The Restaurant Thread

posted by Dr Winston O'Boogie

Great stuff.  Have you ever tried Saw's Juke Joint?

I have not. Might give it a try sometime though. 

In Richmond Indiana recently we ate at Firehouse BBQ and Blues before seeing comedian Haywood Banks, who is hilarious.

It is in an old firehouse.  BBQ ribs were fantastic as was  a pulled pork sandwich with mac and cheese on it.  

Fantastic old building and was a really cool place. They also have blues acts and it had started when were were there and it was very entertaining.

Not that there is any reason to go to Richmond, but if you find yourself in the area hit up Firehouse BBQ and Blues

Taking wife to Cleveland to see Mumford and Sons in March.  Made a reservation for Lola....what are some of their best dishes?

Ate at a tiny place called Rick's White Light Diner in Frankfort, KY on Saturday. It was featured on Diners, Drive-in's, and Dive's at some point. Really cool little spot.

posted by slingshot4ever

Taking wife to Cleveland to see Mumford and Sons in March.  Made a reservation for Lola....what are some of their best dishes?

The Hanger steak is legit. 

Lola's Hanger steak is excellent as well as their Pork Chop.

Willow Bistro     ... best prime rib ever

I have enjoyed three meal at Willow Bistro everyone was perfect... great place to enjoy great dinning

Went to the Casino in Dayton last night and then to Clancy's Tavern.  Warned it would be 90 min for food, but we stuck around.   PRime rib was exceptionally good, and had some leftovers this morning.\Goood stuff

So what are the best 2-3 places to get Pizza in Chicago near museums/solider field area?

Sbarros

posted by Verbal Kint

So what are the best 2-3 places to get Pizza in Chicago near museums/solider field area?

What exactly are you looking for? Those places aren’t really near the downtown area, but there is a Giordanos (not the original) nearby.

posted by Laley23

What exactly are you looking for? Those places aren’t really near the downtown area, but there is a Giordanos (not the original) nearby.

 

Ability to walk from hotel to a recommended pizza place

posted by Verbal Kint

Ability to walk from hotel to a recommended pizza place

Which hotel are you staying at?

posted by Laley23

Which hotel are you staying at?

 

Hilton Garden (south loop?) across from Field/Shedd

posted by Verbal Kint

Hilton Garden (south loop?) across from Field/Shedd

Oh, you’re way far south. That’s McCormick Place. I’ve never really been, but it’s a huge business area so I’m sure they have a ton of restaurants in the area.

For pizza though, I’d make the trip into heart of downtown for Lou Malnatis or Giordanos. But personal favorite, and best in city for Chicago style is Pequod's Pizza. But it’s further north.

posted by Laley23

Lou Malnatis or Giordanos. But personal favorite, and best in city for Chicago style is Pequod's Pizza. But it’s further north.

 

Thanks, they each have a location within walking distance of the hotel

posted by Verbal Kint

Thanks, they each have a location within walking distance of the hotel

Lou's is better, IMO.

posted by Fab4Runner

Lou's is better, IMO.

Agree for most part. But if you go deep dish (I never do, unless a friend wants to try) I prefer Giordanos. The thin crust and other menu options (Lou’s salad is great) are all better.

posted by Fab4Runner

Lou's is better, IMO.

Period. End of discussion.

Mad Dogs Beer and Dogs:   https://www.maddogsandbeer.com/?fbclid=IwAR1q28AxDyDuZukMcNfyWDOGGqJT8kEhgdsk-ig3C_klt9I9pbNQDSa8uFs

If you find yourself in the area of Marysville you need to check out Mad Dogs.  Buddy opened this less than a week before the Government shut down the state but they are surviving. 

Made my first trip last night and man, their dogs are amazing.  We got the peanut butter and jelly, and the one with hot cheetos on it.

TOP NOTCH!

The barrell tater tots, never had anything like them and man they were amazing.  He even whipped up his brussels sprouts specialty.

Yea, brussell sprouts.  Tell you waht, that shit was legit and a must try.

Would give them an 8/8.  It is also a fantastic beer bar.  Looks fantastic inside.

Give it a try if you are in the area!