Author Archives: Q-tips

KEKE’S Breakfast Cafe

KEKE’S Breakfast Cafe –   5405 University Pkwy,  University Park, FL –  (941) 388-8953 –   kekes.com Q-tips say: Food & service was good. After early morning Dr. appt. we go out for breakfast. The Q’s shared:   2 eggs, a muffin, potatoes.  Each … Continue reading

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Selva

University Town Center – 67 N. Cattlemen Rd. Sarasota – 941.358.6272 selvagrill.com 2/5/25 – Q-tips say: Yes, go and enjoy. We went for the Happy Hour menu – 4pm to 6pm in the Bar/Lounge only. Mrs. Q had: Old Fashioned … Continue reading

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BRIO Italian Rest. Sarasota FL 2/4/25

BRIO – 190 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 702-9102brioitalian.comQ-Tips say: Go and enjoy, we did. Mrs. Q says: Nice to be back in FL. Happy Hour begins at 3:00 to 7:00 in the bar/or outside sitting.  Each … Continue reading

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PIER 22 – 2/3/25

PIER  22 -1200 1st Ave W., Bradenton, (941) 748-8087      pier22dining.com   Pier 22 – Good drinks, food, ambiance & nice service from Alycia. They now have a different Happy Hour menu.  –  Available In All Dining Areas From 3-6 … Continue reading

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Calo’s

www.calorestaurant.com – 5343 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL 2/1/25 – Valentina‘s drinks at Calo’s are the best restaurant drinks around. Our last visit before Fl. We shared the delicious bread. The Q tips had: An Old Fashion & Perfect Manhattan … Continue reading

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GINO’S NORTH PIZZA – EDGEWATER -near Loyola U.

1113 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL 60660 – 1/30/25 – www.ginosnorth.com 773-465-1616 “CHICAGO’S BEST KEPT SECRET” · Offering thin-crust pizza, pastas, · jumbo sandwiches, and salads as well as Beer, Wine, and Cocktails. Nothing better than to celebrate at Gino’s … Continue reading

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Beard & Belly

6157 N Broadway Ave Chicago, IL – (773) 754-7429, beardandbellychicago.com 1/29/25 One last visit before going to FL. Both Q’s had: Drinks: Old Fashioned – Maker’s Mark – demerara, Regan’s orange bitters, angostura bitters with an orange swath- dirty ice … Continue reading

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L Woods Tap & Pine Lodge – in Lincolnwood, IL

1/27/2025- It has been awhile since we went to L Woods. So after running errands, decided to stop in for dinner for one last visit before FL. Food, service & libations were good. Yes, you can eat indoors or outdoors … Continue reading

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Tapas Barcelona

1/25/25 -1615 Chicago Ave Evanston (847) 866-9900, tapasbarcelona.com We shared the bread. One last visit before we go back to FL. Had a nice visit with Mrs. Q’s sister. Mrs. Q’s Sis had: Salad & a Pasta dish with creamy … Continue reading

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Mas Alla Del Sol

MAS ALLA DEL SOL -5848 N Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60660, (773) 654-1900,  masalladelsolrestaurant.com 1-24-2025 – Life is good! One last trip before we go to FL. We began dinner by sharing the Complimentary Salsa– Guacamole & sauce. Mas Alla del … Continue reading

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