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I just moved out of Lakeview after having lived there for about 6 years. The girlfriend and I decided to get a new apartment together in Andersonville.
Due to a busy work/school schedule I haven't had the chance to explore the neighborhood as much as I wanted. We tried a few restaurants so far (Vincent, the Brixton, Big Jones, Svea and Anteprima), and we're of course familiar with Hopleaf. Anyone have any recommendations for restaurants and/or bars in the area?
Due to a busy work/school schedule I haven't had the chance to explore the neighborhood as much as I wanted. We tried a few restaurants so far (Vincent, the Brixton, Big Jones, Svea and Anteprima), and we're of course familiar with Hopleaf. Anyone have any recommendations for restaurants and/or bars in the area?
Ignatz Mouse
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A Taste of Heaven has some really great choices, especially for brunch. Right at Balmoral/Clark.
I don't eat there often anymore, but Andie's was a staple for a long time. I prefer it to Reza'a, which is the other big Middle-Eastern food choice.
Another place I don't go often enough, but is really excellent, is La Fonda on Broadway. Not Andersonville but walkable. I have no idea how they are still in business as it's always empty, but the food is really good.
Pauline's at Balmoral/Ravenwood is good for a huge breakfast platter type meal.
Noodle Zone has good (but not great) Asian food at a really good price. Tanoshi has great sushi at a higher price.
Where in Andersonville are you? I'm just down the block from Vincent.
Excellent. Thanks for the recommendations. I've spotted Andie's already (hard to miss), but wil look up the others and maybe give some of them a try.
We are practically neighbors then. I live on Summerdale, east of Clark. Almost no excuse not to do a GAF meetup at some point.
That should happen, havn't seen much of andersonville.
Ignatz Mouse
Banned
Yep, you're just a street away.
Damn, I do too. I also miss Angel's. We went from 2 diners (three if Ann Sathers counts) to zero, which is a huge shame since diners are easy choices for family meals. Now we have to drive to get to one, other than Svea, which is really small.
I miss Augie's in andersonvilleused to go there once a week for breakfast for like...probably 7-8 years
Damn, I do too. I also miss Angel's. We went from 2 diners (three if Ann Sathers counts) to zero, which is a huge shame since diners are easy choices for family meals. Now we have to drive to get to one, other than Svea, which is really small.
Kingsbury Street Cafe is my favorite brunch in the city. Kanela Breakfast Club is damn good, too. Publican if you're near the Loop.
Mah man
IAmtheFMan
Member
Last one I went to was when ChitownBuffalo was still around which he organized, and we went to Galloping Ghosts.
Second only to Art of Pizza on Ashland
Love it.
What type of food do you want and how much do you want to spend?
OH god, I had to look at the calendar to make sure. Not doing that party again, rip.
tonight is pretty much round 2 though
Thug Waffle
Member
The Bottom Lounge tho
Saw Big KRIT there a couple weeks ago
Thug Waffle
Member
y u aksin us
cuz its expensive
Depending on where you live, street parking could be an option (though it can get dicey day-to-day). Renting a parking space in Lakeview's probably expensive, though. A buddy of mine told me his is like $150/month.
If a car isn't already in the picture, I'd recommend against it. If you're in Lakeview, odds are you won't be far from a Red or Brown Line station, which will get you to the Loop just fine.
Or you could always choose to live in a place that isn't Lakeview, pay way less in rent and live near an El stop (Blue Line, for example) AND have a car.
If a car isn't already in the picture, I'd recommend against it. If you're in Lakeview, odds are you won't be far from a Red or Brown Line station, which will get you to the Loop just fine.
Or you could always choose to live in a place that isn't Lakeview, pay way less in rent and live near an El stop (Blue Line, for example) AND have a car.
Look, it's a nice area, and maybe it suits your lifestyle better, but personally, Lakeview is an area that I really only venture into for the occasional restaurant or if I need to see a movie at the Landmark.
Sucks to live on the northside! I did feel a twinge of sadness pulling into Clark and Lake on the blue this morning. Stay warm out there for anyone getting fucked with their commutes this morning.
Depending on your neighborhood street parking is either free or permit. If you live in a permit district you will automatically be charged and receive one as part of your city sticker. Parking and everything in general sucks in Lakeview. Good luck!
A buddy of mine in Chicago posted this on his facebook the other day. I just had to share. Avoid those poops cars, GAF!
http://touch.redeyechicago.com/#section/-1/article/p2p-81998972/
http://touch.redeyechicago.com/#section/-1/article/p2p-81998972/
djcatskratch
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Picture of the Bus that was on fire:
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
Banned
Heading to Chicago for the weekend! So excited. Silly snow though.
What are the essentials to visit? I'll do some research by reading this thread as much as I can.
What are the essentials to visit? I'll do some research by reading this thread as much as I can.
Also, spot me some weed!
What kind of vacation is this and is this going to be your first time here? Are you looking to do tourist sightseeing stuff or bars/clubs/nightlife, or both? Where will you be staying?
btw, I can hook you up but can't spot you any. Sorry. PM me if you're interested.