Category Archives: West Town

Swim Cafe Lemon Coconut Muffins

Posted on September 25, 2007 by John

You have to try the muffins from Swim Cafe. It’s one of my top places so I’m going to dig into it. You may recall this little food adventure, which was my first recorded experience at Swim Cafe. And check … Continue reading →

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D'Amato's Bakery

Posted on July 20, 2007 by John

Sometimes, a savvy restaurateur will fill a starchy thing with something oddly delectable. Take, for example, the Buffao Chicken Spring Roll from Carmichael’s; a fine but unexpected combination. Well, let me follow that up with this little treat. I’m not … Continue reading →

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Amelia's

Posted on July 17, 2007 by John

I love Mexican food, but I haven’t really reviewed any basic Mexican items. I have posts on Tex-Mex and Nuevo Latino cuisine, but this is the first on standard Mexican fare. Very few things comfort me as much as a … Continue reading →

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Vinnie's Subs – Roast Beef

Posted on June 24, 2007 by John

We keep plugging away at Vinnie’s to see if anything can topple the Prosciutto and Mozz from the top spot. Nothing so far. This roast beef sandwich was good, but I just can’t get behind the cold, roast beef submarine … Continue reading →

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Coalfire Pizza

Posted on June 4, 2007 by John

First, let me apologize. I’m new with this blogging package so my picture is not the usual size. Please click on it and you will get the full resolution version. Any input on this new format is much appreciated. Alright, … Continue reading →

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Bari Foods – Prosciutto

Posted on May 9, 2007 by John

I’m at a loss. I’m perplexed, confused, and befuddled. I’m conflicted, dog-tired, and cat-quick. I’m, frankly, screwed up. And I’m not quite sure what to do about it. You see, there is this stretch of Grand Avenue that has two … Continue reading →

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Vinnie's Subs – Tuna

Posted on May 3, 2007 by John

Well friends, I’m pressing on with Vinnie’s and it’s turning out to be a flavorful endeavor. This is the tuna. Just homemade tuna salad, lettuce, tomato, oil, and I add hot peppers. Only $4.00 plus $0.25 or $0.50 for hot … Continue reading →

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D'Agostino's River West

Posted on April 26, 2007 by John

This Italian Grinder from D’Agostino’s is available darn close to my home, so I will never go hungry. At $6.95, this oven baked sammy with ham, capicola, salami, pep, sauteed green peppers/onions, provolone, and Italian spices….is more than a few … Continue reading →

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Swim Cafe

Posted on April 14, 2007 by John

Swim Cafe is fast becoming one of my favorite coffee shops. There are a lot of reasons. Most prominent, is the fact that they have a lot of great food. Pictured is a fine example. That’s the cross-section of the … Continue reading →

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Habana Libre

Posted on April 5, 2007 by John

This is a standard Cuban dish called ropa viaja ($11.95), and Habana Libre, at 1440 W. Chicago, does it very well. It’s a serving of shredded beef in a tangy tomato based sauce, with sides of rice, plantains, and black … Continue reading →

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