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Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/3669943/chicago_il/lakeshore_athletic_club_downtown.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This quirky standby might just be the finest anger management activity out there. You can't go wrong with bumper cars and whiffle balls. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/3677925/chicago_il/whirlyball.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Initiation fees, monthly dues and private trainers will run you thousands at this high-end club. But who else can brag about an oxygenated, chlorine-free, fresh-water pool with an infinity edge? Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/35175447/chicago_il/holmes_place.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This quiet brick building in Lincoln Park is the only place you can get Grant Achatz's innovative food. 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Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/3680354/chicago_il/valois_restaurant.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This Stony Island staple serves hearty portions of soul food with the sort of generous sides that any glutton knows are more important than the entrée itself. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/3683562/chicago_il/soul_queen_restaurant.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles If barbeque is gluttony 101, and this Irving Park gem offers remedial classes. Just count: one rack, two racks, three racks… Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/44690562/chicago_il/smoque_bbq.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A buck and a quarter buys you an al pastor taco at this busy Uptown joint. It ain't pretty, but it's cheaper than a small coffee. Bring a duffel bag. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/43587722/chicago_il/carmela_s_taqueria.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Monday's mean one dollar cans of "American" at this Lincoln Park rock bar. Never heard of American? Too bad--you're greedy, not choosey. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/3677890/chicago_il/delilah_s.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Who says you can't be fancy and greedy? A mere $28.95 buys you any three courses--a great deal considering some of the entrees hover at the $30 mark. Tuesdays and Sundays. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/35684348/chicago_il/opera.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This sexy one-stop-shop stocks everything from practical sleepwear, tasteful lingerie and skimpy robes. Oh yeah--and sex toys, lube, dirty movies and gag gifts. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/37501076/chicago_il/g_boutique.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Notice poles are popular with the latest crop of bars and clubs? Well don't even think about it without first spending a few weeks on technique at this intense class--your audience will thank you. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/45327805/chicago_il/s_factor.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Singles have long celebrated the draw here: terrific lighting and potent drinks add two points to most folks' out-of-ten score. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/35672952/chicago_il/fulton_lounge.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Sure, the dinning room is frenzied, but if you have the right look, sidling up to the 30-plus-foot bar for cocktails is sure to turn some heads. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/45673243/chicago_il/brasserie_ruhlmann.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles The Vegas atmosphere here is perfectly suited to casual browsing. Do your preening on the cushioned bank of seats by the DJ booth. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/45670222/chicago_il/rockwell_lounge.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Lincoln Park's finest turn out in numbers each weekend for stylish food, good cocktails and the singles scene. Snag a spot on the flyover foot bridge for maximum exposure. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/41792629/chicago_il/landmark_grill_lounge.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This guys only facility differs from spas with its $25 unlimited pass to wet and dry saunas and cold baths. That and the full bar. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/46303762/chicago_il/chicago_sweat_lodge.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Luxury has its price, but it's all so worth it when you have access the city's top masseurs, stunning cityscapes and a heated indoor pool area. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/11460797/chicago_il/the_peninsula_hotel.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles The chill out room is reason enough to spend a few hours here. Pair that with numerous services and a full menu from Nine and you might as well book a standing appointment. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/11587052/chicago_il/spa_space.html Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:01:56 -0800