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"If your Midwestern parents are visiting from out of town, this spot will make them happy. It’s been an institution since 1932, serving Chicago-style ribs (they’re slow-cooked rather than smoked, so this is technically not barbecue), and it has giant laminated menus that remind us of old-school supper clubs. The ribs are tender and juicy, so we’re pretty sure everyone (not just Midwesterners) will actually be happy here. It also has light-up beer signs in the windows. What’s not to like?" - adrian kane