The Windy City

I hope creole got what he wanted, because this appears headed for a threadjacking.

And it, how might you say, won't end well.....

 

As the great American John Rambo might mumble, "He drew first blood."

 

Go to Hackney's, then, for the inside-out burger. The bacon and cheese is on the inside and brings a tear to my eye every time I think of it .

 

I went to some bar one night, and they had bras pinned to the ceiling, I believe. They also allowed us to have a fight using wet paper towels.

I enjoyed Ed Debevics the first time I was in Chicago, but the novelty had completely worn off by my third visit.

I know a guy who swears by Gene and Georgetti's. I've never been there and can't offer a personal opinion.

The best time I've had in Chicago was a visit to Buddy Guy's Legends. It was spectacular. But it's not for children, really.

As for hot dogs, only a fool would use ketchup. There was a Food Network show not long ago that showcased Pink's Hot Dogs in L.A. They had some awesome options, including chili dogs. And who doesn't like a nice coney dog. I preferred mine from Top Boy, but that's now the hometown's DMV. The hot dog I plan to try is one that Bobby Flay created. It features BBQ sauce covered with cole slaw.

 

Gene and Georgetti's remains the best steakhouse in town, hands-down.

 

Hmmm...I prefer Chophouse. Though Gene & Georgetti's is terrific.

 

If you and the wife get a chance to get out without the kids, and you like Japanese, I highly recommend Daruma on Golf Road in Schaumburg/Hoffman Estates.

 

Oh and another thing, take your kids to the Billy Goat beneath the Tribune building, they'll enjoy the burgers and you can have a few. Most of the bars in Chicago, allow minors inside so check out The Lodge, Murphy's Bleachers, The Blarney Stone, the kids will enjoy Dick's Last Resort, and of course Harry Carrey's

 

Don't take the kids to the Goat at night. Nick the bartender drops more F-bombs than anyone on the planet (among other colorful adjectives) and it's a different vibe at night. But during the day would be fine for the kids to have burgers...