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[BigMacFU]

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

...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).

[pknitty]

Manhole= Cubs hangout in October.

Almost there! leave on Friday. Any recommendations for places to get breakfast, and places that are open 24/7? Anymore Mexican suggestions?

[EGQ]

Breakfast in the City -- Lou Mitchell's or Ann Sathers are my favorites. Lou's has great omeletes, Ann's has great cinnamon rolls and swedish pancakes. Both you'll have to wait 10-15 for a table (most likely).

In the burbs, there is a place called Crispy Waffle in Romeoville -- about a 10 min drive back south on 55 from Kingery (south on Weber for a few miles) -- huge selection, and they make a carrot cake waffle that is great.

Mexican in the city -- Tecaitlan is good -- it's 1700 or 1800 W. Chicago Ave. For decent food and drinks, Lalo's works -- always can get in.

For a late night meal, I would suggest Taco Burrito Palace -- there are a few -- the one I usually hit is on Halsted just north of Fullerton. They are open til 3am at least on the weekends, and the chorizo quesadillas are friggin phenomenal.

I assumed you'd like a place called the Manhole -- you guys are always raving about poo-holes -- seemed like a logical conclusion.

[pknitty]

Thanks guys for the help I really appreciate it! I will be heading up later today.

If any of you guys ever come to St. Louis don't hesitate starting a thread or sending me a PM I will try to help.