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Casey Moran's

Category: Sports Bars
Neighborhood: Lakeview

7/23/2010

I checked this place out yesterday and it was flat out horrible. The service was atrocious. The bar was virtually empty except for our group and the two bartenders stood at the opposite end of the bar and acted irritated when anyone wanted a drink.

When there are so many bars in Wrigleyville, nearly all being clones of each other, there is no reason to settle for something like this.

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3352 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60657

D.S. Tequila Company

Category: Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighborhood: Lakeview

6/28/2010 First to Review

D.S. Launched with a soft open this weekend and while they aren't serving food yet, their frozen margarita machines were chilling some fantastic creations. They have a handful of flavored margs but I went for a standard margarita made with their own brand of tequila. It was a little sweet, but overall very good and packed a definite punch. My favorite part - no nasty hangover the next day.

As for the atmosphere, when we entered there were patrons dancing on the bar Coyote ugly style, and thi seems to be intended. On one end the bar is an easy step up from the floor and there are rails above the bar for holding onto. The lighting in the place is great, be sure to look up when you stop in to see some special lighting.

Boystown deserved a new name on the strip, I can't wait until their patio is open and the food is being dished out!

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750 W Cornelia Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 248-8333

Queens Tavern & Bistro - CLOSED

Categories: American (New), Bars
Neighborhood: Lakeview

11/14/2009

Cornelia's was always a favorite of mine. They've really upped the ante with the latest changes, though. The one thing that didn't change though is the exceptional quality of food. Last night I went and tried their nightly special which was a brisket that had been slow-cooked for 24 hours and came with real mashed potatoes and a horseradish sauce. It was perfectly cooked and flavored and I wish it were a regular item on the menu. The service, the food, the wines, the atmosphere - these are all reasons why you should also make this a regular spot for dining and drinking!

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505 E 6th St
New York, NY 10009
(212) 777-2555

Eastern Bloc

Category: Gay Bars
Neighborhoods: East Village, Alphabet City

11/14/2009

I think all gay men have a fantasy of what their bar would look like if they opened one. Eastern Block is nothing like what I have in my imagination, but I'll be damned if it isn't more fun than a jar of peanut butter and a spoon. To be perfectly clear, everything about the place seems random and just a little grungy. The drinks were strangely cheap for a Manhattan bar; and not in the slightest bit weak. If you find yourself anywhere near this bar it is an absolute must visit.

Oh, and it's "Goat Czech" for those commenting on the sign. I remember that from the sober part of my night.

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322 E 14th St
New York, NY 10003
(212) 477-4744

Nowhere

Category: Gay Bars
Neighborhoods: Gramercy, East Village

Update - 11/14/2009

Still scares me. I revisited this bar because my friend insists that I went on a bad night and that it usually isn't that weird. Well, ladies and gentlemen, it was even more weird! Think crowds of middle-aged men and one twenty-something in his underwear for every three of the aforementioned. I was tempted to call them go-go boys but they don't dance, and they aren't strippers because that is to say they had clothes on at some point. In any event, the beer was cheep and it was good fun so I'm upping the rating! If you have Nowhere else to go (teehee) then you might just have a randomly fun time at this strange little bar.

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3/30/2008
This place scares me. They had the bar sectioned up using black garbage bags. I walked past one room and there were people in the back doing unimaginable things. It did have good prices on Yuengling so I'll give it an extra star for that.
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46 E Superior St
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 664-0100

Salute Wine Bar - CLOSED

Category: Italian
Neighborhood: Near North Side

8/31/2009

I stopped by Salute for the first time a couple weeks ago for dinner with a coworker. The atmosphere was very inviting and sitting outside was great. I had a few glasses of wine, of course, but the food is what really won me over. I had the "Grazie" sandwich - out of this world delicious. If you like turkey and cranberry I highly recommend it! For dessert I had the homemade cannolis (one regular and one fig.) Again, they were great. Second time around I tried the tiramisu for dessert and even though I generally don't like tiramisu I thought it was delicious.

The absolute best thing about Salute is that they play old Italian movies on Thursdays on the wall of the building next door. I brought a date and he raved about the food and the experience afterward. I won't go into the gory details but let's just say the date was a success :) Thank's Salute!

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3736 N Broadway St
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 404-0555

Jai-Yen

Category: Sushi Bars
Neighborhood: Lakeview

7/24/2009

BYOB: I love Jai-Yen for a few simple reasons. The food is good, the food is cheap, and the food is fast. I'll often order my food by phone and by the time I get there it is ready for me (I don't live far away). My favorite is the fried rice with chicken though I've had some of their sushi and it was all pretty good.

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233 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 621-1111

Hannah's Bretzel

Categories: Sandwiches, Gluten-Free
Neighborhood: The Loop

7/4/2009

Every once in a while we'll order in Hannah's Bretzel for lunch at work. That means every once in a while I am unbelievably excited just before the lunch hour. Yes, it's true, Hannah's is my favorite lunch spot during the work week.

I always order Sergio's Special. I love the combination of mango chutney and jalapeno. Mixing spicy and sweet is one sure-fire way to win me over and they've done it excellently with this sandwich. Top it off with pretzel bread and you can call it perfection. It's official, my heart has been won over. I don't know who Sergio is but thank you :)

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340 W Armitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 281-9101

Geja's Cafe

Category: Fondue
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

7/4/2009

WOW.

I bought a Groupon for Geja's a few months ago and it almost expired before I made it here but boy, am I glad I managed to squeeze it in. Geja's is an amazing little maze of a restaurant. Whilst mostly a date spot, I actually went with two friends, and it wasn't entirely awkward. In fact, I would recommend breaking the norm and bringing your friends along for the experience!

Everything about Geja's is wonderful. The atmosphere, the service, and most of all the food. Like I need an excuse to eat melted cheese or fry things in hot oil? Step out of my way, I've got my bib on already!

Geja's has a fairly extensive wine list but if you have trouble picking I recommend ordering one of the wine flights. They do a fairly good job of pairing your wines for your meal in this regard and I found that their selections were both appropriate and entirely YUM. Of course, you can always make your own selections, or, should you prefer, ask for assistance in ordering from the regular wine list.

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5200 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 271-5233

Icosium Kafé

Categories: Creperies, Breakfast & Brunch
Neighborhoods: Andersonville, Uptown

7/4/2009

Let's see how simple I can keep it this morning.

The food is pretty good. Not the best crepes I've ever had but certainly far far far from the worst. I really enjoyed the turkish coffee. Granted I've nothing to compare it to but I liked it! Waitress was nice. Overall a great spot to stop for a bite to eat the next time your in that neck of the woods!

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