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contents
14 letter from the publisher
20 calendar of events
26 shows and concerts
32 cheat sheet: clip and
carry guide to hot spots
38 first on the scene:
copperblue and
details by akira
50 dining: west and south
culinary works of art
64 entertainment:
special events
76 fashion: accessorize
88 men’s fashion:
contrasts and oppositions
102 drinks scene:
tequila and mezcal
116 nightlife: land of lincoln
126 hot list: april attitude
132 beauty: cruelty-free cosmetics
138 style: spring trends
144 singles: pillow talk no nos
148 scene around town:
sam sanchez
150 restaurant listings
155 nightlife listings
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Cover credits: Photographed by David Anthony; model: Ali Harken, NY;
photo assistant: Sofiya Shrayber.
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letter
from the publisher
This issue of Scene has
something for everyone.
Summer is just around the
corner and spring fashions
adorn store windows, garden shops are rolling out
spring flowers and hardTed and Tyson Beckford
ware stores are displaying
barbeque grills. If you want a great complement to your first
summer barbeque, check out this month’s Drink Scene. “All
Things Agave” will help you choose the best tequila and nothing
says summer like a margarita.
Our fashion pictorial has great recommendations for women’s
accessories and the photos will remind our male readers of why
we look forward to summer so much. “Summer Blonde” isn’t just
a beer you know. Even the guys will be looking fantastic if they
follow the advice of our stylists for the men’s fashion spread.
Associate Publisher
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Editor
Angela Dansby
Creative Director
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Account Executive
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Contributing Writers
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Geoff Crawley
Tyler Curtis
Angela Dansby
Katie Schaefer
Kelly Templer
Nicole Wall
Claire Wexler
Fashion Photographer
David Anthony
Photographers
Tyler Curtis
Anthony Tahlier
Dan Urbano
In Nightlife Scene, check out all that Lincoln Avenue has to offer.
Dining gives you the scoop on great restaurants in the South
Loop and Bucktown. In Scene Around Town, get a personal perspective on Sam Sanchez, king pin of the John Barleycorn bars.
Nightlife Photographer
Fides
Eric Lewis
Please join me in congratulating Angela Dansby, who was promoted to the position of editor at Scene. Angela has already
been a highly valued member of our team for two years. We
said goodbye to our former editor Courtney Pitt, whom we wish
the best of luck.
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events
april 2006
Sun, 4/2, 9:30 am, 10 am
Thu, 4/6, 5-10 pm
Tue, 4/25, 6-8 pm
Shamrock Shuffle 8K &
5K Fitness Walk
Grant Park
312.904.9814
Shamrockshuffle.com
Shecky’s Girls Night Out
Chicago Union Station
212.242.2566
Chicago.sheckys.com
$25/person
Galleria Wine Down
SCOOZI!
401 W. Huron
312.943.5900
$25/person
Sun, 4/2, 7:05 pm
Thu, 4/6, 6 pm
Fri, 4/28, 10 pm-4 am
Chicago White Sox
Opening Day
U.S. Cellular Field
333 W. 35th
866.SOX.GAME
Whitesox.com
$10-$50/person
Couches for Canines
Anti-Cruelty Society fundraiser
Montauk Sofa
401 N. Wells
Anticruelty.org
$10/person
Housexy
Vision
632 N. Dearborn
312.266.2114
Ampprod.com
$10/person
Fri, 4/7, 1:20 pm
Fri, 4/28-Mon, 5/1
Chicago Cubs
Opening Day
Wrigley Field
1060 W. Addison
Chicagocubs.com
$6-$20/person
9th Annual Chicago
Antiques Fair
Merchandise Mart
312.527.4141
Merchandisemart.com
Mon, 4/3, 6 pm
Cocktails for Art Lovers
& the Curious
Museum of Contemporary Art
220 E. Chicago
312.360.0386
Goldcoastneighbors.org
$60/ticket, $75 at door
Tue, 4/4-Sun, 4/9
Sangria 2nd Birthday
Party Week
Sangria Restaurant and Tapas Bar
901 W. Weed
312.266.1200
Sangriachicago.com
Wed, 4/5, 12, 19 and 26
Ta’ Too Scotch
Night Flight
1365 W. Fullerton
773.525.BREW
Ta-too.net
Fri, 4/7, 8 pm
Dance and an “Aria”
Hubbard Street Dance Co.
Harris Theater for
Music and Dance
205 E. Randolph
Hubbardstreetdance.com
Fri, 4/21-Sat, 5/6,
various times
International Pop
Overthrow
Various venues
Internationalpopoverthrow.com
Sat, 4/29, 7 pm
20th Annual Visions
of Chocolate
Chicago Marriott
540 N. Michigan
773.489.9081
Cawc.org
$175/person
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Crimes of the Heart
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Defending the Caveman
Lakeshore Theater
Through Fri, 4/21
David Mamet Festival
Goodman Theatre
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Love Song
Steppenwolf Theatre
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Angels in America, Part I
Bailiwick Repertory
All month
Floss!
The Cornservatory
Mon, 4/24 - Sun, 4/30
9th Annual Chicago Improv Festival
Various venues
Through 4/20
Sick Personal Day
Stage Left Theatre
All month
Immaculate Deception
Second City
All month
Iraqtile Dysfunction
Second City
All month
The Cradle of Man
Victory Gardens Theater
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Chemically Imbalanced Comedy
The Cornservatory
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House of Blues
Wed, 4/12
Etta James
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Fri, 4/14
Kid Rock
Allstate Arena
Sun, 4/16
Taking Back Sunday
House of Blues
Wed, 4/19
Fall Out Boy/ All-American Rejects
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FIRST ON THE SCENE
TYLE R CU RTIS
O U R F I R S T LO O K AT W H AT ’ S N E W, H I P A N D H A P P E N I N G
COPPERBLUE OWNERS/CHEFS NEWGREN AND TSONTON
B O B M O U L D WAS H E R E
As Navy Pier braces itself for tourist season, a new restaurant is heating up the lakefront. Copperblue (505 N. Lake Shore, 312.527.1200) has opened its doors with
exquisite personalized service that goes beyond Mediterranean culinary delights.
Finally, Lake Point Tower has gotten a restaurant worthy of its exclusive location!
Named after the great Bob Mould musical project, Copperblue is the realization of
a dream and business plan that Co-Owner/Chef Michael Tsonton wrote 20 years
ago. He studied fine art and printmaking in college, but while working in restaurants
to pay for his education, he fell in love with the kitchen.
Everywhere you turn in the small, 55-seat eatery, the attention to detail is apparent.
For example, the flatware is silver rather than stainless steel and the linens are a high
quality thread count. The chairs, made by Knoll Studio, have extra wide seats. Wallto-wall carpeting provides a cushion for sound and feet. Purse hooks are located at
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each table for handbags. There are terry cloth towels in the bathroom. Reading material is even offered to single diners and umbrellas to diners who need them on rainy
days. When you’re ready to go, there’s no need to present a coat check ticket because
the host hands it to you. If you drive to the restaurant, you’ll never have to wait for
your car upon departure, as the valet is ready with your car warmed up for you.
Guys, if this sounds like it’s a bit too fancy, run to the bathroom and relax in front of
the 15-inch plasma tuned to ESPN news.
No wait for a valet? Umbrellas on rainy days? These are steps in the right direction
for restaurants today. Such little perks can make almost any check seem reasonable.
Tsonton and Co-Owner/Chef Victor Newgren truly take it to the next level in customer service. They have created a Custom Customer Profile Database to note
patrons’ preferences in food, allergies, birthdays, and even which table they prefer.
Once the profile is cross-referenced with the reservation itinerary, rest assured, your
next experience will be exactly
COPPERBLUE SAUTÉED CODFISH
to your liking. Walking into
Copperblue is like coming home.
“We want our guests to feel as if
we have invited them into our
home and we are opening the
restaurant each night just to
serve them,” says Newgren, former executive chef at mk North.
“That would be the highest compliment anyone could pay us.”
To create that sense of intimacy
and warmth, local designer
Coralee Laverly chose copper
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low for upholstery, walls and other surfaces. A bar that seats 10 is covered with a
copper surface and overhanging lampshades reflect the curved shape of Lake Point
Tower. The philosophy of the restaurant and its artful culinary presentation are tied
to the focal point of the dining room – 225 square feet of large canvas paintings
juxtaposing work (a man peeling potatoes, a farmer and water bearers) and play
(children tossing a ball in a field and a couple dancing). Created by Cleveland artist
Paul Schuster, the paintings use mixed media and rich hued colors that complement
the décor and menu. Watercolors, pages from discarded books, magazines and
even playing cards add texture and depth to the paintings.
COPPERBLUE HAM AND THESE
Innovation characterizes the cuisine, too. A clever first course
called Ham and These ($11) is a
play on words that usually
describes a sandwich combination. The dish consists of fried
balls of saffron risotto flecked
with Serrano ham, dusted with
semolina and served with a
tomato-based fondue. An
arugula salad with shaved
Serrano ham and Manchego
cheese accompanies these croquettes.
“Chefs are not artists, we’re
cooks,” says Tsonton. “But there is
an artful and fun way of presenting each dish so that it conveys excitement for your eyes
and mouth.”
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Several of Copperblue’s postmodern takes on Mediterranean
seafood radiate with color, taste
and innovation. Main course starlets include the Sautéed Codfish
($23) with braised red lentils and
the Poached Lobster ($31) with
whitefish roulade and warm
caviar gelée.
Pastry Chef James Martin, formerly of the Peninsula Hotel, executes
dessert with a deft hand, turning
out combinations that are ethereal and satisfying. A rich Chocolate
Ganache ($9) is swirled onto a
spongy round of chocolate cake,
COPPERBLUE POACHED LOBSTER
allowing the rich tastes to play off
of the light. Served with raspberry sorbet, tartness provides contrast to the sweetness.
For more information go to Copperbluechicago.com.
S E Q U E L TO A K I R A
Millions around the world associate Akira with the groundbreaking and politically
charged 1988 animated film. But thanks to the sincere efforts of clothier John Cotay,
Akira has become known as something more than just a cartoon. It has become the
place to shop in Chicago. The store has spread its empire to include Detail by Akira
(1904 W. North, 773.384.4465), a men’s and women’s accessory store down the street
from the flagship Akira store.
Like its mothership, Detail has all of the panache of stylish offerings with a large array
of sunglasses, watches, handbags, men’s footwear and jewelry from all of the top
designers (Ben Sherman, Arnette, Gucci, Fendi, Vestal, Dolce & Gabbana and Prada
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to name a few). It also has the
top picks from Chicago designers like the recycled creations
of Talisman or the wood bead,
resin and jade necklaces of Le
Moine Studio! Did we mention
the stellar original products like
the Ecolist line of handbags
and clutch purses or the Goods
of Desire line from Hong Kong?
Detail by Akira even has your
pet covered with a section
dedicated to cats and dogs,
including reasonably priced
gear and water bowls. The
home section covers the rest of
your shopping spree with
soaps, candles and small gifts.
Always known to be “giftfriendly,” Detail has a wrapping station to artfully package
those spontaneous ideas for
your loved ones. For a small
fee, you can have a gift
wrapped in custom paper. The
range of gifts and customer
service will keep you coming
back to Detail by Akira, which
is a gift itself for shoppers.
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C U L I N A RY WO R KS O F A RT :
W E ST S I D E A N D S O U T H LO O P
The Bucktown/Wicker Park and South Loop neighborhoods are hotbeds of
culinary activity, featuring newer restaurants with artsy flairs, representative
of famous artists and architects. Bucktown/Wicker Park has a few longtime
favorites that set the bar of quality for outstanding newcomers. South Loop
restaurants have expanded on South Wabash Avenue and beyond, which
are well worth going the extra mile to get there. Join the likes of Antoni
Gaudí, Leonardo da Vinci and others as you eat your way west and south.
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B U C K TOW N / W I C K E R PA R K
The longtime Café Absinthe (1954 W.
North, 773.278.4488) is named after the
herbal liqueur itself, which is anise-flavored, high in alcohol and served at the
restaurant. Nicknamed “The Green Fairy”
in France due to its traditionally green
color and mind-altering capabilities,
absinthe was popularized in the late 1800s
by the brand Pernod Fils. This name is
painted on a brick wall at Café Absinthe.
Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh* had a
fondness for the liqueur, which is partly to
blame for his “absinthe-mindedness.” Of
course, the Pernod Café Absinthe serves
today excludes the illegal neurotoxin that
was in Van Gogh’s version. An unusual
menu and open kitchen add to the Café
Absinthe experience. For the first course,
try the lean Black Wing Ostrich Fillet with
fingerling potatoes, bacon, diced tomato
and roasted chicken sauce ($9). Main
course recommendations are the Crispy
Moulard Duck Breast with duck confit ravioli, arugula lettuce and marinated exotic
mushrooms ($26) and Portobella Tart with a
warm leek confit, garlic parsley coulis and
red wine butter sauce ($17). Desserts
include ice creams and sorbets with exotic
flavors. Café Absinthe is open for dinner
seven “starry nights” a week. Van Gogh
would have been pleased. 8
CAFÉ ABSINTHE DUCK BREAST
CAFÉ ABSINTHE
* Work(s) by this artist are displayed at the Art Institute of Chicago (www.artic.edu).
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Del Toro (1520 N.
Damen, 773.252.1500),
which
opened
in
November 2005, pays
homage to Catalan
architect Antoni Gaudí
with its colorful mosaic
walls, curved lines and
unusual shapes and
textures. The décor
alone is worth a visit to
del Toro, meaning “the
bull” in Spanish, which
has a bull and matador
theme.
Red
tiles
throughout the space
symbolize a bull’s eyes,
light fixtures over the
bar represent a bull’s
horns and red walls
and various fabrics like
black fur play off of the costumes of Spanish bullfighters. The Spanish menu is broken
into three sections – cold plates, hot plates and postres (desserts) – all of which are
meant for sharing. Recommended plates are Lomo Embuchado (cured pork loin with
apples, pistachios, chilies and Manchego cheese, $8), Seared Tuna (with sweet and sour
pumpkin and black olive oil, $14) and Black Mission Figs in Red Wine (served with
Mahon ice cream, sherry syrup and pumpkin seed praline, $7). The wine list is 100%
Spanish except for a few champagnes. Plan to imbibe in the sultry candlelit lounge
before dinner. Del Toro is open seven nights a week and Saturdays and Sundays for
brunch. A reservation is worth fighting for, as the food, wine and atmosphere are stunning. And that’s no bull. 8
DEL TORO
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FRANCESCA’S FORNO MAIALE CON PANCETTA
FRANCESCA’S FORNO
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Francesca’s Forno (1576 N.
Milwaukee, 773.770.0184), formerly
Soul Kitchen, is the latest addition to the
Francesca group of restaurants, featuring smaller Tuscan-inspired dishes for
sharing. The menu changes seasonally
and is more simplistic than those of its
13 sister restaurants. Renaissance man
Leonardo da Vinci matches the spirit of
Francesca’s Forno. He came from humble beginnings, but wowed the world
with his rare mix of talents. Similarly, the
restaurant features Tuscan peasant fare
that impresses the culinary savvy with
its variety of flavors and ingredients.
The rustic décor is also a contrast to the
success of the Francesca group. Menu
items include salads, pasta, salami,
cheeses, pizza, fire oven (forno)-roasted and grilled foods as well as fixed
daily specials. Outstanding items from
the forno and grill are Maiale con
Pancetta (pancetta-wrapped pork tenderloin with red cabbage, whipped
potatoes and a Chianti reduction
sauce, $18) and Bistecca con Funghi e
Cipolline (grilled skirt steak with potato
purée, mushrooms and cipollini onions,
$17). For dolci (sweets), try the unusual
Datteri e Mascarpone (dates and mascarpone cheese with a red wine reduc-
tion sauce, $6). The Forno will light your
fire for dinner seven days a week, lunch
Monday through Friday and brunch on
Saturdays and Sundays.
Parlor (1745 W. North, 773.782.9000)
mimics a parlor – a room set aside for
entertaining – with its small dining room
and upscale comfort foods that make
you feel at home. It has the spirit of
Midwestern painter Grant Wood,*
famed for his “American Gothic” painting of a serious farming couple with a
pitchfork. (If he had painted it at Parlor,
he would have replaced the pitchfork
with a fork and put smiles on the farmers’ faces.) The restaurant’s American
scene is similar to Wood’s as a throwback to simpler times. New twists on
comfort classics include the Smoked Pork
Chop (cherry-smoked, double-cut chop
served with au gratin potatoes and cherry brandy sauce, $19) and Meatloaf
(with apple-onion marmalade, mashed
potatoes and shredded onion rings,
$13). Desserts like Krispy Kreme Bread
Pudding ($5) appeal to the sense of
Pleasantville in everyone. A horseshoeshaped backlit bar with bottles up to the
ceiling is the centerpiece of the “parlor.”
Step inside for dinner Tuesday through
Sunday and brunch on Sundays. 8
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PARLOR MEATLOAF
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Schwa
(1466
N.
Ashland,
773.252.1466) is located in a small
house-gone-restaurant, where food
is the focus of the décor. Seasonal
American dishes combine fresh, interesting and often organic ingredients
for unusual flavors and presentations. Recent examples were Diver
Scallops with apples, fennel and bay
leaves ($25) and Lamb with miso,
Chinese broccoli, soybeans and
mushrooms ($28). Dessert options are
few, but unique like Charred
Pineapple with roasted banana, ginger custard and caramel ($8).
Portions are just right. Schwa is the
symbol used to represent an
unstressed neutral vowel, which relates to the simple style of cooking and use of
organic ingredients. Just like American figure painter and etcher Mary Cassatt,*
whose pictures are famed for their refreshing simplicity and color, Schwa offers simple dishes with the finest ingredients and artistic presentations. It is open Tuesday
through Sunday for dinner only. It’s BYOB with a $5 corkage fee per table.
Reservations are a must as tables are few. But don’t stress – it’s Schwa.
SCHWA
Scylla (1952 N. Damen, 773.227.2995) is located in a two-story house with a mythological foundation. It is named after a beautiful nymph that was turned into a sea
monster by a jealous witch in Greek mythology. Scylla had the face and torso of a
woman, but a body made of 12 canine legs and a fishtail. From her flank grew six
long-necked dog heads. This grotesque image is the polar opposite of the cuisine at
Scylla, but the menu is seafood focused, relating to the sea monster. Seasonal dishes with daily modifications combine unique ingredients like Grilled Hawaiian Walu
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with Green Lip Mussels with French horn
mushrooms, tomato and olive tapenade
($24) and Sautéed Diver Scallops with
pumpkin purée, black kale, wild mushrooms and tobiko cream ($23). Desserts
are equally as interesting. For example, a
Pumpkin Maple Crème Brulée Tart with
cognac raisin sauce and chai ice cream
($8) was recently featured. The Greek
painter Apelles (352-308 BC), who painted mythological scenes, would have been
inspired by Scylla. The restaurant is open
every night except Mondays. The terrific
food is no myth.
SCYLLA
CUSTOM HOUSE
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Newcomer Custom House (500 S.
Dearborn, 312.523.0200) looks like a chip
off the block of American architect and
designer Frank Lloyd Wright.* Ironically,
its predecessor was Prairie restaurant,
which was fashioned after the architect’s
style and where Owner/Chef Shawn
McClain once cooked. Limestone ledge
pieces, black and tan striped wood and
earthy tones dominate the interior. The
restaurant’s name is a tribute to the turnof-the-century Custom House Levee
District (now known as Printer’s Row),
which was characterized by saloons, bordellos and pawnbrokers. The name
Custom House also underscores the daily menu changes. Exceptions are a few meaty
mainstays like Pinn Oak Farms Baby Lamb with fennel sausage, cannelini and winter
vegetables ($26) and Prime Bone In Rib Eye with a red onion tarte tatin ($36). Dishes
are described as regional American with a Mediterranean influence. Fish, shellfish and
meats are offered as first and main courses. Seasonal vegetables, potatoes, grains
and pasta come as sides. Custom House is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner – just
like Wright’s studio, which was occupied for long hours at a time.
Opera (1301 S. Wabash, 312.461.0161) is
the would-be creation of Russian painter
and stained glass artist Marc Chagall* with
its brightly colored, whimsical décor and
stained glass accents. Like an opera set or
modern art museum, the restaurant’s interior design is spectacular. You would
expect no less from co-owner Jerry
Kleiner. There are even different “galleries”
(dining rooms), where you can enjoy the
food art in romantic, secluded vaults. The
colors, textures and flavors of the modern
Chinese cuisine reflect the atmosphere.
Dishes are split into beginnings, small
plates and main dishes. Ye Chan’s Grand
Marnier
Prawns
(sweet
orange
caramelized tiger prawns with spring fruit,
$12) are a great starter. Then expand your
horizon and stomach with Mapo Tofu
(grandmother’s chili-spiked tofu with
ground pork and garlic black bean sauce,
$8) and Opera’s Peking Duck Service
(three preparations, $30). To end the meal
like an emperor, try the Tao of Chocolate
OPERA YE CHAN’S GRAND MARNIER PRAWNS
OPERA
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(bittersweet flourless chocolate cake, milk chocolate triad and chocolate cheesecake
ice cream, $9). Opera’s cocktail list takes an “East meets West” approach, blending
ingredients like sake and plum wine with vodka. The Opera “museum” is open every
night except Mondays.
Zapatista (1307 S. Wabash, 312.435.1307), which opened in mid-2005, is next door
to Opera, but worlds apart in cuisine. It features a Mexican “food revolution” and is
named after Emiliano Zapata, a Mexican revolutionary in the early 1900s. The
restaurant “honors the hard-working and passionate Zapatista [members of the
guerrilla Zapata movement that fought for the redistribution of agricultural land] by
offering flavorful food and great service in an authentic atmosphere.” The grandfather of co-owner Luis Meza (Platiyo) was a Zapatista. Mexican painter Diego
Rivera,* subject of the film “Frida,”
would have been a great spokesman
for the restaurant. He often made
political commentary in his murals,
which
portray
post-revolution
Mexican life and history. Classic
Mexican dishes include tortilla soup,
burritos, tacos and fajitas. Notable
specialties are Chicken a la Azteca
(breast stuffed with corn, mushrooms,
Mexican cheese and rice and creamy
poblano salsa, $16) and Filet con
Hongos (grilled beef tenderloin with
wild mushrooms, chipotle spinach and
tequila-jalapeno
salsa,
$18).
Zapatista is open for lunch and dinner daily. Its tequila selection, along
with its historical basis, is revolutionZAPATISTA
ary. scene
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COLLABORACTION’S !CARNIVAL!
A P R I L S H OW E R S O F F U N
It’s raining, it’s pouring, but no one will be snoring this April. Although it is typically a wet month, some of the moisture will come from cocktails and active
bodies. One-of-a-kind performances and signature drink nights will make
“spring showers” memorable in Chicago.
FLIGHT N IGHT
Unless you’re a whiskey connoisseur, you probably don’t know the true difference
between whiskey and Scotch. The latter is a whiskey distilled and matured in Scotland,
hence, its name. In Scotland, Wales, and England, Scotch is just known as “whiskey”
because it is a standard drink. Whiskey derives its name from a Gaelic word mean64
ing “water of life.” Ta’ Too (1365 W.
Fullerton, 773.525.BREW) is paying
homage to Scotland by introducing
Scotch Flight Night every
Wednesday, starting on April 5.
Ta’ Too is honored by its Scottish military heritage. Its name is derived
from a Gaelic word meaning “taps
shut,” used by Scottish military bagpipers who once marched on front
battle lines to signal cannons to shut
their taps. Every Wednesday, Ta’
Too will offer flights of the world’s
finest Scotch and whiskeys ranging
from $20 to $22. You can choose
four different brands per flight.
Ta’Too will also offer an array of
cigars from $5 to $16 to complement your libation. For more information about nightly events, visit
Ta-too.net.
TA’ TOO SCOTCH FLIGHT
WI N E & ROSES
The Greater Illinois Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will host its 4th Annual
Wine & Roses: Savoring Memories fundraiser on Thursday, April 6, from 6 to
9 pm, at Kaleidoscope (800 W. Superior, 312.850.0800). There, you can savor
wines from different vineyards, enjoy hors d’oeuvres and participate in live and
silent auctions for the Alzheimer’s cause. Supporting this event will help the chapter
continue to serve more than 500,000 people impacted by Alzheimer’s disease in the
area. A great cause plus good food and wine equals an excellent evening. Tickets
are $65 per person in advance. Reserved tables for 10 are $550. To register, go to
Alzheimers-illinois.org. 8
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A B L AST W I T H B E N N Y
The United Center (1901 W. Madison,
312.455.4550) is definitely a place of
glory. Scottie Pippen, Bob Love, Artis
Gilmore, and Michael Jordan … enough
said. We go there to watch the Chicago
Bulls play and daydream of the chance to
hoop it up on the court that bares the
scuffmarks of the famous. Sign up a team
for the MS Half Court Classic: 4 on 4
for a Cure to make this dream a reality.
On Saturday, April 8, from 7 am to
2:30 pm, 32 teams will butt heads and
lay it up to benefit Multiple Sclerosis.
Hosted by Multiple Solutions, the National
Multiple Sclerosis Society Junior Board,
and sponsored by the Chicago Bulls, the
competition will raise money for 18,000
families affected by Multiple Sclerosis. It
will also offer a raffle of sports memoraMS HALF COURT CLASSIC
bilia and entertainment packages and the
chance to meet former Bulls. Call 312.423.1172 or go to Events.msillinois.org to enter
your team in the competition. Teams are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
A N E W ST E V E
“Sex in the City” ended a while ago, but let’s face it ladies, who doesn’t miss Steve
Brady? Through the good times and bad, Steve stuck by Miranda, and as a result, he
won our hearts. We will never be able to get Steve back, regardless of the countless
times we may watch all six seasons of “Sex in the City.” But we can find a new live
version of Steve in David Eigenberg’s dramatic comedy “The Cradle of Man.” It tells
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the story of two American couples that meet in Africa and share good times and bad
in an extraordinary environment. “The Cradle of Man” will run all of April until
May 7, at Victory Gardens (2257 N. Lincoln, 773.871.3000). Tickets are priced
from $25 to $45 and available at 773.871.3000 or Ticketweb.com.
AU L D L A N G S W H O ?
The ball in Times Square only
drops once a year, but New
Year’s can happen twice for you
in 2006 if you attend the Thai
New Year Celebration at
Vong’s Thai Kitchen (6 W.
Hubbard,
312.644.8664)
Tuesday-Thursday, April 1113. VTK is offering a variety of
events that will showcase
Thailand. Each night from 6 to
7:30 pm, VTK will offer Thai
massages, music, dancing and
psychic tea leaf readers. If you
feel somewhat cheated by celeVONG’S THAI KITCHEN THAI NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
brating Thailand’s New Year in
the U.S., keep your hopes up because you could be the lucky person who wins VTK’s
trip to Thailand. Thanks to a sponsorship by Singha Beer, Thailand’s premier beer,
and Thai Airways, VTK is offering the chance to fly to Thailand, stay at the famous
Shangr-la Hotel in Bangkok and tour Singha’s Boon Rawd Brewery. For more information, visit Vtk.com.
WI N E AN D DI N E
When you think of a classic night out on the town, you probably think of a nice
glass of wine and great food. You can get both if you attend Gourmet magazine’s
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3rd Annual Gourmet Wine Cellar on Wednesday, April 19, from 6 to 9 pm at
the River East Art Center (435 E. Illinois, 312.321.1001). This culmination of wine and
food is sure to appease even the pickiest of palates. Chicago’s top chefs, such as Missy
Robbins and Tony Matuano of Spiaggia, Ryan Poli of Butter, and Chistophe David of
NoMi will offer a variety of selections from their menus. There will also be cooking
instructions and nearly 100 different wines to taste. A portion of the profits from the
Wine Cellar will go to Slow Food Chicago, a movement in opposition to fast food that
promotes the pleasure of fine dining. Tickets are $100 per person. To purchase them,
call 800.679.0397 or go to Gourmetscoop.com.
N O C LOW N S H E R E !
The process of attending a theatrical performance is usually standard; you put on your
best clothes and sit in a seat for hours while people perform. Aside from moving
around during intermission, your butt
stays planted perhaps a little too long for
comfort. Well, your derrière won’t go
numb at Collaboraction’s third annual
!Carnival!, a performance that thrives
on audience interaction. Two thousand
years ago, Carnival was founded as a
way for people to express their creativity
through song, dance and art; in 2006, it
will be no different. From a 300-person
twister to a body paint fashion show,
Carnival is sure to engage you. This year’s
theme will be “Virtue and Libido.” The
show will be at Crobar (1543 N.
Kingsbury, 312.266.1900) on Friday,
April 21, from 8 pm to 3 am. Tickets are
$20 for general admission and $50 for
premium in advance; call 312.226.9633
!CARNIVAL!
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DAYS O F W I L D
JOFFREY BALLET “SOMETIMES IT SNOWS IN APRIL”
Ballet is a mystical expression
of emotion through the movement of the human body. It
can tell a story that can make
you smile or cry, but even in
some of the most enthralling
ballets, the music can make
you … um … snore. To conclude its 2005-06 season,
Joffrey Ballet is featuring a
twist on its classic ballet production in “Cool Vibrations,”
which incorporates modern
music into creative choreography. The dance sensation will
run April 26 to May 7, at the
Auditorium Theatre (50 E.
Congress, 312.922.2110) and
will focus on three pieces. The
first, “Deuce Coupe,” will feature the choreography of
Twyla Tharp, who choreographed “Movin’ Out,” set to
Beach Boys tunes. The second
piece will be “Motown Suite”
by Donald Byrd, set to popular Motown hits. And who better to end the night with
than the king of pop himself, Prince? The third piece is “Sometimes it Snows in April,”
a Laura Dean production set to Prince songs such as “Baby I’m a Star” and “Trust.”
Tickets range from $15 to $125. To purchase them, call 312.902.1500 or go to
Ticketmaster.com. scene
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D R I N KS SCENE
G E O F F C R AW L E Y
began with tequila in my dorm room, continued with different liquors at various clubs
and ended with the porcelain goddess because I failed to respect and honor the “do
not mix” commandment alone.
The simplest whiff of tequila evokes similar memories of revelry and various rights of
passage for my assorted partners in crime. Shamefully, many of them never returned
to the scenes of their crimes for further exploration. The mythic past of tequila
embraces the ancient Mexican spirit of alcohol as a gift of the gods. The exploration
of tequila and all things agave like mezcal and sotol should not be confined to drunken debauchery. They should be openly explored and embraced.
EXPLORING THE NOBILITY OF ALL THINGS AGAVE
A cool, curvaceous co-ed with the middle name of Hazard taught me how to
drink tequila in college. Honestly, her middle name was Hazard and that
should have been my first warning. She drank tequila straight with no grimacing and no chasing. As a guy, I was not about to lose my “man card” by drinking tequila around her in any other way. She had rules for drinking tequila
similar to Biggie Small’s 10 Crack Commandments. Age and a lifestyle of
working and playing hard have erased my memory of all of her rules except
the first and most important: Jose is a jealous lover. I never listened and often
shared my love with all of the spirits around me. Unfortunately, when your
wife discovers your mistress, there are consequences. I remember nights that
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U N D E R STA N D I N G M E Z C A LS A N D T E Q U I L AS
Mezcal and tequila are Mexican spirits distilled from agaves – spiky looking plants
that are often mistaken for cacti. Mezcal (or mescal) is the generic term and tequila is
a regional type of mezcal. All tequilas are mezcals, but not all mezcals are tequila.
Mezcal is named from mexcalmetl, meaning “agave” in a pre-Hispanic Nahuatl language. The Nahuatl were the original settlers of the area of Mexico’s Jalisco state,
which eventually became the small village of Tequila in 1656. The liquor is named after
this village. Locally-produced mezcal wine from Tequila simply came to be known as
tequila like grape brandy from
AGAVE FARM NEAR TEQUILA, MEXICO
the Cognac region of France
became known as cognac and
champagne is the product of
the Champagne region of
France.
There are 136 species of agave
in Mexico, but only the blue
agave is used for making tequila. According to Mexico’s 1949
Norma Oficial Mexicana
Tequila Law, tequila can only be
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distilled from the fermented sap of the heart of the blue agave from Jalisco and a
few surrounding areas. Mexican law dictates that tequila must contain at least 51%
agave tequila, while mezcal can be made anywhere in Mexico and can include a
variety of agaves.
The processing varies between mezcal and tequila, which creates their distinct tastes
like smoky Bourbon differs from sophisticated Scotch whiskey. The greatest difference in the distillation between mezcal and tequila is that mezcal piñas (hearts of
agave) are baked in rock-lined pits. Slow roasting over several days allows the piñas
to absorb flavors from the earth and wood smoke. Tequila piñas are steamed in
pressure cookers, releasing their natural sugars. The flavor of mezcal can be
described as smoky, pure, complex and warm. Scotch fans may especially appreciate mezcal’s charcoal tones.
Compared to other liquors, mezcals age quickly. Blanco, also known as silver, plata
or white, is not aged and bottled with less than 60 days or no aging after its double distillation. Blancos are light in color with a crisp, young taste. Gold or Joven
mezcal is allowed to finish and settle for several weeks after distillation prior to
bottling. Typically, this is a blanco made golden with caramels for the American
marketplace. 8
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Many first-time tequila drinkers mistakenly believe that gold tequila is the pinnacle of tequila; rather, it is a freshman
choice used for cocktail mixing.
Reposados (“rested”) mezcal is aged in
wooden tanks or casks for two to 12
months. Oak aging adds smoothness
and a soft straw color. Reposado tequilas are best sellers in Mexico and may
be enjoyed alone or in cocktails that
highlight the liquor flavor. Mezcals aged
in wooden barrels for at least a year
are classified as añejos (“old”). Old oak
barrels impart a natural amber color in
añejos that balances the sweetness of
agave with tannic textures. Like great
Scotch, añejo tequilas are best enjoyed
without additional ingredients.
W H AT A B O U T T H E WO R M ?
Many Americans mistakenly believe that tequila bottles contain the legendary worms,
which are notorious from macho frat initiations and decadent, lost weekends in
Tijuana. Actually, the worm, or gusano, is the larva of one of four types of worms that
thrive on agave plants. The mythology surrounding the worm includes it being a hallucinogenic to proving a spirit’s potency through pickling. But the worms are harmless.
Worms are outlawed in tequila, though they may sometimes be found in mezcal. Or,
more accurately, the worm in certain mezcals is a marketing gimmick to mask the inferior taste of poorly produced mezcals. Typically, high-end mezcals do not have
worms, though some have maintained the tradition since 1940 to satisfy the American
marketplace.
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Visit your local watering hole or liquor store to discover great
mescals and tequilas. We highly recommend Illinois’ premium tequila leader, Tequila Cazadores. Recently introduced to the Chicago
market, Cielo Tequila is remarkable as well. Milagro Single Barrel
Tequila may challenge the popularity of your single malt Scotch
for your personal bar. Del Maguey offers an assortment of
exceptional, unblended, single village mezcals made by individual family producers in remote villages scattered throughout
the state of Oaxaca, Mexico. Additionally, Jose Cuervo has
added a premium tequila, Black Medallion, to its portfolio.
With a complex, smooth and slightly oakey flavor, Black
Medallion will certainly be a personal favorite. Finally, we
would be remiss if we did not highlight Corzo’s Añejo Tequila
with notes of oak, honey and intense smoky flavor that was
launched at the beginning of last year.
S OTO L M E A L L A B O U T I T
New to Chicago is sotol, a distinguished agave mezcal. Distilled
from an agave plant found in Chihuahua, Mexico, this regional mezcal is uncommon beyond Chihuahua. Only recently has
sotol begun to achieve international recognition. It is a silkysmooth, intoxicating liquor with more than 800 years of history. Sotol’s distillation process is similar to tequila and may be
aged from six months for a repasado to over a year for an
añejo. In terms of taste, texture and flavor profile, sotol is a
kissing cousin of tequila. Since it is relatively unknown, a bottle
of top-notch sotol may be purchased for a fraction of the price
of similar quality tequila. Fine liquor stores in the Windy City
have begun carrying Hacienda de Chihuahua Sotol Añejo, a
triple-distilled, two-year-old sotol aged in white oak barrels.
Sotol may be the perfect change of pace or secret ingredient
for your signature, homemade margaritas. 8
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F I V E S P OTS TO E X P LO R E AGAV E
Both newbies to mezcal and tequila as well
as hardcore enthusiasts will appreciate
Salpicon (1252 N. Wells, 312.988.7811).
With one of the largest mezcal and 100%
blue agave tequila lists in the city, Salpicon is
more than a genuine Mexican restaurant; it
is tequila bliss. Plus its atmosphere is cheerful
and comfortable. Salpicon’s educated and
informed staff offers honest recommendations regarding their extensive mezcal and
tequila list. Tequila Flights range from $20
for blancos to $25 for añejo tequilas to $65
for a Connoisseurs’ Flight. A Mezcal Flight
($18), featuring 4 Del Maguey single village
mescals, is also available.
Rick Bayless’ Frontera Grill (445 N. Clark,
312.661.1434) is the more casual and livelier
“girl next door” cantina to the fashionable
Topolobampo. Envision traditional Mexican
dining with conventional sensibilities. The
boisterous, radiant and sun-baked Frontera
provides delectable margarita concoctions
suiting every taste and palate. A smoldering
highlight of Frontera’s cocktail menu is its
Mezcal Margarita ($8) with Del Maguey
“Chichicapa” Mezcal, Don Pedro Brandy,
limeade and a dash of Peychaud bitters. The
mezcal adds subtle, yet noticeable smokiness with its natural sweetness. 8
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Platiyo (3313 N. Clark, 773.477.6700) has
vivid colors and exposed brick walls, which
complete the festive atmosphere of paper
mache dragons, rainbow light fixtures and brilliant artwork. The cuisine has both classic and
modern interpretations of regional Mexican
dishes. Platiyo’s bar is stocked with an impressive array of the finest tequilas and artisanal
mescals. The Del Maguey Mezcal Margarita
consists of Crema de Mezcal with agave
syrup, Gran Torres orange liqueur and fresh
limonada ($8-$20, depending on the Mezcal
selection).
PLATIYO MEZCAL MARGARITA
SALUD EL DIABLO
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Wicker Park’s trendy Salud Tequila Lounge
(1471 N. Milwaukee, 773.235.5577) is as
enjoyable as its 20 to 30-something clientele.
This sophisticated restaurant and saloon offers
more than a great variety of tequilas and margaritas. But once you begin your agave explorations there, you may not care or notice. For
a unique vision of your everyday mojito, sample Salud’s Pomegranate Mojito ($9) with fresh
mint leaves, agave nectar, fresh lime juice,
soda and Pama pomegranate liqueur.
Typically made with Bacardi Light Rum, spice it
up a notch with one of Salud’s plethora of
tequilas. If you’re feeling a little devilish, the El
Diablo ($8) with Gran Centario Reposado,
fresh lime juice, ginger ale and Chambord is
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West Fulton Market’s cavernous, vibrant and energetic Carnivale (702 W. Fulton
Market, 312.850.5005) is Jerry Kleiner’s homage to Latin culture and cuisine. Bursting
in a kaleidoscope of dazzling colors and immersed in scintillating salsa music, the
playful décor is complemented with velvet curtains, silk-covered lanterns and palm
leaves. A taste of the Nuevo Latin cuisine promotes itself. The Carnivale Margarita
(1800 Tequila, Cointreau, freshly squeezed lime juice and splash of orange juice, $9)
is exceptional and accessible to all.
R E M I N I S C I N G OV E R J O S E
Though I left the jealousy of Jose for the love of others, I am thankful that my experiences with tequila have grown with me. Fortunately, the rising popularity of single
malt Scotch has not been lost on tequila producers as they continue to introduce
more elegant and refined 100% blue agave brands that have captured market
share since the ‘80s.
Mezcal producers inspired by the upgrading of tequila desire the same popularity
and prestige as well. More and more, sophisticated mezcals are available. Now,
when I want to toast my maturity and
dare I say, refined tastes, I can pour a
little añejo mezcal, tequila or sotol
and appreciate memories of my
past adventures while enjoying
present escapades. The word
agave comes from the Greek
word for noble. It’s a pleasure to see all things
agave achieve their
rightful
place
among liquor
royalty.
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TYLER CURTIS
we cage you up with other animals at the zoo, let Chicago Scene take you on a
Wayback Machine tour of the electrifying Lincoln Avenue.
BORDO’S EATERY & SAUCE
M E M O RY L A P S E S M AY O C C U R
We begin our tour at the Northwest end of the street. Once upon a time, Déjà Vu
(2624 N. Lincoln, 773.871.0205) was known by three phrases: turtle races, dive bar
and debauchery. It is housed in the Lauf Building, originally built in 1881, which was
previously a brothel, different bar and taco stand. Since 1983, it has been Déjà Vu.
Recently, the bar got a facelift and the “Vu” was elevated from a turtle-filled dive to
a sleek den of iniquity. Play pool downstairs, dance on the linoleum floor or worm
your way to the locked door in the back. This is the staircase to the magical VIP room
known as 2D, a land of plush couches and bottle service (reservations only, boys and
girls!). The “Vu” still knows how to get down and dirty, though – stop in on Tuesdays,
when all well drinks are only a buck.
LION HEAD PUB
LAN D OF LI NCOLN
Several milestones of Chicago’s lurid past have been retained in hot
nightspots that dot the city’s main artery, Lincoln Avenue. This historic street
has served a multitude of purposes besides debauchery. On it lays DePaul
University, Children’s Memorial Hospital, Oz Park (a great spot for ice cream
in the summer) and Lincoln Park Zoo on the lakefront! Lincoln Avenue wasn’t
always just bars and institutes though. In 1864, 1,000 acres were dedicated
to what would become Lincoln Park. (This was no small task as 10,000 bodies of Confederate Civil War soldiers who died in Chicago prisons had to be
exhumed and relocated.) Even our own celebrity gangster, John Dillinger,
was gunned down by the FBI in the alley next to the Biograph Theater, possibly after a drink at the speakeasy that is now John Barleycorn. So, before
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“J U ST O N E M O R E , T H E N I G OT TA C ATC H A M OV I E … ”
– JOH N DI LLI NGE R
In the middle of Lincoln Park lies the heaviest hitter on our journey into the past. John
Barleycorn (658 W. Belden, 773.348.8899) is the epitome of a bar that flaunts its history. Built in 1890, it was originally JOHN BARLEYCORN
owned and operated by an Irish
immigrant named John Barleycorn,
who moonlighted as a Chicago cop.
John Dillinger frequented the place in
the 1920s when it was a speakeasy,
constantly buying rounds for the
house. During Prohibition, the
speakeasy was boarded up on the
outside to appear vacant to the probing authorities. What is now the back
room at John Barleycorn fronted as a
Chinese laundry, where shady
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patrons would sneak in. There, bootleggers would roll in laundry carts loaded with
booze under stacks of dirty clothes. Drinks were served by bringing up bottles to the
pub via a small elevator. Today, John Barleycorn is an atmospheric pub that rocks
with popular music, shows art slides on screens around the bar and displays a collection of handmade ship models. If you want to go further back in time, head to the
outdoor beer garden adorned with Greek columns, hanging plants and stone Zeuslike heads that stream water down stone walls. There are even small cherubs
perched on pedestals above the waterfalls, spreading the love of the bar to everyone below!
R O C K M E A L L N I G H T LO N G
Head across the street from Barleycorn and you’ll hear the hum of rock and roll in
the streets. For nearly four decades, the Wise Fools Pub (2270 N. Lincoln,
773.929.1300) has been a proving ground for both aspiring and professional musicians. First opened in 1968, the double storefront space quickly became a stop for
many noted international folk and jazz artists. After decades of legendary performances, which included George Thoroghgood’s first ever Chicago appearance, the
Wise Fools Pub was sold in 1993, becoming a frat house imitation called Abner’s
Yard. It wasn’t until the spring of 2001 that the plan to resurrect one of Chicago’s
most historic music venues was implemented by two brothers, Dan and Mike Cordis.
That year, with a special club
performance by Son Seals, the
Wise Fools Pub was reborn
with the blessing of former
owner David Ungerleider and
locals who wanted live music
back in the neighborhood.
After compiling information
and photos from the old days,
they’ve ensured the magic will
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G R A D UAT I O N DAY
Back in the day, the Alumni Club held the
crown as champion of Lincoln Avenue. Then
this double-decker nightspot was gutted and
split into two completely different theme
bars: Lion Head Pub/The Apartment
(2251 N. Lincoln, 773.348.5100). On the first
floor, the Lion Head Pub is a great pint-sipping, English-style pub with numerous TVs, a
fantastic jukebox, a great munchie menu and
parlor games to boot. Upstairs, The
Apartment takes its name seriously. Pick a
beer out of the tub at the top of the stairs,
then head to the back bar and secure a set
of couches in the den with fireplaces and
ottomans. There’s even a private TV and
Playstation 2 to entertain you while you loaf
on the sofa and order your next cocktail.
Hungry? Order from downstairs and set up
camp in the kitchen
overlooking
the
street, complete
with
appliances
and pots and pans.
But the main event
is in the sea of people dancing in the
middle of the
apartment. Bring
your best kicks and
THE APARTMENT
tear it up!
E AT M E , D R I N K M E , T H R I L L M E , K I S S M E
Just under a decade ago, if you were an establishment on Lincoln Avenue, you were
either a saloon or restaurant. Todd Bordonero changed that in 1997 when he took
over the former home of French fine dining staple, Jackie’s, and transformed the double space into Bordo’s Eatery & Sauce (2476-2478 N. Lincoln, 773.529.6900).
Breaking the tradition of Lincoln Avenue’s watering holes, Bordo’s became the first
upscale joint not to cater to the baseball cap-wearing crowd. Instead, its focus is providing a great dinner at an affordable price. Depending on what time you drop in,
you will find it leaning toward one of its three incarnations – restaurant, bar and/or
cocktail lounge. Like the restaurant’s design, Bordo’s kitchen covers a lot of ground
without fully devoting itself to one genre. The menu has upscale bar food, including
creative salads, grilled delights, pizza and big pasta dishes. Known for its extensive
cocktail list, Bordo’s has also picked up on the bottle service trend, but at Lincoln Park
prices! So, before you start drooling over the vast martini list (we love the Raspberry
Truffle Martini), grab a group and some grub and ease into the upscale sophistication
known as Bordo’s.
E N D O F T H E R OA D
We end our journey down memory lane at the nadir of excitement on Lincoln Avenue.
On one side, there is Gamekeeper’s, Chicago’s original sports bar. On the other side
is Stanley’s, a down
home southern take on
the buffet and booze
combo. In the late 1950s,
a family of Greek immigrants bought a tinroofed Irish bar built in
the late 1880s in a once
awful
neighborhood.
Now that same family
owns nearly 50 buildings
GAMEKEEPER’S
up and down Lincoln
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Avenue. Their original purchase is the home of Gamekeeper’s (1971 N. Lincoln,
773.549.0400). Established in 1984, this bar set the precedent for all sports bars in
Chicago, let alone across the country. (If you ask managers, bartenders or owners
of other sports bars in Wrigleyville or Lincoln Park, they either worked at
Gamekeeper’s or were influenced by it.) The owners felt the need to cater to all sorts
of alumni groups as well as to local sports fans. Today, there are plenty of seats to
keep an eye on a big game with 43 TVs in all directions. And once the sun goes
down on the weekend, DJ Don comes out to play as sports fans, students and alumni get down with some Jagermeister-infused school spirit.
Just across the street is a giant outdoor mural of mashed potatoes. This can only
mean one thing – you’ve arrived at Stanley’s (1970 N. Lincoln, 312.642.0007).
Formerly owned by Chicago Bears quarterback Jim McMahon, Stanley’s is the last
stop on our tour of Lincoln Avenue. Like Gamekeeper’s and Bordo’s, Stanley’s balances itself as a hybrid, acting as a popular family restaurant during the day with
one of Chi-town’s best weekend brunches, then turning into a den of sin once the
kids are tucked in bed. This
southern cookin’ house also
lends itself to lots of drinking. On its front porch with
signature rocking chairs,
there’s a thick line of hopefuls waiting to get some
“southern hospitality” every
Thursday through Sunday.
(Yes, Sunday’s live band
karaoke is one of the hottest
nights in the city.) Now that
your history lesson is done,
go forth and enjoy Lincoln
KID ROCK AT STANLEY’S
Avenue! scene
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A P R I L I S A L L A B O U T AT T I T U D E
floral arrangement from Blue Hydrangea
– that a special event won’t be complete
until you send or receive one. You can display the bouquet as a whole or remove
the flowers to use as a centerpiece while
you nibble on the delicious combination of
caramelized almonds, roasted pistachios
and crispy rice in milk, white and dark
chocolates. The Easter bouquet is filled
with gorgeous spring pastels, or you can
customize it with your favorite flowers and
chocolates. The bouquet comes in three
sizes and prices ($50, $75 and $125).
April is no fool when it comes to letting us know summer
is within striking distance. So after a long winter spent
cozying up inside, it’s time to set our sights on all things
new, rejuvenating and indulgent. Bring on spring!
A L L E Y E S O N T H E B E LT
We spotted an amazing belt on twin mom Julia Roberts, which
is the perfect gift for all of the cool moms you know and for anyone with individual style. The belt is customized with a photo
(think gorgeous baby shot or sexy snap of your squeeze) and
detailed with favorite phrases in studs around the belt. Julia’s
style was “Cher” and she had the words “Yeah Mom” on the
N I C O L E WA L L
back of a vintage
black strap. We
love it! You can
snag this great find
at Below the Belt
(310.839.6690, Blowthebelt.com).
The belt photo can
be either black and
white or color. The
belt costs about
$230 and takes
four to six weeks to
custom make.
E AST E R C H O C O L AT E B O U Q U E T
It’s simple math: chocolate + flowers = Easter. We found the Chocolate Bouquet at
Sarah’s Pastries and Candies (11 E. Oak, 312.217.0588) such a fun idea – an elegant
vase filled with Sarah’s signature chocolate delights and topped off with a gorgeous
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BIGGE R, BOLDE R, BETTE R
What’s the best way to celebrate
spring? With a sexy cocktail in hand, of
course. Want a new luscious libation?
Fall in love with the new Bacardi®
Grand Melon flavored rum. It’s icy
watermelon heightened with subtle hints
of raspberry, apple and fresh cucumber.
How’s it in a martini? Sheer heaven. It’s
crisp, refreshing and juicy and only
about $13 for a fifth. We’re already
dreaming of sipping it poolside at a
Tahitian villa on a private island … perhaps it will be a new cocktail for the
modern Mr. Bond, shaken with a hint of
Grand Melon. It’s the perfect flavor as
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LOV E T H E TA N , H AT E T H E S M E L L ?
Eliminate that less-than-fragrant post-tanning
aroma with Mystic Fresh. Just hitting the market, this product neutralizes all odors from
Mystic Tan and other bed tanning. Pick it up at
Palm Beach Tan (2000 N. Clybourn,
773.935.9254) for $26. It sold out in three days,
so you know the manufacturer is on
to something. But don’t
worry, plenty more is in
stock. Simply go to
Shopmystictan.com to
order Mystic Fresh. Tan
by day and party at
night without alienating
everyone around you!
F R E S H AS A R A I Z Y
We all can’t wait to slough off dry winter skin and bring out
our sexy gear. Shrieks of joy will be heard all the way to North
Avenue when you discover the lingerie Raizy (1944 N. Damen,
773.227.2221) has rounded up from Damaris. This is an exclusive brand to Chicago’s Raizy, which is one of the few retailers
in the U.S. to carry this hot new collection from the U.K. It’s
a girlie-girl’s paradise, filled with skin care products (finally, a place to score Mario Badescu), sweet scents
(Anthousa home perfumes and Mistral shea butter
soaps) and upscale loungewear. Along with fans
Angelina Jolie and Liv Tyler, you’ll love the silk panties
with intricate peek-a-boo laces and velvet sashes. Prices
are from $75 to $220.
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D O N ’ T STA RT F R O M S C R ATC H
One bad scratch can render a favorite CD worthless. We couldn’t put up with one
more annoying skip, so we found a CD that promises to be virtually
Scratch-Less™
Disc
scratch
proof
–
(Scratchlessdisc.com). Claw, drop and even smear
it with peanut butter, this disc still plays like new. To
protect its playing surface, the Scratch-Less™ Disc
is made with an aerodynamic bumper around its edges
and a four-micron polymer layer developed by General
Electric. A spindle of 10 Scratch-Less™ Discs is $13 and sold at
Tigerdirect.com.
If you already have a scratched CD and want to fix it, try the
Dr. Excelerator Series Advanced Disc Repair System
($21) by Digital Innovations. It repairs all discs and is available at Ambientweather.com.
I POD GOES BU FF
We all know the realistic way to get healthy and look great
is to exercise. Why not make it more fun with the new iPod
iWorkout 3.0 (Helmesinnovations.com)? Featuring 42 workouts designed by ACE-trained personal trainers, this iPod personal trainer ($17) is designed for any fitness level and just
about any cardiovascular activity. Each workout progresses in length and has its own interval phases along
with original scored music that works with your
coach, so you know when it’s time to work and
time to rest. Exercise motivation comes in a small
package, including abs, cardio, circuit training and
full body workouts. Tae Bo videos, we bid you
farewell, as exercise has entered the iPod era.
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K E L LY T E M P L E R
BEAUTY WITHOUT TH E BEAST:
CRUELTY-FREE COSMETICS
Want to look good and feel good? Choose cosmetics that are not tested on
animals! There is an ever-growing array of cruelty-free cosmetics and toiletries in the marketplace. Between 8,000 and 10,000 cosmetic ingredients
have been established as safe for human use, so why do products that
include them need to be tested on animals? They don’t, according to the cruelty-free companies below. And they have some of the hottest, environmentally conscious products for the spring and summer.
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The vision at Aveda is to connect beauty, well-being and the environment. Aveda,
the maker of plant-based hair care, skin care, makeup and lifestyle products, recently introduced Live Brightly, a new line of spring and summer makeup hot from the runway in Paris. The look is clean, radiant and airy. Must-have colors for the spring
include Khaki Cloud Petal Essence Single Eye Color ($11),
Lemon Spice Petal Essence Single Eye Color ($11), Sheer Peach
Mist Lip Color Sheer ($14), Pink Vapor Lip Glaze ($15) and
Phlox Essence Cheek Tint ($22). Also recommended is Aveda’s
Damage Remedy family of products, known for its restructuring shampoo, conditioner and treatment. These products
can be purchased at Aveda salons, spas, stores, online
at Aveda.com or by calling 800.328.0849.
This spring, nail a great manicure and strut your stuff
with shades by Barielle. Positive Emotions with Attitude
nail polish ($8) features six new colors to complement
the hottest fashion and beauty trends. “Delightful,” a
sheer pink, and “Passionate,” a dusty rose, keep nails
flirty. Inspired by spring’s colorful patterns, “Expressive,”
a soft violet, and “Spicy,” a warm melon, will add life to
any look. If your style is more heavy metal, try
“Intriguing,” a sheer silvery pearl, or “Uninhibited,” a
sheer pearly gold. Barielle is one of the leading prestige
hand and foot care lines sold worldwide. Products are
available at Barielle.com and select retailers nationwide.
Smashbox Cosmetics is dedicated to making its products both high-quality and humane – it even licensed a
cruelty-free logo (a bunny) for its products! Smashbox
cosmetics are a smashing success and can be seen in a
flurry of fashion magazines and on the famous faces of
many Hollywood hotties. This spring, try Smashbox’s
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Body Lights Powder and Body Glow Brush
Set ($59) for that I-just-got-back-fromthe-Bahamas look or Body Lights Lotion
($29) to transform dull, wintry skin into
radiant, glowing, bikini-ready skin. For
more information, visit Smashbox.com.
As your pre-summer social calendar fills
up, don’t let skin treatments fall by the
wayside. Z. Bigatti, one of the most
luxurious cosmetic companies in the
world, offers a full line of cruelty-free
skin care products. Re-Storation Skin
Treatment ($155) provides every essential
ingredient to repair, nourish and protect the skin.
This summer, make sure to try the Impact-Fruit Enzyme Mask ($129) to slough off that
dull layer of skin left over from winter, leaving skin luminous and healthy. And who
doesn’t want plump lips? Try Lip Pout ($55) for naturally sexy, beautiful lips. This lip
treatment delivers intensive moisture and is a formulation of all natural ingredients.
Products can be purchased at Zbigatti.com, Nordstrom stores, Nordstrom.com, select
Saks Fifth Avenue and Sephora locations.
Recently named “Best Cruelty-Free Personal-Care Product Line” by
Caringconsumer.com, Origins products are as pampering to animals and the earth
as they are to our bodies. The company goes a step beyond not testing its products
on animals by insisting that the suppliers of its raw ingredients don’t either. This
spring, try Origins’ Lavender Lady and Smokey Siren blush shades and eye shadows
to brighten the palette. Also, check out the Flower Fusion Hydrating lip color line.
Origins found flower wax, an extract that keeps flowers flourishing in spite of the
driest conditions, and formulated it into lipsticks. This patent-pending technology uses
several floral waxes, including jasmine, lavender, rose, raspberry, violet and orange
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blossom, blended with other botanical waxes to create a creamy cushion of color that
glides on with ease to protect and perfect your pout. Origins’ lipsticks are available in
24 shades ($15 each) at Origins.com.
The Pink Sugar Collection by Bobbi Brown is the ultimate must-have this season. Try
Pink Sugar Shimmer Wash Eye Shadow ($19), a simple, modern way to wear shimmer,
and the Pink Face Palette ($50), which has everything you need for eyes, cheeks and
lips to create the Pink Sugar look. Brown has also introduced an array of transparent
and glittering pinks for lips. Choose a few shades to give your look a quick update,
such as Glitter Lip Gloss ($19), Lip Sheer ($21) and Shimmer Lip Tint SPF 15 ($16). Visit
Bobbibrowncosmetics.com to view this collection.
Feminine and fun, Urban Decay offers products for your eyes, lips, nails, hair and
skin. The Exhibition Collection is new for the spring and includes
eight vibrant shades of eye shadow ($17 each) that will
turn your eyes into opulent works of art. Each
vibrant shadow features a unique piece of art
inspired by graffiti, street art and graphic
design. Sport these shades alone to make a
statement, or mix them with your favorite neutrals for a spectacular, yet subdued, effect. Also
worth checking out is Urban Decay’s
Good Karma line, which includes
super soft makeup brushes made
of synthetic fiber. Urban Decay
lists all product ingredients at
Urbandecay.com.
For a list of companies that
don’t test their products on animals, go to Caringconsumer.com.
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MICHAEL KORS
and instead focus on another trend that flatters your body like a wide belt to highlight
a small waist. With so many trends to choose from this spring, there’s definitely something for everyone!
1) Trench coats: These continue to have a strong presence on the runways. If you don’t
already own a trench coat, purchase one. You can’t go wrong with the classic doublebreasted, belted version in khaki, but why not have some fun and get one in a different color or pattern? It will be just the thing to throw over all of your spring outfits.
2) Slim pants: Whether we’re talking jeans or dress pants, super skinny is in. The bootleg cut of the past few years has given way to narrow legs and an ultra-tailored fit.
Even if you’re not as skinny as you’d like to be, you can get away with this look by pairing something more flowing and forgiving on top.
DOO RI
MICHAEL KORS
H OT S P R I N G T R E N D S 2 0 0 6
So you’ve cleaned out your closet, logged hours on the treadmill to lose those
last stubborn five pounds and slathered yourself from head-to-toe in self-tanner. With spring around the corner, what else is a girl to do? Go shopping,
of course! But before you whip out those credit cards, take a quick look at
the hot trends for spring.
Remember, just because something is a trend doesn’t mean it will work for you. It’s
important to take your body, age and lifestyle into consideration before making any
purchase. Everyone can look good – just know what works for you. If your legs aren’t
one of your best assets, then by all means, skip shorts, one of spring’s hottest items,
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3) Sailor-style: Nothing says spring like blue and white sailor stripes and bold brass
buttons. The nautical look is cropping up all over the place and this is one trend that
definitely has legs. Throw on a pair of white jeans, a navy jacket and a rope-trimmed
accessory – whether a bag, belt or shoes – and you’ll be shipshape!
4) Dress it up: Dresses are hot and not just for special occasions this spring, especially with so many style and fabric choices. The shirt-dress, baby-doll and body hugging
jersey dress are all great looks for the season.
5) In short: Paired with a cropped jacket or a ladylike ruffled blouse, shorts go way
beyond weekend wear. If you work in a creative or casual environment, they can
even go to the office. Both shorter cuffed styles and longer length slim-cut shorts are
hot this spring.
6) Get me high: Hemlines are getting higher and so are heels. Whether you choose
a wedge sandal in rope or wood or a chunky heel platform, shoes are chunky and
heels are high. Now is the time to pack away the stilettos. Thin may be in, but not when
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7) Waist away: It’s all about the
waist this season and what better
way to draw attention to it than with
a wide belt? Gone are the days of
the bare midriff – a thick belt in
leather, satin or suede is the only
thing that should draw attention to
your middle.
8) The new black: Nude, natural
colors ruled the runway for spring.
With so many shades in the neutral
palette, there’s one to flatter every
complexion. Remember to keep the
mood light by pairing neutrals with
white or other neutrals and keeping
accessories light and natural (think
wood or straw).
9) The other new black: This spring, it’s all about white. Whether it’s an eyelet lace
sundress, a softly ruffled blouse or an oversized slouchy tote, white is white-hot.
Keep the look grounded by pairing your white dress or suit with accessories in warm
leather tones or muted metallics.
10) In the bag: If you buy one bag this season, make it an oversized and slouchy
one. An extra-large tote is this season’s must-have. Choose one in a punchy color or
with fun detailing studs, buckles or chains to add interest to your neutrals and whites.
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Claire Wexler, director of Substance Meets Style, specializes in providing busy professionals with at-home
personal styling and concierge services. For more information, call 312.368.9730 or visit
Substancemeetsstyle.com.
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BARBIE ADLER
So even if he praises you for how sexy, spicy and playful you are and tells you that
you are the perfect girl for him, then follows with probing questions about your past
transgressions, remember there are some things best left unsaid. No good comes from
sharing too many details about your romantic past. Be honest with yourself. You’ve
reached a certain age, so of course both you and your partner have a past, but that’s
where it should remain. Save your glory stories for your closest girlfriend and spare
your new guy the gory details. For best results, avoid the dreaded TMI (too much
information) when these hot topics come up:
YO U ’ V E FA K E D A N O R GAS M B E F O R E
This one’s a ticking bomb that will always leave him wondering if your screams are the
real deal, leading to him having major insecurity in the bedroom.
H OW M A N Y PA RT N E R S YO U ’ V E H A D
The truth may be a tough number for him to get past. This is not information he needs
to know nor you need to know about him.
P I L LOW TA L K N O N O S :
S O M E T I M E S S I L E N C E T R U LY I S G O L D E N
Hallelujah! You landed a great guy who has lasting potential. Finally, it’s a guy
that cares enough to learn about you! In fact, he wants to know all about
you, your dreams, your family and your past. Good for you, but be careful
– disclosing too much information too soon about your past can leave him
feeling insecure, inadequate or turned off. As a result, he may connect the
wrong dots about your character and your suitability to be his girl, future
bride and mother of his kids. In addition, if things don’t work out past the honeymoon phase, he’s got way too much dirt on you that could be used against
you or passed around town.
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YO U R E X O R P R E V I O U S PA RT N E R S
Any emotional discussion or ongoing reference to an ex at this juncture is a sure sign
that you’re still into him. This is not the impression you want to leave. Rather, say things
didn’t work out with an ex in a mature manner and avoid any ex-bashing.
YO U R S E X UA L E X P E R I E N C E S
Your man may tell you that he’s glad you are experienced and encourage you to
share some good steamy episodes to excite him, but in the end, he may not be able
to handle the details or he may view you as the “fun girl” versus the forever one.
Instead, keep all dirty talk focused on and about him.
YO U ’ V E C H E AT E D I N T H E PAST
You dig your new man and you want to be honest about cheating on your ex, but
now’s not the time to be that honest. You may have outgrown your ways, but he
may brand you as “once a cheater, always a cheater.” Let your relationship blossom
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and build credibility before dishing
that you’ve acted dishonestly in the
past. Why risk him thinking you’ll do
it to him before he learns that you
are an honest person?
C O M PA R E T H E PAC K AG E
Never, ever compare the jewels. The
words larger and wider should
never be spoken in his presence.
YO U D O N ’ T L I K E S O M E T H I N G A B O U T H I S FA M I LY
Danger. Save negative critiques until
you are in the family and even then,
you’ll want to tread lightly. If he talks
negatively about a family member,
don’t chime in. Don’t say a peep until
you get to know him and his family
much better.
H OW M U C H YO U S P E N T
SHOPPI NG
Nothing will suck the air out of the room faster than letting it slip that you spent $400
on a pair of cute shoes. He may draw the wrong conclusion that you are in debt,
too expensive or irresponsible when it comes to spending. Rather, share with him
how much money you saved on the shirt that you bought on sale. scene
Barbie Adler is president of Chicago’s Selective Search, an elite matchmaking firm that acts as a personal
recruiter for the city’s most eligible, high-powered bachelors. Women of substance and style are invited to
join for free. Register at Selectivesearch-inc.com or 312.396.1200.
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C R AW L E Y
TH E MAN B E H IN D BA R LEYCOR N
Sam Sanchez’s life is a family affair.
He is a father of three and a devoted
husband of 17 years. Owner of the
Chicago landmark John Barleycorn
empire and Moe’s Cantina, Sam has
been in the entertainment business for
17 years. He recently opened
Barleycorn Sports Bar & Grill in
Lincoln Park west and is breaking
ground for a bar in Schaumburg.
Unlike many of the egos and personalities that canvas Chicago’s nightlife,
Sam is a nice, humble guy who relates
to his business like he adores his family – first as a strict father and then as
a best friend. He recognizes his role in
the success of his various endeavors,
but he is very quick to highlight the
importance of his management team
and staff that truly make it all work.
SAM SANCHEZ
Sam’s kids call him “Super Sam”
because he is always going out of his way to help others. His philanthropic work in
the community may not be well known, but it is appreciated. Sam wouldn’t have it
any other way as he has substance and depth. “I enjoy everyone’s company; I am
friends with everyone,” he says. Chicago is a better place with friends like Sam.
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SA M SA N C H E Z
Who is your hero? My wife.
If you had a warning label, what would it be? Achtung, baby.
Favorite guilty pleasure: “Dancing Queen” by ABBA.
Personal motto or creed:
Ask yourself if it’s right or wrong and make all of your decisions based on this.
Sound or noise you love most:
The sound when I first walk into one of my establishments.
If they made a movie about you, what would the title be and who would
play you? “The World is Not Enough” played by Al Pacino.
What's the theme music to the soundtrack of your life?
“Staying Alive” by the Bee Gees.
Most prized possession: My daughters Korina, Samantha and Camila.
What do you know about love? One word: family.
Best icebreaker at a bar: A smile and a hundred dollar bill doesn’t hurt.
Are there any super powers that would suit you? To see the future.
Growing up, you thought you would be? A doctor.
The word or phrase that best describes your personality? Happy.
Based on your looks, what do most people think about you?
This guy is serious.
Why Chicago? It’s the greatest city in the world and the rest of my family is here.
Biggest challenge: Raising my daughters. scene
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river north | loop | south loop RESTAURANTS
RESTAURANTS gold coast | streeterville
150
AMARIT
GO ROMA
MCFADDEN’S
BIN 36
GIOCO
MK
Thai Cuisine
1 E. Delaware
312.649.0500
Fast and Fresh Italian
848 N. State
312.252.9946
Irish Restaurant & Saloon
1206 N. State
312.475.9450 +
American Wine Bar
339 N. Dearborn
312.755.9463 4+
Contemporary Italian
1312 S. Wabash
312.939.3870 Y4
American Contemporary
868 N. Franklin
312.482.9179
BELLA LOUNGE
GIBSONS
MERLO ON MAPLE
BRASSERIE JO
IL MULINO NEW YORK
NAHA
Upscale Lounge/Dining
1212 N. State
312.787.9405 4
American Steakhouse
1028 N. Rush
312.266.8999 +Y
Italian
16 W. Maple
312.335.8200
French Bistro
59 W. Hubbard
312.595.0800
Fine Italian
1150 N. Dearborn
312.440.8888
International Fusion
500 N. Clark
312.321.6242
BICE
GROTTO ON STATE
MORTON’S
BRAZZAZ
JAPONAIS
NACIONAL 27
Italian
158 E. Ontario
312.664.1474 +Y
Steakhouse and Lounge
1030 N. State
312.280.1005 +
American Steakhouse
1050 N. State
312.266.4820
South American
539 N. Dearborn
312.595.9000 Y
Japanese & European
600 W. Chicago
312.822.9600 Y+4
Nuevo Latino
325 W. Huron
312.664.2727 +Y
BIG BOWL
HARRY CARAY’S RESTAURANT
NOMI
CARNIVALE
KEEFER’S
PARK GRILL
Asian
6 E. Cedar
312.640.8888
Italian Steakhouse
33 W. Kinzie
312.828.0966
French Cuisine
800 N. Michigan
312.239.4030 cY
Authentic Latino Cuisine
702 W. Fulton
312.850.5005 +
Steaks and Seafood
20 W. Kinzie
312.467.9525 Y+4
American Cuisine
11 N. Michigan
312.521.PARK Y+
BISTRO 110
HUGO’S FROG BAR
PANE CALDO
CHINA GRILL
KITSCH’N RIVER NORTH
ROCKIT BAR & GRILL
French Cuisine
110 E. Pearson
312.266.3110 +cY
Fish and Frog Legs
1024 N. Rush
312.640.0999 +Y
Italian Bistro
72 E. Walton
312.649.0055
Global/Asian
230 N. Michigan
312.334.6700 +
Retro-KItchen
600 W. Chicago
312.644.1500cY
Contemporary American
22 W. Hubbard
312.645.6000 Y + c
CALITERRA
JAKE MELNICK’S CORNER TAP
PJ CLARKE’S
COPPERBLUE
KROLL’S
SAL & CARVAO
Caifornian Italian
633 N. St. Clair
312.274.4444
Classic American
41 E. Superior
312.266.0400 +Yc4
American Traditional
1204 N. State
312.664.1650 +c
Fine Mediterranean
505 N. Lake Shore
312.527.1200
American Pub
1736 S. Michigan
312.235.1400 +
Brazilian
739 N. Clark
312.932.1100
CARMINES
LE COLONIAL
SMITH & WOLLENSKY
GRACE O’MALLEY’S
LE LAN
SUSHI SAMBA RIO
Italian Cuisine
1043 N. Rush
312.988.7676 cY
French Vietnamese
937 N. Rush
312.255.0088 +Y4
American Steakhouse
318 N. State
312.670.9900 +Y4
Irish
1416 S. Michigan
312.588.1800
French-Vietnamese
749 N. Clark
312.280.9100
Latin Sushi Fusion
504 N. Wells
312.595.2300 Y+4
FORNETTO MEI
LUX BAR
TAVERN ON RUSH
GENE & GEORGETTI
MELTING POT
QUARTINO
Pan-italian
107 E. Delaware
312.573.6300
Contemporary American
18 E. Bellevue
312.642.3400 +4
American Steakhouse
1031 N. Rush
312.664.9600 +Y
Steakhouse
500 N. Franklin
312.527.3718
Fondue
609 N. Dearborn
312.573.0011
Casual Italian
626 N. State
312.698.5000 +
+ HOT BAR SCENE Y OUTDOOR SEATING c BREAKFAST/BRUNCH 4 LATE NIGHT
+ HOT BAR SCENE Y OUTDOOR SEATING c BREAKFAST/BRUNCH 4 LATE NIGHT
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RESTAURANTS
4TASTE
International Fusion
415 N. Milwaukee
312.226.7850 +Y4
BELLA NOTTE
Fine Italian Cuisine
1374 W. Grand
312.733.5136
BUTTER
Contemporary American
130 S. Green
312.666.9813
BUONGIORNO CAFÉ
Italian Café
1123 W. Grand
312.829.7433
GREEN ZEBRA
Vegetarian
1460 W. Chicago
312.243.7100
JEFFERSON TAP & GRILLE
Casual American
325 N. Jefferson
312.648.0100 Y 4
LA SCAROLA
Italian
721 W. Grand
312.234.1740
MARCHE
French Bistro Cuisine
833 W. Randolph
312.226.8399 +
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west loop | river west | greek town
bucktown | wicker park
RESTAURANTS
UNION PARK
ADOBO GRILL
FRANCESCA’S FORNO
RODAN
Sushi
623 W. Randolph
312.887.9999
Casual American
228 S. Racine
312.243.9002 +4
Mexican
2005 W. Division
773.252.9990
Innovative Italian
1576 N. Milwaukee
773.770.0184 +
NINE
casual
BLUE FIN
MAS
Southeast Asian
South American
1530 N. Milwaukee
773.276.7036
Steakhouse
440 W. Randolph
312.575.9900 +
IGUANA CAFÉ
Sushi Bar
1952 W. North
773.394.7373
Nuevo Latino
1670 W. Division
773.276.8700 Y
CAFÉ ABSINTHE
MIRAI
MEIJI
PLUSH
American Eclectic Cuisine
1104 W. Madison
312.491.9800 +
RED LIGHT
Pan-Asian Cuisine
820 W. Randolph
312.733.8880 +Y
SALTAUS
Mediterranean Asian
1350 W. Randolph
312.455.1919 +Y4
SOUK
Mediterranean
1240 W. Randolph
773.227.1818 4
SUSHI WABI
European Influenced Cafe
and Coffee House
517 N. Halsted
312.432.0663
WISHBONE
Southern-style
1001 W. Washington
312.850.2663 cY
greek town
ARTOPOLIS
306 S. Halsted
312.559.9000 4
ATHENA
212 S. Halsted
312.655.0000 Y4
GREEK ISLANDS
200 S. Halsted
312.782.9855 Y4
Sushi
2020 W. Division
773.862.8500 Y
CANS
MIZU YAKATORI AND SUSHI
Old School Fun
1640 N. Damen
773.227.2277 Y+
Yakatori Sushi
315 W. North
312.951.8880
CLUB LUCKY
PAPAJIN
Traditional Italian
1824 W. Wabansia
773.227.2300 +4
Chinese & Sushi Bar
1551 N. Milwaukee
773.384.9600 Y
COAST
PARLOR
Japanese/Sushi
2045 N. Damen
773.235.5775
Fine Comfort Food
1745 W. North
773.782.9000
DEL TORO
PIECE
314 S. Halsted
312.726.2407 4
Tapas
1520 N. Damen
773.252.1500 +
Pizzeria/Brewpub
1927 W. North
773.772.4422 +4
PEGASUS
D’VINE
PINT
Sushi Bar
842 W. Randolph
312.563.1224
PARTHENON
SUSHI X
Casual Sushi
1136 W. Chicago
312.491.9232
International Cuisine
1954 W. North
773.278.4488
130 S. Halsted
312.226.3377 Y4
+ HOT BAR SCENE Y OUTDOOR SEATING c BREAKFAST/BRUNCH 4 LATE NIGHT
Contemporary American
1950 W. North
773.235.5700 +4
ROMEO ROMEO
Italian
1415 N. Milwaukee
773.227.6636
SALUD
Tequila Lounge
1471 N. Milwaukee
773.235.5577 +
SMALL BAR
Upscale Bar fare
2049 W. Division
773.772.2727
THYME CAFE
Pan European
1540 N. Milwaukee
773.227.1400
USAGI YA
Sushi
1178 N. Milwaukee
773.292.5885
VINTAGE WINE BAR
Modern American
1942 W. Division
773.772.3400 +Y
Irish
1547 N. Milwaukee
773.772.0990 Y
+ HOT BAR SCENE Y OUTDOOR SEATING c BREAKFAST/BRUNCH 4 LATE NIGHT
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RESTAURANTS old town | lincoln park | weed street
154
gold coast | downtown | river north | streeterville NIGHTLIFE
AMBRIA
GREEN DOLPHIN STREET
SANGRIA
THE LEG ROOM
THE REDHEAD PIANO BAR
French
2300 N. Lincoln Park West
773.472.5959 Y
International Fusion
2200 N. Ashland
773.395.0066 +Y
Tapas
901 W. Weed
312.266.1200 Y
1212 N. State
312.787.9405 l
7 W. Division
312.337.2583 ¯4
16 W. Ontario
312.640.1000 4
BUZZ
LE PASSAGE
RINO
BOKA
KAMEHACHI CAFE
SAUCE
American Contemporary
1729 N. Halsted
312.337.6070 Y+
Japanese/Sushi
1400 N. Wells
312.664.3663 +Y4
American Bistro
1750 N. Clark
312.932.1750 +Y
308 W. Erie
312.475.9800¯ 4
937 N. Rush
312.255.0022
CABARET
LEVEL
BORDO’S
LANDMARK
SPOON
Italian-American
2476 N. Lincoln
773.529.6900 +4
Casual American Grill
1633 N. Halsted
312.587.1600 +4
American Traditional
1240 N. Wells
312.642.5522 +Y
CAFÉ BA-BA-REBA!
MICKEY’S
STANLEY’S KITCHEN
Hot & Cold Tapas
2024 N. Halsted
773.935.5000 Yc
Traditional American
2450 N. Clark
773.435.0007 +Y4 c
CLARKE’S
24-hr American Diner
2441 N. Lincoln
773.472.3505 4
BELLA LOUNGE
¯l 4
15 W. Hubbard
312.245.3100
1045 N. Rush
312.397.1045 ¯Y 4
ELM STREET LIQUORS
LUX BAR
343 W. Erie
312.587.3433 4
ROCKIT BAR & GRILL
22 W. Hubbard
312.645.6000 l Y
SOUND BAR
12 W. Elm
312.337.3200
18 E. Bellevue
312.642.3400 ¯l
Homestyle Cooking
1970 N. Lincoln
312.642.0007 +c4
ENCLAVE
MARTINI RANCH
213 W. Institute
312.654.0234 ¯
311 W. Chicago
312.335.9500 Y¯4 l
MON AMI GABI
TARANTINO'S
EXCALIBUR
MCFADDEN’S
10PIN BOWLING LOUNGE
French Bistro
2300 N. Lincoln Park West
773.348.8886 Yc
Italian
1112 W. Armitage
773.871.2929 +Y
632 N. Dearborn
312.266.1944 ¯4
1206 N. State
312.475.9450 l 4 A
330 N. State
312.644.0300 l
GROTTO ON STATE
MELVIN B’S
VISION
EMILIO’S TAPAS
NOODLES IN THE POT
TOPO GIGIO RISTORANTE
Spanish Cuisine
444 W. Fullerton
773.327.5100 Y
Casual Thai
2453 N Halsted
773.975.6177 Y
Traditional Italian Fare
1516 N. Wells
312.266.9355 Y
1030 N. State
312.280.1005 l
1114 N. State
312.751.9897 Yl
632 N. Dearborn
312.266.1944 ¯4
HARD DRIVE
MODA
WHISKEY BAR & GRILL
GASLIGHT
ROSE ANGELIS
TSUKI
Bar & Grill
2426 N. Racine
773.929.7759 +
Italian Cuisine
1314 W. Wrightwood
773.296.0081 Y
Japanese/Sushi
1441 W. Fullerton
773.883.8722
GEJA’S CAFÉ
SALPICON
VIDA
Romantic, Fondue
340 W. Armitage
773.281.9101 4
Nuevo Latino
1252 N. Wells
312.988.7811 Y
Contemporary Argentine
1248 W. George
773.935.5700 +4
+ HOT BAR SCENE Y OUTDOOR SEATING c BREAKFAST/BRUNCH 4 LATE NIGHT
226 W. Ontario
312.787.4480 ¯4
SPY BAR
646 N Franklin
312.587.8779¯4
151 E. Wacker
312.239.4544 4¯
25 W. Hubbard
312.670.2200 4¯
THE HUNT CLUB
THE MOTEL BAR
WHISKEY SKY
1100 N. State
312.988.7887 Y¯l 4 A
600 W. Chicago
312.822.2900 l Y
W Hotel LSD
644 N. Lakeshore
312.943.9200
JAKE MELNICK'S
NARCISSE
41 E. Superior
312.266.0400
710 N. Clark
312.787.2675 l
1015 N. Rush
312.475.0300
Y BAR
224 W. Ontario
312.274.1880
Y OUTDOOR SEATING l FOOD ¯ DANCING A SPORTS BAR 4 OPEN TIL 4AM
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NIGHTLIFE
156
lincoln park | old town | weed street NIGHTLIFE
bucktown | wicker park
BAR LOUIE
GINBUCKS
VINTAGE WINE BAR
GREEN DOLPHIN
SPOON
1704 N. Damen
773.645.7500 l
1469 N. Milwaukee
773.384.1439
1942 W. Division
773.772.3400 l Y
2138 N. Halsted
773.348.3665
2200 N. Ashland
773.395.0066 Y¯4 l
1240 N. Wells
312.642.5522 Yl
BLACK BEETLE BAR
LAVA LOUNGE
WICKER PARK TAVERN
2532 W. Chicago
773.384.0701 l
859 N. Damen
773.772.3355
BLUE LINE CLUB CAR
LEOPARD LOUNGE
1548 N. Damen
773.395.3700
1645 W. Cortland
773.862.7877
CANS
NORTH SIDE CAFÉ
1640 N. Damen
773.227.2277 l
1635 N. Damen
773.384.3555 Yl
CELEBRITY
PINT
1856 W. North
773.365.0091 l
1547 N. Milwaukee
773.772.0990 l
DANNY’S
PONTIAC CAFÉ
1951 W. Dickens
773.489.6457
1531 N. Damen
773.252.7767 l Y
DARKROOM
RAINBO CLUB
2210 W. Chicago
773.276.1411¯
1150 N. Damen
773.489.5999
DEL TORO
ROC BAR
1520 N. Damen
773.252.1500 l
1540 W. North
773.292.1094 l Y
ESTELLE’S CAFÉ & PUB
SALUD
2013 W. North
773.782.0450 l 4
1471 N. Milwaukee
773.235.5577 l Y
FOUR
SMALL BAR
1551 W. Division
773.235.9100 4¯
2049 W. Division
773.772.2727
BAR 3
BARLEYCORN SPORTS BAR
HOGS AND HONEYS
STANLEY’S
1958 W. North
773.278.5138 4 l A
2142 N. Clybourn
773.348.0414 l A
1551 N. Sheffield
312.377.1733 ¯
1970 N. Lincoln
312.642.0007 Yl
live music
BORDO’S
JET VODKA LOUNGE
SUITE LOUNGE
ARTFUL DODGER
1734 W. Wabansia
773.227.6859 ¯
DOUBLE DOOR
1572 N. Milwaukee
773.489.3160 ¯
EMPTY BOTTLE
1035 N. Western
773.276.3600 ¯
RESERVATION BLUES
1566 N. Milwaukee
773.645.5200 l ¯
SMOKE DADDY
1804 W. Division
773.772.6656 Yl ¯
SUBTERRANEAN
2011 W. North
773.278.6600 l ¯
Y OUTDOOR SEATING l FOOD ¯ DANCING A SPORTS BAR 4 OPEN TIL 4AM
2476 N. Lincoln
773.529.6900 4 l
1551 N. Sheffield
312.730.4395 ¯
CHERRY RED
JOE’S
TA’TOO
2833 N. Sheffield
773.477.3661 ¯
940 W. Weed
312.337.3486 Al 4Y
1365 W. Fullerton
773.525.2739
CROBAR
JOHN BARLEYCORN
THE TIN LIZZIE
1543 N. Kingsbury
312.266.1900 ¯4
658 W. Belden
773.348.8899¯l
1446 N. Wells
312.787.6103
2483 N. Clark
773.549.1132 l
DÉJÀ VU
KATACOMB
VIA DUE
2624 N. Lincoln
773.871.0205 4 ¯
1909 N. Lincoln
312.337.4040 4
1417 W. Fullerton
773.348.9463 l Y
GAMEKEEPERS
KINCADE’S
VIDA
1971 N. Lincoln
773.549.0400 l 4 A
950 W. Armitage
773.348.0010 l
1248 W. George
773.935.5700 l ¯
GIN MILL
LANDMARK
ZELLA
2462 N. Lincoln
773.549.3232 l
1633 N. Halsted
312.587.1600 l
1983 N. Clybourn
773.549.2910 l Y
GOODBAR
LION HEAD PUB &
THE APARTMENT
ZENTRA
2512 N. Halsted
773.296.9700 l¯Y
GRAND CENTRAL
950 W. Wrightwood
773.832.4000 l
2251 N. Lincoln
773.348.5100 l¯A
923 W. Weed
312.787.0400 ¯Y
live music
MICKEYS
KINGSTON MINES
2450 N. Clark
773.435.0007 l Y A
2548 N. Halsted
773.477.4646 4¯
Y OUTDOOR SEATING l FOOD ¯ DANCING A SPORTS BAR 4 OPEN TIL 4AM
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NIGHTLIFE
158
west loop | river west | ukrainian village
lakeview | wrigleyville | uptown | roscoe vilage NIGHTLIFE
THE BEER BISTRO
FUNKY BUDDHA LOUNGE
RESERVE
HYE BAR
SOPO
1061 W. Madison
312.433.0013 l
728 W. Grand
312.666.1695 ¯
858 W. Lake
312.455.1111 ¯
3474 N. Clark
773.244.8000 l ¯
3707 N. Southport
773.244.4057
3418 N. Southport
773.348.0100 Yl
BETTY’S BLUE STAR LOUNGE
G-CUE BILLIARDS
SONOTHEQUE
BERNIE’S BAR
JOHN BARLEYCORN
SPORTS CORNER GRILL
1600 W. Grand
312.243.1699 l 4
156 N. Morgan
312.850.3170 l
1444 W. Chicago
312.226.7600 ¯
3664 N. Clark
773.525.1898 AYl
3524 N. Clark
773.549.6000 l¯A
956 W. Addison
773.929.1441 l A
CLEO’S
GHOST BAR AT NINE
TRANSIT
BAR CELONA
BLARNEY STONE
MATILDA’S
UPTOWN LOUNGE
1431 W. Lake
312.491.8600 4 ¯
3424 N. Sheffield
773.348.1078
3101 N. Sheffield
773.883.4400 l
1136 W. Lawrence
773.878.1136 4
JEFFERSON TAP & GRILLE
TWISTED SPOKE
BUNGALOW
MESSNER’S
WATERHOUSE
325 N. Jefferson
312.648.0100 Y lA 4
501 N. Ogden
312.666.1500 l Y
1622 W. Belmont
773.244.0400
3553 N. Southport
773.325.0123 AlY
3407 N. Paulina
773.871.1200 l
DANTE’S
LINQ LOUNGE
UNION PARK
CASEY MORAN’S
MOE’S CANTINA
WITT’S
1200 W. Hubbard
312.243.9350 Y lA
1350 W. Randolph
312.455.1919 l
228 S. Racine
312.243.9002 l A
3660 N. Clark
773.755.4444 lAY
3518 N. Clark
773.248.0002 l
2913 N. Lincoln
773.528.7032 Yl
DARKROOM
MATCHBOX
VICTOR HOTEL
CULLEN’S
MURPHY’S BLEACHERS
live music
2210 W. Chicago
773.276.1411 Y
770 N. Milwaukee
312.666.9292 Y
311 N. Sangamon
312.733.9600 l
3741 N. Southport
773.975.0600
3655 N. Sheffield
773.281.5356 Yl
CUBBY BEAR
DUGAN’S
PLUSH
WET
DUKE’S BAR & GRILL
NEYBOURS
128 S. Halsted
312.421.7191 l ¯
1104 W. Madison
312.491.9800 l
209 W. Lake
312.223.9232 4 ¯
2616 N. Clark
773.248.0250 l
3651 N. Southport
773.883.4406
EMMIT’S
POAG MAHONE’S
wine bars
FULL SHILLING
RED IVY
495 N. Milwaukee
312.563.9631 l
333 S. Wells
312.566.9100
BEVIAMO WINE BAR
3724 N. Clark
773.248.3330 l A
3525 N. Clark
773.472.0900 l A
GOOSE ISLAND
SLUGGERS
3535 N. Clark
773.832.9040 l
3540 N. Clark
773.248.0055 Al ¯
HI-TOPS
SMART BAR
3551 N. Sheffield
773.348.0009 l¯A
3730 N. Clark
773.549.0203 ¯ 4
1935 W. Chicago
312.243.5600 l ¯
440 W. Randolph
312.575.9900 ¯l
CLUB FOOT
1824 W. Augusta
773.489.0379
FULTON LOUNGE
REDNOFIVE
955 W. Fulton Market
312.942.9500 Y
440 N. Halsted
312.733.6699 4 ¯
1358 W. Taylor
312.455.8255
THE TASTING ROOM
1415 W. Randolph
312.942.1313
Y OUTDOOR SEATING l FOOD ¯ DANCING A SPORTS BAR 4 OPEN TIL 4AM
1059 W. Addison
773.327.1662 Al
GREEN MILL
4802 N. Broadway
773.878.5552 4
METRO
3730 N. Clark
773.549.0203 4
SCHUBA’S TAVERN
3159 N. Southport
773.525.2508
THE WILD HARE
3530 N. Clark
773.327.4273
Y OUTDOOR SEATING l FOOD ¯ DANCING A SPORTS BAR 4 OPEN TIL 4AM
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THE LOOP
GOLD COAST
LINCOLN PARK
312.787.6341
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