Q-Tips Reviews

Calo’s

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Q-tips

Photo of Calo Pizzeria Restaurant & Lounge - Chicago, IL, United States

www.calorestaurant.com – 5343 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL

6/26/26 – Valentina‘s drinks at Calo’s are the best restaurant drinks around.

This visit was a BD Dinner for Mrs. Q’s Sister.

BD Baby Sis had: Fettucine Misto Mare – Clams, shrimp, spinach, mushrooms, garlic, olive oil, white wine sauce.

Mrs. Q: had: an Old Fashion

The other half had: Perfect Manhattan

We shared the delicious bread.

Mr. Q had: a cup of soup – Clam Chowder

Mrs. Q had: Minestrone

Q’s shared: Lobster Ravioli – Ravioli di Aragosta –Saffron pasta stuffed with lobster and ricotta cheese, brandy cream sauce, sundried tomatoes, asparagus, Portobello mushrooms, grilled shrimp.

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Beard & Belly

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Q-tips

6157 N Broadway Ave Chicago, IL – (773) 754-7429, beardandbellychicago.com

Beard & Belly and Honeypie Bake Shop - CHICAGO, IL 60660 (Menu & Order Online)

6/24/26 – “Maid Day” so NO COOKING DAY.

Dinner at: Beard & Belly.

Mrs. Q had: Happy Hour –

Old Fashioned – Maker’s Mark – demerara, Regan’s orange bitters, angostura bitters with an orange swath- dirty ice on the side.

The other half had: Old Fashion & a glass of wine.

Sandwiches can be big at times so we share sometimes.

We shared the: Baked Pretzels w/ mustard but they were not as previous times.

Half Pint Burger w/Fries/
cheese sauce on the side

Mrs. Q had: Chicken Hand Pie – was ok.

Mrs. Q had: Chili.

Chicken Hand Pie -Flaky, buttery
pastry crust with savory filling.

The outside heated tent space. The heaters are those tall lamp-like objects.

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Regalia Bar & Rest.

Posted on June 16, 2026 by Q-tips

6/16/26- 5959 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660, (773) 856-0175, regalia5959.com Yes, Indoor/Outdoor dining.

We shared the Bread.

Mrs. Q had: an Old Fashion. Mr. Q had: Perfect Manhattan.

Entrée: Both O’s had: – Seared Tuna Carpaccio– Chipotle Aioli / Serrano / Crystalized Garlic / Lime / Soy.

Some entrees are large enough to share unless you are really hungry.

Photo of Regalia - Chicago, IL, United States. Complimentary house made focaccia bread along with an olive oil-cannellini bean dip!

REGALIA - 101 Photos & 63 Reviews - 5959 N Broadway, Chicago, IL - Menu - Yelp — Rigatoni Ragu Alla Rustico

Photo of Regalia - Chicago, IL, United States. The seared tina carpaccio rocks. It's topped with sliced serrano & crystallized garlic over chipotle aioli, lime & soy sauce. — Tuna Carpaccio

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Little Madrid

Posted on June 15, 2026 by Q-tips

5661 N Clark St., (312) 973-0462, littlemadridtapascafe.com

6/15/25 – Q-tips say: Nice place. They now have a “surge charge” if you use a credit card instead of paying with cash.

Yes, they do have a “Happy Hour.”

We began with glasses of prosecco.

Gambas Al Ajillo – Shrimp cooked in EVOO, fresh garlic/parsley.

Tabla de Embutidos – Spanish charcuterie board with Spanish olives and almonds, jamón serrano, Spanish chorizo, salchichón. Served with almonds .

Albondigas -Spanish meatballs, Castellana sauce & a side of chips. Anchovies & olives.

Tabla de Embutidos

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Shaw’s Crab House 6/12/26

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Q-tips

SHAW’S CRAB HOUSE 21 E Hubbard St | Chicago, IL 60611 | (312)527-2722 –

Photo of Shaw's Crab House - Chicago, IL, United States. SHAW'S

http://www.shawscrabhouse.com

A wonderful Birthday Dinner at Shaw’s for Mr. Q after a great walk around Chi-town & the Riverwalk.

We had a wonderful evening with long, long, time friends: Rich & Eileen.

We all shared: the delicious Bread & Butter.

They Had: Shrimp dinner & Fish & Chips dinner along with their favorite Drinks & shared an Ice cream dessert.

The Q’s shared: a Dozen oysters.

Mrs. Q had: Happy Hour Prosecco & the other half had: A Happy Hour Manhattan.

Dinner: Both had: Delicious Sauteed Soft Crabs.

Q’s Shared dessert: Shaw’s treated us to a piece of Limoncello pie for the BD Baby.

Shaw’s has some of the best Oysters/Clams. Fresh, Fresh & Fresh were the Oysters, delicious Bisque Soup, bread & dinner entrees.

Q-Tips say: Shaw’s is one of the best Seafood, Sushi & Steak Restaurants around Chi-Town. You don’t find Seafood any fresher than at Shaw’s. Mrs. Q says: It is one of the BEST restaurant not the least expensive – but worth every penny. And we don’t have to “Shuck” our own Oysters. Best Lobster Bisque Soup and awesome Sautéed Soft Shell Crab when in season.

Delicious bread.

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Tapas Barcelona

Posted on June 9, 2026 by Q-tips

6/9/26 -1615 Chicago Ave Evanston Ill

(847) 866-9900, tapasbarcelona.com

Had a wonderful time & dinner with friend, Ginger.

We shared the bread.

Ginger had: Wine & Traditional Cold cured salmon tapas.

And a Special Treat from Ginger: We shared the delicious Flan.

Each Q- tip had: Margarita – Tequila, Triple Sec, fresh lime juice.

Q-tips shared: Queso de Cabra con Tomate – Baked Goat cheese in tomato sauce, garlic bread. Gambas al Ajillo – Sauteed shrimp with olive oil, garlic and chiles. Chuletas de Cordero – Baby lamb chops in a savory red wine sauce served with couscous.

**Gambas al Ajillo** – Sauteed shrimp with olive oil, garlic and chiles.

**Chuletas de Cordero** – Baby lamb chops in a savory red wine sauce.

Pulpito a La Plancha

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POPEYES FRIED CHICKEN – 6/7/26

Posted on June 7, 2026 by Q-tips

Photo of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - Lisle, IL, United States

Popeye’s Famous Fried Chicken, 6340 N Broadway St – (between Rosemont Ave & Sheridan Rd), Chicago, IL 60660, Neighborhood: Edgewater – (773) 973-0330

6/7/26 – Q-Tips say: We try not to eat it too often but we do enjoy it sometimes!

The service at the Broadway St store is just ok. Nothing better that Popeye’s Chicken straight out of the cooker – something to be happy about to wait at Popeyes. If you are a tad constipated, get some Popeyes & all will come out fine.

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - Chicken tenders with mysterious taste - Fast Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Greek Salad with the BEST Dressing | The Recipe Critic — I made a side salad for myself.

The Perfect Manhattan — A Perfect Manhattan for the Mr.

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Ladies First

Posted on June 7, 2026 by Q-tips

Damien Sachs (Sacha Baron Cohen) seemingly has it all: money, power, and a never ending stream of casual flings. As he prepares to ascend to the role of CEO at a leading advertising agency, his life is turned upside down when he wakes up in his worst nightmare: a parallel world dominated by women. Where he once ruled the boardroom, he now finds himself humbled and going head-to-head with the newly fierce and fearless Alex Fox (Rosamund Pike). With the rules of engagement changed and Alex at the top of her game, the two boldly battle it out in a playful and satirical comedy about what happens when the script is flipped.

Q-tips say: YES, we did enjoy “Ladies First.”

For some men, this might feel uncomfortable or hard to relate to, but it brutally portrays the reality of women’s lives. It gives you a great laugh, yet still feels profound.

Such a different pace where women rule the world quite a delight things like Victor’s secret, Burger Queen, new Year new butt, is it that time of the again, couldn’t stop laughing, I’d like to see more things like this.

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The AMERICA’S

Posted on June 4, 2026 by Q-tips

The Americas will be on weekly at 7:00 PM on NBC, and is available to stream the next day on Peacock.

The last episode shows how they were able to get those awesome photos & breathtaking habitats.

Tom Hanks narrates a 10-episode television event from the executive producers of Planet Earth, exploring the extraordinary worlds and wildlife of North and South America. The breathtaking journey follows amazing creatures living in their natural habitats across the supercontinent, including diverse terrains like the Atlantic Coast, Mexico, Wild West, Amazon, Frozen North, Gulf Coast, Andes, Caribbean, West Coast and Patagonia. Each location comes alive in never-before-seen footage showing the unique connectedness of the land that millions of people call home.

Q-tips say: YES, watch this. We enjoyed The Americas before & now again.

Some of the best parts of The Americas is that it acknowledges the impact of humans on the natural world, to a certain extent. Woodpeckers find new uses for barns, and raccoons run rampant in New York City, demonstrating that we’re not evolving alone and that there are living beings affected by our actions.

Mrs. Q says: The cinematography is beautiful. They also got plenty of intimate shots, whether they’re of insects or snakes or raccoons holing up in a stone wall.