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Chicago O’Hare….deep dish or dog?

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    Chicago O’Hare….deep dish or dog?

    As some of you remember, my wife and I run a cat rescue. Well, we are rescuing two cats from Chicago on Saturday. (My life is weird.)

    My wife is making the trip. Fly in and fly out, same day.

    She’s never been to Chicago (I have, a few times).

    Assuming things go as uneventfully as possible, she’ll be eating at the airport (with two cat carriers in tow).

    If she can manage it, which should she go for?

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    Chicago Dog
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    Chicago Deep Dish Pizza
    25.81%
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    #2
    Having eaten both at OHare I would recommend a dog. Neither was as amazing as a good place in the city, but for the money the dogs I had in the airport were closer (and easier to eat in a hurry). Haven't been through there in about 5 years so it's been a minute and the places may have changed or be different depending on the terminal. Actually, the more I think about it, I recall something being off with the pizza I think it was Rizzos or Regies or something.

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      #3
      The best airport restaurant in the US is at O’Hare: Rick Bayless’ Tortas Frontera. Terminal 1, near Gate B11; Terminal 3, near Gate K4; and Terminal 5, near Gate M18.

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      • Draznnl
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        I echo this recommendation if she is flying United. I don't think anyone else flies out of Terminal 1 and the hike with cat carriers would be a bit of a pain if flying a different airline.

      • Michael_in_TX
        Michael_in_TX commented
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        We are flying United; the only airline we trust with pets. This has potential!

      • gcdmd
        gcdmd commented
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        Good to know.

      #4
      I love Chicago deep dish pizza!

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      • gboss
        gboss commented
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        yes, but there are no places at ORD that serve it properly!

      #5
      I have lived in Chicagoland for nearly 20 years. I’d go for the dog. You won’t find Vienna Beef outside of Chicago, and a great dog is easier to do even for an airport. I fly through ORD multiple times a year.

      A lot will depend on the terminals you are in but I’d still bet finding a hot dog will be a better bet than hoping a slightly warmed over deep dish pizza is representing a true Chicago deep dish done well. In fact, I am pretty sure I ate the pizza last time and felt it was very meh.

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      • Bkhuna
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        You can find Vienna products outside of Chicago, but not retail.

      • STEbbq
        STEbbq commented
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        Bkhuna I know that is the case but I have never actually see anything in practice. It must be really niche.

      • Bkhuna
        Bkhuna commented
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        STEbbq I've found 2 local hot dog places that proudly serve Vienna franks, Polish sausage's, and Ditka Hot Beef Polish Sausage. I wish I knew a few people would split the cost of a case of franks with me.

      #6
      I’m curious, my sister Barb does cat rescue in Chicago. She sometimes has… lots of cats. Any connection?

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      • Michael_in_TX
        Michael_in_TX commented
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        Not that I know of, but I am sure your sister and us would be fast friends!

      #7
      Living in Chicago, I recommend waiting on pizza until you can actually go to one of the real joints in the city.

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        #8
        When I was still working, traveled weekly and went through O’Hare several times a month. The doggies were quick, easy to find, and almost always great. I would avoid the deep dish pizza. Nothing like the authentic Chicago style. BUT, if she has time, follow the advice above from Mosca

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          #9
          I can’t remember the place but I got an Italian beef sammich while flying through O’Hare. Just an option.

          I did vote for pizza, Chicago deep dish is my jam.

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            #10
            Pretty sure the cats would vote on a dog.

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              #11
              Tortas Frontera is the correct answer.

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                #12
                You know what I would say Michael_in_TX

                hot dog with the works!

                STEbbq I just ate a Vienna hot dog a few minutes ago!

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                  #13
                  This Chicago Dog experience is it! And, if things work out, absolutely, Tortas Frontera!

                  (If my wife can swing a dish at his restaurant, I will be forever jealous!)

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                    #14
                    Rick Bayless is going to kill me in my sleep, isn't he?

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                    • SheilaAnn
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                      Michael_in_TX please know that Rick bayless is not a “Chicago Mexican food” chef. He is an accomplished chef passionate about regional Mexican cuisine who happens to live in Chicago and he started his empire there.

                      Where did this quote come from?

                    #15
                    Originally posted by Michael_in_TX;n1733787[URL="https://pitmaster.amazingribs.com/member/36704-michael_in_tx"
                    Michael_in_TX[/URL] please know that Rick bayless is not a “Chicago Mexican food” chef. He is an accomplished chef passionate about regional Mexican cuisine who happens to live in Chicago and he started his empire there.

                    Where did this quote come from?​​
                    No, no, no, no........I could have framed that better.

                    My wife has no idea who Rich Bayless is, that was her response to me suggesting a "Mexican" restaurant in the Chicago airport.

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                    • SheilaAnn
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                      It’s all good, friend!

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