Calling Chicago BOTL's

mahtofire14 · 03-20-2013, 04:51 AM

I'm heading to Chicago for my birthday this weekend with my girlfriend. I haven't been there in about 8 years and it was with a pack of buddies. What I am wondering is what are some cool things to see other than Sears Tower and the aquarium. Also, I have heard mixed thoughts on the "L" and it's safety in the after hours. My girlfriend and I are flying out there and won't have a car so this is something we are planning on using in the evening/night. Thanks for the help in advance guys.

icehog3 · 03-20-2013, 09:17 AM

Navy Pier is a good destination, lots to do there.

Too bad the Blackhawks don't play, she could treat you to a game.

The L is relatively safe when there is a man in the group, and you just keep to yourselves.

AdamJoshua · 03-20-2013, 09:21 AM

Museum of Science and Industry (with an entire german sub) or if you like Dinos there's the Field museum, but I'm guessing since no car you might cab it to them, still something to do.

BHalbrooks · 03-20-2013, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

The L is relatively safe when there is a man in the group, and you just keep to yourselves.

That makes me wanna go to Chicago never. Boston's Public transport is safer than that lol

icehog3 · 03-20-2013, 09:31 AM

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That makes me wanna go to Chicago never. Boston's Public transport is safer than that lol

Yeah, they are a little gentler in Boston. Pinkies up.

BHalbrooks · 03-20-2013, 09:48 AM

Pffft yea ok.

Maybe it's safe when you're around, I've seen those pipes.

mahtofire14 · 03-20-2013, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Navy Pier is a good destination, lots to do there.

Too bad the Blackhawks don't play, she could treat you to a game.

The L is relatively safe when there is a man in the group, and you just keep to yourselves.

We're staying in Oak Park which I've heard is nice and right by the Wright museum which I'm excited for. I also though about a Blackhawks game but figured I wouldn't be able to get tickets anyway. Also I really wish I could hit a nice B&M with a couple of you guys but I don't think I could talk the lady into that unfortunately

icehog3 · 03-20-2013, 02:22 PM

I'm out of town this weekend or I already would have suggested a meet-up, Pete.

Oak Park is nice, just stay stay away from Austin at I290.

AdamJoshua · 03-20-2013, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by BHalbrooks

That makes me wanna go to Chicago never. Boston's Public transport is safer than that lol

You don't go through roxbury much do you

This is all you need to know about asking for directions in Chicago

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRJnEbt89w8

BHalbrooks · 03-20-2013, 03:50 PM

Haha roxbury isn't that bad anymore like it used to be.

maninblack · 03-20-2013, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by BHalbrooks

Pffft yea ok.

Maybe it's safe when you're around, I've seen those pipes.

Man crush.

BHalbrooks · 03-20-2013, 04:16 PM

Jealousy

Sorry, done being off topic.

EricF · 03-20-2013, 04:30 PM

I was there a few years ago and went to UpDown Cigars in Old Town. Small, but a nice place.

chippewastud79 · 03-20-2013, 05:45 PM

If you like beer, try Haymarket Pub and Brewery, lots of good beers to be had and the food is pretty good too.

icehog3 · 03-20-2013, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by chippewastud79

If you like beer, try Haymarket Pub and Brewery, lots of good beers to be had and the food is pretty good too.

Goose Island Brewpub is another good one for beer lovers....

http://www.gooseisland.com/pages/cly...brewpub/65.php

omowasu · 03-20-2013, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by mahtofire14

We're staying in Oak Park which I've heard is nice and right by the Wright museum which I'm excited for. I also though about a Blackhawks game but figured I wouldn't be able to get tickets anyway. Also I really wish I could hit a nice B&M with a couple of you guys but I don't think I could talk the lady into that unfortunately

There is a ton of stuff to do in your area. Just in Oak Park alone, they have a Frank Lloyd Wright house and studio tour throughout the day and tours of the Unity Temple, both of which are national landmarks and defining of the Prarie Style of architecture. If you get on a Wright kick, go tour the Rookery downtown on LaSalle or the Robie House near UoC. If you hit the Rookery, visit Jack Schawrz Importers at 141 W. Jackson on the 1st floor.

Take her to the former Sears Tower (now the Willis Tower), hit the 101st floor and go out on the glasswalks for a picture that will last a lifetime. Just dont look down!

Take the train to the Chicago Loop and spend the day on Michigan Avenue. Visit Heaven on Seven for lunch (one of my faves) or Bandera on Michigan.

You really cant miss in Chicago - tell us more of your interests and we will get you there.

As for train safety, Scott II rule #1 for taking the CTA anywhere is to make sure you get on the RIGHT train! Study the maps! If you end up late drinking downtown, take a cab - it will run $20-$40 to Oak Park, but they are safe and ubiquitous.

03-20-2013, 09:17 AM	#2
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,251 Trading: (60)	Re: Calling Chicago BOTL's Navy Pier is a good destination, lots to do there. Too bad the Blackhawks don't play, she could treat you to a game. The L is relatively safe when there is a man in the group, and you just keep to yourselves. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

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AdamJoshua Article 4 Free Inhabitant Join Date: Jan 2013 First Name: The Other Adam Location: Satellite Beach Posts: 14,787 Trading: (40)	Re: Calling Chicago BOTL's Museum of Science and Industry (with an entire german sub) or if you like Dinos there's the Field museum, but I'm guessing since no car you might cab it to them, still something to do.

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BHalbrooks Have My Own Room Join Date: Nov 2011 First Name: B Location: Texas Posts: 1,122 Trading: (5)	Re: Calling Chicago BOTL's Pffft yea ok. Maybe it's safe when you're around, I've seen those pipes.

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icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,251 Trading: (60)	Re: Calling Chicago BOTL's I'm out of town this weekend or I already would have suggested a meet-up, Pete. Oak Park is nice, just stay stay away from Austin at I290. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

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BHalbrooks Have My Own Room Join Date: Nov 2011 First Name: B Location: Texas Posts: 1,122 Trading: (5)	Re: Calling Chicago BOTL's Haha roxbury isn't that bad anymore like it used to be.

03-20-2013, 04:51 AM	#1
mahtofire14 Chillin in the Aging Room Join Date: Oct 2012 First Name: Pete Location: St. Paul, MN Posts: 1,588 Trading: (16)	Calling Chicago BOTL's I'm heading to Chicago for my birthday this weekend with my girlfriend. I haven't been there in about 8 years and it was with a pack of buddies. What I am wondering is what are some cool things to see other than Sears Tower and the aquarium. Also, I have heard mixed thoughts on the "L" and it's safety in the after hours. My girlfriend and I are flying out there and won't have a car so this is something we are planning on using in the evening/night. Thanks for the help in advance guys. __________________ Saving basements in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.

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BHalbrooks Have My Own Room Join Date: Nov 2011 First Name: B Location: Texas Posts: 1,122 Trading: (5)	Re: Calling Chicago BOTL's Jealousy Sorry, done being off topic.

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EricF Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Eric Location: Miramar, FL Posts: 7,004 Trading: (116)	Re: Calling Chicago BOTL's I was there a few years ago and went to UpDown Cigars in Old Town. Small, but a nice place. __________________ It might taste crummy, but at least it's huge.

03-20-2013, 05:45 PM	#14
chippewastud79 Fatter than you! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Larry Location: A little place called home. Posts: 5,397 Trading: (44)	Re: Calling Chicago BOTL's If you like beer, try Haymarket Pub and Brewery, lots of good beers to be had and the food is pretty good too. __________________ If we weren't supposed to eat animals, then how come they're made of meat? You can never have too many cigars, they are like an investment in good times.