Although Social Media-phobe may have had small -uncalled for- melt down last night... prior to doing so, he picked a fabulous dinner spot: The Counter.
Never had I ever been to this gem, which sits between Matisse (love it!) and the million random mattress stores located on Diversey in Lakeview/Lincoln Park.
I loved the low key, yet trendy, atmosphere. You walk in... and you're not sure if you're at a hip bar -with the back-lighting and garage-like windows- or a 70s diner -with vintage photos and diner-type seating.
Overall, a perfect pick for a second date... Clearly stating you're a low-key guy/girl (weed out the high-maintenance ones)... with good taste (literally).
The menu is the interesting part. You build your own burger. Typically, I hate when I have to make too many choices (cafeterias are my nemesis)... but this was kind of fun.
And... the waitress asks you questions like, "do you want a milkshake or a glass of wine?" The fact that they offer both is FAB.
Rumor has it that it's Oprah's fav burger joint... and I think I might just agree with O-dog this time.
My burger of choice? I went with the turkey burger, with pepperjack cheese, some type of corn salsa, southwest sour cream on a wheat bun. And for a side, a mix of regular and "sweet" fries.
Ever been? What were your thoughts?
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OBSESSED. Love the sweet potato fries/onion strings combo. And I went once in November and had a pumpkin pie shake. This place is delish and everyone should go.
For a more traditional burg...Five Guys. You know I'm also obsessed with that place!
Yes! I totally need to try Five Guys... we need to plan a date there!
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