Originally Posted by
Andrea Waters
You're totally right. I live less than half mile from Ann Sather and would never, ever think of sending a guest there. I find both the service and the food to be deplorable. I don't even think those infamous cinnamon rolls are made with real butter. I also fully admit I take issue with my Aldermoran, Tunney, and wouldn't ever think of patronizing one of his establishments. My issue. I acknowledge that.
Maybe I'm just not hardcore Chicago enough because I think Portillo's is rotten too. The food is low quality Sysco delivered junk and again, the service is terrible.
Lou Malnati's is okay but it's not my thing.
I really need to quit. It's apparent that I'm just spoiled and just really don't enjoy crap food. I'm a fitness and nutrition crazy, so the foods that appeal to most visitors won't appeal to me. Again, my issue! Thank you for reminding me that I'm nuts.
I like Bavette's a lot and recently dined at Charlatan twice. Both experiences were fabulous, both the food and atmosphere. My Michigan Avenue go to for tourists is typically The Gage.
I kind of agree with you. It's like telling someone visiting internationally that they must eat at McDonald's because it's "authentic American" even though it's pretty terrible.
I think maybe pick one place from the list of "Chicago food" and spend the rest of your time eating at great restaurants. Chicago has some of the best restaurants in the country - take advantage of that fact.