overall relaxed vibe.
I live in Chicago, and came to Urban Table over the holidays with the family. We all enjoyed our food, I particularly enjoyed my Napa salad and my sister's Tagliatelle alla Bolognese. I also thought the craft beer menu was impressive compared to what I usually see offered in Kansas. I also thought the dinner menu had a nice variety of options.
Most of the complaints on Yelp seem to be about the ordering process for breakfast and lunch, but dinner service is sit-down and not stressful at all.
The only small complaint was that our server seemed kind of out of it, but we weren't in a hurry or anything, so it didn't matter.
And I'm glad it does! Johnson County needs more restaurants like Urban Table, that emphasizes local and organic ingredients, has a killer beer and wine list, and an overall relaxed vibe.
I live in Chicago, and came to Urban Table over the holidays with the family. We all enjoyed our food, I particularly enjoyed my Napa salad and my sister's Tagliatelle alla Bolognese. I also thought the craft beer menu was impressive compared to what I usually see offered in Kansas. I also thought the dinner menu had a nice variety of options.
Most of the complaints on Yelp seem to be about the ordering process for breakfast and lunch, but dinner service is sit-down and not stressful at all.
The only small complaint was that our server seemed kind of out of it, but we weren't in a hurry or anything, so it didn't matter.
800 New Hampshire
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 841-0990
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 841-0990
Star Bar at Pachamama's
Categories:
Bars,
American (New)
Star Bar is my go-to place when I visit Lawrence for cocktails. You only need two of 'em to be sufficiently drunk, and damn they are tasty.
On my last trip to KS, I had the Stormy on the Rye and the 8th Street Bourbon Press, and both were fantastic and very very strong! Like, whoa.
The prices for the cocktails are very reasonable ($7-9), and the atmosphere of Star Bar is swanky and makes you forget that you're in a college town.
I was there on the weekend, but I think they also have decent drink specials during the week, so maybe check that out if you're concerned about the cost.
On my last trip to KS, I had the Stormy on the Rye and the 8th Street Bourbon Press, and both were fantastic and very very strong! Like, whoa.
The prices for the cocktails are very reasonable ($7-9), and the atmosphere of Star Bar is swanky and makes you forget that you're in a college town.
I was there on the weekend, but I think they also have decent drink specials during the week, so maybe check that out if you're concerned about the cost.
All BBQ in Lawrence pales in comparison to its KC counterparts, but Biemer's is my bf's fave in town, so I gave it a shot. We both ordered pulled pork sandwiches, coleslaw, fries, and baked beans.
I hafta say, I enjoyed the sides way more than I enjoyed the sandwich! The coleslaw was fantastic and vinegar-y rather than mixed with mayo. The beans and fries were also solid.
As for the sandwich, I thought it was very, very dry. Even after dumping tons of BBQ sauce on, something just didn't quite work.
I hafta say, I enjoyed the sides way more than I enjoyed the sandwich! The coleslaw was fantastic and vinegar-y rather than mixed with mayo. The beans and fries were also solid.
As for the sandwich, I thought it was very, very dry. Even after dumping tons of BBQ sauce on, something just didn't quite work.
502 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Chicago, IL 60622
Grand Blue Line CTA Station
Category:
Public Transportation
Neighborhoods: River West, Near West Side, Noble Square
The amazing CTA employee that used to make everyone happy during their morning commute at the Grand Blue Line station got transferred to a different train station. BRING HIM BACK. I'm sad now.
1 Previous Review:
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8/25/2011
This review (like many of the others) is just for the CTA employee that works every weekday and says "Have a nice day" and smiles or waves to every single person that gets of at the Grand Blue Line Station. He is awesome!!!
1035 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 395-2483
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 395-2483
Bite Cafe
Categories:
American (New),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighborhood: Ukrainian Village
Biscuits and gravy with an egg on top, FTW!
I was really impressed with the brunch at Bite. I went there last weekend with a couple friends and we all had amazing food in a chill, quiet environment, which is rare for Sunday brunch it seems.
The wait wasn't as long as other brunch places in the area and the menu was small, but full of unique and tasty items like the aforementioned biscuits and gravy that was on special that day, as well as a pork hash that was deemed "awesome" and vegetarian breakfast poutine.
No complaints here-- I will definitely be back.
I was really impressed with the brunch at Bite. I went there last weekend with a couple friends and we all had amazing food in a chill, quiet environment, which is rare for Sunday brunch it seems.
The wait wasn't as long as other brunch places in the area and the menu was small, but full of unique and tasty items like the aforementioned biscuits and gravy that was on special that day, as well as a pork hash that was deemed "awesome" and vegetarian breakfast poutine.
No complaints here-- I will definitely be back.
1542 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 394-0100
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 394-0100
Penny's Noodle Shop
Category:
Thai
Neighborhood: Wicker Park
Not the best Thai/Asian food, nor the most "authentic", but if I'm in a hurry after work, their Thai friend rice with tofu really hits the spot AND the portions are so large, it can last for two meals or so.
The people that work here are also really friendly.
I've had a couple mediocre noodle dishes at Penny's, but the crab rangoon and the Thai fried rice are winners.
The people that work here are also really friendly.
I've had a couple mediocre noodle dishes at Penny's, but the crab rangoon and the Thai fried rice are winners.
1935 W Thomas St
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 235-9795
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 235-9795
Innertown Pub
Category:
Pubs
Neighborhood: Ukrainian Village
I can't believe I haven't reviewed my favorite neighborhood bar in Chicago. WTF.
Innertown Pub is mere minutes from my house and seems to be one of the only Ukrainian Village bars that hasn't been completely taken over by the "condo set" (Happy Village, I'm looking at you, bro).
Inntertown has funky decorations, a good selection of beers, and a very relaxed vibe. You can tell that they retain a lot of regulars, which is always a good sign to me. Also, ladies, this bar tends to have a lot of decent looking dudes.
On the weekends, definitely show up early-ish to snag a table.
Innertown Pub is mere minutes from my house and seems to be one of the only Ukrainian Village bars that hasn't been completely taken over by the "condo set" (Happy Village, I'm looking at you, bro).
Inntertown has funky decorations, a good selection of beers, and a very relaxed vibe. You can tell that they retain a lot of regulars, which is always a good sign to me. Also, ladies, this bar tends to have a lot of decent looking dudes.
On the weekends, definitely show up early-ish to snag a table.
Listed in: Favorite Bars
1822 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 276-0894
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 276-0894
Odd Obsession
Category:
Music & DVDs
Neighborhood: Bucktown
I'm so glad to have this video store in my neighborhood. I'm not into the whole Netflix or Redbox trip-- I actually really enjoy wandering through the aisles of this place and searching for the right movie-- or asking the dudes working if they have any suggestions.
Odd Obsession has a good selection of under the radar movies and I think the prices are fair. I also think the store is well organized.
People complain about the guys that work here but they've always been nice to me, and what do you expect from film nerds? They're gonna be a little awkward, come on. Don't take it personal.
Odd Obsession has a good selection of under the radar movies and I think the prices are fair. I also think the store is well organized.
People complain about the guys that work here but they've always been nice to me, and what do you expect from film nerds? They're gonna be a little awkward, come on. Don't take it personal.
I went to Brothers for the first time in years while back in Omaha for Thanksgiving and it's refreshing to know that nothing has changed.
The drinks are still cheap (their specialty is the Moscow Mule served in a gold mug), and the patrons are laid back and of the hipster variety.
I ran into a bunch of people I used to know in Omaha back in the day, so in a way it felt kind of like Cheers, where everyone knows your name.
Don't ever change, Brothers.
The drinks are still cheap (their specialty is the Moscow Mule served in a gold mug), and the patrons are laid back and of the hipster variety.
I ran into a bunch of people I used to know in Omaha back in the day, so in a way it felt kind of like Cheers, where everyone knows your name.
Don't ever change, Brothers.
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Yelping SinceAugust 2009
Things I Lovethe 1960s, Shalamar, djing, whiskey gingers, dancing, skyscrapers, pretzels, Left Hand Milk Stout, vintage jewelry, and cuddling.
Find Me InWicker Park, Chicago IL
My HometownOmaha, NE & Lawrence, KS
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I'm DJing or laying in my bed
Why You Should Read My ReviewsI'm moderately funny
The Last Great Book I ReadLife by Keith Richards
My First ConcertPrince. Beat that.
My Favorite MovieDon't Look Back
My Last Meal On EarthEggs Benedict
Most Recent DiscoverySt. Germain
Current CrushEmitt Rhodes
My friends and I trekked up to Andersonville for some Hopleaf and Simon's action. It was my first time at Simon's, and I'm so glad I made the effort to check it out.
I wish Simon's was closer to my hood (Wicker Park), because I really enjoyed the laid back crowd, the kitschy decorations, and of course, the glögg.
The next time I make it back, I want to sit in the living room seating area in the back and pretend I'm hanging out in my house!