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Title: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: vulpix on October 19, 2011, 12:34:11 PM

what little hole in the wall places do you guys like to go eat at in your city?  in the midwestern suburbs everything was a goddamn subway or denny's or jimmy john's or leeann chin.  it's like a plague

vziard & i spend an inordinate amount of time here:

[spoiler](http://www.lataco.com/taco/wp-content/uploads/2458.jpg)[/spoiler]

[spoiler](http://losangeles.grubstreet.com/20110429_cincodemayo_560x375.jpg)[/spoiler]

[spoiler]tacos de carnitas wariodood;[/spoiler]
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: snoorkel on October 19, 2011, 12:35:12 PM
CINCOOOOOO!!!!!!1
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Andria on October 19, 2011, 12:38:56 PM
hmm I have a few

there's one little mexican restaurant that is literally run out of a house that is just delicious cause it's made when you get there

a tiny little japanese place in my town run by a single guy that makes awesome sushi and other things like japanese curry/tofu steaks/etc

a place that makes japanese dumplings that's pretty popular in my town

and of course my favourite little tea house that does tea, hookah, and fresh produce made vegan foods
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: LCK on October 19, 2011, 01:11:34 PM
Here in Winona there are so many little locally owned cafes and restaurants and it is such a refreshing sight in comparison to seeing a Mcdonalds on every corner.

One of my favorites is called Dibs Cafe. It's a completely vegan/vegetarian menu which is pretty cook. I've been a vegetarian for about 3 months so this place was a nice find.
Its just one of those places that you can go and hang out and get some food.
There's a large under sea mural on the back walls, and local art pieces hanging all over the walls, some for sale. And a little indent in the wall with a bunch of retro arcade games and one of the old ass Pacman table thingies.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Clara Listensprechen on October 19, 2011, 01:33:18 PM
Khyber Pass, Tulsa. Pakistani restaurant & goods market.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Hiro on October 19, 2011, 02:39:23 PM
I don't really know "places around town" that well, as I don't really get out too often.
Definitely not a hole in the wall, but Pizzeria Bianco is a local Phoenix place that's been awarded for having some of the best pizza in the world. I went there once and had to wait for something like 2 or 3 hours to get in, because tons of people always want to eat there and it's a pretty small place.
(http://www.ethicurean.com/wp-content/uploads/2006/12/pb_outside.jpg)(http://slice.seriouseats.com/images/bianco-rosa.jpg)

As for smaller local places, not really a restaurant, but Karl's Bakery is pretty close to my house and they make some really good desserts.
(http://s3-media4.ak.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/sTPpve36DHyiCuM3sLffJA/l.jpg)(http://s3-media4.ak.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/CuAI1SJCfVU6kTaqY23H_g/l.jpg)
The inside is pretty much just that counter right there.

Here in Flagstaff I'm starting to find a few more places because things are closer together, but even still I haven't been to a lot of places. My favorite though is Mama Burger, they're probably my favorite burgers ever.
(http://i325.photobucket.com/albums/k367/outwestfoodreview/mama%20burger/SDC15238.jpg)(http://www.themamaburger.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/images/mamashadow.4165021_std.png)
The place is super tiny (just a counter and some stools up against the window) but they also have the building space next to theirs that they use as a dining area. All the employees put up their baby photos, and they used to tape funny craigslist postings on the windows for you to look at while you ate.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Commander Fuckass on October 19, 2011, 02:45:44 PM
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jzK3DxMPdkA/TfT9WPjbRHI/AAAAAAAAAK4/-cXz_zPHaAE/s1600/Spring+003.jpg)
http://purplecowkingsport.com/index.htm


Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Andria on October 19, 2011, 02:56:51 PM
The bakery reminds of my favourite little cupcake place in town. It is literally a hole in the wall beside a really cool used book store.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Hiro on October 19, 2011, 03:08:51 PM
Quote from: Kefka of Alkmaar on October 19, 2011, 02:45:44 PM

http://purplecowkingsport.com/index.htm

I know that's not what that place is but have you ever had a purple cow (grape soda with vanilla ice cream)? Those are delicious.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: piano moths on October 19, 2011, 03:14:16 PM
el bravo, la paloma, china chili, india oven, jordan's, middle eastern bakery, rolberto's, tee pee
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Hiro on October 19, 2011, 03:28:38 PM
Quote from: eeeeeee on October 19, 2011, 03:14:16 PM
el bravo, la paloma, china chili, india oven, jordan's, middle eastern bakery, rolberto's, tee pee
never heard of any of those but rolberto's. I like filiberto's best though,  I think.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: piano moths on October 19, 2011, 03:34:51 PM
Quote from: Hiro on October 19, 2011, 03:28:38 PM
never heard of any of those but rolberto's. I like filiberto's best though,  I think.


rolberto's on 7st & camelback is the only acceptable fast food mexican place for meeeeee
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: PLEASEHELP1991 on October 19, 2011, 03:45:45 PM
Quote from: Kefka of Alkmaar on October 19, 2011, 02:45:44 PM
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jzK3DxMPdkA/TfT9WPjbRHI/AAAAAAAAAK4/-cXz_zPHaAE/s1600/Spring+003.jpg)
http://purplecowkingsport.com/index.htm



I think that's technically a chain restaurant as there was one here.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Thyme on October 19, 2011, 04:06:25 PM
idk

(http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/9932/roidontario.png)

they make some p. good poutine
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: applesauce on October 19, 2011, 04:32:57 PM
Here are places I love to go to in Chicago:

Taco Burrito King: I fucking love this place...I used to go there at least once a week, have cut back a bit lately. SO GOOD.

[spoiler](http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VYi08gxSWj0/TRJc9CajMMI/AAAAAAAAFCQ/uJ-zxXO5k68/s1600/P1020347.JPG)[/spoiler]

Maxwell Street Depot (aka Ghetto Dog): I go here at least twice a week, usually 4+, because it is 4 blocks from my place, 24/7, and $3.50 for the best fucking polish ever with fries oh god.

[spoiler](http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2773/4279252069_609b118940_b.jpg)[/spoiler]

Mr. Greek: P. good. Their meal pricing is hilariously good. Also 24/7, but the 8 bus stops running pretty early and it's kind of a long way to take the red line subway and then the blue line subway. But always worth it.

[spoiler](http://pics3.city-data.com/businesses/p/6/8/9/8/5436898.JPG)[/spoiler]

Pizano's: Kind of expensive, but definitely the best deep dish in Chicago. A lot of people will swear by Gino's or Giordano's, but seriously, guys, this place kicks both their asses combined.

[spoiler](http://www.planet99.com/pix/9858_1.jpg)[/spoiler]

Gigio's: CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP, STRAIGHT SHOT ON THE RED LINE, $0.75 LITER RCs, AND I FUCKING LOVE THE WILSON ARCARDE

[spoiler](http://www.planet99.com/pix/1302_1.jpg)[/spoiler]

Here are places I loved in Minneapolis:

Slice of New York: Yumyumyum. Used to go here at least once a week for lunch. God damn heavenly calzones.

[spoiler](http://www.whittierbusiness.org/images/images/39e45dd4aa6eba16f03eb749bdfcdd59.sized.JPG)[/spoiler]

Quang: They get you in and out fast as fuck but it's damn good.

[spoiler](http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_trn6nn-tMOY/S8xdO0qgtyI/AAAAAAAAPQo/Mzt2opXeqMU/s1600/mPWO88E40K301V-640m.jpg)[/spoiler]

Seafood Palace: Ahh, what can I even say? JUST GO THERE AND YOU WILL THANK ME.

[spoiler](http://cdn.rdcimage.com/microsites/359431photo1.jpg)[/spoiler]

Scott Jamama's: Oh god I just came.

[spoiler](http://myhockeymama.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/Scott-Ja-Mamas1.jpg)[/spoiler]


There are definitely a lot more for both cities but I am lazy right now.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Boogus Epirus Aurelius on October 19, 2011, 04:37:26 PM
Quote from: Molotov Emir 1986 on October 19, 2011, 04:32:57 PM
Here are places I love to go to in Chicago:

Taco Burrito King: I fucking love this place...I used to go there at least once a week, have cut back a bit lately. SO GOOD.

[spoiler](http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VYi08gxSWj0/TRJc9CajMMI/AAAAAAAAFCQ/uJ-zxXO5k68/s1600/P1020347.JPG)[/spoiler]

Maxwell Street Depot (aka Ghetto Dog): I go here at least twice a week, usually 4+, because it is 4 blocks from my place, 24/7, and $3.50 for the best fucking polish ever with fries oh god.

[spoiler](http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2773/4279252069_609b118940_b.jpg)[/spoiler]

Mr. Greek: P. good. Their meal pricing is hilariously good. Also 24/7, but the 8 bus stops running pretty early and it's kind of a long way to take the red line subway and then the blue line subway. But always worth it.

[spoiler](http://pics3.city-data.com/businesses/p/6/8/9/8/5436898.JPG)[/spoiler]

Pizano's: Kind of expensive, but definitely the best deep dish in Chicago. A lot of people will swear by Gino's or Giordano's, but seriously, guys, this place kicks both their asses combined.

[spoiler](http://www.planet99.com/pix/9858_1.jpg)[/spoiler]

Gigio's: CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP, STRAIGHT SHOT ON THE RED LINE, $0.75 LITER RCs, AND I FUCKING LOVE THE WILSON ARCARDE

[spoiler](http://www.planet99.com/pix/1302_1.jpg)[/spoiler]

Here are places I loved in Minneapolis:

Slice of New York: Yumyumyum. Used to go here at least once a week for lunch. God damn heavenly calzones.

[spoiler](http://www.whittierbusiness.org/images/images/39e45dd4aa6eba16f03eb749bdfcdd59.sized.JPG)[/spoiler]

Quang: They get you in and out fast as fuck but it's damn good.

[spoiler](http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_trn6nn-tMOY/S8xdO0qgtyI/AAAAAAAAPQo/Mzt2opXeqMU/s1600/mPWO88E40K301V-640m.jpg)[/spoiler]

Seafood Palace: Ahh, what can I even say? JUST GO THERE AND YOU WILL THANK ME.

[spoiler](http://cdn.rdcimage.com/microsites/359431photo1.jpg)[/spoiler]

Scott Jamama's: Oh god I just came.

[spoiler](http://myhockeymama.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/Scott-Ja-Mamas1.jpg)[/spoiler]


There are definitely a lot more for both cities but I am lazy right now.


Ooooh, I love Mr Greek. It's like six bucks for a massive Gyro, fries and a drink and it's so good.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: applesauce on October 19, 2011, 04:38:37 PM
Quote from: Boognish-Redux- on October 19, 2011, 04:37:26 PM
Ooooh, I love Mr Greek. It's like six bucks for a massive Gyro, fries and a drink and it's so good.



Where do you live?  confuseddood;
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Hiro on October 19, 2011, 04:39:19 PM
Quote from: Thyme on October 19, 2011, 04:06:25 PM
idk

they make some p. good poutine
I want poutine :'(

Quote from: Molotov Emir 1986 on October 19, 2011, 04:32:57 PM
Here are places I love to go to in Chicago:

Taco Burrito King: I fucking love this place...I used to go there at least once a week, have cut back a bit lately. SO GOOD.

[spoiler](http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VYi08gxSWj0/TRJc9CajMMI/AAAAAAAAFCQ/uJ-zxXO5k68/s1600/P1020347.JPG)[/spoiler]

Maxwell Street Depot (aka Ghetto Dog): I go here at least twice a week, usually 4+, because it is 4 blocks from my place, 24/7, and $3.50 for the best fucking polish ever with fries oh god.

[spoiler](http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2773/4279252069_609b118940_b.jpg)[/spoiler]

Mr. Greek: P. good. Their meal pricing is hilariously good. Also 24/7, but the 8 bus stops running pretty early and it's kind of a long way to take the red line subway and then the blue line subway. But always worth it.

[spoiler](http://pics3.city-data.com/businesses/p/6/8/9/8/5436898.JPG)[/spoiler]

Pizano's: Kind of expensive, but definitely the best deep dish in Chicago. A lot of people will swear by Gino's or Giordano's, but seriously, guys, this place kicks both their asses combined.

[spoiler](http://www.planet99.com/pix/9858_1.jpg)[/spoiler]

Gigio's: CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP, STRAIGHT SHOT ON THE RED LINE, $0.75 LITER RCs, AND I FUCKING LOVE THE WILSON ARCARDE

[spoiler](http://www.planet99.com/pix/1302_1.jpg)[/spoiler]

Here are places I loved in Minneapolis:

Slice of New York: Yumyumyum. Used to go here at least once a week for lunch. God damn heavenly calzones.

[spoiler](http://www.whittierbusiness.org/images/images/39e45dd4aa6eba16f03eb749bdfcdd59.sized.JPG)[/spoiler]

Quang: They get you in and out fast as fuck but it's damn good.

[spoiler](http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_trn6nn-tMOY/S8xdO0qgtyI/AAAAAAAAPQo/Mzt2opXeqMU/s1600/mPWO88E40K301V-640m.jpg)[/spoiler]

Seafood Palace: Ahh, what can I even say? JUST GO THERE AND YOU WILL THANK ME.

[spoiler](http://cdn.rdcimage.com/microsites/359431photo1.jpg)[/spoiler]

Scott Jamama's: Oh god I just came.

[spoiler](http://myhockeymama.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/Scott-Ja-Mamas1.jpg)[/spoiler]


There are definitely a lot more for both cities but I am lazy right now.
god DAMN dude all of those places look cool and I am extremely jealous that you get to live in cool cities with character.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Boogus Epirus Aurelius on October 19, 2011, 04:39:38 PM
Quote from: Molotov Emir 1986 on October 19, 2011, 04:38:37 PM
Where do you live?  confuseddood;


I had a buddy that lived a few blocks from it and we'd go there every time I visited.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: applesauce on October 19, 2011, 04:43:24 PM
Quote from: Hiro on October 19, 2011, 04:39:19 PM
I want poutine :'(
god DAMN dude all of those places look cool and I am extremely jealous that you get to live in cool cities with character.


Come visit me and you can stay here for free and I will take you cool places.

Quote from: Boognish-Redux- on October 19, 2011, 04:39:38 PM
I had a buddy that lived a few blocks from it and we'd go there every time I visited.


Oh, cool. Did he/she go to school here?
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: LCK on October 19, 2011, 05:18:01 PM
i loved pizanos
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: applesauce on October 19, 2011, 05:40:11 PM
Quote from: Trevor on October 19, 2011, 05:18:01 PM
i loved pizanos


ohh you went? sweet!
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: LCK on October 19, 2011, 05:44:21 PM
yea i went the first time i went to chicago

i had giordanos the day before which was also great. both distinctly different though
The Giordanos stuffed pizza was so thickly stuffed with cheese and it poured out all over when a slice was taken out. Definitely a hefty piece of pizza.

The Pizano's was a deep crust, yet still pretty thin with a nice crunch, and less mess with each piece, but still very well stuffed

They were both great, I couldn't possibly say what I liked more with only being to each once
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Commander Fuckass on October 19, 2011, 06:09:40 PM
Quote from: Hiro on October 19, 2011, 03:08:51 PM
I know that's not what that place is but have you ever had a purple cow (grape soda with vanilla ice cream)? Those are delicious.
No. But I'll probably end up trying to make one now  hocuspocus;
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Hiro on October 19, 2011, 06:23:36 PM
Quote from: Kefka of Alkmaar on October 19, 2011, 06:09:40 PM
No. But I'll probably end up trying to make one now  hocuspocus;
I'd say in most cases i prefer them to root beer floats.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: vulpix on October 19, 2011, 06:43:23 PM
the most authentic mexican food in minneapolis

[spoiler](http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DP2tYOHBrWY/TeTtFX9_NfI/AAAAAAAAQ8E/WBG_zf031Us/s400/bzwMYkexsdhWbT-640m.jpg)[/spoiler]

Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: YPrrrr on October 19, 2011, 08:56:52 PM
Maxwell Street Depot is awesome AWESOME
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: applesauce on October 19, 2011, 09:22:11 PM
Quote from: Yip Yipper on October 19, 2011, 08:56:52 PM
Maxwell Street Depot is awesome AWESOME


Wait what you had been there?!?! Inwhat context?
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: YPrrrr on October 19, 2011, 09:25:17 PM
Quote from: Molotov Emir 1986 on October 19, 2011, 09:22:11 PM
Wait what you had been there?! Bim!?! Bim! Inwhat context?
What is bim a filter for? I wonder huhdoodame;

I have, I went last year when my friends and I visited Chicago. My one friend used to go to Illinois Tech so he forced us all to catch a train to get there after the bars had closed. Such a wonderful cheap meal at 4 in the morning giggle;
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: applesauce on October 19, 2011, 09:31:54 PM
Quote from: Yip Yipper on October 19, 2011, 09:25:17 PM
What is bim a filter for? I wonder huhdoodame;

I have, I went last year when my friends and I visited Chicago. My one friend used to go to Illinois Tech so he forced us all to catch a train to get there after the bars had closed. Such a wonderful cheap meal at 4 in the morning giggle;


Oh wow, you should have told me before. I live RIGHT THERE.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: YPrrrr on October 20, 2011, 02:33:45 AM
Quote from: Molotov Emir 1986 on October 19, 2011, 09:31:54 PM
Oh wow, you should have told me before. I live RIGHT THERE.
Well I didn't know last year girl;

We are probably going again this year :O
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: piano moths on October 20, 2011, 07:21:32 AM
I feel like arizona has the best mexican food in the states. Maybe california. I love mexicam
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Hiro on October 20, 2011, 11:36:48 AM
Quote from: eeeeeee on October 20, 2011, 07:21:32 AM
I feel like arizona has the best mexican food in the states. Maybe california. I love mexicam
Me too, I just feel like Arizona being right on Mexico gives us a bit of an advantage.
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: YPrrrr on October 20, 2011, 12:42:05 PM
Quote from: Hiro on October 20, 2011, 11:36:48 AM
Me too, I just feel like Arizona being right on Mexico gives us a bit of an advantage.
nyandood;

Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: piano moths on October 20, 2011, 12:53:24 PM
It's definitely the proximity to the border it's just TIGHT! I luv mexican food so much hot sauce <3 chips <3
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: ?????? on October 20, 2011, 02:18:23 PM
you're so lucky ;(
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: Hiro on October 20, 2011, 02:36:54 PM
Quote from: eeeeeee on October 20, 2011, 12:53:24 PM
It's definitely the proximity to the border it's just TIGHT! Bim! I luv mexican food so much hot sauce <3 chips <3
ugggggggh I want mexican food so badly saddood;
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: snoorkel on October 20, 2011, 03:34:41 PM
Quote from: Clucky on October 20, 2011, 02:18:23 PM
you're so lucky ;(


you're so clucky
Title: Re: fucking chain restaurants
Post by: PLEASEHELP1991 on October 20, 2011, 03:37:12 PM
Quote from: vziard on October 20, 2011, 03:34:41 PM
you're so clucky
you're so vain that you think this post is about [you].