It's hard to not be a foodie when you live in Chicago. I like to keep a list of restaurants with delicious food, great ambiance that helps you avoid the annoying conversation of "what do you want to do tonight?"
Here are some that made the list. Hopefully it will be a might to remember!
GOING GLOBAL
Tavernita/Barcito:
The delicious tapas are just enough food to keep you satisfied while
the atmosphere is fun and the drinks are strong. Ask for Alan, one of my favorite bartenders!
Nellcote: I love this Euro-chic space, this is a fabulous lux
place that was inspired by a French mansion --
and home to the Rolling Stones in the 70's. The wood-fired pizzas are
delicious , made with house-milled wheat flour, and the myriad small plates. Try one of the Chef-shaken "kitchen
cocktails. Cheers!
GLAM OUT
Pump Room: Sinatra, Monroe, Hefner and in the words of Jay-Z "I got my swagger back." Get your Glam on and be prepared to be watched and enjoy the people watching.
QQ Fashion Tip: Wear your confidence.
This photo of
Pump Room is ourtesy of TripAdvisor
Paris Club/Studio Paris: Get the mojo going with oysters, low lights and delicious drinks. Then
take the party upstairs and dance the night away.
QQ Tip: Thursday night
have the right balance of cool and sexy.
#ROMANCE
Les Nomades:
No one does romantic better then the French, oui? This is a statement date place. Got something important to say?
Go to Le Nomades or go home. You know what we
mean...
This photo of
Les Nomades is courtesy of TripAdvisor
Geja's Cafe: Candle light, fondue
and the sound of a sexy guitar. Can you spell romantic? Geja's can. This
place is great for an intimate date, where nothing else matters but the two of you.