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This was my long time favorite restaurant, I used to say I could eat there everyday. However a few months ago, the menu started changing and some of my fave dishes were removed and very sadly missed! (like Portabello Tacos and the delicious Plaintains Foster.. i was addicted. The server said 'no more icecream'). Prices were also increased on many items. My other stand-by was Chili Cheese Fries, an appetizer which is notably shrinking in portion (almost by half portion, and increased price). On a recent visit there on a overcrowded Saturday night, my party of 4 waited 2 HOURS for a table. We finally were served near 10pm and famished! The fake 'chicken' wrap I ordered was average, it came with a pickle slice and one choice of side (I had the smoked gouda mac n' cheese which was more like plain ol' mac n' cheese and not so smoky as it used to be).
On the upside, the Specials menu is usually great for fish dishes, and the frozen peanut butter pie is tasty too.
I must mention the margaritas also taste different, maybe it depends on who's making them. I prefer it shaken, rather than a soda nozzle put in the glass. Overall, I will continue to eat there, though not as frequently and try to avoid the weekend crush.
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[ more from centerstagechicago]
"You’ll pay less than $10 for excellent dishes like West African ground nut stew (sweet potato, coconut, zucchini and kale served over rice) and wasabi baked tofu (stir-fried with Portobello mushrooms and snap peas, served with brown rice). The grilled tof..."
[ more from chicago-hotels.tripadvisor]
"I had been to this bar a couple of times, having mediocre experiences, when I went with a group of friends to this bar for drinks and food. First, we were refused service because our group was "too large...."
[ more from chicagoreader]
"A dimly lit cyclist hangout--the bar stools are made from chrome rims, vintage bikes hang from the ceiling, and there are specials for messengers on Mondays--this is a theme restaurant that doesn't feel precious or pretentious in any way. The food is ch..."
[ more from happycow]
"Here, at HappyCow's Vegetarian Guide to vegetarian restaurants and health food stores, we strive to bring the most accurate information on Vegetarian Restaurant and Health Food Store listings to the internet. This site is made by vegetarian traveler..."
[ more from insiderpages]
[ more from metromix.chicagotribune]
"This mostly vegetarian (no farm, no fowl) Wicker Park restaurant serves up bar food with international flavor and offbeat bicycle-themed atmosphere. The space that was once La Cumbamba sports colorful mosaic tiles and furniture made from recycled bicycle..."
[ more from metromix.chicagotribune]
"The menu is mostly vegetarian, with a few fish dishes for those who tire of tofu. Starters include mushroom caps stuffed with..."
[ more from mmmchicago]
", is one of Wicker Park's most delicious stops for mostly vegetarian fare (the tofu sandwich will convert anyone to the meat-substitute), it's a wise stop for a drink as well. The basic beer menu offers local brews like Bell's Two Hearted Ale, Three Floyd..."
[ more from search.cityguide.aol]
"Hop aboard this Wicker Park eatery and nightspot catering to bicycle riders, with a special lot just for bikes. Handlebar rocks late-night and early Sunday for brunch, and it's vegetarian-friendly menu serves everything from vegan to dairy-free and is any..."
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