659189 Tue Oct 13 13:09:18 -0700 2009 7 7 Chicago Area 0 5100363 I am going to check out these places on Saturday during the day. Where can I get lunch in this immediate area that is affordable and unique? Tue Oct 13 13:09:18 -0700 2009 1109773 foodiememoirs 1 5100380 I have always thought the "Museum Campus" area to be void of any interesting dining but I could be mistaken. You will have a difficult (and possibly expensive) time trying to hit all 3 in one day. When we go, it's a relatively full day at just one place...with our big meal either before or afterwards and just snacks inside. Tue Oct 13 13:15:44 -0700 2009 5100363 10957 RSMBob 2 5100443 Hi yeah, I imagine that it can be a lot to see all three and I may or may not try. I will be alone, which will make it easier to move right along. I am getting one of those "go chicago cards" which makes visiting whatever I want a pretty good deal. Is there a specific cafe or anything inside of any of these places that is better than another? Or anything close nearby for a memorable sandwich, cupcake, cookie, burger, snack or the like? Tue Oct 13 13:32:54 -0700 2009 5100380 1109773 foodiememoirs 3 5100644 Relatively close by is a great Cuban restaurant. I get the Cubano when I go http://cafecitochicago.com/ Use www.hopstop.com for easy walking/public transporation directions. But this is only a couple of blocks away from the Museum Campus Tue Oct 13 14:38:10 -0700 2009 5100443 14209 lbs 4 5100747 While I agree that Cafecito is a great place, it's more than "a couple of blocks", closer to a mile each way. Not bad on a nice day, but be forewarned. For a nice brunch option the Bongo Room is probably a half mile from the campus (it's at Roosevelt & Wabash). Great breakfast burritos and sandwiches - amazing pancakes. Tue Oct 13 15:25:51 -0700 2009 5100644 202198 ferret 5 5102105 You are absolutely right - I was thinking about that last night. I am lifelong Chicago non-driver so what I consider easily walkable may not be that for those not used to treking along. I forgot about the Bongo Room - excellent choice. If you choose to go Cafecito, I would go either before or after the museum campus. Wed Oct 14 07:24:44 -0700 2009 5100747 14209 lbs 6 5105368 Thanks all! I am actually going to be in that area two days now, so I will try both! Should I be prepared to wait in line at either place? THANKS!! Thu Oct 15 10:00:33 -0700 2009 5102105 1109773 foodiememoirs 7 5106740 I believe the Shedd is having a "thank you" promotion and is free admission fo the next week starting tomorrow. It may be a bit crowded. Thu Oct 15 17:39:48 -0700 2009 5105368 132739 lilmomma