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Retro Chinese
Yes, Golden Chef is pretty good, but they don't use MSG, which is a must for old-fashioned Chinese...
Retro Chinese
I had them as long ago as the '60's at Pekin House on Devon, which is still open, though I haven't been there in 20 years...
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Pekin House Restaurant
2311 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60659
Retro Chinese
they sure are...
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/119834
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/114040
Retro Chinese
The old place you're thinking of is the great Hi-Howe, which closed in in 2000....the closest I've found in quality is China Chef in Morton Grove. Fantastic egg rolls made with peanut butter...
Chicago-style Italian Beef hits Connecticut
Just had the beef again, and can't rave about it enough...have taken 5 other Chicago transplants and they all love the sandwich.
Chicago-style Italian Beef hits Connecticut
What does that have to do with the quality?
Chicago-style Italian Beef hits Connecticut
Yeah, there is a "Cheesy Beef", but I've never been a fan of that....
Chicago-style Italian Beef hits Connecticut
ReNapoli Pizzeria & Chicago Italian Beef
216 Sound Beach Avenue
Old Greenwich, CT
http://www.renapoli.com/
As a transplanted Chicagoan, I was excited yet skeptical about the prospect of an east coast beef...but I am happy to report that it was much, much better than I expected. To be honest, I was just hoping for something serviceable as I don't know of another place within 500 miles that serves the sandwich, but my craving was more than quenched and I will be a regular.
The beef was high-quality, properly prepared, tasty and juicy enough to satisfy even my beef-savy palate. The giardiniera peppers were indistinguishable from Chicago's finest, but I recommend for newbies to order them 'on the side' so you can determine how much to put on the sandwich. My only quibble is that the roll was not quite authentic, but was close enough not to detract from my enjoyment.
Overall I'd say it was better than 75% of the beef sandwiches I had in Chicago...I just prey that the dish catches on and more places put it on the menu. The chef told me it's their best-selling item, so I'm excited.
Now all they need is a picture of Mike Ditka on the wall...
Italian beef in Brooklyn?
Not Brooklyn, but a doable drive...this looks extremely promising...
http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/Business_21/R-Napoli-Pizzeria-and-Chicago-Italian-Beef-prepares-for-opening-in-Greenwich11033.shtml
Coney Island: What's The Deal With This Place?
Thanks Dave, I'm still confused by the White Castle signage.
Coney Island: What's The Deal With This Place?
Just curious, as a transplanted-Chicagoan, how these dogs rate...and how do they serve real White Castle burgers?
Coney Island: What's The Deal With This Place?
As a newly transplanted Chicagoan, I took my first visit to Coney Island today; my family and I had just finished our requisite Nathan's when we looked across the street to see... "Big Al's Chicago Hot Dog King".
http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/11/2007/07/sadhotdogplace.jpg
The place was shut down.
What's the story? Was it/Is it any good? Did they just heat up frozen White Castles? Could someone pick a worse spot in the universe to open a Chicago hot dog stand?
Someone enlighten me.
Italian Beef Sandwich in NYC?
The reason you can't find it in the Italian community is because it's not really an Italian dish. It was created in Chicago by Italian immigrants in the early 1900's...hence the name.
As an ex Chicagoan, I have searched far and wide for one out east, but your best bet is to get a make-it-yourself kit delivered from Portillo's, Vienna Beef or some other Chicago haunt, they turn out just as good as the original.
A Best Egg Roll Debate
Just moved from the Chicago area and really need help finding a great egg roll...can't believe this thread's been dormant for almost four years.
Natural Casing Dogs-Where to get them
To me, the ONLY real Chicago dog is a natural casing dog...unfortunately they're getting harder to find. Let's start a list of places which serve 'em. I'll start with a few...all are in Chicago unless listed otherwise.
The Weiner's Circle
Portillos
Gene & Judes-River Grove
Poochies-Skokie
