Today was the first day I got off the bus without a hitch! It’s my fourth day of being a bus rider, and I think I have the hang of it. Erin was right when she told me riding the bus would make my life incredibly easy.
Aside from experiencing public transportation from the inside, I’ve tried a couple good food places that should get some credit.
If there’s one thing I’ve learned (well, besides how to ride the bus), it’s that no matter where you go in Chicago, there is good food to be had. A couple of days ago I was craving deep-dish pizza like it was no one’s business. I decided to kill two birds with one stone and wander around the neighborhood while I looked for somewhere to grab a slice. To my luck, I came across Chicago’s Pizza and Pasta (clever name, right?). Anyways, I could have chosen either deep-dish or thin crust, but since we all know what I went for, I’ll let you guess what I ordered. The crust as at least an inch thick, filled up with cheese, pepperoni and sweet tomato sauce. Top it off with an icy Diet Coke and a floor to ceiling view of Lincoln Avenue…definitely worth the $4 and 20-minute walk.
Last night may have been a disappointment for Wings fans, well, unless you were with me at The Birds Nest. The score was secondary to their combination of strong cocktails and really tasty wings (I highly recommend the hot or hot BBQ). Not to mention, it was 35-cent wing night. The atmosphere was comfortable, too. A good mix of people and a pretty cool wait staff.
Every morning on my way to work, I check out the streets my bus takes. I’m still getting used to the city, and keep a little file in my head of places I want to try. The Famous Taco Burrito has been on that list from day one. Most people know I’m into Mexican food…especially the deliciously bad kind. I read some mixed reviews about Taco Burrito online, and even though one compared it to a bad sexual experience (big, greasy, quick and sometimes a little smelly) the name alone made it worth ordering from. To be honest, the bad sex review was a little harsh. The burrito was HUGE, and I ordered a small one. The guacamole and green sauce slathered on my burrito made the meal, and the tortilla was perfectly browned. For the price (CHEAP) is was a decent lunch. I also ordered some of their tortilla chips, which were some of the best I’ve had, but I could do without their salsa.
Basically, I’ve spent the past few days working and interviewing for part-time jobs, meaning my exploring is limited to places in between my house and the T.V station. But it’s still been a pretty great week, and I really feel like I’m getting comfortable finding my way around and making my own little niche here in the city. Not to mention, I’ve found some pretty great food along the way. It feels good knowing that when I get visitors (hint, hint, friends!), I’ll have recommendations like a real local!
As always, thanks for reading…cheers!
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