From the archives: November 13, 2002
Insider tips on some of Chicago's top date spots: theater, restaurants, bars and more.
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Chopping Block Chicago
Read Reviews4747 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625 (map)
Take a class at this casual cooking school, and you'll receive a 10 percent discount on all non-sale merchandise on the day of class, from knives and pans to cookbooks and accessories.
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Nacional 27
Read Reviews325 W. Huron, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)
Friday and Saturday at 11pm, tables come off and the DJ comes on, spinning Latin tunes for dancing until 2am.
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Goodman Theatre
Read Reviews170 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60601 (map)
The Goodman complex also includes an Italian restaurant, Petterino's.
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Ravinia Festival
Read Reviews418 Sheridan Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035 (map)
Food and drink prices inside Ravinia are high--you're better off bringing your own.
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Red Rooster Wine Bar & Cafe
Read Reviews2100 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)
Red Rooster has a charming, reasonably priced selection of about 50 wines, mostly French and most in the $20-$35 range. Several glasses priced at $5-$6.
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Cite Restaurant
Read Reviews505 N Lakeshore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)
The banquettes facing the windows put you side-by-side with your dining partner, but provide the best views.
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Websters Winebar
Read Reviews1480 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)
Every other Wednesday evening at 7:30pm, you can indulge in a tasting of 12 to 16 wines from different regions along with appetizers for $30-$50.
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Second City
Read Reviews1616 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)
Tickets for the Monday night performance of the National Touring Company's "The Best of Second City" are $8. There are no other student or senior reduced-rate tickets.
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Geja's Cafe
Read Reviews340 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)
Accomplished flamenco guitarist Ted Richine has been serenading Geja's customers for more than 20 years.
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The Art Institute of Chicago