Cosina Grill
1706 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 271-7103
www.cosinagrill.com (redirects to the restaurants facebook page)
Recently opened in Fall 2009, Cosina Grill brings Mexican to the outskirts of Andersonville. Located on Foster, west of Ashland, this little Mexican joint brings home cooking to sylish ambience of exposed brick and soft lighting.
Start out with the "House Chips and Salsa" which features a traditional red salsa, a green salsa, which are both quite good. Entrees are served with salad or soup. The salad is nothing special; it pretty much looks like it comes right out of a bag, BUT the tortilla soup is worth a try.
Entrees range from 10-25 respectively. If you are into seafood, this may be your next stopping point. The menu features several fish/shrimp dishes. (Please comment if you have tried a fish dish, as I don't eat fish, so I can't make a good recommendation!!)
I tried the chicken tacos, which were served traditional style: corn tortilla, chicken, onion and cilantro. If the dish featured wedges of lime to squeeze over my tacos, it would have been perfect.
Cosina Grill is a BYOB with a $2 per person corkage fee.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Sayat Nova (Loop)
Sayat Nova
157 E Ohio St
Chicago, IL 60611-3107
(312) 644-9159
www.sayatnovachicago.com
review coming soon
157 E Ohio St
Chicago, IL 60611-3107
(312) 644-9159
www.sayatnovachicago.com
review coming soon
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Huetten Bar (Lincoln Square)
Huetten Bar
4721 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 561-2507
Located in the heart of Lincoln Square, this German bar has a great selection of draft beers in addition to a wide variety of bottled imports. Within the dark wood ambience of the bar itself, a neon lit jukebox hangs on the far wall. Hello 2009. This juke box is one of those internet ones, so be prepared on hearing anything from classic Bob Dylan to the overly poppy Metro Station.
With a wonderful selection of beers, and the mass quantities of consumption, one might think that the owners could have done a better job at bathroom planning. For a bar that is packed wall to wall on Friday and Saturday nights, two bathrooms just isn't enough. Not to mention, its about as big as a shoe box.
The crowd on the weekend nights is a 20-something scene, so if you're looking for something more tame, it's best to try somewhere else.
4721 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 561-2507
Located in the heart of Lincoln Square, this German bar has a great selection of draft beers in addition to a wide variety of bottled imports. Within the dark wood ambience of the bar itself, a neon lit jukebox hangs on the far wall. Hello 2009. This juke box is one of those internet ones, so be prepared on hearing anything from classic Bob Dylan to the overly poppy Metro Station.
With a wonderful selection of beers, and the mass quantities of consumption, one might think that the owners could have done a better job at bathroom planning. For a bar that is packed wall to wall on Friday and Saturday nights, two bathrooms just isn't enough. Not to mention, its about as big as a shoe box.
The crowd on the weekend nights is a 20-something scene, so if you're looking for something more tame, it's best to try somewhere else.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
RJ Grunts (Lincoln Park)
RJ Grunts
2056 N Lincoln Park W
Chicago, IL 60614-4708
(773) 929-5363
"Lettuce Entertain You" with their flagship restaurant. Located in Lincoln Park on the corner of Dickens and Lincoln Park West, this has become one of Chicago's main food stops. The walls are lined with photographs of women spanning what looks like the the 70s through the 90s. (Think senior photos). While I haven't quite figured out why every available area is covered with lovely ladies, it does add to the uniqueness of the place.
RJ Grunts has got your typical American fare menu. Burgers, fries, chicken sandwiches, etc. What they take pride on is this: They claim to be the inventor of the salad bar. It's nothing impressive except for being able to say, "I ate at the first salad bar ever." But of course that comes with having to believe that it is in fact the first salad bar created. If you're a bit a bit skeptical, try the buffalo chicken nachos. Gut bomb, heart attack on a plate, but fantastic.
Beware, RJ Grunts has attempted to maximize their space. The tables are close together and there is little room for stretching out.
On a bonus point, the Lincoln Park Zoo is across the street. Take a stroll through the beautifully landscaped park to walk off those extra calories.
2056 N Lincoln Park W
Chicago, IL 60614-4708
(773) 929-5363
"Lettuce Entertain You" with their flagship restaurant. Located in Lincoln Park on the corner of Dickens and Lincoln Park West, this has become one of Chicago's main food stops. The walls are lined with photographs of women spanning what looks like the the 70s through the 90s. (Think senior photos). While I haven't quite figured out why every available area is covered with lovely ladies, it does add to the uniqueness of the place.
RJ Grunts has got your typical American fare menu. Burgers, fries, chicken sandwiches, etc. What they take pride on is this: They claim to be the inventor of the salad bar. It's nothing impressive except for being able to say, "I ate at the first salad bar ever." But of course that comes with having to believe that it is in fact the first salad bar created. If you're a bit a bit skeptical, try the buffalo chicken nachos. Gut bomb, heart attack on a plate, but fantastic.
Beware, RJ Grunts has attempted to maximize their space. The tables are close together and there is little room for stretching out.
On a bonus point, the Lincoln Park Zoo is across the street. Take a stroll through the beautifully landscaped park to walk off those extra calories.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Crew Bar and Grill (Uptown)
Crew Bar and Grill
4804 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 784-2739
If you're prepared to trek into the heart of Uptown and brave the seas of uncertainty, you won't be disappointed. Home of the Tater Tot Caserole, this heart attack on a plate is one of the Crew specials. (Only available on the weekends). Also, try their homemade mac and cheese. Heavy and should be served with a side of tums, this is the ultimate comfort food that mom would make.
Crew has multiple televisions scattered throughout the bar and they have subscriptions to programs such as the MLB network. So, if the Cubs aren't playing, you're bound to be able to catch a game of your liking. During football season, Crew features key games for both NFL and NCAA games.
Monday night is Pub Trivia night. Test your knowledge with fill in the blank, multiple choice, and music questions while chowing down on 1/2 price wings ($4.50 for 12) and pint specials (choice varies, so ask your server). There are plenty of prizes to win throughout the process which include free shots and free drink tokens to sister pub and next door neighbor, The Wild Pug. Prizes for winning teams (Best Two Man Team, Overall Winner, and well...the worst team) vary. The ultimate prize is usually a $50 dollar gift card to Crew. Not bad for a pub quiz that has no buy-in!
The space of Crew involves a lot of stainless steel and dim lighting, so if you're looking for sunshine, you may want to reconsider. And if you go to pub quiz, say hello to Teacher's Pet, he's a doll.
4804 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 784-2739
If you're prepared to trek into the heart of Uptown and brave the seas of uncertainty, you won't be disappointed. Home of the Tater Tot Caserole, this heart attack on a plate is one of the Crew specials. (Only available on the weekends). Also, try their homemade mac and cheese. Heavy and should be served with a side of tums, this is the ultimate comfort food that mom would make.
Crew has multiple televisions scattered throughout the bar and they have subscriptions to programs such as the MLB network. So, if the Cubs aren't playing, you're bound to be able to catch a game of your liking. During football season, Crew features key games for both NFL and NCAA games.
Monday night is Pub Trivia night. Test your knowledge with fill in the blank, multiple choice, and music questions while chowing down on 1/2 price wings ($4.50 for 12) and pint specials (choice varies, so ask your server). There are plenty of prizes to win throughout the process which include free shots and free drink tokens to sister pub and next door neighbor, The Wild Pug. Prizes for winning teams (Best Two Man Team, Overall Winner, and well...the worst team) vary. The ultimate prize is usually a $50 dollar gift card to Crew. Not bad for a pub quiz that has no buy-in!
The space of Crew involves a lot of stainless steel and dim lighting, so if you're looking for sunshine, you may want to reconsider. And if you go to pub quiz, say hello to Teacher's Pet, he's a doll.
Friday, May 29, 2009
Mary's Attic (Andersonville)
Mary's Attic
5400 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 784-6969
Part of the Hamburger Mary's chain, this little 3 part conglomerate has something for everyone. With the opening of the "Rec Room" in August 2009, sports fans can catch games while sipping on mojitos in the ambiance of the trendy exposed brick. The Rec Room has advertised "try our home brew." It appears Mary's is trying to be their own micro-brewery. I have to admit, that I haven't tried any of their suds yet, so comments are welcomed.
Personally, I'm a fan of the attic. Bump and grind with the gay boys of Andersonville on a Saturday night or attend Maryoke on Sunday evening where you'll either get theater guru's belting it out or the next shit-show on American Idol. Either way, entertaining. But beware, the mega-sized Jenga set is bound to send you leaping out of your chair and heading to the floor if you happen to sit by it when it falls.
During the summer days, you can sip your drinks outside while people watching those who travel up and down clark street. But for a place that is called Hamburger Mary's the burgers aren't that great. No need to lose hope yet, the chicken wings are pretty good.
5400 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 784-6969
Part of the Hamburger Mary's chain, this little 3 part conglomerate has something for everyone. With the opening of the "Rec Room" in August 2009, sports fans can catch games while sipping on mojitos in the ambiance of the trendy exposed brick. The Rec Room has advertised "try our home brew." It appears Mary's is trying to be their own micro-brewery. I have to admit, that I haven't tried any of their suds yet, so comments are welcomed.
Personally, I'm a fan of the attic. Bump and grind with the gay boys of Andersonville on a Saturday night or attend Maryoke on Sunday evening where you'll either get theater guru's belting it out or the next shit-show on American Idol. Either way, entertaining. But beware, the mega-sized Jenga set is bound to send you leaping out of your chair and heading to the floor if you happen to sit by it when it falls.
During the summer days, you can sip your drinks outside while people watching those who travel up and down clark street. But for a place that is called Hamburger Mary's the burgers aren't that great. No need to lose hope yet, the chicken wings are pretty good.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Sweet Tamarind (Lake View)
Sweet Tamarind
1034 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 281-5300
First things first. The lunch special. For a simple $5.95-$6.95, you get an entree, salad, and soup. Try the basil beef (chicken or tofu). It's sweet, yet spicy and well balanced.
1034 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 281-5300
First things first. The lunch special. For a simple $5.95-$6.95, you get an entree, salad, and soup. Try the basil beef (chicken or tofu). It's sweet, yet spicy and well balanced.
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