Stephanie is a widowed, single mother who works as a vlogger in Connecticut. Her best friend, Emily, seems to have it all — a successful career, a loving family and a glamorous lifestyle. When Emily mysteriously disappears one day, Stephanie launches her own investigation by digging into her friend’s past — and finding a few surprises along the way. A woman seeks to uncover the truth behind the disappearance of her best friend.
Q-tips say: Was ok. It wasn’t the best movie we have ever seen and all the actors play roles they are typically type cast for. It was a tad funny though and some might find it enjoyable although super far fetched. It is a very twist-heavy film. At least it wasn’t the same old recycled trash we’ve all been seeing lately.
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We began dinner by sharing the Complimentary Salsa– Guacamole & sauce.
Mas Alla del Sol – The Q’s shared: Carne Asada y Camarones – Grilled skirt steak and jumbo shrimp/rice/ refried beans.
Mr. Q had: a Margarita. Mrs. Q had: Old Fashion
Mrs. Q says:MAS ALLA DEL SOL is NOT your local Taco Bell. Food and drinks are decent. A tad over -priced but worth every penny. Street parking. Street parking is FREE on Sun.
Carne Asada y Camarones – Grilled skirt steak and jumbo shrimp.
After the loss of his mother, a man risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with a group of local grandmothers as the chefs. Netflix
Q-tips say: Corny, Sentimental and Irrisistable. “Nonnas” is inspired by the real life story of Joe Scaravella, an unnmarried NYC transit worker who, after the death of his beloved mother, decided to use his inheritance to open a restaurant (even tho he knows nothing about opening a rest. or does he know how to cook for a restaurant)…so, then enter the real Italian grandmas (“nonnas”) cook their traditional family recipes.
At the very least you’ll leave the movie craving a big plate of lasagna.
5/24/2025 – 5951 N Broadway St Chicago – (773) 561-5577 – indiecafe.us
Indie has indoor/outdoor seating. BYOB with corkage fee for Beer & Wine only. No BYOB outside.
This visit was a take out & we ate and drank our favorite libations at home. Mrs. Q
We shared & always enjoy one of the best Crab Rangoon around.
Mrs. Q ordered the BIBI SUSHI – 7 pcs. of Nigiri and one California Maki roll – no sesames please & Wonton Soup. A Cosmo with dirty ice (ice from the shaker) on the side.
The other half had: OMAKASE – 9 pcs of Sashimi, a few pieces of Unagi & Miso Soup. His Jamieson drink.
Women Owned Restaurant – Executive Chef Iggy Waranon and Co-Owner Gui Prasartkul came to Chicago in 1998 to study the arts of photography(Governor State University) and film making(the School of the Art Institute of Chicago).
Miguel’s Restaurant specializes in French and continental food. They have a wide selection of appetizers. Entrees include fresh gulf seafood, the choicest cuts of filet mignon, delicious poultry, and veal dishes. Decadent desserts including banana fosters, cherries jubilee and traditional creme caramel. Miguel’s has an extensive wine selection and a full bar & great ambiance.
Early Bird menu: Soup du jour or Prepared Daily Garlic Soup – An old family recipe brought to you from Spain & salad.
ENTREES INCLUDE Tossed green salad with a choice of dressing, fresh garlic bread, fresh vegetables du jour and potato du jour & Choice of dessert du jour.
Always enjoy the ambiance/drinks/food/service at Miguel’s.
Enjoyed the evening with great friends from the hood: Roger & Nancy.
All had: each couple had complimentary Liver Pate with French bread – carrots/olives.
Next course: Salad- each got their own dressing.
Roger had: Red Sangria & Veal Oscar – Scaloppini of veal sauteed covered with crabmeat, asparagus, and Bearnaise sauce.
Nancy had:Cosmo & a glass of Red Cab & Veal Piccatta– Tender veal sautéed in olive oil, white wine, Capers, lemon and mushrooms.
Mrs. Q’s had:Old Fashion & Mushroom Soup, Salad & LAMB CHOPS– New Zealand lamb chops marinated and grilled to your Taste accompanied with our traditional mint sauce. Dessert:STRAWBERRY ROMANOFF – A rich sauce of Strawberries, Triple Sec, Brandy and whipped cream spooned on vanilla ice cream.
Mr. Q had:Perfect Manhattan & a Glass of wine & Shrimp appetizer &LAMB CHOPS – New Zealand lamb chops marinated and grilled to your Taste accompanied with our traditional mint sauce. Dessert choice: STRAWBERRY ROMANOFF – A rich sauce of Strawberries, Triple Sec, Brandy and whipped cream spooned on vanilla ice cream.
Everything was delicious & good drinks.
Your meal always begins with complimentary Pate with French bread – carrots/olives.
5/20/2025 – YES, to Rosebud. Go in the Dining Room.
During “snow bird/money birds & spring break time,” make a reservation for the dining room.
The dining room is much nicer & not as loud so you can actually carry on a conversation especially during “prime season“.
We shared the bread & butter and had a delicious dinner.
Mrs. Q had: Old Fashion up – dirty ice on the side & French Onion Soup & shared: Whitefish Piccatta & a loaded baked potato.
Mr. Q had: Perfect Manhattan up – dirty ice on the side & a glass of wine plus: Clam Chowder soup & shared Whitefish Piccatta.
Dessert: Creme Brulee
Some of our favorite dishes: Awesome Prime Rib dinner, delicious fish items such as Salmon, several whitefish choices, ribs, shrimp, best Liver & Onions around. Go in the dining room & enjoy.
Monday Madness – you get 50% off Well Drinks, House Wines, Beer & Beverages & All you can eat buffets. Q-tips say:Yes, go if you like Monday Madness.
Best part of the evening was: spending a fun time with neighbors, Nancy & Diane.
Q’s had usual libations: Old Fashion & A Cosmo. Perfect Manhattan & a glass of Wine.
Slider Madness:Was ok. Many meat options/cheese sauce/toppings & a salad bar.
Mrs. Q had: Taco/Nacho Madness. ok
Soup/ Salad/Sandwich Madness: Was just OK. Mr. Q had the soup. Several options for salads:Reg/just plain lettuce/tomatoes/bowtie & potato salads.Meat Options for sandwiches: Ham/turkey/corned beef sliced thin. Many bread choices but bread slices way to thick. Many people just put the meat on the plate minus the bread.
We will stick with Wings & maybe Nacho Madness & Slider Madness. Perhaps Pasta Night. Subs & More Madness was just so so – way too much bread.
The Q-tips say: Munchie Madness was nothing special.Everything was breaded & fried. Because of the breading, & no signs posting what it is, was difficult to know was in the pot. We had our usual Libations. Ordered off the Reg. Menu instead MUNCHIE MADNESS.
Had our usual Libations: Mrs. Q had:Old Fashion & a Cosmo. Mr. Q had:Perfect Manhattan & a Glass of Wine.
Pizza Madness?? ?Maybe. Taco madness? ??The meat- beef/chicken was good but many just piled the food on the dishes instead of tacos.
If you did not want to eat the sliders, etc., you can always order from the regular menu. Many do.
Cosmo
Pulled pork Sliders
Chicken slider1/2 corned beef sandwich
Tuna tataki
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Q-tips say: Service/drinks/ Pasta Night dinner was ok.
Had a lovely night with neighbors in the hood.
Our last Pasta Night till we return from Chi-town!
Q – Tips had: We began our dinner with our usual libations – An Old Fashion – up & dirty ice on the side. The other half had his Perfect Manhattan.
Mrs. Q is NOT a Pasta Fan BUT she went to this Pasta Night.
PASTA NIGHT – Caesar salad only & some kind of a bread stick & then choose your pasta, pasta sauce with your toppings of choice (shrimp/peas, black olives/sausage,) etc. Pasta Night Buffet dinner you get to choose your pasta, sauce, meats, shrimp etc. & how much of each.
Bread sticks
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