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smoque bbq

Smoque BBQ

if you’re ever in the need for a pick-me-up kind of meal, you should definitely check out smoque up on pulaski. coming from a texan, you should definitely listen. you go up and order, bring your own beer, and food

smoque bbq

Smoque BBQ

if you’re ever in the need for a pick-me-up kind of meal, you should definitely check out smoque up on pulaski. coming from a texan, you should definitely listen. you go up and order, bring your own beer, and food

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Isla Pilipina

Like Goosefoot, this restaurant is in unexplored territory for me. And apparently this street is a gem. We have “Foodie Dinners” monthly at my amazing place of work. This time, Isla was chosen and we were shown a great time

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Isla Pilipina

Like Goosefoot, this restaurant is in unexplored territory for me. And apparently this street is a gem. We have “Foodie Dinners” monthly at my amazing place of work. This time, Isla was chosen and we were shown a great time

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Goosefoot

After a few tries to get reservations and two months later, we finally dined at Goosefoot! Goosefoot’s reservations are through OpenTable and are fully booked two months out. Quite competitive, and I’m sure if you exercise some patience (and a

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Goosefoot

After a few tries to get reservations and two months later, we finally dined at Goosefoot! Goosefoot’s reservations are through OpenTable and are fully booked two months out. Quite competitive, and I’m sure if you exercise some patience (and a

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The Publican

note: this is only about brunch. it’s one of my favorite brunches. (it was my birthday brunch.) i have yet to make it there for dinner, but will update as soon as i do. and i’ve heard it’s just as

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The Publican

note: this is only about brunch. it’s one of my favorite brunches. (it was my birthday brunch.) i have yet to make it there for dinner, but will update as soon as i do. and i’ve heard it’s just as

greenbush anger, a black IPA

Hopleaf – Greenbush Dinner

for my birthday dinner, matthew surprised me with a greenbush and hopleaf collaboration dinner. these dinners are quite the trend lately, local breweries pairing up with restaurants to showcase their beer and pair with the local fare. it’s awesome and

greenbush anger, a black IPA

Hopleaf – Greenbush Dinner

for my birthday dinner, matthew surprised me with a greenbush and hopleaf collaboration dinner. these dinners are quite the trend lately, local breweries pairing up with restaurants to showcase their beer and pair with the local fare. it’s awesome and

confit goat belly, bourbon butter, lobster n' crab, fennel

Girl & the Goat

one of my favorites, and one of the best in chicago. the lowdown: ★★★★★ get your reservation now. $$ (~$15 a dish) – small plates casual good for groups reservations recommended great wines and cocktails neighborhood:  west loop – i love

confit goat belly, bourbon butter, lobster n' crab, fennel

Girl & the Goat

one of my favorites, and one of the best in chicago. the lowdown: ★★★★★ get your reservation now. $$ (~$15 a dish) – small plates casual good for groups reservations recommended great wines and cocktails neighborhood:  west loop – i love

STRADA: roasted cauliflower, raclette, new potato, tropea onion, rosemary

Lula Cafe

the lowdown: ★★★★★ amazing. $$ (~$15 a plate) casual neighborhood: logan square – well this was an instant favorite. a mellow, laidback atmosphere combined with fresh, delicious food. haven’t had to wait for brunch – try their bloody mary or iced

STRADA: roasted cauliflower, raclette, new potato, tropea onion, rosemary

Lula Cafe

the lowdown: ★★★★★ amazing. $$ (~$15 a plate) casual neighborhood: logan square – well this was an instant favorite. a mellow, laidback atmosphere combined with fresh, delicious food. haven’t had to wait for brunch – try their bloody mary or iced

Egg Strada Cobbler with Tillamook Cheddar Cheese, Oven Roasted Vegetables and Sausage Topped with Creme Fraiche

PHX: Arcadia Farms

i want to live in this restaurant. the lowdown: ★★★★★ seriously. so. cute. $$ (~$20/person) casual, intimate good for groups or dates neighborhood: scottsdale get a reservation for larger parties – i posted on gogobot, “Heading to Phoenix for a wedding

Egg Strada Cobbler with Tillamook Cheddar Cheese, Oven Roasted Vegetables and Sausage Topped with Creme Fraiche

PHX: Arcadia Farms

i want to live in this restaurant. the lowdown: ★★★★★ seriously. so. cute. $$ (~$20/person) casual, intimate good for groups or dates neighborhood: scottsdale get a reservation for larger parties – i posted on gogobot, “Heading to Phoenix for a wedding

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NYC: Locanda Verde

if i could have a restaurant, this is what i would dream of. the lowdown: ★★★★★ such a delight! $$$$ (~$30-40/entree) trendy, upscale good for date night or small groups neighborhood: tribeca get a reservation – dark and cozy, yet inviting

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NYC: Locanda Verde

if i could have a restaurant, this is what i would dream of. the lowdown: ★★★★★ such a delight! $$$$ (~$30-40/entree) trendy, upscale good for date night or small groups neighborhood: tribeca get a reservation – dark and cozy, yet inviting

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DMK

my roommate and i can probably recite the menu by heart. the lowdown: ★★★★★ dmk has my heart. and tummy. and liver. $$ (~$9 burger, $5-10 drink) casual good for groups no reservations, so prepare to wait neighborhood: lakeview – FAVORITE

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DMK

my roommate and i can probably recite the menu by heart. the lowdown: ★★★★★ dmk has my heart. and tummy. and liver. $$ (~$9 burger, $5-10 drink) casual good for groups no reservations, so prepare to wait neighborhood: lakeview – FAVORITE