Re: Going to Wrigley

[ELCABALLO45]

This is probably the 3rd thread saying this BUT.

 

I will be going to Wrigley field for the 1st time in my life. I am pretty excited. (Aug. 9th vs. St. Louis)

 

I have a couple question to all you cub fans.

 

1. What are the best foods that I should eat AT Wrigley?

 

2. What are the best resturants in Chicago?

 

3. Anything I should go to see in Chicago? (Im going to a White Sox game the day before and going to the Sears Tower)

 

4. Anyone else going to this game?

 

Thanks for all the help.

[berniebrewer4life]

Well, i'm not from chicago, but i go there a decent bit, so i think i can add some ideas.

 

As for food outside the stadium, you have to have chicago pizza atleast once. I suggest Giordanos myself. I love it. It's about a 45 min wait(depending on how many people are there), but it's worth it. I love Italian, and i'm sure others might be able to suggest something better, but i always try to go to Maggianos when i can.

 

As for food within the stadium, i would stay away from just about everything. The hot dogs are ok, but all in all, Wrigley food is pretty bad.

 

When you go to Wrigley, take it all in. Walk around the outside of the park before you go in, just take in the entire atmosphere. Enjoy yourself, however, if you can avoid it, don't go to the bathroom. It's not real pretty.

 

As for stuff you should see, i guess that depends on the kind of stuff you are into. Chicago has just about everything you could really want. Museum of Science and industry, Natural History, Navy Pier(a little touristy for me, but it gives you a great view of the city), Chinatown is nice, Millennium Park is pretty, and on the north side of the Art institute IIRC. John Hancock Center, you can go on and on.

[Yeti]

giordanos(sp)

 

field museum

 

maybe shedd aquarium

 

trib tower(theres a giordano's nearby)

[big_shooter17]

I also am not from Chicago, but have done the Wrigley trip a couple of times. Shedd Aquarium is a must in my opinion and I'm not really a sea life kind of guy. I would put that as a must visit personally. I know that it is kind of kitschy and stuff, but I did like the Billy Goat Tavern and have gone twice. I thought that the burgers were fairly good and it is one of those neat kinds of places to visit. If you like art, the Art Institute is pretty good. I don't really know what I'm looking at with that stuff, but I had a pretty good time there. The parks in Chicago are great and try to go to Second City if you have a free night, both times that I went, I had an awesome time. Otherwise, in my opinion, just enjoy downtown.

[Hacking Out Machine]

Well, i'm not from chicago, but i go there a decent bit, so i think i can add some ideas.

 

As for food outside the stadium, you have to have chicago pizza atleast once. I suggest Giordanos myself. I love it. It's about a 45 min wait(depending on how many people are there), but it's worth it. I love Italian, and i'm sure others might be able to suggest something better, but i always try to go to Maggianos when i can.

 

As for food within the stadium, i would stay away from just about everything. The hot dogs are ok, but all in all, Wrigley food is pretty bad.

 

When you go to Wrigley, take it all in. Walk around the outside of the park before you go in, just take in the entire atmosphere. Enjoy yourself, however, if you can avoid it, don't go to the bathroom. It's not real pretty.

 

As for stuff you should see, i guess that depends on the kind of stuff you are into. Chicago has just about everything you could really want. Museum of Science and industry, Natural History, Navy Pier(a little touristy for me, but it gives you a great view of the city), Chinatown is nice, Millennium Park is pretty, and on the north side of the Art institute IIRC. John Hancock Center, you can go on and on.

 

 

(For the original poster)

 

Giordano's is good. There's a million good pizza joints in Chicago though. Aurelio's is great too. If you like super thin, D'Agostino's on Southport and Addison 3 blocks west of Wrigley is a nice one.

 

Asking what some of the best restaurants in Chicago are is like asking who some of the better looking chicks in LA are. You can literally trip over about 5 or 6 great restaurants on every block between Wrigley and downtown.

 

Inside Wrigley, go with the Calzone (a fancy name for a pizza puff) if you can find it. One of the stands on the third base line and the one in the upper deck close to home plate on the 3rd base side has em I think. It will probably stop your heart, but at least you'll die with a smile on your face.

 

(For Bernie)

 

The bathrooms are fine. Grow a pair.

[mul21]

Giordano's is good, Lou Malnati's is the nectar of the gods.

 

Go to Murphy's or the Cubbie Bear before the game for a few beers to get the experience.

 

I have to agree with another poster, good restaurants in Chicago are like hot chicks at the Playboy mansion.

 

Another interesting place to go is Dick's Last Resort. Look it up, it's interesting.

 

Try the Chicago style dog at the game or at a Vienna beef place. And you're not allowed to put ketchup on it, but get everything else on it.

[Guest]

Giordano's is good, Lou Malnati's is the nectar of the gods.

 

This is the truth.

[ELCABALLO45]

Thanks for the help so far, and please keep it coming.

 

I for sure will be getting some Chicago Pizza =P~

[Clem Fandango]

This won't be of any help unless someone knows what I'm talking about because I don't live in Chicago.

 

I have a family friend who lives roughly 10 minutes from Wrigley. About 5 minutes from his house, still in that 10 minute Wrigley vicinity, is this quaint little Argentinian restaurant across the street from this crusty looking bowling alley.

 

That restaurant was some of the best food I've had. If anyone knows what I'm talking about, that'd be awesome, I'd like to know the name of the place as I might visit a friend who just moved up there soon and would like to go back.

[Garwilly]

This won't be of any help unless someone knows what I'm talking about because I don't live in Chicago.

 

I have a family friend who lives roughly 10 minutes from Wrigley. About 5 minutes from his house, still in that 10 minute Wrigley vicinity, is this quaint little Argentinian restaurant across the street from this crusty looking bowling alley.

 

That restaurant was some of the best food I've had. If anyone knows what I'm talking about, that'd be awesome, I'd like to know the name of the place as I might visit a friend who just moved up there soon and would like to go back.

 

 

There is an argintinian place not too far from Wrigley. It is named "N" excct it has the little tilde, and pronounced "en-yay"

 

Otherwise here is the "south America" tab from Metro Mix

 

http://chicago.metromix.com/facets/home/topic.restaurants.cuisine.latin_american.south_american

[berniebrewer4life]

Well, i'm not from chicago, but i go there a decent bit, so i think i can add some ideas.

 

As for food outside the stadium, you have to have chicago pizza atleast once. I suggest Giordanos myself. I love it. It's about a 45 min wait(depending on how many people are there), but it's worth it. I love Italian, and i'm sure others might be able to suggest something better, but i always try to go to Maggianos when i can.

 

As for food within the stadium, i would stay away from just about everything. The hot dogs are ok, but all in all, Wrigley food is pretty bad.

 

When you go to Wrigley, take it all in. Walk around the outside of the park before you go in, just take in the entire atmosphere. Enjoy yourself, however, if you can avoid it, don't go to the bathroom. It's not real pretty.

 

As for stuff you should see, i guess that depends on the kind of stuff you are into. Chicago has just about everything you could really want. Museum of Science and industry, Natural History, Navy Pier(a little touristy for me, but it gives you a great view of the city), Chinatown is nice, Millennium Park is pretty, and on the north side of the Art institute IIRC. John Hancock Center, you can go on and on.

 

 

(For the original poster)

 

Giordano's is good. There's a million good pizza joints in Chicago though. Aurelio's is great too. If you like super thin, D'Agostino's on Southport and Addison 3 blocks west of Wrigley is a nice one.

 

Asking what some of the best restaurants in Chicago are is like asking who some of the better looking chicks in LA are. You can literally trip over about 5 or 6 great restaurants on every block between Wrigley and downtown.

 

Inside Wrigley, go with the Calzone (a fancy name for a pizza puff) if you can find it. One of the stands on the third base line and the one in the upper deck close to home plate on the 3rd base side has em I think. It will probably stop your heart, but at least you'll die with a smile on your face.

 

(For Bernie)

 

The bathrooms are fine. Grow a pair.

 

You're right, peeing in a trough without ice is totally fine and sanitary. My bad. :lol:

[TysonCBulls423]

If you're really hungry pre or post game, go to Bacci's Pizzeria outside of Wrigley. The pizza slices are longer than my legs! And they are pretty cheap, $4.50 per slice.

[jersey cubs fan]

Well, i'm not from chicago, but i go there a decent bit, so i think i can add some ideas.

 

As for food outside the stadium, you have to have chicago pizza atleast once. I suggest Giordanos myself. I love it. It's about a 45 min wait(depending on how many people are there), but it's worth it. I love Italian, and i'm sure others might be able to suggest something better, but i always try to go to Maggianos when i can.

 

As for food within the stadium, i would stay away from just about everything. The hot dogs are ok, but all in all, Wrigley food is pretty bad.

 

When you go to Wrigley, take it all in. Walk around the outside of the park before you go in, just take in the entire atmosphere. Enjoy yourself, however, if you can avoid it, don't go to the bathroom. It's not real pretty.

 

As for stuff you should see, i guess that depends on the kind of stuff you are into. Chicago has just about everything you could really want. Museum of Science and industry, Natural History, Navy Pier(a little touristy for me, but it gives you a great view of the city), Chinatown is nice, Millennium Park is pretty, and on the north side of the Art institute IIRC. John Hancock Center, you can go on and on.

 

 

(For the original poster)

 

Giordano's is good. There's a million good pizza joints in Chicago though. Aurelio's is great too. If you like super thin, D'Agostino's on Southport and Addison 3 blocks west of Wrigley is a nice one.

 

Asking what some of the best restaurants in Chicago are is like asking who some of the better looking chicks in LA are. You can literally trip over about 5 or 6 great restaurants on every block between Wrigley and downtown.

 

Inside Wrigley, go with the Calzone (a fancy name for a pizza puff) if you can find it. One of the stands on the third base line and the one in the upper deck close to home plate on the 3rd base side has em I think. It will probably stop your heart, but at least you'll die with a smile on your face.

 

(For Bernie)

 

The bathrooms are fine. Grow a pair.

 

You're right, peeing in a trough without ice is totally fine and sanitary. My bad. :lol:

 

Peeing in a trough is extremely effiicient and as sanitary as one can expect in a setting where thousands of people are chugging beer. Don't wear your Sunday finest or plan on eating in there.

[dougdescenzo]

The one thing I always recommend for visitors to the city is the Chicago River architecture tour. It is a relaxing and enjoyable way to view the city. I believe there are a couple different boat tours running but the one I have been on/recommend is here: http://www.wendellaboats.com/chicago.htm As you can see you catch it on the corner of Michigan and Wacker.

 

As for around Wrigley I don't have much to add aside from definitely go to Murphy's, the food sucks inside, and enjoy the atmosphere. If you enjoy beer (and who doesn't) I definitely recommend The Map Room. It is a short cab ride from Wrigleyville and offers over 200 different beers.

[burnt out cubbie fan]

I would highly suggest going downtown and taking one of the architecture foundation river boat tours if you are into that sort of thing. It is found on the south eastern corner of michigan avenue and the river. The architecture foundation has the best tours with the most information. I would also suggest going to millennium park if you have the time. They have free concerts every week on monday for sure and I believe classical music on wednesday nights. The park is really cool and nothing beats watching a concert in that pavilion. I went to one today and it was great.

 

I would agree that Lou Malnati's > Giordano's but I love both of them. Also if you want to have some good steak Gibson's is the way to go. It is normally around 30-40 dollars a person before drinks and such but the food is outstanding.

 

Finally, shame on you for going to a sox game. Make sure you bring your rape whistle with you!

[Edmonds15]

What is "second city"?.....and where is it?

[bukie]

Inside the park, the only good food is the Chicago dogs. Not the regular hot dogs, you have to go to the special booths around the park. With grilled onions is best. Don't ruin it with ketchup either!

 

Old Style isn't for everyone, but I always enjoy one with the game also.

[BCVM22]

Don't ruin it with ketchup either!

 

Ketchup? I'm not familiar with this term.

[Hall7810]

What is "second city"?.....and where is it?

 

It's a comedy troupe. Belushi, Murray and Tina Fey amongst others got there start there. It's Wells and North ave, the exact address escapes me.

[RonnieWooWooSanto]

What is "second city"?.....and where is it?

 

It's a comedy troupe. Belushi, Murray and Tina Fey amongst others got there start there. It's Wells and North ave, the exact address escapes me.

 

http://www.secondcity.com/?id=theatres/chicago

[TMan92]

Kingston Mines (or another blues place) for live blues late night after the game.

[Section538]

re: Sears Tower...

 

Skip the Sears Tower and do the Hancock building. It's right on the lake and in my opinion the views are much better.

 

A tip on that is don't go to the observatory there, go to the Signature Lounge. It's one floor higher and there's no admission charge, you just have to buy a drink. So basically, you get the same view and a drink for the price you'd pay for the observatory.

[Section538]

And a big +1 on the troughs and efficiency. If they replaced those with urinals, every beer drinker in Wrigley would miss most of the game.

[berniebrewer4life]

Well, i'm not from chicago, but i go there a decent bit, so i think i can add some ideas.

 

As for food outside the stadium, you have to have chicago pizza atleast once. I suggest Giordanos myself. I love it. It's about a 45 min wait(depending on how many people are there), but it's worth it. I love Italian, and i'm sure others might be able to suggest something better, but i always try to go to Maggianos when i can.

 

As for food within the stadium, i would stay away from just about everything. The hot dogs are ok, but all in all, Wrigley food is pretty bad.

 

When you go to Wrigley, take it all in. Walk around the outside of the park before you go in, just take in the entire atmosphere. Enjoy yourself, however, if you can avoid it, don't go to the bathroom. It's not real pretty.

 

As for stuff you should see, i guess that depends on the kind of stuff you are into. Chicago has just about everything you could really want. Museum of Science and industry, Natural History, Navy Pier(a little touristy for me, but it gives you a great view of the city), Chinatown is nice, Millennium Park is pretty, and on the north side of the Art institute IIRC. John Hancock Center, you can go on and on.

 

 

(For the original poster)

 

Giordano's is good. There's a million good pizza joints in Chicago though. Aurelio's is great too. If you like super thin, D'Agostino's on Southport and Addison 3 blocks west of Wrigley is a nice one.

 

Asking what some of the best restaurants in Chicago are is like asking who some of the better looking chicks in LA are. You can literally trip over about 5 or 6 great restaurants on every block between Wrigley and downtown.

 

Inside Wrigley, go with the Calzone (a fancy name for a pizza puff) if you can find it. One of the stands on the third base line and the one in the upper deck close to home plate on the 3rd base side has em I think. It will probably stop your heart, but at least you'll die with a smile on your face.

 

(For Bernie)

 

The bathrooms are fine. Grow a pair.

 

You're right, peeing in a trough without ice is totally fine and sanitary. My bad. :lol:

 

Peeing in a trough is extremely effiicient and as sanitary as one can expect in a setting where thousands of people are chugging beer. Don't wear your Sunday finest or plan on eating in there.

 

While efficient, i have seen alot better than that at just about every major league ballpark in america.

 

And a big +1 on the troughs and efficiency. If they replaced those with urinals, every beer drinker in Wrigley would miss most of the game.

 

Maybe people should drink less if that's actually gonna be a problem. Or develop better bladder control(i personally try never to leave my seat during a game, unless it's a blowout).

[jersey cubs fan]

Maybe people should drink less if that's actually gonna be a problem.

 

that would be stupid