Seen on the Scene

5/13/13

At Tommy Knuckles, a TV Dinner Never Looked So Good

You'll find classic Hollywood, comfort food, and stiff cocktails at this throwback Lincoln Park lounge.

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5/6/13

Crawfish, Cocktails, and Classy Hats at Brownstone on Kentucky Derby Day

You can bet this viewing party was a fine time, whether or not you care about the horse race.

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4/29/13

It Was Barely Warm Enough To Drink on the Roof at Twisted Spoke

At sunset on a fine spring day, we headed straight upstairs for an outdoor toast.

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4/22/13

The Ballpark Brew Fest Had the Best Beer Ever Poured at a Baseball Stadium

More than 100 types of craft beers—including a special 4/20 debut—made for some satisfying sipping in Schaumburg on Saturday.

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4/15/13

Sweet Baby Ray’s Is a Holy Union of BBQ and Baseball

We spent a Saturday at the new Wrigleyville spot, talking baseball, sipping beer, and shooting photos of some beautiful ribs and brisket.

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4/8/13

This ‘Mad Men’ Party Was Pretty Stylish, Even By Logan Theatre Standards

Dapper gents and dazzling ladies showed up for cocktails, a costume contest, and a look at Don Draper on the big screen.

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4/1/13

At Central Standard, a Few Drinks From This Time Zone

We had a Saturday night Sazerac at the new River North bar.

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3/25/13

A Night at High Noon Saloon: Like Deadwood Came To Wicker Park

With a super-nice staff, tons of TVs, and wallpaper like something at your grandma's house, this Tex-Mex whiskey bar is a strange mix of of a scene.

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3/18/13

Mayne Stage Held an Incredibly Civil St. Patrick’s Day Event

Listening to Celtic tunes performed by Switchback, the Rogers Park event was notable for a respectful crowd and a refreshing absence of excessive drinking.

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3/11/13

Lincoln Square Lanes Is the Fantasy Bar of Every Kid in the 1980s

The recently revamped spot is a beautiful spot for a low-key evening bowling, beer, and live music.

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