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August 11-14, 2010 | Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile | Chicago, IL

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Visit Chicago In addition to being IREM’s Headquarters, Chicago's rich mix of cultures, ideas, and accomplishments are what make the city unlike any other in the world. The Chicago Convention and Visitors Bureau is a comprehensive resource for your upcoming trip and is the ideal starting point for your planning. Their website is packed with information, including maps, attractions and tours, museums, arts and theater, restaurants and shops. For more information, visit www.choosechicago.com. Weather During the month of August, the average low is 63° F and the average high is 81° F IREM Headquarters' Restaurant Reviews Chicago is known for its food scene and whether it's Chicago style pizza, a Chicago hotdog, or a Goose Island brew - Chicago has it all. From street vendors to 5 Star restaurants, Chicago offers something for every palette. Check out these Headquarters Staff top picks for dining within walking distance or a short cab ride from the hotel.

Bandera 535 N. Michigan Ave. (312) 644-3524 www.hillstone.com American and Barbecue ($10-$15 per entrée)
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Lawrence Cunningham - Senior Admissions Coordinator	Ben Pao 52 W. Illinois St. (312) 222-1888 www.benpao.com Chinese Cuisine ($10-$15 per entrée)
"Ben Pao! Absolutely delicious Asian dishes. Spicy Sichuan Shrimp is my favorite! Very good spicy dish with contrasting sweet sauce over the shrimp! DELISH"
Bice Ristorante 158 E. Ontario St. (312) 664-1474 www.bicechicago.com Italian ($15-$25 per entrée)	Bubba Gump Shrimp Company 700 E. Grand Ave. (Navy Pier) (312) 252-4867 www.bubbagump.com Southern & Seafood ($10-$15 per entrée)
Brasserie Jo 59 W. Hubbard St. (312) 595-0800 www.brasseriejo.com French Bistro ($15-$20 per entrée)	Buca di Beppo 521 N. Rush St. (312) 396-0001 www.bucadibeppo.com Italian & Pizza ($15-$25)
Staff Pick
Phyllis Coneset - Director, Meetings and Conferences	Frontera Grill 449 N. Clark St. (312) 661-0381 www.rickbayless.com/restaurants American and Barbecue ($15-$25 per entrée)
“I love Frontera Grill! Owner/Chef Rick Bayless is a total rock star...James Beard Winner, prepared a state dinner at the White House, cookbook author, etc., etc. The menu is somewhat seasonal, but some items seem to remain. My favorites include the appetizer platter that features a variety of specialties, duck quesadillas and the Mezcal Margarita (it's shaken, not stirred). Other than large groups (they do have a private room that seats about 15), they don't take reservations. Check the website for dinner hours -- people line up at least an hour prior to opening. I usually just sit in the bar (very festive atmosphere), order from the menu and kick-back with a margarita. Fabulous”
Fulton’s on the River 315 N. LaSalle St. (312) 822-0100 www.fultonsontheriver.com Seafood, Steakhouse & Sushi ($25 and up per entrée)	Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse 1028 N. Rush St. (312) 266-8999 www.gibsonssteakhouse.com Steakhouse & Seafood ($25 and up per entrée)
Giordano’s 310 W. Randolph St. (312) 201-1441 www.giordanos.com Pizza ($10 per entrée)
Staff Pick
Charles Acox - Customer Relations Specialist	Grand Lux Café 600 N. Michigan Ave. (800) 553-1160 www.grandluxcafe.com International Cuisine ($15-$25 per entree)
“My dish is at the Grand Lux, it's the 3 salmon special. It prepares salmon in three different ways, one is glazed with a sweet sauce, one is grilled, and I forget the way the other one is prepared because by the time I get to it my stomach is thanking me too loudly for ordering this dish. It is pretty affordable, always available, and never a disappointment. Enjoy.”
Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse 33 W. Kinzie St. (312) 828-0966 www.harraycarays.com Italian Steakhouse ($25 and up per entrée)	Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak and Stone Crab 60 E. Grand (312) 379-5637 www.joes.net American, Seafood & Steakhouse ($15-$25 per entrée)
Lawry’s The Prime Rib 100 E. Ontario (312) 787-5000 www.lawrysonline.com Steakhouse ($15-$25 per entrée)	Maggiano’s Little Italy 516 N. Clark St. (312) 644-770 www.maggianos.com Italian ($10-$15 per entrée)
Phil Stefani’s 437 Rush 437 N. Rush St. (312) 222-0101 www.philstefanis437rush.com American, Italian and Steakhouse ($25 and up per entrée)	Purple Pig 500 N. Michigan Ave. (312) 464-1744 www.thepurplepigchicago.com Mediterranean and Italian ($10-$15 per entrée)
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Melissa Arthur - Manager, Chapter Services	Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery One W. Grand (312) 755-9339 www.rockbottom.com American & Pub Food ($10-$15 per entrée)
“Rock Bottom is a great place to enjoy alfresco rooftop dining in Chicago. Their menu will satisfy your cravings for comfort food and is good for a late night snack. Their microbrews are incredible - my personal favorite is the “Erik the Red Ale” but if you can’t decide I recommend the beer sampler. The brewery also offers multiple seating venues - the bar area with pool tables and big screen tvs, the quiet sit down restaurant, and of course the best option for August - the rooftop.”
Roy’s Chicago 720 N. State St. (312) 787-7599 www.roysrestaurant.com Hawaiian-Fusion Cuisine ($15-$25 per entrée)	Rosebud on Rush 720 N. Rush St. (312) 266-6444 www.rosebudrestaurants.com Italian ($15-$25 per entrée)
Staff Pick
Julia Norwich - CCIM Institute Legislative Liaison	Shaw’s Crab House 21 E. Hubbard St. (312) 527-2722 www.shawscrabhouse.com Seafood ($15-$25 per entrée)
“My favorite restaurant out of all of these choices would have to be Shaw's. They have the most amazing food to satisfy any foodie. The menu items are wonderfully prepared with blends of spices and sauces that make for a really unique flavor. The chef pairs the entrees with wonderful sides and everything is cooked perfectly. They could honestly make a seafood lover out of anyone. I love that place.”
The Melting Pot 609 N. Dearborn (312) 573-0011 www.meltingpot.com Fondue ($25 and up per entrée)	The Original Gino’s East 633 N. Wells St. (312) 943-1124 www.ginoseast.com Pizza ($15-$25)
The Signature Room at the 95th 875 N. Michigan Ave. (312) 787-9596 www.signatureroom.com American ($25 and up per entrée)	The Weber Grill Restaurant 539 N. State St. (312) 467-9696 www.webergrillrestaurant.com Barbeque, Burgers & Steakhouse ($10-$15 per entrée)
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Jennifer Schlueter - Senior Manager, Leadership Services	Volare 201 E. Grand Ave. (312) 410-9900 www.volarerestaurant.com Italian ($15-$25)
“Best entree...Gnocchi with Salmonata Sauce. The gnocchi melts in your mouth and the sauce is delicious! Volare is a cute little restaurant where they pack you in, but it's worth it! Not a good place to go with a large group, but nice for a small group of friends or a date. Plus they have alfresco dining which is what summer in Chicago is all about!”
If these choices don’t stimulate your taste buds, visit www.urbanspoon.com

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