Chicago

**pknitty** · 06-27-2009, 01:55 PM

Thanks for that nice compilation there EGQ! Is it spelt Freddie's or Freddy's on Goolge I found a place called Freddie's on 31st ST in Bridgeport.

**EGQ** · 06-27-2009, 03:41 PM

It's definitely on 31st -- you have the right spelling. When is the series?

For cigars -- there are some great shops in the city, and there's a nice place out by Willowbrook -- I'll try to put together a short list. My local B&M will be on the list -- nice place to grab a smoke and play some xbox or playstation.

Originally Posted by pknitty

Thanks for that nice compilation there EGQ! Is it spelt Freddie's or Freddy's on Goolge I found a place called Freddie's on 31st ST in Bridgeport.

**pknitty** · 06-27-2009, 10:43 PM

The game we are going to is on July the 11th (Saturday), we are going to try to get into Chicago sometime on Friday and leave on Sunday. This will be my first game at Wrigley, so I'm really looking forward to it.

**EGQ** · 06-30-2009, 12:33 PM

Cigar Shops -- City: Iwan Ries has the most knowledgeable staff – most have been there for years and are great resources. Updown consistently has the best selection. Hubbard & State Cigars is my regular haunt due to its proximity to my office. For all -- don’t coming looking for deals, our tobacco tax is ridiculous, and most offerings are around MSRP (and often higher).

Cigar Shops – Burbs: Burning Leaf in Plainfield has a good selection, and there are usually a few guys around bullshitting – a lot of xbox/ps3 gaming as well. They also have a nice selection of accessories. A few exits before Kingery off of 55. There’s also Stogies on Kingery in Willowbrook – a more likely choice for you – never been, but meaning to swing by at some point.

There used to be a great Mexican place on Kingery just off of 55 – Senor Tequila’s – they closed that branch and are looking for a new location in the area, but the Joliet one is still open – great food, great margaritas and great staff.

If you’re looking for something in particular, let me know, and I will try to respond.

Also, there is a great bar on Halsted called The Manhole -- you should check it out after the game.

Had to get one Card's fan related dig in...

**ggiese** · 06-30-2009, 02:15 PM

Originally Posted by EGQ

Cigar Shops -- City: Iwan Ries has the most knowledgeable staff – most have been there for years and are great resources. Updown consistently has the best selection. Hubbard & State Cigars is my regular haunt due to its proximity to my office. For all -- don’t coming looking for deals, our tobacco tax is ridiculous, and most offerings are around MSRP (and often higher).

Cigar Shops – Burbs: Burning Leaf in Plainfield has a good selection, and there are usually a few guys around bullshitting – a lot of xbox/ps3 gaming as well. They also have a nice selection of accessories. A few exits before Kingery off of 55. There’s also Stogies on Kingery in Willowbrook – a more likely choice for you – never been, but meaning to swing by at some point.

There used to be a great Mexican place on Kingery just off of 55 – Senor Tequila’s – they closed that branch and are looking for a new location in the area, but the Joliet one is still open – great food, great margaritas and great staff.

If you’re looking for something in particular, let me know, and I will try to respond.

Also, there is a great bar on Halsted called The Manhole -- you should check it out after the game.

Had to get one Card's fan related dig in...

...how could you do that to the poor guy. He may be a Cards fan, but does he deserve to be treated to "The Manhole"???

If you're coming from St. Louis, you might be able to take in Belicoso's in Orland Park (it's somewhat on the way from the south side to the North side (You may feel more comfortable being the Sox territory, than in Cubs territory).

**BigMacFU** · 06-30-2009, 02:39 PM

The Manhole is absolutely the proper place for a Cards fan George, no doubt about it.

Originally Posted by ggiese

...how could you do that to the poor guy. He may be a Cards fan, but does he deserve to be treated to "The Manhole"???

If you're coming from St. Louis, you might be able to take in Belicoso's in Orland Park (it's somewhat on the way from the south side to the North side (You may feel more comfortable being the Sox territory, than in Cubs territory).