RŌM (Loop)
Roma (salami, mortadella, capicola, provolone, tomatoes, mild giardinara)
Nocciola (fancy beverage with Nutella, condensed milk, espresso, whipped cream, nuts)
As a "classic Italian" sandwich goes, this one did not disappoint. The giardinara made the eating experience a bit messy, but it was well worth it.
The Nocciola falls under their house category of "coffee as art." It's served in a small clear parfait cup and is meant to be eaten with a spoon ("scoop down and then up the side"). I can't say I'd ever have it again, especially since it was close to $4, but I don't feel like a fool for trying it once.
I visited their cafe again in the late afternoon when my wife stopped by the office on her way to a The Knot of Chicagoland gathering. She tried the Chai Tea Latte. I ordered yet another Iced Coffee. Both were excellent. They use Caffe Umbria coffee, and while they sell Bodum presses, they offer no freshly pressed coffee for sale, which I can understand, but I'd still love the chance to buy it on occasion.
With several alternatives to Starbucks in the Loop, I've learned that Starbucks is really not that great a coffee. If I must have some kind of coffee drink, I'd prefer Caribou, McDonalds, Dunkin' Donuts, Peet's, or RŌM. Anything but Starbucks.
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Sandwich Report: Tuesday, 2007-05-15
RŌM (Loop)
Grilled Napoli (mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, balsamic dressing)
RŌM is a recent addition to the Loop. It bills itself as a "Modern Italian Cafe." This is my second sandwich following their awesome (but pricey) JoJo.
As Napolis go, this is pretty good. The bread did not disappoint, and it did not crumble under the panini press, unlike some sandwiches. (I'm looking at you, Pazzo's.)
Grilled Napoli (mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, balsamic dressing)
RŌM is a recent addition to the Loop. It bills itself as a "Modern Italian Cafe." This is my second sandwich following their awesome (but pricey) JoJo.
As Napolis go, this is pretty good. The bread did not disappoint, and it did not crumble under the panini press, unlike some sandwiches. (I'm looking at you, Pazzo's.)
Monday, May 14, 2007
Sandwich Report: Monday, 2007-05-14
Uncle Abe's (Loop)
Meatloaf on sourdough + lettuce, tomato, ketchup
Chicken broth soup with pasta shells
Pickle spear
At $6.00 before tax, this Daily Special is probably the best deal at Uncle Abe's. The portion of meatloaf was ample, but it compromised the integrity of the thin sourdough bread. On the upside, the meatloaf at Uncle Abe's is tasty and just the right texture and moisture -- not too dry, not too messy.
Meatloaf on sourdough + lettuce, tomato, ketchup
Chicken broth soup with pasta shells
Pickle spear
At $6.00 before tax, this Daily Special is probably the best deal at Uncle Abe's. The portion of meatloaf was ample, but it compromised the integrity of the thin sourdough bread. On the upside, the meatloaf at Uncle Abe's is tasty and just the right texture and moisture -- not too dry, not too messy.
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