A Mano Chicago Bites Podcast #113

A Mano
Chicago Bites Podcast #113

Posted by Tammy at 2:00 pm

Jul 212008

A Mano's rabbit gnocchi was a favorite at our table.

We ducked into A Mano one evening for a quick meal, and walked away with a new source for premium gelato. We’ll definitely be back for dessert, but what about the rest of the meal? Listen in to hear what we thought.

(12.0 M)

Show Notes:
00:00 – 00:52 More than a bar…
00:53 – 03:30 Appetizers, deals
03:31 – 05:00 Waitress issues
05:01 – 06:53 Rabbit
06:54 – 08:10 Tuna
08:11 – 09:54 Bliss of Gelato
09:55 – 11:49 Atmosphere
11:50 – 13:05 Ratings and sign-off

The customizable salad trio was a bargain at $15.

A Mano
335 N Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 629-3500 | Make Reservations
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	Bridget’s A Mano Ratings	Tammy’s A Mano Ratings
Food Quality	4	3
Value	3	3
Service	3	2
Ambiance	4	4
Overall	6	6

Average price per person: $40

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Prosecco
Chicago Bites #101

Posted by Tammy at 6:00 pm

Apr 072008

The orecchiette tartuafate at Prosecco was very tasty, but too rich to finish.

Prosecco is the new Italian offering on the Wells Street dining corridor that takes the place of the old Xel-ha restaurant. The two places couldn’t be more different — Yucatan cuisine has been replaced by rich, well-served Italian pastas and seafood. Do we think this restaurant will last longer than its predecessor? Tune in and find out.

(19.3 M)

Show Notes:
00:00 – 01:45 Are they in business? Appearances.
01:46 – 02:57 Restaurant Week
02:58 – 05:30 Starting at Prosecco
05:31 – 08:35 Portions & pastas
08:36 – 09:56 Surf & turf
09:57 – 12:46 Desserts & service
12:01 – 14:03 Ratings and sign-off

Prosecco
710 N Wells St.
Chicago, IL

Bridget’s Prosecco Ratings:
Food Quality: 4/5
Value: 3/5
Service: 4/5
Ambiance: 5/5
Overall: 7/10

Tammy’s Prosecco Ratings:
Food Quality: 4/5
Value: 3/5
Service: 4/5
Ambiance: 4/5
Overall: 7/10

Average price per person: $60