Life Going to Chicago. What do I need to do? Avoid? - Page 7

**BigRedChief** · 02-01-2010, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Frankie

Did I say Reza's restaurant?

Where's that at?

Frankie · 02-01-2010, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by BigRedChief

Where's that at?

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&s...eza+restaurant

Sfeihc · 02-01-2010, 09:50 AM

BRC, you're in for a great time. Chicago is a paradise for someone with a zest for life like yourself. Great restaurants abound for all tastes. My advice avoid the chains, very touristy. Have fun and give us a full report.

whatsmynameagain · 02-01-2010, 09:58 AM

lots of great info here. im going in early march to see muse at the united center, cant wait!!!
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Sfeihc · 02-01-2010, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by whatsmynameagain

lots of great info here. im going in early march to see muse at the united center, cant wait!!!
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I headed to the Windy City in early Feb. as well for a couple of Furthur shows. Last time I was in Chicago was last summer to see Phish and they debuted a song called "Windy City". I love that town.

Inspector · 02-01-2010, 10:09 AM

Avoid hotels by that river. A friend of mine had a college age son go there for some kind of seminar or something and left one hotel to go to another next door and that's the last time anyone has seen him. And that was, I think, in 2006.

Frazod · 02-01-2010, 10:17 AM

Another thing - if you drive up here, be warned that Chicago sold control of its parking meters to a private company, and in turn that company jacked up rates. There are meters everywhere in the downtown area, they're annoying and expensive, and you'll get ticketed/towed in a heartbeat if they expire or you park in a no parking zone. They don't **** around with it. The only alternative is parking in a garage, but you'll still get raped - the average price is around $30 a day. Better to use public transportation.

Inspector · 02-01-2010, 10:42 AM

I went to Chicago about a year ago to see the Fray / Vedera concert at the Metro. Stayed at the Hyatt by the river. The weidest part was a huge protest by what appeared to be a large group of Muslims in front of our hotel. I never figured out why. I was going to ask one of the rabbi's who were in our hotel for some sort of Jewsh convention but they all looked busy.

**Baby Lee** · 02-24-2010, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Inspector

I went to Chicago about a year ago to see the Fray / Vedera concert at the Metro. Stayed at the Hyatt by the river. The weidest part was a huge protest by what appeared to be a large group of Muslims in front of our hotel. I never figured out why. I was going to ask one of the rabbi's who were in our hotel for some sort of Jewsh convention but they all looked busy.

Who was that crooning on the wonderful flat screens showing 'The Hardee's Channel' at my local Hardees.

**BigRedChief** · 02-01-2010, 10:46 AM

tooge · 02-01-2010, 10:50 AM

Lived there 2 years. Go back once a summer. Love it. Must go to:
Giordanos Pizza
Museum of science and industry
XOCO (sandwich place)
Als #1 beef sandwiches
Carmines
ESPN sportzone is kinda fun. Nothing to really "avoid"

**doomy3** · 02-01-2010, 11:00 AM

I also like the Weber Grill restaurant in downtown Chicago. I don't think that has been mentioned in this thread.

CoMoChief · 02-01-2010, 11:12 AM

Navy Pier - biggest waste of time ever.

I went there and rode the ferris wheel when it first opened and i was younger.

Hated it then. Still hate it now.

**BigRedChief** · 02-01-2010, 11:40 AM

Thinking of getting one of these pass's to avoid ticket lines and save some bucks.

http://www.smartdestinations.com/chicago-attractions-and-tours/_d_Chi-p1.html?pass=Chi_Prod_Go

Adler Planetarium

Located on Lake Michigan and voted 'Best View of Chicago's Skyline,' the Adler features the fully-restored Gemini 12 spacecraft flown by NASA astronauts Jim Lovell and Buzz Aldrin. The capsule is the more...

Arlington Park

Internationally acclaimed as one of racing's most beautiful settings, Arlington Park hosted its inaugural meet in 1927 and re-opened its doors in 1989 after a devastating fire engulfed the clubhouse f more...

Chicago Architecture Foundation

The Chicago Architecture Foundation is your gateway to discovering Chicago's world-renowned architecture. Start your visit at the orientation center which features a large scale model of downtown Chic more...

Chicago Childrens Museum

Chicago Children's Museum is the place where play and learning connect! Only at CCM can you scale a towering schooner, build a tall skyscraper to add to the Skyline, dig for bones in a Dinosaur Expedi more...

Chicago History Museum

The Chicago History Museum is a visitor's first stop in discovering the rich and vibrant history of Chicago. Showcasing items from a 22 million-piece collection, the Museum is also home to a world-ren more...

Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio Tour

This unusual complex served as Wright's private residence and studio for the first 20 years of his career, 1889-1909. Wright used his home as an architectural laboratory, trying out design concepts be more...

Gray Line Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour

Enjoy a scenic tour of Chicago's lakefront and downtown area aboard new Upper Deckers and Trolley busses, similar to cable cars in San Francisco. Have the freedom to get on and off all day for two ful more...

Gray Line: North Side Tour

Experience the vitality and excitement of America's 'Second City' on this two-hour North Side tour. Discover the hustle and bustle of one of the world's most prestigious financial centers on State Str more...

Gray Line: South Shore Tour

Historic cultural Chicago is on full display on the two-hour Gray Line South Shore Tour. Travel through Grant Park, the front lawn of the city and site of Soldier Field, where you might hear some musi more...

Gray Line: The Grand Tour

See the North Side and South Shore business and residential districts on this four-hour tour of America's 'Windy City.' Travel through Grant Park, the front lawn of the city and site of Soldier Field. more...

Kohl Childrens Museum of Greater Chicago

Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is the only museum in the Chicago area that exclusively provides exhibits and programming for ages birth to 8. All 17 permanent exhibits are hands-on and inte more...

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, a giant indoor LEGO world designed for families with children aged 2 to 12, opened its first location in the US in Schaumburg's Streets of Woodfield shopping center. The att more...

Lincoln Park Zoo Carousel and Childrens Train

Take a ride on the Endangered Species Carousel located next to the Lion House, a Chicago landmark. Enjoy the hand carved and beautifully hand painted animals in need of protection. The young and the y more...

Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago

Visit the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago to see the most thought-provoking art created since 1945. One of the nation's largest facilities devoted to the work of living artists, the MCA, Chicago i more...

Museum of Science and Industry

Spark your imagination and indulge your curiosity at the Museum of Science and Industry! You've invited to explore hands-on exhibitions like the U-505 Submarine, Earth Revealed, ToyMaker 3000, the bel more...

Navy Pier

Go a little overboard at Navy Pier's Pier Park, an outdoor landscaped area which features attractions such as a permanent 150-foot-high Ferris Wheel presented by McDonald's, a Musical Carousel, an Old more...

Navy Pier Adventure Golf

Putt, putt, putt your way around Pier Park on the Pier's 18-hole miniature golf course. It weaves around the base of the Ferris wheel while touring Chicago-themed golf holes. Challenge yourself on the more...

Navy Pier Ferris Wheel

Take a ride on Navy Pier's most visible attraction, the 150-foot-high Ferris wheel. The Navy Pier Ferris Wheel, presented by McDonald's, is year round fun for kids of all ages. Modeled after the world more...

Navy Pier Light House

Kids find excitement on the Light House. The attraction takes riders slowly up to the top and then bounces gently downward. more...

Shedd Aquarium

On the shores of Lake Michigan lies a gateway to an underwater world unlike anything you've ever seen, heard, or touched. Sharks patrol, jellies pulse, and fishes from around the world school together more...

Skydeck Chicago

No trip to Chicago is complete without experiencing what Chicago Tribune readers voted one of the "7 Wonders of Chicago"! Treat yourself to unparalleled, 360-degree views of up to four st more...

The Art Institute of Chicago

No trip to Chicago is complete without a visit to the world-renowned Art Institute. With beautifully renovated galleries throughout the museum, one of Chicago's oldest museums is now the newest! Treas more...

The Field Museum

The Field Museum is home to Sue, the world's largest, most famous T. rex, plus more than 35 world-renowned exhibitions. In 'Underground Adventure', visitors magically 'shrink' to explore a subterranea more...

The Hancock Observatory

Take your trip to great heights at The Hancock Observatory. The adventure beings with a 140-second thrill ride up 1,000 feet in the world's fastest elevator. Even before you catch your breath, you'll more...

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Experience nature right at your fingertips in the heart of Lincoln Park. Thought-provoking, hands-on exhibits examine midwestern ecosystems and bring the natural world up close in extraordinary ways. more...

DMAC · 02-01-2010, 04:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigRedChief

Thinking of getting one of these pass's to avoid ticket lines and save some bucks.

http://www.smartdestinations.com/chicago-attractions-and-tours/_d_Chi-p1.html?pass=Chi_Prod_Go

Adler Planetarium

Located on Lake Michigan and voted 'Best View of Chicago's Skyline,' the Adler features the fully-restored Gemini 12 spacecraft flown by NASA astronauts Jim Lovell and Buzz Aldrin. The capsule is the more...

Arlington Park

Internationally acclaimed as one of racing's most beautiful settings, Arlington Park hosted its inaugural meet in 1927 and re-opened its doors in 1989 after a devastating fire engulfed the clubhouse f more...

Chicago Architecture Foundation

The Chicago Architecture Foundation is your gateway to discovering Chicago's world-renowned architecture. Start your visit at the orientation center which features a large scale model of downtown Chic more...

Chicago Childrens Museum

Chicago Children's Museum is the place where play and learning connect! Only at CCM can you scale a towering schooner, build a tall skyscraper to add to the Skyline, dig for bones in a Dinosaur Expedi more...

Chicago History Museum

The Chicago History Museum is a visitor's first stop in discovering the rich and vibrant history of Chicago. Showcasing items from a 22 million-piece collection, the Museum is also home to a world-ren more...

Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio Tour

This unusual complex served as Wright's private residence and studio for the first 20 years of his career, 1889-1909. Wright used his home as an architectural laboratory, trying out design concepts be more...

Gray Line Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour

Enjoy a scenic tour of Chicago's lakefront and downtown area aboard new Upper Deckers and Trolley busses, similar to cable cars in San Francisco. Have the freedom to get on and off all day for two ful more...

Gray Line: North Side Tour

Experience the vitality and excitement of America's 'Second City' on this two-hour North Side tour. Discover the hustle and bustle of one of the world's most prestigious financial centers on State Str more...

Gray Line: South Shore Tour

Historic cultural Chicago is on full display on the two-hour Gray Line South Shore Tour. Travel through Grant Park, the front lawn of the city and site of Soldier Field, where you might hear some musi more...

Gray Line: The Grand Tour

See the North Side and South Shore business and residential districts on this four-hour tour of America's 'Windy City.' Travel through Grant Park, the front lawn of the city and site of Soldier Field. more...

Kohl Childrens Museum of Greater Chicago

Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is the only museum in the Chicago area that exclusively provides exhibits and programming for ages birth to 8. All 17 permanent exhibits are hands-on and inte more...

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, a giant indoor LEGO world designed for families with children aged 2 to 12, opened its first location in the US in Schaumburg's Streets of Woodfield shopping center. The att more...

Lincoln Park Zoo Carousel and Childrens Train

Take a ride on the Endangered Species Carousel located next to the Lion House, a Chicago landmark. Enjoy the hand carved and beautifully hand painted animals in need of protection. The young and the y more...

Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago

Visit the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago to see the most thought-provoking art created since 1945. One of the nation's largest facilities devoted to the work of living artists, the MCA, Chicago i more...

Museum of Science and Industry

Spark your imagination and indulge your curiosity at the Museum of Science and Industry! You've invited to explore hands-on exhibitions like the U-505 Submarine, Earth Revealed, ToyMaker 3000, the bel more...

Navy Pier

Go a little overboard at Navy Pier's Pier Park, an outdoor landscaped area which features attractions such as a permanent 150-foot-high Ferris Wheel presented by McDonald's, a Musical Carousel, an Old more...

Navy Pier Adventure Golf

Putt, putt, putt your way around Pier Park on the Pier's 18-hole miniature golf course. It weaves around the base of the Ferris wheel while touring Chicago-themed golf holes. Challenge yourself on the more...

Navy Pier Ferris Wheel

Take a ride on Navy Pier's most visible attraction, the 150-foot-high Ferris wheel. The Navy Pier Ferris Wheel, presented by McDonald's, is year round fun for kids of all ages. Modeled after the world more...

Navy Pier Light House

Kids find excitement on the Light House. The attraction takes riders slowly up to the top and then bounces gently downward. more...

Shedd Aquarium

On the shores of Lake Michigan lies a gateway to an underwater world unlike anything you've ever seen, heard, or touched. Sharks patrol, jellies pulse, and fishes from around the world school together more...

Skydeck Chicago

No trip to Chicago is complete without experiencing what Chicago Tribune readers voted one of the "7 Wonders of Chicago"! Treat yourself to unparalleled, 360-degree views of up to four st more...

The Art Institute of Chicago

No trip to Chicago is complete without a visit to the world-renowned Art Institute. With beautifully renovated galleries throughout the museum, one of Chicago's oldest museums is now the newest! Treas more...

The Field Museum

The Field Museum is home to Sue, the world's largest, most famous T. rex, plus more than 35 world-renowned exhibitions. In 'Underground Adventure', visitors magically 'shrink' to explore a subterranea more...

The Hancock Observatory

Take your trip to great heights at The Hancock Observatory. The adventure beings with a 140-second thrill ride up 1,000 feet in the world's fastest elevator. Even before you catch your breath, you'll more...

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Experience nature right at your fingertips in the heart of Lincoln Park. Thought-provoking, hands-on exhibits examine midwestern ecosystems and bring the natural world up close in extraordinary ways. more...

That Frank Lloyd Wright home would be pretty stinkin cool.

I dont know a whole lot of Chicago...I do know that the ESPNzone is We todd ed. All the games are pre 2004. Even the Madden big screen game. It's like Madden 03. Weird.

02-01-2010, 09:50 AM	#3
Sfeihc It's All Good Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Parts Unknown Casino cash: $10010133	BRC, you're in for a great time. Chicago is a paradise for someone with a zest for life like yourself. Great restaurants abound for all tastes. My advice avoid the chains, very touristy. Have fun and give us a full report.
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02-01-2010, 09:58 AM	#4
whatsmynameagain Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Monstropolis Casino cash: $10004900	lots of great info here. im going in early march to see muse at the united center, cant wait!!! Posted via Mobile Device
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02-01-2010, 10:09 AM	#6
Inspector MVP Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: K.C. Casino cash: $9924975	Avoid hotels by that river. A friend of mine had a college age son go there for some kind of seminar or something and left one hotel to go to another next door and that's the last time anyone has seen him. And that was, I think, in 2006. __________________ As always, this is IMO.
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02-01-2010, 10:17 AM	#7
Frazod WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS Join Date: Aug 2000 Casino cash: $2955085	Another thing - if you drive up here, be warned that Chicago sold control of its parking meters to a private company, and in turn that company jacked up rates. There are meters everywhere in the downtown area, they're annoying and expensive, and you'll get ticketed/towed in a heartbeat if they expire or you park in a no parking zone. They don't **** around with it. The only alternative is parking in a garage, but you'll still get raped - the average price is around $30 a day. Better to use public transportation.
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02-01-2010, 10:42 AM	#8
Inspector MVP Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: K.C. Casino cash: $9924975	I went to Chicago about a year ago to see the Fray / Vedera concert at the Metro. Stayed at the Hyatt by the river. The weidest part was a huge protest by what appeared to be a large group of Muslims in front of our hotel. I never figured out why. I was going to ask one of the rabbi's who were in our hotel for some sort of Jewsh convention but they all looked busy. __________________ As always, this is IMO.
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02-01-2010, 10:46 AM	#10
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02-01-2010, 10:50 AM	#11
tooge MVP Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Liberty, MO Casino cash: $3814112	Lived there 2 years. Go back once a summer. Love it. Must go to: Giordanos Pizza Museum of science and industry XOCO (sandwich place) Als #1 beef sandwiches Carmines ESPN sportzone is kinda fun. Nothing to really "avoid"
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02-01-2010, 11:00 AM	#12
doomy3 Supporter Join Date: Aug 2005 Casino cash: $5273539	I also like the Weber Grill restaurant in downtown Chicago. I don't think that has been mentioned in this thread.
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02-01-2010, 11:12 AM	#13
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02-01-2010, 11:40 AM	#14
BigRedChief Has a particular set of skills Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: On the water Casino cash: $2969627 VARSITY	Thinking of getting one of these pass's to avoid ticket lines and save some bucks. http://www.smartdestinations.com/chicago-attractions-and-tours/_d_Chi-p1.html?pass=Chi_Prod_Go Adler Planetarium Located on Lake Michigan and voted 'Best View of Chicago's Skyline,' the Adler features the fully-restored Gemini 12 spacecraft flown by NASA astronauts Jim Lovell and Buzz Aldrin. The capsule is the more... Arlington Park Internationally acclaimed as one of racing's most beautiful settings, Arlington Park hosted its inaugural meet in 1927 and re-opened its doors in 1989 after a devastating fire engulfed the clubhouse f more... Chicago Architecture Foundation The Chicago Architecture Foundation is your gateway to discovering Chicago's world-renowned architecture. Start your visit at the orientation center which features a large scale model of downtown Chic more... Chicago Childrens Museum Chicago Children's Museum is the place where play and learning connect! Only at CCM can you scale a towering schooner, build a tall skyscraper to add to the Skyline, dig for bones in a Dinosaur Expedi more... Chicago History Museum The Chicago History Museum is a visitor's first stop in discovering the rich and vibrant history of Chicago. Showcasing items from a 22 million-piece collection, the Museum is also home to a world-ren more... Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio Tour This unusual complex served as Wright's private residence and studio for the first 20 years of his career, 1889-1909. Wright used his home as an architectural laboratory, trying out design concepts be more... Gray Line Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour Enjoy a scenic tour of Chicago's lakefront and downtown area aboard new Upper Deckers and Trolley busses, similar to cable cars in San Francisco. Have the freedom to get on and off all day for two ful more... Gray Line: North Side Tour Experience the vitality and excitement of America's 'Second City' on this two-hour North Side tour. Discover the hustle and bustle of one of the world's most prestigious financial centers on State Str more... Gray Line: South Shore Tour Historic cultural Chicago is on full display on the two-hour Gray Line South Shore Tour. Travel through Grant Park, the front lawn of the city and site of Soldier Field, where you might hear some musi more... Gray Line: The Grand Tour See the North Side and South Shore business and residential districts on this four-hour tour of America's 'Windy City.' Travel through Grant Park, the front lawn of the city and site of Soldier Field. more... Kohl Childrens Museum of Greater Chicago Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is the only museum in the Chicago area that exclusively provides exhibits and programming for ages birth to 8. All 17 permanent exhibits are hands-on and inte more... LEGOLAND Discovery Centre LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, a giant indoor LEGO world designed for families with children aged 2 to 12, opened its first location in the US in Schaumburg's Streets of Woodfield shopping center. The att more... Lincoln Park Zoo Carousel and Childrens Train Take a ride on the Endangered Species Carousel located next to the Lion House, a Chicago landmark. Enjoy the hand carved and beautifully hand painted animals in need of protection. The young and the y more... Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago Visit the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago to see the most thought-provoking art created since 1945. One of the nation's largest facilities devoted to the work of living artists, the MCA, Chicago i more... Museum of Science and Industry Spark your imagination and indulge your curiosity at the Museum of Science and Industry! You've invited to explore hands-on exhibitions like the U-505 Submarine, Earth Revealed, ToyMaker 3000, the bel more... Navy Pier Go a little overboard at Navy Pier's Pier Park, an outdoor landscaped area which features attractions such as a permanent 150-foot-high Ferris Wheel presented by McDonald's, a Musical Carousel, an Old more... Navy Pier Adventure Golf Putt, putt, putt your way around Pier Park on the Pier's 18-hole miniature golf course. It weaves around the base of the Ferris wheel while touring Chicago-themed golf holes. Challenge yourself on the more... Navy Pier Ferris Wheel Take a ride on Navy Pier's most visible attraction, the 150-foot-high Ferris wheel. The Navy Pier Ferris Wheel, presented by McDonald's, is year round fun for kids of all ages. Modeled after the world more... Navy Pier Light House Kids find excitement on the Light House. The attraction takes riders slowly up to the top and then bounces gently downward. more... Shedd Aquarium On the shores of Lake Michigan lies a gateway to an underwater world unlike anything you've ever seen, heard, or touched. Sharks patrol, jellies pulse, and fishes from around the world school together more... Skydeck Chicago No trip to Chicago is complete without experiencing what Chicago Tribune readers voted one of the "7 Wonders of Chicago"! Treat yourself to unparalleled, 360-degree views of up to four st more... The Art Institute of Chicago No trip to Chicago is complete without a visit to the world-renowned Art Institute. With beautifully renovated galleries throughout the museum, one of Chicago's oldest museums is now the newest! Treas more... The Field Museum The Field Museum is home to Sue, the world's largest, most famous T. rex, plus more than 35 world-renowned exhibitions. In 'Underground Adventure', visitors magically 'shrink' to explore a subterranea more... The Hancock Observatory Take your trip to great heights at The Hancock Observatory. The adventure beings with a 140-second thrill ride up 1,000 feet in the world's fastest elevator. Even before you catch your breath, you'll more... The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Experience nature right at your fingertips in the heart of Lincoln Park. Thought-provoking, hands-on exhibits examine midwestern ecosystems and bring the natural world up close in extraordinary ways. more... __________________ Time is worth more than money.
Posts: 79,157