I’m back in Chicago and loving every second of it. There’s so much to do all the time– which is why I haven’t written about it yet- HA. But in all seriousness, I’ve moved about 5 times since April, found a new Job, new apartment & roommates, and was traveling a bit– so now it’s time to update on the awesomeness only the windy city can provide.
ComedySportz: Every Wednesday they have FREE Improv. It’s fun as hell, the beer is cheap, and the people are spectacular. It’s just East on Belmont from the El, directly across from Clarke’s. I usually head to the 9PM BattleProv show… Do yourself a favor and check it out. Here’s the schedule:
7pm – REC League
8 PM – Kayfabe
9 PM – Battle-Prov
10 PM – Improv Open Mike
Trader Todd’s: KARAOKE! KARAOKE! YES! This lovely gem is located just North of Belmont and Sheffield. They have decent house beer, good margaritas, and karaoke every night of the week! (I love karaoke… if you don’t, you suck). They also like to give away free parties (an hour of free well drinks & house beer and wine, & discount on appetizers). It’s always fun, as long as you don’t bring anti-karaoke people there… leave those people at home.
Guthrie’s Tavern: This is one of my favorite new finds since I’ve been back. I used to live right next door to this little corner bar, but even since I’ve moved, I frequent it on semi-regular basis. Located on the corner of Addison and Lakewood, (about two blocks west on Addison from Wrigley field) you’d think it would be just another Wrigleyville bar. NOPE. See, they have shelves of board games to choose from, decently priced drinks, and you can order food to be delivered there. Friday and Saturday nights it can get a little crazy (especially if the cubbies are playing), but other than that it’s just a nice neighborhood hangout. Downside: sometimes they seem a bit understaffed– it can be pretty hard to get a drink, even on a slow night.
