If you’re a new reader, you need to know I use the term “gas station sandwiches” with all do respect. It’s my phrase to describe pre-made packaged sandwiches of all ilks, whether they come from a grocery, gas station, mini mart, or vending machine. I’ve talked about them before. My recent sampling was a… Continue reading Gas Station Sandwiches – Jewel Grocery’s Turkey Club
Huntley, IL – Sammy’s Restaurant and Bar
Hard to believe I would find myself in this little burg twice in a lifetime, let alone twice in a month. But here I am, it’s Father’s Day, I deserve a nice breakfast out in the traditional Father’s Day tradition! Sammy’s Restaurant and Bar is open for all meal services, and offers pretty standard “diner”… Continue reading Huntley, IL – Sammy’s Restaurant and Bar
Sycamore, IL – The Country Store and Catering
Small towns delight me, and especially in the Deep South or Upper Midwest. You can drive around almost any corner, and find a gem of a surprise, whether it’s a small town festival, a jewel of a piece of architecture, a funky shop, or a surprise of a restaurant. Mrs. Burgerdogboy and I hit one… Continue reading Sycamore, IL – The Country Store and Catering
Home Cookin’ – Home Run Inn Frozen (6 inch) Pizza
I’ve written about Home Run Inn frozen pizzas previously; it’s the best-selling pie in the greater Chicagoland area. Today I sampled one of their individual-sized pies (what? Extra large is “individual-sized” for me!) These are generally at the grocery for around $3.69 each, of three for $10. They weigh 8.75 ounces, when their “regular” size… Continue reading Home Cookin’ – Home Run Inn Frozen (6 inch) Pizza
Minneapolis, MN – Patriot Cafe at the VA Center
The head of the Minnesota Burger Posse, Kawika, hit the Patriot Café at the VA center in Minneapolis today, in hot pursuit of their made to order pizzas. From their own description: “We serve a 16” pizza made fresh daily, whole or by the slice. We use the highest quality sauce, meats, cheeses and toppings.… Continue reading Minneapolis, MN – Patriot Cafe at the VA Center
Barrington, IL – Couple of Stops
As my daughter approached grade school age, we looked around the spacious San Fernando Valley for a facility adequately challenging for her – having found none, and with daily smog alerts that made it nearly impossible for children to play outside, we packed up the house and went in search of Norman Rockwell-ville. After a… Continue reading Barrington, IL – Couple of Stops
Testing Themes
We are testing out the new themes over the next few days. Some features and links will not be active. The little weenies in the back room are working just as fast they can, between pizza and burger breaks, we’ll be 100% soon!
Algonquin, IL – Chubby’s
Chubby’s, in the NW burbs of Chicago, is a ‘mom and pop’ style burger/dog/Greek fast food place. They serve above average quality, cooked to order foods. It’s always amazing to me that independents can survive these days, but at noon, at least, this place is fairly busy, and like most suburban eateries, is surrounded by… Continue reading Algonquin, IL – Chubby’s
Moose Lake, MN – Gampers Family Fun Center
When I was a kid, “Moose Lake” only meant one thing – that’s where the state loony bin was. Today the facility is a medium level prison for men. I guess there are probably some loonies there still. Located 44 miles south of downtown Duluth, (110 miles north of Minneapolis) on I-35 (and US… Continue reading Moose Lake, MN – Gampers Family Fun Center
Duluth, MN (sort of) – The Wabegon
My family rarely took summer vacations; it was my dad’s “busy time” for work. Instead, we skied. A lot. We’d travel around the Upper Midwest on weekends, throw in an occasional trip out West, but our “go to” local place was/is called “Mont du Lac”, and it was at the other end of town from… Continue reading Duluth, MN (sort of) – The Wabegon