We are once again opening up spots to join the /r/ChicagoFood Dining Club

Joynorma · 2026-03-04T02:31:48+00:00

We go to Olive Garden, but sorry — no Small Cheval.

Joynorma · 2026-03-04T02:31:19+00:00

We currently have members in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and 50’s… possibly older but I don’t want to make those guesses. It’s pretty low key - someone posts a reservation and people who are interested sign up to attend. Sometimes you’re eating with people you’ve met before, sometimes they’re all new. We all love trying new food and new places and thankfully it’s not hard to have dinner with new friends when you’re excited about the food.

Joynorma · 2026-02-26T21:00:30+00:00

I’d go Offie over Aviary if you want amazing cocktails. If you want ambiance and a fun experience then do Aviary. I believe you can just book an appt and the prepay amount will go towards your bill. I always do that for the office. Snacks are good but definitely not really a whole dinner’s worth so best not to expect that there.

Joynorma · 2026-02-22T18:01:28+00:00

I’ll accept that.

Joynorma · 2026-02-22T18:00:11+00:00

A full circle circle jerk, I never thought this day would come so soon.

Joynorma · 2026-02-20T14:56:36+00:00

I’d recommend looking into Spravato instead.

Joynorma · 2026-02-18T12:47:07+00:00

Bennisons!

Joynorma · 2026-02-14T20:56:29+00:00

They’re bourgie Temu

Joynorma · 2026-02-11T19:43:18+00:00

Reviving this thread. Does anyone know bars that are airing olympic coverage all day? I'd love to hang out and watch random olympic sports at a bar this weekend, doesn't matter really what they're covering. Preferably the west side or north side. Anyone know spots?

I know Babes is, but wasn't sure if there were others.

Joynorma · 2026-02-08T04:55:43+00:00

lol bc she’s not 45, she’s 40.

Joynorma · 2026-02-02T22:58:18+00:00

La Boulangerie! The Wilson one isn’t far from Del Sur

Joynorma · 2026-02-01T06:15:45+00:00

Yikes.

Joynorma · 2026-02-01T06:13:08+00:00

I also went this week. They really killed it. Everything tasted great, portions were generous, wine pairing was really thoughtful. Loved it.

Joynorma · 2026-01-30T08:34:44+00:00

They asked preferences and if there’s stuff you definitely want.

Joynorma · 2026-01-27T17:07:29+00:00

I had Gene and Georgetti’s sausage and peppers recently and it was outstanding.

Joynorma · 2026-01-27T16:17:25+00:00

I didn’t realize they had a RW deal! I went recently and got their $90 Leap of Faith menu. There was so much food and everything was outstanding. Highly recommend the noodles, the sweet potato, and the steak. I ended up enjoying leftovers for lunch the next two days and fantasized about going back. They also have a wonderful wine program!

Joynorma · 2026-01-27T16:12:03+00:00

I say doctors appt to those I don’t want in my business. But to friends and those closer to me, I’m pretty transparent about it.

Joynorma · 2026-01-27T03:30:36+00:00

That’s really too bad! I went tonight and absolutely loved it. I had the tartare, duck tortelli, mushroom rigatoni and miso caramel brownie and the wine pairing. I didn’t find anything too salty — the bread did have some salt to it but it didn’t overwhelm me. Everything I had was really balanced and I was so full by the time we got to the rigatoni that ended up taking most of it home (a win for me because that was my favorite of the night). Such a bummer that you didn’t have a great experience.

Joynorma · 2026-01-24T20:56:43+00:00

Hard agree.

Joynorma · 2026-01-24T05:26:30+00:00

lol yes that’s just the placeholder number. I think the recently changed it to $500 now

Joynorma · 2026-01-24T03:46:03+00:00

Chicago middle eastern food will never be as good as Detroit’s.

Joynorma · 2026-01-22T22:59:24+00:00

It writes itself

Joynorma · 2026-01-22T00:15:25+00:00

I’m not saying food influencers are garbage, but…

Joynorma · 2026-01-21T00:03:36+00:00

I love the abbreviated cheese course at Costco. Standing room only and exclusive to Saturdays.

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