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aiformula · 07-24-2007, 01:30 PM

heck, you're "just around the corner" from OS. Go see if he wants some part time help while you're there.

Sparks007 · 07-24-2007, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dasanii19

My girlfriend has go to Chicago to train for a new job she got here in Reno and shes taking me with her.. All expenses paid and im off work so why the heck not right? LOL, pretty crazy.This all came about pretty quick, we are leaving on the 23rd of this month and will be there for 2 months... Wow!!

Im just excited to check out new things, I have no idea what to expect

Im not bringing any firearms, Ive heard about the laws... Oh well.. So anyone here on XD talk live in Chicago?

Give Obama the finger for me. Thanks.

wombat13 · 07-24-2007, 01:44 PM

I lived in Chicago for three years from 2001 to 2004. We lived in Lincoln Park (neighborhood close to downtown) and it was before my wife and I had children, so we had a blast!

I agree with the comments about the Museums. Here are a few additional recommendations:

1. Check out the Hancock building. You have to pay to go to the top of the Sears tower, and since it is downtown, you have to look down on all the buildings. Instead go to the Signature Room, a lounge on the 95th floor of the Hancock building which is on Michigan Ave. about a mile and half north of downtown. There is no charge to get into the Signature room and you can spend the money on a couple cocktails. Also since it is north of downtown you have an awesome view of the city skyline. I recommend getting there about an hour before dusk so you can get a table near a window and then just relax with your drink as the city lights come on.

2. You've got to go to the viewing room at the Chicago Board of Trade. Get there before trading starts and then watch as all he** breaks loose when the clock hits 8 am (or is it 8:30, I can't remember). If you've ever seen the movie Trading Places, that is what it's like.

3. Definitely get to the Billy Goat, but it has to be the original on the lower level of Michigan Ave. It is the place that inspired Belushi's "Cheezborger, Cheezborger" routine on SNL. It is also tied to the Cubs "Curse of the Billy Goat".

The food in Chicago is great. My wife and I love great food so we ate out a lot. Post what kind of food you would like to try and how much you are willing to spend. Also, you might want to subscribe to Zagat online where you can search for restaurants using all kinds of criteria. We tried all kinds of ethnic food while we were there, so I can give you the low down on where to go for your different food cravings.

Also, check out metromix.com. It is the Chicago Tribune's entertainment website. It will give you a good idea of what's going on in town.

My wife and I loved Chicago. We only left because we wanted to start a family and it is too expensive to raise a family in the city. Also, we wanted our children to know their grandparents and the rest of the fam. If not for kids, we never would have left (despite the horrible gun laws).

cougar_guy04 · 07-24-2007, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparks007

Give Obama the finger for me. Thanks.

I do every day . . . from 300 miles south.

CanyonJack · 07-24-2007, 02:50 PM

+1 on Wombat's msg.

<>"1. Check out the Hancock building. "<>
Many years ago I saw a sign in the restroom there:

ATTENTION: NO HANCOCKING IN THE JOHN!!

The memories!

Enjoy it all dasanii !!

dasanii19 · 07-24-2007, 03:28 PM

We are open to all restaurant/food suggestions. my girlfriend and i love good food and are always trying something new. We are so excited to be here!

dasanii19 · 07-24-2007, 03:38 PM

Actually its about dinner time right now, any suggestions that close by warrenville rd? If so, let me know what to order

**beardman2** · 07-24-2007, 05:04 PM

go see the aquarium while you are there. Pretty cool.

CanyonJack · 07-25-2007, 07:33 AM

These should get you going:

http://chicagorestaurant.com/

http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/d...ting-evergreen

http://www.activediner.com/restaurant/Chicago

07-24-2007, 01:30 PM	#41
aiformula XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: sw ohio Posts: 3,086	heck, you're "just around the corner" from OS. Go see if he wants some part time help while you're there. __________________ Tony Obama '08... change we can bereave in. Guns are like orgasms.......you just can't have enough good ones!

07-24-2007, 02:50 PM	#45
CanyonJack XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Near Prescott, AZ Posts: 101	+1 on Wombat's msg. <>"1. Check out the Hancock building. "<> Many years ago I saw a sign in the restroom there: ATTENTION: NO HANCOCKING IN THE JOHN!! The memories! Enjoy it all dasanii !! __________________ SA XD-9 Tactical (Springer Precision comp trigger job and Dawson sights!) SA XD-45 Compact (TLR-1) a few long guns

07-24-2007, 03:28 PM	#46
dasanii19 XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 3,518	We are open to all restaurant/food suggestions. my girlfriend and i love good food and are always trying something new. We are so excited to be here! __________________ MY NAME IS SUE!!! HOW DO YOU DO!!! "I started out with nothing, and I still have most of it."

07-24-2007, 03:38 PM	#47
dasanii19 XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 3,518	Actually its about dinner time right now, any suggestions that close by warrenville rd? If so, let me know what to order __________________ MY NAME IS SUE!!! HOW DO YOU DO!!! "I started out with nothing, and I still have most of it."

07-24-2007, 05:04 PM	#48
beardman2 XDTalk 4K Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 4,950	go see the aquarium while you are there. Pretty cool. __________________ - He that would make his own liberty secure, must guard even his enemy from opposition; for if he violates this duty he establishes a precedent that will reach himself. ~Thomas Paine I will not be involved with the dreams of angry men. Founding Documents Freedom isn't free: http://www.anysoldier.com

07-24-2007, 01:44 PM	#43
wombat13 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Western NY Posts: 1,510	I lived in Chicago for three years from 2001 to 2004. We lived in Lincoln Park (neighborhood close to downtown) and it was before my wife and I had children, so we had a blast! I agree with the comments about the Museums. Here are a few additional recommendations: 1. Check out the Hancock building. You have to pay to go to the top of the Sears tower, and since it is downtown, you have to look down on all the buildings. Instead go to the Signature Room, a lounge on the 95th floor of the Hancock building which is on Michigan Ave. about a mile and half north of downtown. There is no charge to get into the Signature room and you can spend the money on a couple cocktails. Also since it is north of downtown you have an awesome view of the city skyline. I recommend getting there about an hour before dusk so you can get a table near a window and then just relax with your drink as the city lights come on. 2. You've got to go to the viewing room at the Chicago Board of Trade. Get there before trading starts and then watch as all he** breaks loose when the clock hits 8 am (or is it 8:30, I can't remember). If you've ever seen the movie Trading Places, that is what it's like. 3. Definitely get to the Billy Goat, but it has to be the original on the lower level of Michigan Ave. It is the place that inspired Belushi's "Cheezborger, Cheezborger" routine on SNL. It is also tied to the Cubs "Curse of the Billy Goat". The food in Chicago is great. My wife and I love great food so we ate out a lot. Post what kind of food you would like to try and how much you are willing to spend. Also, you might want to subscribe to Zagat online where you can search for restaurants using all kinds of criteria. We tried all kinds of ethnic food while we were there, so I can give you the low down on where to go for your different food cravings. Also, check out metromix.com. It is the Chicago Tribune's entertainment website. It will give you a good idea of what's going on in town. My wife and I loved Chicago. We only left because we wanted to start a family and it is too expensive to raise a family in the city. Also, we wanted our children to know their grandparents and the rest of the fam. If not for kids, we never would have left (despite the horrible gun laws).

07-25-2007, 07:33 AM	#49
CanyonJack XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Near Prescott, AZ Posts: 101	These should get you going: http://chicagorestaurant.com/ http://metromix.chicagotribune.com/d...ting-evergreen http://www.activediner.com/restaurant/Chicago __________________ SA XD-9 Tactical (Springer Precision comp trigger job and Dawson sights!) SA XD-45 Compact (TLR-1) a few long guns

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