Cheap eats around State Street. If your spending the day along State Street there are a surprising number of places to get a cheap meal. This post will cover the Chicago River on the north to Madison on the south and Wabash to the east. All information was verified at the time of … [Read more...] about Cheap eats around State Street
Food & Drink
Downtown Chicago Dive Bars
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
Fashion Outlets of Chicago Shopper Rewards Savings
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
Cheap eats Old Town Chicago
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
Cheap eats Streeterville Chicago
Cheap eats Streeterville Chicago. There are many options for good quality, cheap eats in Streeterville. A lot of these places aren't fancy but the food is good and the prices are the best you'll find in the area aside from fast food chains. Cheers! All information was … [Read more...] about Cheap eats Streeterville Chicago
Lakeshore East Chicago Happy Hour
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
Cheap eats Chicago Food Trucks
Food Trucks are a great way to get a high quality and less-expensive meal on the go and you're also helping small business owners. Due to restrictive rules in the City of Chicago our food trucks are relegated to areas that are at least 200 feet from the nearest restaurant and trucks can only stay … [Read more...] about Cheap eats Chicago Food Trucks
Lake Effect Brewing Company tour
Lake Effect Brewing Company tour. Want to see how a small local brewery operates? Want to learn about the brewing process? Then take be part of one of their tours. Lake Effect Brewing Company When: Every Saturday, 2:00 PM, 3:30PM and 5:00 PM, Reservations here. Where: 4727 W … [Read more...] about Lake Effect Brewing Company tour
Factory tour: Quincy Street Distillery tour
One of the country's best new artisanal spirits companies is Quincy Street Distillery in Riverside. The company makes gin, moonshine, and other botanical liquors. It offers tours on Friday, Saturday, and some Sundays. For $10, you can see the still operations, learn about the company's products, and … [Read more...] about Factory tour: Quincy Street Distillery tour
Factory tours: Lake Effect Brewing Company
Lake Effect Brewing Company operates on the Northwest Side, not far from the Kennedy Expressway. It runs tours every Saturday at 1:00 pm. The cost is $5 and includes samples. Register by email; check the website for complete information. Lake Effect Brewing Company 4727 W. Montrose Chicago … [Read more...] about Factory tours: Lake Effect Brewing Company
Factory tour: Metropolitan Brewing Company
The Metropolitan Brewing Company in Ravenswood is known for its lagers. It operates from an industrial site with no brewpub and no visitors center. It doesn't offer tours often, either, but when it does, it's a nice deal: $5 per person, including samples. Check the website to see when the next tour … [Read more...] about Factory tour: Metropolitan Brewing Company


















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