Chicago has longed been known as a great area, with tremendous restaurants. Although, they made the pizza and hot dog popular, other types of cruises are also great here. When looking for fresh seafood, one should try McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant. This eatery has a long history in the area and is located near the historic Sofitel Chicago Water Tower. They serve entrees such as Cornmeal Crusted Walleye or a delicious Pretzel Crusted Whitefish. With entrees like this, one should not leave Read the rest of this entry » »
Chicago is famous for pizza and deep dish places to eat. There are so many different spots where people can get some great deep dish pizza. Some of these places include Giordanos and Unos. These are located all over the Chicago land area. They have some of the best deep dish pizza that you will ever taste. Whether you go downtown Chicago or go somewhere close to the city, you will be able to find so many different pizza places that you will be amazed. Lou Malnati’s is Read the rest of this entry » »
Chicago offers some of the best submarine sandwiches in the US. If you are planning on a visit to Chicago, or are a current resident looking to mix things up a bit here are some of the top rated submarine sandwiches to eat in Chicago. Not only are they all delicious and nutritious, they are affordable. From the classic sub to more complex options, here are the top three best subs available in the Chicago area.
Captain Nemo-s of Chicago Sub Sandwich
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So you’re planning a trip to the Windy City on your Satellite Star Internet and you haven’t decided where to eat. Odds are, if you’re going all the way to Chicago you’re going to want some pizza so where’s the best place to go? Here’s our top three for you to take a look at
Lou Malnati’s: The disputed king of deep dish, Lou’s has a buttery, rich crust and a pie that Read the rest of this entry » »
When visiting Chicago and seeking a great steak house you’ll be met with some nationally-known fare like Ruth’s Chris, Morton’s, The Capital Grill, and The Palm; but if you want to experience some authentic Chicago that’s been around since 1941, you should definitely make sure you put Gene & Georgetti on your itinerary (and in your tummy). Founded by Italian-born Gene Michelotti and Alfredeo “Gerogetti” Federighi the restaurant has attracted the likes of Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope, and Lucille Ball over the years as well as current celebrities like Russell Crowe and Vince Vaughn; and it has even been serving some of the same customers for more than 50 years!Start your dinner with a delicious appetizer like Shrimp De Jonghe or Stuffed Mushrooms and then move on to an aged prime beef entre (ranging from Filet Mignon to T-bone and everything in between) or Italian delights such as Chicken Vesuvio or Eggplant Parmigiana for those non-steak eaters in the crowd. And for seafood lovers there are Lobster, Salmon, Chilean Sea Bass, and Shrimp specialties to choose from, as well. The menu is Read the rest of this entry » »
If you find yourself craving a fix for your “Chicago thin” pizza addiction you might want to check out a few of these local favorites that were reviewed by Chicago Magazine in their search for the “best” of the best the City has to offer. While we wish we could have sampled each one for its culinary delight, we defer to the ultimate recommendations for the “perfect pie” as made by the magazine. Great Lake (1477 W. Balmoral Avenue) reviewers recommended trying the cremini mushroom and dante cheese combo. Crust (2056 W. Division Street) reviewers recommended the flammkuchen (which is a thin pizza with crme fraiche instead of tomato sauce how yummy does that sound?) Union Pizzeria (1245 Chicago Avenue, Evanston) reviewers recommended the lamb sausage, eggplant, and kalamata olive combo. Macello (1235 W. Lake Street) reviewers recommend the Bianca for a true flavor delight.Pizano’s (864 N. State Street) reviewers recommended the plain old sausage with its carmelized edges. Coco Pazza (300 W. Hubbard Street) reviewers recommended the coppa (dry-cured pork that is renowned to be more tender than prosciutto).Apart Pizza Company (2205 W. Montrose Avenue) reviewers recommend the restaurants signature pie which includes sausage, pepperoni, and mushrooms. Gruppo Di Amici (1508 W. Jarvis Avenue) reviewers recommended the funghi e formaggi a delectable combination of mushrooms and goat cheese. Paula & Monica’s (1518 W. Chicago Avenue) offers up a thin with sausage that reviewers found to be their favorite. Aurelio’s (18162 Harwood Avenue) received accolades for its thin with black olives cooked in an oven dating back to 1959.
One of the most popular cuisines in America (other than Mexican) is Italian. We love our pasta and pizza dishes, and luckily, Chicago has a variety of Italian restaurants to serve up our favs. We’ve been to a few, and while it was hard to choose, we’ve picked 3 that we’d highly recommend.Phil Stefani’s 437 RushThe restaurant offers delectable Italian meals and steaks. Some of 437 Rush’s best steaks include the Filet Mignon and Veal Chop. However, there’s plenty pasta and seafood choices, too. Whichever dish you pick, the Italian chef (Federico Comacchio) ensures that best Italian flavor is delivered in your meal. Read the rest of this entry » »
For anyone who appreciates city style, there’s nothing like being in Chicago. Tavern at the Park recreates that urban feel, and provides the chance to unwind and enjoy the city.The dark wood furniture, with the neutral beige walls and vintage Chicago posters, create a luxurious restaurant that blends both past and present dcor. In-fact, Tavern at the Park resembles a millionaire’s penthouse, but with a roaring twenties atmosphere. Plus, the bar and balcony big windows, as well as the patio space, allow for great views of the city. Read the rest of this entry » »
While Chicago offers a variety of unique restaurants, sometimes it’s nice to stick with the restaurants we know. Here are two of the best worldwide restaurants you can find in Chicago.Bubba Gump Shrimp CompanyShrimp lovers look no further than Bubba Gump Shrimp. Not only is the seafood delicious, but many of the items are named after the classic film Forest Gump: like Lt. Dan’s Drunken Shrimp (served in a Bourbon Sauce). Shrimp lovers should definitely try the Traditional Shrimp Cocktail (ten jumbo shrimps and cocktail sauce) and the Shrimper’s Heaven (with four different kinds of shrimp). Read the rest of this entry » »
If you’re looking to enjoy a dynamic dining experience, there’s no better restaurant than Carnivale. With Latin cuisine, vibrant colored walls, and dance-inspiring sounds, you’ll feel like dancing even if you don’t know how.Before you’ve had a chance to indulge your tastes, the restaurant stimulates your other senses. The restaurant makes a bold statement with its bright red entrance and multicolored sign. Inside showcases the same burst of color. There are paintings with blurred shades of red, pink, green, and yellow, as well as a ceiling piece of bright colored tiles. Even the light fixtures offer interchanging red and yellow tops; similar to a circus tent. Read the rest of this entry » »