Food and a high-flying show

This week I was inspired by an article I read in the Sunday Source section of the Washington Post. So instead of reviewing a particular place, I’d like to focus on a type of restaurant that most likely gets overlooked when looking for somewhere fun to take your family for a bite to eat.

Many small local airports have inexpensive cafes that allow for some great entertainment. Not many kids (or adults) can resist being enthralled by the sight of planes racing down the runway. Some airport cafes also have outdoor seating for an upclose view of the action. With the warmer months upon us, nothing beats a free show and cheap food. You and your kids might even get to chat with a pilot or two.

Upscale Chicago dining with the American Girls

If you have a young daughter (or granddaughter) chances are you’re familiar with the wildly popular line of American Girl dolls. With additional locations in LA and NYC, the American Girl Café in Chicago gives girls the chance to dine with their favorite dolls. Special mini booster seats are provided at the tables. Forgot to bring a doll with you? No need to feel left out: simply borrow one. There are other special touches, such as napkin rings that double as hair scrunchies you can take home with you. While the café is geared towards the younger set, the menu is definitely adult-friendly. It’s not just chicken fingers and pizza here…there’s also quiche, baked tilapia, scones with Devonshire cream and their signature cinnamon buns. Pricing is per person and includes the cinnamon buns, one or two courses (depending on the meal), drinks, and dessert. The café is popular for birthday parties so reservations are highly recommended.

This place makes me wish it were around back when I had my "Molly" doll.

Prices
Brunch - $18
Lunch - $20
Afternoon tea - $17
Dinner - $22

Hours
Call for seating times 1-877-AG PLACE

http://www.americangirlplace.com/agp_chi_cafe.php