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Cheap eats Chicago Loop

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There are many fabulous restaurants throughout the Loop but many don't qualify as affordable.  Following are the best quality and best value options.  All information was verified at the time of this post and can change without notice..  Unless stated otherwise all prices are … [Read more...] about Cheap eats Chicago Loop

Cheap eats around Millennium Park Chicago

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Cheap eats around Millennium Park Chicago.If you're not in the mood to cook or are heading straight from the office to a Millennium Park concert here's some reasonably priced options for a great picnic in the park. Brown Bag Seafood, 340 E. Randolph 312-496-3999. Great fresh seafood prepared to … [Read more...] about Cheap eats around Millennium Park Chicago

Where to dine near the Broadway Playhouse

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Where to dine near the Broadway Playhouse. Going to the theater can be expensive and if you want to make an afternoon or evening out of it dining adds to the cost. Following are reasonably priced restaurants and Happy Hours. Always check the website or call for hours before heading over. The area … [Read more...] about Where to dine near the Broadway Playhouse

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Where to dine near the Auditorium Theatre

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Where to dine near the Auditorium Theatre. Going to the theater can be expensive and if you want to make an afternoon or evening out of it dining adds to the cost. Following are reasonably priced restaurants and Happy Hours. Always check the website or call for hours before heading over.   This area … [Read more...] about Where to dine near the Auditorium Theatre

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Downtown Chicago Dive Bars

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Downtown Chicago Dive Bars. I'm asked, a lot, where can you go to get a cheap drink downtown?  Well that would be at one of our illustrious dive bars.  Please don't take offense.  I have drank at all of these bars. These establishments serve their purpose in the affordable early morning, day and … [Read more...] about Downtown Chicago Dive Bars

Andersonville Drinking and Dining Deals

If you're taking a trip up to Andersonville check out these drinking and dining deals before you go.  All of the following information was put together by the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce. Where: 5200 N. Clark Street (at Foster Avenue) and surrounding area. DRINKS & DINING DEALS … [Read more...] about Andersonville Drinking and Dining Deals

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Fashion Outlets of Chicago Shopper Rewards Savings

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Fashion Outlets of Chicago Shopper Rewards. I posted about the amazing savings with Spring Rewards here and Shopper Rewards at Shops at North Bridge here. Now I've discovered that the same deal is available at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont. I'm not a big fan of outlet malls, because I'm … [Read more...] about Fashion Outlets of Chicago Shopper Rewards Savings

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Cheap fun at Eataly Chicago

Cheap fun at Eataly Chicago. Things can get pricey at Eataly but if you know how to do it can be less of a hit on your wallet. Where:  43 East Ohio Street,312-521-8700. Here are some tips: Eataly has started offering pop-up restaurants: Ristorante Toscano Ristorante Toscano is Eataly’s pop-up … [Read more...] about Cheap fun at Eataly Chicago

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Cheap eats Old Town Chicago

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Cheap eats Old Town Chicago.  Old Town has some great restaurants.  Here are the best quality, lower cost options. All information was verified at the time of this post.  Unless stated otherwise all prices are estimates and don't include beverage, tax and tip.  Cheers! 2021 … [Read more...] about Cheap eats Old Town Chicago

Lakeshore East Chicago Happy Hour

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Lakeshore East Chicago Happy Hour.  Due to Covid many Happy Hours were canceled.  Now many are coming back.  I'll mark all the ones that have returned as Confirmed.  Thanks! Cheers! I love Happy Hour Dining out can be expensive.  A great way to get a cheap meal and … [Read more...] about Lakeshore East Chicago Happy Hour

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