1804 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 772-6656
www.thesmokedaddy.com
Smokey is right... This joint is chill, tasty, and where it is at if you like Bbq and ribs. I have been there twice now, and the second time was just as good as the first. Last April I went there with my significant other, his sis, and his parents. So, there were five of us, and let me just say we did our part that night on some ribs! The ribs were permeated with that oh so good smokey flavor that can be sometimes hard to find. The pulled pork was juicy and tender, and the chicken was sweet and delicious. The mac and cheese was a gooey delight, and the baked beans were bacon infused mushy goodness.
The second visit this January, during our trek around Wicker Park in negative 20-degree weather, was just as enjoyable. We stopped in to warm up with some bourbon and a quick bite. We split a half slab of baby backs, mac and cheese and corn bread. The ribs did not disappoint once again. The corn bread was super moist and made with just enough jalapeños for a fiery boost. Again the staff was courteous and friendly, and we left there happy and warmed up for the next stop.
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Friday, January 25, 2008
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Bongo Room
1470 N Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago , OH
(773) 489-0690
I first heard about the Bongo Room by doing searches online for breakfast spots or cafes in Wicker Park. It kept showing up with rave reviews, so I had to see for myself. A freezing early Saturday morning we braved the elements and made it. We had about a 10 minute wait until we were seated. The fact that there were only two of us was extremely helpful, I watched parties of three and more waiting at least 20 if not 30 more minutes for a table. From what I hear we got off easy, usually the wait is out the door on the weekends. The tables are close together so you will get to know your neighbors. Our neighbors were a very nice couple that shared quite a bit of their knowledge of the city, and to our surprise they were from the Cleveland area as well.
The service was great. They ran a tight ship. The water in the glass never fell below half and neither did the coffee, which by the way was delicious. I ordered the Pumpkin and Graham Cracker Pancakes, served with a vanilla bean crème anglais and dusted with cinnamon. Talk about rich. Talk about sweet.
The pancakes themselves had great graham flavor and if I were to get the dish again, I would certainly get the anglais on the side. There was no way I could finish the portion or anything else for that matter. My companion ordered the breakfast burrito, meatless and served with chunky potatoes. The burrito was filled with fluffy eggs and veggies and he seemed quite pleased.
After we departed, he later told me that he did find a hair on the plate, but did not want to ruin the visit, although it wouldn’t have changed the company or the experience.
Chicago , OH
I first heard about the Bongo Room by doing searches online for breakfast spots or cafes in Wicker Park. It kept showing up with rave reviews, so I had to see for myself. A freezing early Saturday morning we braved the elements and made it. We had about a 10 minute wait until we were seated. The fact that there were only two of us was extremely helpful, I watched parties of three and more waiting at least 20 if not 30 more minutes for a table. From what I hear we got off easy, usually the wait is out the door on the weekends. The tables are close together so you will get to know your neighbors. Our neighbors were a very nice couple that shared quite a bit of their knowledge of the city, and to our surprise they were from the Cleveland area as well.
The service was great. They ran a tight ship. The water in the glass never fell below half and neither did the coffee, which by the way was delicious. I ordered the Pumpkin and Graham Cracker Pancakes, served with a vanilla bean crème anglais and dusted with cinnamon. Talk about rich. Talk about sweet.
The pancakes themselves had great graham flavor and if I were to get the dish again, I would certainly get the anglais on the side. There was no way I could finish the portion or anything else for that matter. My companion ordered the breakfast burrito, meatless and served with chunky potatoes. The burrito was filled with fluffy eggs and veggies and he seemed quite pleased.After we departed, he later told me that he did find a hair on the plate, but did not want to ruin the visit, although it wouldn’t have changed the company or the experience.
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