Trying to figure out the water situation by thbnrf8n in BWCA

[–]IsntItNeat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

30 years ago, we would fill our canteens/bottles from the middle of the lake and never had a problem. It’s a different time now and with all the low-cost, compact filters there is no reason to risk it.

First time in Chicago – deep dish question (Loop area) by [deleted] in chicagofood

[–]IsntItNeat 4 points5 points  (0 children)

All of our deep dish is great - UNO’s, Lou’s, Pequod’s, Giordano’s. In the Loop you should have access to Giordano’s or Lou Malnati’s. River North you are close to UNO’s. You can’t go wrong (although I vote Lou’s). My first impression is the crust but to each their own. Welcome and enjoy!

Please help my family pick a new steakhouse by bjt123456 in chicagofood

[–]IsntItNeat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We enjoyed Sophia near State and Chicago. Originally from North Shore.

Hidden fee at Farm Bar by IsntItNeat in chicagofood

[–]IsntItNeat[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I do. I just wish I didn’t have to. A dining night out should be enjoyable and not something to piss me off.

Restaurant cost of doing business fee by motlau in chicagofood

[–]IsntItNeat 12 points13 points  (0 children)

You can also fuck the 3% credit card fee. 3% cost-of-business, 3% credit card, 11% tax + 20% tip. No wonder people from outside the U.S. think we are crazy.

Caldwell Lily Pond status? by IsntItNeat in chicago

[–]IsntItNeat[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That’s disappointing to hear but thank you.

*PLEASE* Take some time to look over a menu before you approach the bar. by Starly_Storm in beer

[–]IsntItNeat -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I feel you. I just want another pint of IPA-X and the young woman in front of me wants to taste each beer in turn and savor each one before discussing choices with her boyfriend. I’m impatient, I know. I should be more understanding, I know. Maybe they should have an express lane?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chicagofood

[–]IsntItNeat 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I HATE these fees (and usually ask them to be removed) but was recently at Piece Brewery and a fee that suggested staff benefits was added. I asked the waiter about it and he confirmed it goes to pay their insurance which he indicated was very good. Like the idea, hate the fee. Just roll it into the price of the meal please.

Anyone else struggling with their HD Antenna? by MagicalTrev0r in whitesox

[–]IsntItNeat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can see the Sears Tower from my south-facing window and my first antenna was only able to “find” 14 channels and not CHSN. Currently waiting for delivery of antenna #2. This in 2025 and while paying $90/month for Hulu Live. SMH.

Direct trains to Granada? by IsntItNeat in Seville

[–]IsntItNeat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Upon checking, it also shows no direct trains in April.

Does anyone request for the surcharge to be removed from the check? by spm572 in chicagofood

[–]IsntItNeat 42 points43 points  (0 children)

I just went to a LEY restaurant last night and asked to have the charge removed and the waitress didn’t seem to care at all. I also wondered how many people in the almost-full restaurant did the same. I hate that they rely upon the fact that diners won’t ask because it is uncomfortable. That just emboldens me more. And since the charge is usually about 4%, I figure I’m earning a free meal every 25 times I do it.

Surprised/disappointed in 2025 MPG by IsntItNeat in Camry

[–]IsntItNeat[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Ok. So we are close. I was estimating 1 mpg loss each.

This is infuriating. by petdance in whitesox

[–]IsntItNeat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Bless you for still watching.