Carmine's or Rosebud on Rush?
Oct 24th, 2004, 05:26 PM
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The menus are very similar because they are owned by the same people (who also own Rosebud on Taylor). I recently had a great meal at Carmine's, I always go to the Rosebud on Taylor so I have only been to Rosebud on Rush once many years ago.
Another reasonable Italian place on the same stretch is Cafe Luciano, I've also had an enjoyable meal there.
Make reservations whichever one you decide to go to, esp if a weekend night.
Another reasonable Italian place on the same stretch is Cafe Luciano, I've also had an enjoyable meal there.
Make reservations whichever one you decide to go to, esp if a weekend night.
Oct 27th, 2004, 04:58 PM
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JES & swalter518: Thanks for your help! What do you mean by "better atmosphere?"
Jacketwatch: Glad you suggested Maggiano's. I had that in mind also, but hadn't heard much about it.
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Jacketwatch: Glad you suggested Maggiano's. I had that in mind also, but hadn't heard much about it.
To all replies: Thanks for your input-Fodorites are wonderful people!
Oct 27th, 2004, 05:20 PM
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Just looked on Maggiano's website and saw that they are a chain. While looking for locations near to NW Ohio, I found one in Troy, Mich. near Somerset Collection where I'm going shopping soon! Hope to try that one before coming to Chicago in November.
Oct 27th, 2004, 06:07 PM
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No offense to jacketwatch, but I would definitely pick the others above Maggiano's. It is a chain and while some dishes are good (not great) most are very mediocre at best--although the atmosphere is very charming (checkered tablecloths, dark wood, banquets, etc.
In terms of what I mean for atmosphere for Carmine's vs. Rosebuds: the former is a bit warmer, darker with a traditional old time feel while the latter is very bright, a bit sterile, and somewhat tacky with the colors, chairs, etc. (in my opinion). The restaurants are only a few blocks apart, so if you wanted to check them both out before making a decision, that would be easy to do. The food has always been delicious at Carmine's while I have had mixed at Rosebuds--one time excellent, and the next time so-so.
I did feel the atmosphere took away from it too.
There ARE a ton of really great restaurants to choose from, but these are Chicago traditions you don't find everywhere else. Both have photos of celebrities who have dined there through the years which are fun to look at. I think Oprah recently took
Bono (from U2) to one of them after her show. Just a little aside
In terms of what I mean for atmosphere for Carmine's vs. Rosebuds: the former is a bit warmer, darker with a traditional old time feel while the latter is very bright, a bit sterile, and somewhat tacky with the colors, chairs, etc. (in my opinion). The restaurants are only a few blocks apart, so if you wanted to check them both out before making a decision, that would be easy to do. The food has always been delicious at Carmine's while I have had mixed at Rosebuds--one time excellent, and the next time so-so.
I did feel the atmosphere took away from it too.
There ARE a ton of really great restaurants to choose from, but these are Chicago traditions you don't find everywhere else. Both have photos of celebrities who have dined there through the years which are fun to look at. I think Oprah recently took
Bono (from U2) to one of them after her show. Just a little aside
Oct 27th, 2004, 07:47 PM
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JES: Thanks for clarifying-we like the "old world" atmosphere. Have seen both Rosebud on Rush and Carmine's on the exterior and both seemed appealing, but we'll be going to Carmine's. I know there are many other great Italian restaurants in Chicago, so I guess we'll just have to keep coming back until we try them all!
Oct 27th, 2004, 07:55 PM
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IMHO I would not be too dissuaded by the "chain" tag. The food is very good there. Again we have been to all 3 and Maggianos, to us, has the best bang for the buck. Carmines and Rosebuds are a fair amt. more. Not much is cheap in the Rush St. area BTW. Whatever you choose you will be fine. Cheers, Larry
Oct 27th, 2004, 08:15 PM
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I do want to try Maggiano's and plan on trying the one in Troy, Mich. for now. The "chain" thing doesn't bother me. I love The Capital Grille in Chicago and was surprised to find it was a chain. We're coming for the Mag. Mile Lights Festival and really looking forward to it!
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