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Giordano's

posted by shenkcv on 3 July 2009 at 17:54

The ultimate pizzeria. Second best pizza i have ever had (Scotland being best). Not coming here while staying in Chicago is the equivalent of not visiting the Eiffel Tower in Paris. A must see, affordable delicious dining experience. Family dining is fairly cheap even though the price of visiting Chicago is very expensive. If you are strictly a fan of New York style pizza, this is not going to the place for you. Bring an empty stomach with you.

where, when, how, web
www.giordanos.com/

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Chicago pizza  chicago  best  stuffed  cheap 

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Salpicon

posted by smhelmer on 1 July 2009 at 02:57

Salpicon is a gourmet Mexican restaurant in Old Town. Notable for its full-page menu of tequilas, it is a small, intimate restaurant with some outside tables. You won't find refried beans and rice spilling over your plate, but well-executed, beautifully presented morsels. In season, definitely try the fried squash blossoms - my personal favorite.

where, when, how, web
1252 N Wells St., Chicago, IL 60610
www.salpicon.com/
312.988.7811

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Chicago restaurant 

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The James Hotel

posted by vgoodman on 30 June 2009 at 03:33

A wonderful boutique hotel situated right in the middle of all of the action of Chicago. The James Hotel has a funky, urban, edgy vibe featuring zen-like rooms with all of the amenities. The staff was fantastic during my recent stay – everyone from the doorman, to the concierge, to the bartender in the attached steakhouse restaurant and bar remembered me and catered to my every need.

where, when, how, web
55 East Ontario Chicago, IL 60611
www.jameshotels.com
312.337.1000

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Chicago boutique hotel  hotel  chicago 

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The Art Institute of Chicago

posted by awesme on 5 June 2009 at 03:29

The Art Institute is one of the world's premier art museums. It holds and exhibits extensive collections from various periods, regions and masters. there are specialized collections by media as well. The extensive galleries are distinctive, and the brand new Modern Wing (open May, 2009) exemplifies the whole institute's use of materials, light, and accessibility. The best thing to do is visit the web site and browse the collections for specific things you will want to see when you visit, as well as special events or exhibits during your time in Chicago. My own favorites include the restored Chicago Stock Exchange in the architecture and design exhibits (which also features the american architect Frank lloyd Wright), and the French Impressionists' works. Georges Seurat's A Sunday on La Grande Jatte is a must see -- and you cannot miss it since it measures over 81 by 120 inches! I have visited over american thanksgiving, when I particularly enjoyed exhibits celebrating Christmas.

where, when, how, web
111 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60603-6404
www.artic.edu/aic/

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Chicago art  museum  education  exhibits  architecture  design  modern wing 

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The Tribune Tower

posted by DVC_Chris on 4 June 2009 at 22:56

Without a doubt, I firmly believe that one of the most beautiful buildings in all of Chicago is the Tribune Tower, home of the Chicago Tribune. It is an impressive neo gothic structure, that also acts as a tribute to other famous structures in the world, because among its stonework are stones from the White House, the Berlin Wall, the Parthenon and others. It is definitely worth a look.

where, when, how, web
435 N. Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL 60611

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Chicago chicago  building  architecture 

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