So... I'm going to Wrigley Field Monday night

**KcMizzou** · 06:16 PM

I've got a 2-day seminar in Chicago, and we've bought tickets to go to a Cubs game.

I'm pretty excited about it. I've never been in a pro stadium other than Arrowhead and The K. I'm no Cubs fan, but when I was asked, I couldn't turn it down. There's a lot of history there.

Can't really beat the price either. $20 a ticket. We'll be in the upper deck, but I don't mind.

Any pointers, other than try a Chicago dog and some pizza?

Edit: I'll post some pics when I get home.

Bill Lundberg · 06-08-2007, 06:11 PM

Hit Murphy's a couple hours before the game and prime the pump. Cubs fan or not you'll be a Cubs fan for a day after being there for a couple of hours. Have fun, it's impossible not to.

**noa** · 06-08-2007, 06:19 PM

Plenty of bars around Wrigleyville to have fun. I always liked the Cubby Bear, and like Bill Lundberg said, Murphy's is good. I hope you don't have to hop on the El as soon as the game is over, it will be crowded as hell. I would say enjoy the game and afterwards, if possible, just hit up any of the area bars. Enjoy the Old Style. No my favorite, but that is the beer of choice at Wrigley.

Also, everyone's got their own opinion, but my favorite deep dish Chicago pizza is Giordano's.

CoMoChief · 06-08-2007, 06:24 PM

There's the Cubby Bear, Murphy's Bleachers, Sluggers, and Bernies for bars that are close by.

Get a Chicago Dog!!!!! I can't stress that enough.

**luv** · 06-08-2007, 06:29 PM

Navy Pier.

Ed Debevic's (sp?).

Deep dish pizza.

Sears Tower.

**Anyong Bluth** · 06-08-2007, 06:30 PM

There's also Casey Moran's, I'd stay away from Hi-tops and Cubby Bear, you're best bet IMO is Sluggers, Murphy's or Moran's.

I live about a 15 minute walk away. Not a huge deep dish pizza fan, but you gotta have either Giordano's or Lou Malnatti's. I go back and forth on which one I like better. You should def. hit the bars up early before the game and after.

**luv** · 06-08-2007, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Cocina_Basement

There's also Casey Moran's, I'd stay away from Hi-tops and Cubby Bear, you're best bet IMO is Sluggers, Murphy's or Moran's.

I live about a 15 minute walk away. Not a huge deep dish pizza fan, but you gotta have either Giordano's or Lou Malnatti's. I go back and forth on which one I like better. You should def. hit the bars up early before the game and after.

That's the one I was trying to think of. AWESOME!

**HemiEd** · 06-08-2007, 07:14 PM

You will be able to say were at Wrigley, that is the best part about it. I have only had good seats there once. (our banks luxury box)The K is a better place to watch a game IMO. Hope you have great time.

**luv** · 06-08-2007, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by HemiEd

You will be able to say were at Wrigley, that is the best part about it. I have only had good seats there once. (our banks luxury box)The K is a better place to watch a game IMO. Hope you have great time.

Yay. I'll be there tomorrow night!

CoMoChief · 06-08-2007, 06:32 PM

Second City is cool too. Many people from SNL start out there.

Thig Lyfe · 06-14-2007, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by CoMoChief

Second City is cool too. Many people from SNL start out there.

I second that. Also, iO (formerly ImprovOlympic) is literally a few storefronts down the street from Wrigley. I highly recommend checking out a show there. If you can, go to "The Harold" either Sunday or Tuesday night (depending on which night you're in town, if either). It's awesome long-form improv. If you think Whose Line Is It Anyway is impressive, you'll be blown away by some of the teams at iO. They can improvise extremely well for a long period of time and don't have the advantage of TV editing. A lot of big-name talent comes out of iO.

Edit: Oops... should have checked the date of the original post. Still, I recommend it next time you're in town.

Mr. Laz · 06-08-2007, 07:30 PM

don't forget the anti-freeze!!

**KcMizzou** · 06-13-2007, 11:40 PM

Well, I just got in. Chicago is an amazing city. I had a blast.

I already want to go back. We crammed a lot of fun into 2 1/2 days. (When we weren't doing the business part)

I'm ready to take another trip with more free time.

Wrigley and Navy Pier were particularly awesome.

I saw the game Monday night. Zambrano gave up one run over 8 innings and like 130 pitches, and hit a homer in a 2-1 win. The crowd was nuts.

I'll post pics In a day or two.

**luv** · 06-14-2007, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Phobia's Nut

Well, I just got in. Chicago is an amazing city. I had a blast.

I already want to go back. We crammed a lot of fun into 2 1/2 days. (When we weren't doing the business part)

I'm ready to take another trip with more free time.

Wrigley and Navy Pier were particularly awesome.

I saw the game Monday night. Zambrano gave up one run over 8 innings and like 130 pitches, and hit a homer in a 2-1 win. The crowd was nuts.

I'll post pics In a day or two.

Navy Pier is my absolute favorite part of Chicago.

Glad to see you made it back safely.

Logical · 06-14-2007, 12:14 AM

Cool, going to the classic parks is really fantastic. Been to Fenway, Yankee, and the old Detroit stadiums. Never made it to Wrigley I am sure it was a great experience.

06-08-2007, 06:09 PM	Topic Starter
KcMizzou Supporter Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Parkville MO Casino cash: $10005170	So... I'm going to Wrigley Field Monday night I've got a 2-day seminar in Chicago, and we've bought tickets to go to a Cubs game. I'm pretty excited about it. I've never been in a pro stadium other than Arrowhead and The K. I'm no Cubs fan, but when I was asked, I couldn't turn it down. There's a lot of history there. Can't really beat the price either. $20 a ticket. We'll be in the upper deck, but I don't mind. Any pointers, other than try a Chicago dog and some pizza? Edit: I'll post some pics when I get home. Last edited by KcMizzou; 06-08-2007 at 06:16 PM..
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06-08-2007, 06:19 PM	#3
noa Band Join Date: Sep 2005 Casino cash: $95453	Plenty of bars around Wrigleyville to have fun. I always liked the Cubby Bear, and like Bill Lundberg said, Murphy's is good. I hope you don't have to hop on the El as soon as the game is over, it will be crowded as hell. I would say enjoy the game and afterwards, if possible, just hit up any of the area bars. Enjoy the Old Style. No my favorite, but that is the beer of choice at Wrigley. Also, everyone's got their own opinion, but my favorite deep dish Chicago pizza is Giordano's. __________________ Sometimes you eat the bear and sometimes, well, he eats you.
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KcMizzou Supporter Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Parkville MO Casino cash: $10005170	Well, I just got in. Chicago is an amazing city. I had a blast. I already want to go back. We crammed a lot of fun into 2 1/2 days. (When we weren't doing the business part) I'm ready to take another trip with more free time. Wrigley and Navy Pier were particularly awesome. I saw the game Monday night. Zambrano gave up one run over 8 innings and like 130 pitches, and hit a homer in a 2-1 win. The crowd was nuts. I'll post pics In a day or two. Last edited by KcMizzou; 06-13-2007 at 11:46 PM..
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Logical Screw U if U can't take a joke Join Date: Aug 2000 Casino cash: $10004900	Cool, going to the classic parks is really fantastic. Been to Fenway, Yankee, and the old Detroit stadiums. Never made it to Wrigley I am sure it was a great experience.
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