Categories:
Greek,
Mediterranean
Neighbourhoods: Andersonville, Edgewater
This is one of those places where you wish it was a favorite, nay ACCEPTABLE past-time to go around people's tables and try a little bit of what they're eating. Not just from your friends' plates...I'm talking the Stranger Dangers' plates in your…More »
Category:
Thrift Stores
Neighbourhoods: Andersonville, Edgewater
Brown Elephant, to me, is where the (thrifting) party is at! Every time I step foot into this place I can't help but pop imaginary bottles and think to myself (and sometimes out loud), "Oh, it's on & poppin'..." Head-a-bobbin', sleeves-a-rollin'.
Yes,…More »
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Edgewater
McDonald's : Oreo Blizzards :: Lickity Split : RED VELVET CUPCAKE CONCRETES?!
Literally. They take fresh bakes "Made by Phoebe" and sandwich it in 2 big blobs of the super creamy custard of your choice (chocolate? vanilla? cherry?)...and mix it all…More »
Categories:
Breakfast & Brunch,
American (New),
Cafes
Neighbourhoods: Andersonville, Edgewater
4.5 stars, 795 reviews. You know it's true, M. Henry doesn't mess around when it comes to brunch.
I've hit up this place thrice now and every single time, it was, indeed perfection. Like FRIENDS episode when Chanandeler Bing was "shtuck, een un ATM…More »
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Bars,
Burgers
Neighbourhoods: Andersonville, Edgewater
2 for service. 3.5 for the burger. Somehow, in my head, that averages to 3...let it go.
Came here on a Friday night with a party of 7 for a friend's birthday. Arrived at around 7pm and there was going to be a 45-minute wait before they could seat us.…More »
Categories:
American (New),
Gastropubs
Neighbourhoods: Andersonville, Uptown
If I had to go to any bar on any given night, Hopleaf would be my number one choice. Besides the fabulous selection of import beers where I was introduced to and fell in love with Delirium Tremens (goblet of Belgian, strong blonde ale with excellent…More »
Categories:
Bars,
Pizza,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Andersonville, Ravenswood, Uptown
Konak's to me is one of those random places you end up in. Very well known for their late-night kitchen and the not-so-sloppy second to go to if/when Hop Leaf is as packed as a can of sardines.
$7 chicken tenders with super tangy honey mustard sauce…More »
Category:
Day Spas
Neighbourhoods: Andersonville, Uptown
Background: No chip manicures. Three times.
PROS
-No chip mani Groupon Now! deals (check often)
-Special $35 mani/pedi Tues-Thurs
-Very convenient location, I live in the area
-My 1st and 3rd no chip manis lasted me weeks. I mean WEEKS! But the 2nd one…More »
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Chicago, IL
Yelping SinceOctober 2009
Things I Loveself-adventuring, people-watching, microbrews, thrifting, flats, sushi, writing, lattes, zombies, hiking, world travel, b&w photography
Find Me Inskinny jeans & flats
My Hometownandersonville- chicago
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...i'm hiding in my fortress of solitude
Why You Should Read My Reviewsi'm a free spirit, exploding with curiosity. i try stuff. it's what i do.
The Last Great Book I Readthe hunger games
My First Concertfirst ever? dido. before she hooked up with eminem.
My Last Meal On Eartheverything smothered in cheese
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...i can't walk in heels...for the life of me
Most Recent Discoverydaiginjo & junmai sake
Current Crushgirl scout cookies- samoas