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    Bar Name
    Casey Moran's
    Description
    In the Wrigelyville area right outside of Wrigley Field, there is a large bar with a couple of different bars and an outside seating area. Lots of TVs and it gets quite busy, especially after a game.
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    3660 N Clark St
    Chicago, IL 
    (773) 755-4444

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    Bar Name
    Cubby Bear Lounge
    Description
    One of the slightly quieter bars in Wrigleyville, right next to Wrigley Field. Decent beer selection, though it was all plastic cups.
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    1059 W Addison St
    Chicago, IL 
    (773) 327-1662

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    Bar Name
    Gunther Murphys Public House  (http://www.gunthermurphys.com)
    Description
    Directly outside the entrance to Wrigley Field. Large bar with decent beer selections. Beers are about 6 bucks, and there are many TVs around... that, and a ton of Cubs fans!
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    1638 W Belmont Ave
    Chicago, IL 
    (773) 472-5139

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    Bar Name
    Signature Room at the 95th  (http://www.signatureroom.com)
    Description
    Located on top of the Hancock Center (95th and 96th floors), this bar boasts the best view of the city. That would be true, if everyone wouldn't be standing in front of the windows taking pictures with a flash. If you aren't seated by the window, don't expect to enjoy the view.

    And, if you're looking to enjoy the view, just pay for the admission to the Hancock Observatory (94th floor) and see an unobstructed view.

    Customers were sloppy and drunk, and the prices were way too expensive for the little value you get out of it.

    Also, come at an off-time as this tends to be a trendy hang out. I can only guess that it's everyone's first time, as I'd never go back.
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    875 N Michigan Ave
    Chicago, IL 
    (312) 787-9596

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    Bar Name
    The Berghoff  (http://www.17westchicago.com)
    Description
    Also known as 17 West, this upscale bar didn't start serving women until the 1960s (which explains why there's only a men's restroom in the bar section). Good, reasonably priced beer selection (the lager was excellent) and samplers in off times. Call to check for lunch times, as we missed the lunch hour of 11:30-2:30 (though they say it's changing).

    The Berghoff is known for their meats. I'd highly recommend the bratwurst.
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    17 W Adams St
    Chicago, IL 
    (312) 427-3170

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    Museum Name
    Art Institute of Chicago
    Description
    A must-see if you're in Chicago, if for no other reason that to walk the same steps as Ferris Bueler. For the price ($11), it's probably the best value in Chicago.

    I'd recommend seeing American Gothic (Wood) and An Afternoon on La Grande Jatte (Seurat), among others. Take your time and enjoy all the available rooms.
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    111 S Michigan Ave
    Chicago, IL 
    (312) 443-3600

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    Other Name
    Lukes on Harlem
    Description
    The beef sandwiches are second to none. Dripping in au jus sauce, you can't go wrong with the homemade italian beef sandwich. I'd recommend the combo #5: beef sandwich, fries and a drink for about $8. Make this one of your fatty food stops in Chicago.
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    3130 N Harlem Ave
    Chicago, IL 
    (773) 889-4000

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    Restaurant Name
    Chicago Chop House
    Description
    In one word: unimpressive. It's billed as the best steak house in Chicago, but I have no idea why. It certainly has the classic touches of a steak house: big steaks, walls covered with pictures.

    But, it lacks the one thing a good steak house needs: good steak. For the cost (about $30-$35/steak), it drastically underdelivers. My New York Strip was incredibly fatty--about 4 onces on a 16 ounce steak--and tasted closer to prime rib than new york strip. It lost its heat immediately and was luke warm only 1/3 of the way into it.

    I would never go back.
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    60 W Ontario St
    Chicago, IL 
    (312) 787-7100

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    Restaurant Name
    Garrett Popcorn Shop
    Description
    Excellent popcorn shop on the Magnificent Mile. I'd recommend the chicago mix--caramel and cheese popcorn. Be aware that this place gets very busy, so be ready to wait.
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    670 N Michigan Ave
    Chicago, IL 
    (312) 944-2630

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    Restaurant Name
    Heaven on Seven  (http://www.heavenonseven.com)
    Description
    A New Orleans style restaurant. This location only serves breakfast and lunch, but oh, do they do it well!

    I got a shrimp creole omellete, which was 4 eggs for about $8. They've got a full table of hot sauces so that you can try all different kinds.

    This was one of the best breakfasts that I've ever had. I'd highly recommend stopping in.
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    111 N Wabash Ave
    Chicago, IL 
    (312) 263-6443

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    Restaurant Name
    Park Grill Chicago
    Description
    A full restaurant in the middle of the park. Very good salads and excellent thin crust pizza. It's a welcome temperature change between a hot Chicago summer day and the air conditioning and good food.
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    11 N Michigan Ave
    Chicago, IL 
    (312) 521-7275

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    Restaurant Name
    Pizzeria Uno
    Description
    There's nothing like the original. This is the first Pizzeria Uno and isn't anywhere close to the same as the chain. You'll need to get there during an off-time or be prepared to wait.

    It takes about 45 minutes to make the pizza, so you order before you take your seat. Get a salad if you're hungry, but make sure you save room for the pizza--the deep dish sausage was fantastic.

    If Uno's line is too long, try Due's down the street. It's exactly the same menu/food.
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    29 E Ohio St
    Chicago, IL 
    (312) 321-1000

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    Restaurant Name
    Wiener Circle
    Description
    Small, hole-in-the-wall hot dog joint with excellent hot dogs and cheese fries. It's a late night drunk food place (open til 4am during the week and 5am on weekends).

    The staff is rude, and that's part of the appeal. You need to shout out your order. There aren't any restrooms in this small place.
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    2622 N Clark St
    Chicago, IL 
    (773) 477-7444

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