La Creperie
2845 N. Clark, Chicago, IL 60657
773-528-9050
http://www.lacreperieusa.com/index.html
Near the Clark/Diversey/Broadway split
Casual nice. Dining room broken up in to several separate areas. Outdoor seating when the weather is nice.
Visited: many times over the years
I just love this little place! I first came here for a Peace Corps gathering, and have been coming back ever since.
If they are offering the prix fixe menu, do it; it is definitely the way to go. My favorite combination: start with the vichysoisse, then have the boeuf bourguignon entree crêpe, and crêpe with fresh strawberries and whipped cream for dessert. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu.
The entree crêpes are made with buckwheat and hold up very well to the hot steamy fillings. Other favorite entre crêpes are the Poulet au curry, Coq au vin, and Fruits de mer.
They've been in the same location since 1972; you know it's gotta be good!
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Cafe Iberico, Chicago, IL
Cafe Iberico
739 N. La Salle Dr., Chicago, IL 60610
312-573-1510
http://www.cafeiberico.com
Casual nice. Large dining room plus deli. Full bar.
Visited: many times over the years
Ah yes, I have spent many a hour here in this wonderful Spanish tapas bar! It's a large restaurant, but also very popular so it can be crowded in the evenings (starting at happy hour) and weekends.
There are many yummy things on the menu - it's quite extensive. Below are a few of my favorites that I like to start with. The larger your group, the more fun things you can try.
Patatas Bravas ($5.50): chunks of potates in a spicy tomato sauce. The potatoes just melt when you eat them.
Champiñones a la Plancha ($5.50): mm, these are grilled mushrooms with garlic and olive oil. Each little mushroom is like a little bit of heaven.
Queso de Cabra ($7.50): a warm little dish of soft goat cheese covered in a fresh tomato basil sauce - perfect for spreading onto bread.
Particularly good fun is the Sangria available in red or white. We always got the red. There's plenty of fruit to have for dessert right in your drink.
They also have a deli area with a selection of hams, cheeses, empanadas, and other goodies to go.
Ahh, what fun!
--T
739 N. La Salle Dr., Chicago, IL 60610
312-573-1510
http://www.cafeiberico.com
Casual nice. Large dining room plus deli. Full bar.
Visited: many times over the years
Ah yes, I have spent many a hour here in this wonderful Spanish tapas bar! It's a large restaurant, but also very popular so it can be crowded in the evenings (starting at happy hour) and weekends.
There are many yummy things on the menu - it's quite extensive. Below are a few of my favorites that I like to start with. The larger your group, the more fun things you can try.
Patatas Bravas ($5.50): chunks of potates in a spicy tomato sauce. The potatoes just melt when you eat them.
Champiñones a la Plancha ($5.50): mm, these are grilled mushrooms with garlic and olive oil. Each little mushroom is like a little bit of heaven.
Queso de Cabra ($7.50): a warm little dish of soft goat cheese covered in a fresh tomato basil sauce - perfect for spreading onto bread.
Particularly good fun is the Sangria available in red or white. We always got the red. There's plenty of fruit to have for dessert right in your drink.
They also have a deli area with a selection of hams, cheeses, empanadas, and other goodies to go.
Ahh, what fun!
--T
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