Scarlet_Buckeye
Posts: 5,264
Feb 9, 2011 10:32am
I'm heading to Chicago for the weekend with my two roommates, and I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations / suggestions on places to go, eat, visit, etc.
I've been to Chicago once, but I was in 3rd grade or so, so I'm sure things have changed since, and I'm sure I'm going to be interested in seeing other things that, say, a 3rd-grader wouldn't be down for.
We should be arriving sometime late Friday night, and we will be heading back mid-day Sunday. We're hoping that with Valentine's Day this weekend, any ladies out at the bars will more than likely be single ladies. So should be pretty fun [we're hoping].
Any help is greatly appreciated.
I've been to Chicago once, but I was in 3rd grade or so, so I'm sure things have changed since, and I'm sure I'm going to be interested in seeing other things that, say, a 3rd-grader wouldn't be down for.
We should be arriving sometime late Friday night, and we will be heading back mid-day Sunday. We're hoping that with Valentine's Day this weekend, any ladies out at the bars will more than likely be single ladies. So should be pretty fun [we're hoping].
Any help is greatly appreciated.
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UANyg
Posts: 265
Feb 9, 2011 10:47am
In my experience unless the wait isn't too bad, i would go up to the top of John Hancock Tower instead of Willis (Sears) Tower. At that height, the view is almost identical and the only thing different is the novelty of being in Willis (Sears) Tower. Also make sure you hit up Pizzeria Uno or another great Chicago style pizza place.
justincredible
Posts: 32,056
Feb 9, 2011 10:47am
If you like hot dogs, go here: http://www.yelp.com/biz/chicagos-dog-house-chicago-2
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Feb 9, 2011 10:53am
If you REALLY like hot dogs, go here: http://www.hotdougs.com/. Best dogs I've ever had, and if you go on Friday or Saturday you can get some duck fat fries.
Head to Lincoln Park or River North if you're looking for the bar scene. Wrigleyville is a big frat party if you're into that sort of thing.
Head to Lincoln Park or River North if you're looking for the bar scene. Wrigleyville is a big frat party if you're into that sort of thing.
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september63
Posts: 5,789
Feb 9, 2011 10:54am
Even though it will be cold, I would still head up and check out Wrigley and the surrounding bars in Wrigleyville.
IMO neither Ditka's nor Harry Caray's food is all that great but they are attractions.
IMO neither Ditka's nor Harry Caray's food is all that great but they are attractions.
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khujo
Posts: 111
Feb 9, 2011 10:55am
Weiner's Circle for late night drunken food.
Be sure to order the chocolate shake!
Be sure to order the chocolate shake!
Belly35
Posts: 9,716
Feb 9, 2011 10:57am
My daughter lives in Chicago Lakeview Area
They are still digging out a liitle ...
Lots to do if you know how to get around...
Like cornbeef "Eleven"
http://www.chicagotraveler.com/chicago_events.htm
http://www.chicagotraveler.com/calendars/wc022011.htm
They are still digging out a liitle ...
Lots to do if you know how to get around...
Like cornbeef "Eleven"
http://www.chicagotraveler.com/chicago_events.htm
http://www.chicagotraveler.com/calendars/wc022011.htm
september63
Posts: 5,789
Feb 9, 2011 10:58am
Ive been to both NYC and Chicago and I have to say all things considered, I had more fun in Chicago. Chicago is expensive, but not NYC expensive.
I suggest you and your buddies all contribute 75.00 to a cab fund and let one guy take care of paying cabbies. If there is money left at the end just divide it back up.
I suggest you and your buddies all contribute 75.00 to a cab fund and let one guy take care of paying cabbies. If there is money left at the end just divide it back up.
Belly35
Posts: 9,716
Feb 9, 2011 10:58am
Did your street get cleared yet.... my daughter digging her car out this weekendgorocks99;671428 wrote:If you REALLY like hot dogs, go here: http://www.hotdougs.com/. Best dogs I've ever had, and if you go on Friday or Saturday you can get some duck fat fries.
Head to Lincoln Park or River North if you're looking for the bar scene. Wrigleyville is a big frat party if you're into that sort of thing.
4cards
Posts: 2,551
Feb 9, 2011 11:00am
...If you've seen the old SNL skits with Belushi, Aykroyd and Murray then you would remember the "Billy Goat Tavern"Scarlet_Buckeye;671388 wrote:I'm heading to Chicago for the weekend with my two roommates, and I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations / suggestions on places to go, eat, visit, etc.
I've been to Chicago once, but I was in 3rd grade or so, so I'm sure things have changed since, and I'm sure I'm going to be interested in seeing other things that, say, a 3rd-grader wouldn't be down for.
We should be arriving sometime late Friday night, and we will be heading back mid-day Sunday. We're hoping that with Valentine's Day this weekend, any ladies out at the bars will more than likely be single ladies. So should be pretty fun [we're hoping].
Any help is greatly appreciated.
"Cheezb0rger, Cheezborger, Cheeszborger.
Fries?........No fries Chips.
Pepsi?...No Pepsi,COKE!"
...Also, the Museum of Science and Industry is a great place to kill a few hours.
september63
Posts: 5,789
Feb 9, 2011 11:03am
Ahhh the Billy Goat Tavern. I had a burger there. It is an underground establishment.
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wkfan
Posts: 1,641
Feb 9, 2011 11:04am
Lots to do in Chicago......Navy Pier, shopping on Michigan Avenue, Art Institute, Architectural boat tour on the river (if ehya re running int eh winter), lots of great resturants and bars.
Great town!
Great town!
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Feb 9, 2011 11:04am
Belly35;671435 wrote:Did your street get cleared yet.... my daughter digging her car out this weekend
The middle of the street is driveable but my car is still buried. Thankfully I haven't had to drive anywhere yet, but I'm planning to dig the car out this coming weekend as well just so it's not covered. The good news is we're supposed to almost hit 40 on Sunday so some of the snow will melt!
Tiger2003
Posts: 15,421
Feb 9, 2011 11:05am
Go to Garrett's Popcorn and get a gallon of Chicago Mix. It is the best popcorn you will ever eat.
For a lunch or dinner- Exchequer Restaurant and Pub they have great deep dish pizza.
We were just in Chicago on our way to North Dakota.
For a lunch or dinner- Exchequer Restaurant and Pub they have great deep dish pizza.
We were just in Chicago on our way to North Dakota.
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Oldman82
Posts: 68
Feb 9, 2011 11:20am
Plenty of places to shop and eat on the Magnificant Mile.
SQ_Crazies
Posts: 7,977
Feb 9, 2011 11:26am
Eh, Portillo's has the best hot dogs.
Theres all kinds of stuff to do. Go stay for a night in The Sutton Place and go out to the bars around there, you'll thank me later. Oh and go see ANYTHING at the Chicago Theatre. The building is incredible.
Love Chicago, was just there last week.
Theres all kinds of stuff to do. Go stay for a night in The Sutton Place and go out to the bars around there, you'll thank me later. Oh and go see ANYTHING at the Chicago Theatre. The building is incredible.
Love Chicago, was just there last week.
OSH
Posts: 4,145
Feb 9, 2011 11:38am
I just checked out Hot Doug's website. Better hit it up this weekend, it'll be closed February 14-March 1.
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Feb 9, 2011 11:48am
OSH;671516 wrote:I just checked out Hot Doug's website. Better hit it up this weekend, it'll be closed February 14-March 1.
They run some crazy hours, but it's so worth it. Their specialty dogs are out-of-this-world good. Some samples from today's menu:
Chardonnay and Jalapeno Rattlesnake Sausage with Roasted Yellow Pepper Dijonnaise and Cranberry Wensleydale Cheese
Foie Gras and Sauternes Duck Sausage with Truffle Aioli, Foie Gras Mousse and Fleur de Sel
Cognac-Infused Pheasant Sausage with Dijon Goat Butter and Walnut-Studded Gouda Cheese
Cherry and Apple Pork Sausage with Sir William Pear Mustard and Vosges Bacon Chocolate
That said, you can still get just the standard Chicago dog there too - and it's damn good.
justincredible
Posts: 32,056
Feb 9, 2011 11:52am
gorocks, have you been to Chicago Dog House? If so, is Hot Doug's THAT much better? I haven't been to Hot Doug's yet but I plan on going when I'm (hopefully) in Chicago in March.
justincredible
Posts: 32,056
Feb 9, 2011 11:52am
Oh, if you like tshirts hit up the Threadless store.
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Feb 9, 2011 11:58am
justincredible;671550 wrote:gorocks, have you been to Chicago Dog House? If so, is Hot Doug's THAT much better? I haven't been to Hot Doug's yet but I plan on going when I'm (hopefully) in Chicago in March.
I have not been to Chicago's Dog House yet - it's pretty close to me so I'll have to go and check it out. But I will say that Hot Doug's is the highest rated restaurant with 1000+ reviews on Yelp that I've probably ever seen: http://www.yelp.com/biz/hot-dougs-chicago. Plus, it made Anthony Bourdain's 13 places you have to eat before you die list: http://www.menshealth.com/bestfoods/food_features/13_Places_to_Eat_Before_You_Die.php
Scarlet_Buckeye
Posts: 5,264
Feb 9, 2011 12:17pm
Thanks to all those who have supplied ideas. I'm really excited about Hot Doug's - definitely going to have to hit that up. Any other recommendations are still greatly appreciated. We're not exactly sure what we're still going to do.
Fab4Runner
Posts: 6,196
Feb 9, 2011 12:35pm
I'll be heading to Chicago for the first time in July for a bacherlorette party....I can't wait to get some pizzaaaaaaaaaaa.
oberhaus
Posts: 868
Feb 9, 2011 12:49pm
gorocks99;671541 wrote:They run some crazy hours, but it's so worth it. Their specialty dogs are out-of-this-world good. Some samples from today's menu:
Chardonnay and Jalapeno Rattlesnake Sausage with Roasted Yellow Pepper Dijonnaise and Cranberry Wensleydale Cheese
Foie Gras and Sauternes Duck Sausage with Truffle Aioli, Foie Gras Mousse and Fleur de Sel
Cognac-Infused Pheasant Sausage with Dijon Goat Butter and Walnut-Studded Gouda Cheese
Cherry and Apple Pork Sausage with Sir William Pear Mustard and Vosges Bacon Chocolate
That said, you can still get just the standard Chicago dog there too - and it's damn good.
Holy shit. So how much does these dogs cost?
oberhaus
Posts: 868
Feb 9, 2011 12:51pm
justincredible;671552 wrote:Oh, if you like tshirts hit up the Threadless store.
My wife buys shirts from there online all the time.