Wicker Park Bucktown

24 hours ago

Updated 18 min ago

chicago style hot dogs

Where can I find the best Chicago style hot dog in Wicker park/UK area? All tourist places boil the hot dogs, don't grill them, the only one place I know that grill them is Gold Cost hot dogs on Wells St. Is anything like that around here?

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52 min ago

brian Wicker Park resident since 1994

Jimmy's Red Hots are a sublime experience indeed, been going there for decades. Not a fully compliant Chicago dog tho, no poppyseeds, tomatoes, pickle spear or celery salt. They steam the sausages and the buns though, and are highly recommended.

I haven't been to Odge's in awhile, so not sure how they are these days. George's at Damen and Cortland is my local, but I don't know if they grill on request.
18 min ago

Luci in Rogers Park

Where is Odge's?? I never heard of this place.
Bruceski - I agree, Jimmy's is not located in the safest part of town, last time I was there, there were a few panhandlers around the place.

27 min ago

5 stars out of 5: Native Foods Cafe on Yelp
Quesadilla La Reyna del Sur on Yelp
4 stars out of 5: Mana Food Bar on Yelp
3 stars out of 5: Antique Taco on Yelp
Piece Brewery and Pizzeria on Yelp
2 stars out of 5: Feast on Yelp
1 stars out of 5: Alliance Bakery & Cafe on Yelp

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38 min ago

Monique Meloche Exhibitions and On the Wall

by Wicker Park Bucktown Insider's Guide on May 16, 2012

Wicker Park Gallery moniquemeloche located at 2154 W. Division Street is pleased to announce the group exhibition wood and the next on the wall project Karolina Gnatowski: PPPPPresto!

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6 hours ago

Updated 46 min ago

Police Station Closing Augusta and Wood

by Jaimie

Has anyone heard of any updates regarding the closing of the Police Station at Augusta and Wood? It would be a real shame to lose the station. Anyone know of anything that is being done to fight the closing?

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2 hrs ago

Steve J -A Chicago original since 1968-

Unfortunately, you are very late to this issue. Its been discussed on FB, EB and other outlets ad nauseum for the past 7 months.

Its a done deal, station will close.
1 hr ago

Md - Noble Square

I was at the station a few weeks ago and they said they would be out by August if not sooner.
46 min ago

Anne Resident of East Village since 2001

Actually November is the slated closing - as soon as the new 12th is done at 14th and Racine. I and many other community people and groups fought hard to save it. In the end the Aldermen directly affected by this closing all voted to close it in the last...

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Actually November is the slated closing - as soon as the new 12th is done at 14th and Racine. I and many other community people and groups fought hard to save it. In the end the Aldermen directly affected by this closing all voted to close it in the last budget. It is bad for the community, but at this point we can just wait and see. We are trying to get police presence at the location and there has been talk about night watch out of the old 13. Supt. McCarthy stated two months ago at a press conference when the 19th and 21st were shuttered that the 13th would be closed sometime in the fall when the 12th is completed. To learn more you should visit Save13.org and sign up for the newsletter. We also have a Facebook page. Oh I also spoke with some FOP officials recently and it's not clear to them either when the closing will take place exactly or what will happen there.

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1 hour ago

Massive, Labyrinthine Restaurant, Bar, and Live-Music Venue Called Untitled to Open in River North

by Chicago Magazine on May 16, 2012

...or August, the rehab includes carving out space for a restaurant, Red Square Café Lounge (1914 W. Division St.; no phone yet), with a menu of Russian- and Spanish-influenced small plates and serving...

Antique Taco (1360 N. Milwaukee Ave.; 773-687-8697), a fast-casual restaurant serving traditional Mexican eats and cocktails in an Anthropologie-esque space, opens today.

According to the restaurateur Scott Harris, his brand-new doughnut business, Glazed and Infused, will open two of its three locations—at 813 West Fulton Street and 1553 North Damen Avenue—on May 20.

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...a partner in the upcoming 17,000-square-foot restaurant, bar, and entertainment venue Untitled (111 W. Kinzie St.; 312-880-1511). “We’ve done a good job of keeping it quiet,” appropriately enough...

...near Rush and Oak Streets, above Scoop and Ted Baker, waiting to strike is Jellyfish (1009 N. Rush St.; 312-660-3111). The 95-seat pan-Asian concept comes from Joseph De Vito, who...

Sixteen (Trump International Hotel & Tower, 401 N. Wabash Ave.; 312-588-8151). Contemporary.

Last week on the Northwest Side, Due Amici Pizzeria (6107 W. Addison St.; 773-993-0998) opened, serving pizzas and other homemade Italian specialties such as lasagne and...

2. Fuel up for Saturday's Crosstown Classic at Rockit Burger Bar's (3700 N. Clark St.; 773-645-4400) Crosstown Cookoff. The $25 feast includes the chef Amanda Downing's Northside...

3. Ponder whether push-up pops are the new dessert craze at Southport Grocery & Cafe (3552 N. Southport Ave.; 773-665-0100), where the blogger and author Courtney Dial Whitmore will sign copies of her new book about the cutesy pastries (the aptly titled Push Up Pops) on Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m.

PT (Talbott Hotel, 10 E. Delaware Pl.; 312-640-8135), a pop-up restaurant in the Talbott Hotel which will serve American food under the direction of the Mercadito chef Patricio Sandoval until the hotel's new restaurant debuts this fall, also opens today.

According to the restaurateur Scott Harris, his brand-new doughnut business, Glazed and Infused, will open two of its three locations—at 813 West Fulton Street and 1553 North Damen Avenue—on May 20.

...licensing challenges, the commercial kitchen and event space will shut down on June 28. . . . Wellfleet (4423 N. Elston Ave.; 773-283-7400), the restaurant portion of Fishguy Market, will begin Friday and Saturday dinner...

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1 hour ago

Five Things to Do This Week

by Chicago Magazine on May 16, 2012

GO: 5/17 at 7. Quimby’s Bookstore, 1854 W North. quimbys.com

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GO: 5/22–9/3. Open Mon–Wed, Fri–Sun 10:30–5; Thu 10:30–8. Free (kids under 14) to $18. 111 S Michigan. artinstitutechicago.org

GO: 5/19 at 8. $26–$56. Metro, 3730 N Clark. metrochicago.com

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3 days ago

Updated 1 hour ago

Opinion on new cars and the city parking

by Mike

Hello,

For a long time I was on the fence about either getting a nice car and commuting to Chicago vs moving to the city. I did not act on it and eventually chose to move to wicker park starting june 1st because I can't take the 1+ hour commute one way. The crappy part is my car of 10 years is really starting to fall apart. My problem is the city and winter are rough to cars and I'm...

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Hello,

For a long time I was on the fence about either getting a nice car and commuting to Chicago vs moving to the city. I did not act on it and eventually chose to move to wicker park starting june 1st because I can't take the 1+ hour commute one way. The crappy part is my car of 10 years is really starting to fall apart. My problem is the city and winter are rough to cars and I'm really concerned if I get a new one how trashed it will be.. what are your thoughts? I look at nice cars I see now in Chicago and I can see all the nicks on bumpers and stuff, it sucks that people don't care about other people's property... I am thinking about just getting another beater and not getting into too much debt.

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2 hrs ago

Brad

I park a 2003 Ford Focus on the street and its gotten some dings but since it's as old as it is, you don't really notice. My neighbors in Wicker Park will park their brand new Lexus, BMW, Range Rover, etc on the street as well. While I would never do that, some people are fine with it. My insurance is $40 per month since I am a good driver and do not use the car for commuting. Good Luck.
1 hr ago

Inactive user

i rest my case.

1 hour ago

Chicago Craft Beer Week- Wicker Park Bucktown Style

by Wicker Park Bucktown Insider's Guide on May 16, 2012

Want to know who's participating in Wicker Park & Bucktown? Here's the official website which includes spots like Small Bar at 2049 W. Division Street, The Boundary 1932 W. Division Street, The Map Room - 1949 N. Hoyne Street, Bangers & Lace - 1670 W. Division Street and more.

Want to know who's participating in Wicker Park & Bucktown? Here's the official website which includes spots like Small Bar at 2049 W. Division Street, The Boundary 1932 W. Division Street, The Map Room - 1949 N. Hoyne Street, Bangers & Lace - 1670 W. Division Street and more.

Want to know who's participating in Wicker Park & Bucktown? Here's the official website which includes spots like Small Bar at 2049 W. Division Street, The Boundary 1932 W. Division Street, The Map Room - 1949 N. Hoyne Street, Bangers & Lace - 1670 W. Division Street and more.

Want to know who's participating in Wicker Park & Bucktown? Here's the official website which includes spots like Small Bar at 2049 W. Division Street, The Boundary 1932 W. Division Street, The Map Room - 1949 N. Hoyne Street, Bangers & Lace - 1670 W. Division Street and more.

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2 hours ago

Mother's Day in Bucktown, a Suite in Three Parts.

by Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce on May 16, 2012

Julie Horowitz Jackson happily calls Bucktown her home now for fifteen years. Virtu, 2034 North Damen Ave, celebrated 11 years in business earlier this year. Her husband owns Color Wheel Studio, another...

...began with the inaugural brunch at newly opened Red Door located at the corner of Charleston and Damen. Perhaps you've heard? Chef Troy Graves and his scrumptious ways are back in Bucktown...

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Hidden under 90/94 at Logan and Western you will find an enclosed stretch of concrete, metal and wood alive with the sound of rolling skate trucks and the distinct clink of a grind.

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6 days ago

Updated 3 hours ago

New to the 6 corners neighborhood

Need: someone who's tenant-landlord law savvy

by Layne in Wicker Park

Hello my good neighbors. I need to ask for some more of your wisdom. My roommates and I are having quite a few issues with our landlord and our apartment; I need advice from someone who knows what they're talking about. Could I putz around on the internet sifting through building codes and legislation? Yes (and I've already done a bit of that), but I just really don't have time to do all the analyzing and summarizing myself. Can someone please impart some of their knowledge? Thank you!!

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3 hrs ago

Trisha

To which the tenant would have several avenues of recourse.

And to hire a collection agency, the landlord would have to have a judgment - which he would get only through a lawsuit.
3 hrs ago

Theo Economides Bearded Wicker Parkian

Layne,
Lara gave the exact advice that I would regarding how to communicate with the written word: certified mail with return receipt.

And thanks to Alex T. for supplying the links to the tenant-landlord ordinance. I read the whole ordinance back when I had my issues. I found it not to be too difficult to follow - no more difficult than a lease document, to be sure.

Once again, the tenants-rights.org (Metropolitan Tenants Organization) is a GREAT resource. They'll hold your hand through the process :-)

8 hours ago

Updated 3 hours ago

60647 since 2001

Chicago Police Misconduct: 'Repeater' Officers Account For Millions In City Payouts

by Tw

Exposé: 140 cops, 1% of the force account for more than 25% of the city's paid out settlements to victims of police abuse. And they stay in their jobs, repeating their misconduct.

http://www.chicagoreporter.com/news/2012/05/abusing-badge

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5 hrs ago

Joshua

Second City Cop must be all over this story, right? Right?
3 hrs ago

alex trebeck Ukrainian Village since 1990

Fortunately, the IL Supreme Court just ended the prohibition against photographing cops. (The police sure didnt want that to happen.) The army of public camera phones should discourage some of the bad behavior, and will also help document those who cant help themselves.

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2 days ago

Updated 4 hours ago

Director of Community Management

Where do you get your favorite burger?

by EveryBlock Becca

In honor of May being National Burger Month, where do you go for the best burger in or around Bucktown/Wicker Park?

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5 hrs ago

Y_2_K I aspire to be who I am.

Oooooh, I just thought of another one (I haven't lived in Wicker Park for over a year)...

CHOPPERS

I've only been there a couple times, and yeah, it's not going to compare to any type of higher end burger, but man if you want a double or triple patty w...

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Oooooh, I just thought of another one (I haven't lived in Wicker Park for over a year)...

CHOPPERS

I've only been there a couple times, and yeah, it's not going to compare to any type of higher end burger, but man if you want a double or triple patty w steak fries, for a good price, look no further.

Rich G is totally on w the Mpls/Chicago Jucy comparison. I will say though, the real Jucy Lucy is something I a LOT about my home, and Anthem does a better rendition than anywhere else I've been to in Chicago (Small Bar, blech).
4 hrs ago

sti3

"Burgers are great, but not worth the wait." AMEN!

5 hours ago

A Beautiful Patio, Great Italian Food & 50% off Wine Tonight

by Wicker Park Bucktown Insider's Guide on May 16, 2012

One of the best Italian spots in Chicago this very cozy and intimate spot at 1928 W. Division Street offers authentic Italian favorites including: ravioli, spaghetti and lasagna. Most of the ingredients are imported...

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5 hours ago

Taxicab complaint hearing is on Tuesday

by Steven can plan on May 16, 2012

A taxicab waits at Milwaukee and Western. This is not the driver in question. Call 311 to report incidents.

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20 hours ago

Updated 5 hours ago

Your favorite Spaniard.

Garbage / Recycling pick up

by Sergio Gutiérrez

Hi,

We just moved to Wolcott and Division and are still figuring out the logic behind the garbage and recycling pick up schedules.

Any insights on this?

Thanks!
S.

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7 hrs ago

JRH Humboldt Park

Garbage is picked up by the City every week, should typically be the same day of the week. Recycling is picked up by private contractors every other week. The recycling days SHOULD be consistent, but 311 and the city will have little info on these private haulers' schedules. My experience is it can vary.
5 hrs ago

Dave Clark

Your garbage should be picked up every Friday. Recycling is picked up every two weeks, on what day, I don't know.

6 hours ago

Certified Open: Antique Taco officially opens its doors...

by Eater Chicago on May 16, 2012

...in the reclaimed materials found throughout the quaint, shabby chic space. The restaurant opens at 1360 N. Milwaukee at noon today. [EaterWire...

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7 hours ago

Creator of the Wicker Park Bucktown Insiders Guide

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by Thyra DeCicco

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8 hours ago

Futurgarb

by Wicker Park Bucktown Insider's Guide on May 16, 2012

They recently moved to a bigger space just steps away at 1369 N. Milwaukee Avenue in the heart of Wicker Park. Want special treatment? You can get VIP deals sent right to your phone via text. So be sure to check out their website for full details for how you can become a VIP member.

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8 hours ago

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9 hours ago

Shop Watch: New Digs for Futurgarb (from 1359 to 1369 N. Milwaukee)

by Chicago Pipeline on May 16, 2012

Shop Watch: New Digs for Futurgarb (from 1359 to 1369 N. Milwaukee)

...1369 N. Milwaukee is literally just two doors north of its long-time space at 1359 N. Milwaukee, with the distinctive orange peeling paint facade, sandwiched between Harold’s Chicken and the University...