Dove’s Luncheonette – 1545 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

1545 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 http://www.doveschicago.com/ Cantarito – Lime, Orange and Grapefruit juice, Salt, toppd with Grapefruit Soda and Tajin 2018 Quinta de Porrais “Douro Branco” wine Burnt Ends Hash – Crispy Potatoes, brisket burnt ends, poblanos, cheddar cheese aioli, queso fresco, two fried eggs, scallions and Texas toast Grain Bowl – farro…

Daisies – 2523 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

2523 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 https://www.daisieschicago.com/     Who: 2 Ladies What: Stylish spot with seasonal pasta & vegetables on the New American menu along with craft cocktails Where: Logan Square When: Wednesday night in October Why: We chose this place for our October restaurant.  The restaurant is divided into two sections with the kitchen…

Chicago Kalbi Korean BBQ – 3752 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

3752 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60625 http://www.chicago-kalbi.com/   Who: 2 Ladies What: Korean BBQ Where: Albany Park When: Monday night in September Why: We had actually chosen another Korean restaurant for dinner, but since we were ready to eat earlier then the place opened, we went to this place instead.  This place is great for 2…

Dos Toros Taqueria

Dos Toros Taqueria 875 N Michigan Ave https://www.dostoros.com/ Who: 3 Ladies What: Casual Mexican Where: Multiple locations in loop and Gold Coast When: Wednesday night in August Why: We chose this place as it was quick and inexpensive.  The food is very similar to a Chipotle or Qdoba, but we all felt a little fresher. …

Dusek’s Board & Beer – 1227 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608

1227 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608 https://www.dusekschicago.com/ Who: 3 Ladies What: Imaginative pairings of high-end pub grub & specialty beers offered in a funky, historic building. Where: Pilsen When: Tuesday night in July Why: We chose this place for our Dinner club for July.  It is located in the Pilsen area and parking can be hard…

Chengdu Impression Restaurant – 2545 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614

2545 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614 https://www.chengduimpression.com/ Who: 6 Ladies What: Chinese Where: Lincoln Park When: Monday night in June Why: We chose this place for dinner club for June.  We walked in and asked for a party of 6 and were seated right away.  The menu has pictures of the some of the food, which…

Chiya Chai Cafe

Chiya Chai Cafe 2770 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 https://www.chiyachai.com/ Who: 3 Ladies What: Casual Nepalese/Indian cafe serving many types of chai plus coffee, booze & a compact food menu. Where: Logan Square When: Wednesday night in May Why: We chose this for our May dinner club.  I had made a reservation on opentable, but when…

Cochon Volant Brasserie

Cochon Volant Brasserie 100 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603 http://www.cochonvolantchicago.com/ Who: 3 Ladies What: French bistro serving classic fare in spacious brasserie surrounds with a bar in a hotel. Where: Loop When: Tuesday night in April Why: We chose this for our April dinner club.  This restaurant is in the HyattCentric Hotel.  They have a great…

Cantón Regio Steakhouse

Cantón Regio Mexican Steakhouse 1510 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608 https://cantonregio.business.site/ Who: 4 Ladies What: Cozy, BYOB and Cash only spot for updated Mexican fare in casual, rustic surrounds. Where: Pilsen When: Thursday night in March Why: We chose this place for dinner club for March.  The restaurant looks like a house with cool stone and…

Willow Room – 1800 N Halsted St

1800 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614 willowroomchicago.com Who: 5 Ladies What: New American fare offered in a chic, rustic-industrial space with a basement wine cellar & bar. Where: Lincoln Park When: Thursday night in February Why: This was our last restaurant of restaurant week and what a way to go out!  This restaurant is in…