LTH North Lunch Group - Rita's - Lake Bluff - 3/15 - 12:30
LTH North Lunch Group - Rita's - Lake Bluff - 3/15 - 12:30
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LTH North Lunch Group - Rita's - Lake Bluff - 3/15 - 12:30
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Post #1 - February 15th, 2019, 7:25 amA buddy of mine swears by the fish fry at Rita's. I've never been here even though I've driven past this place a million times.
There's an ancient post about Rita's here -http://www.lthforum.com/bb/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=16652
Let's check it out on the 15th to see for ourselves. As always, bring a friend.
Rita's
13744 Rockland Rd.
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 362-0157
Dave148 - Esteemed Coordinator - LTH North Lunch Group
WillG
EddieK
jnm123
Cathy2
KatieLast edited by Dave148 on February 16th, 2019, 11:44 am, edited 2 times in total.Never order barbecue in a place that also serves quiche - Lewis Grizzard
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Post #2 - February 15th, 2019, 8:47 amGood choice. Havent been there in ages but used to be a great fish fry.
I am in.
-Will
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Post #3 - February 15th, 2019, 9:01 amI've also driven by many times without trying it. Count me in.
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Post #4 - February 15th, 2019, 9:27 amWhy not, I'm in too, for this Lenten version of our klatch. Don't quote me on this, but I too have driven past a zillion times and am sure I've seen 'perch' on their signage and maybe 'blue gill' as well.
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Post #5 - February 15th, 2019, 11:13 amAs the most recent person to comment on Rita's (in 2009!), I can still vouch for their fish fry. I told a friend of mine who's a great cook and loves good food about it a few months ago, and he's gone 6 or 7 times since then.
Once there's a relatively firm number of people going, I think it's really important to give them a heads up. The dining area is the size of a living room, with about 8 or 9 tables, plus there are seats at the bar.
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Post #6 - February 15th, 2019, 3:17 pmDave, I'm starting to suspect you're reading my calendar in order to exclude me.
That's two in a row I'll be out of town for.What is patriotism, but the love of good things we ate in our childhood?
-- Lin Yutang
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Post #7 - February 15th, 2019, 3:31 pmJoelF wrote:Dave, I'm starting to suspect you're reading my calendar in order to exclude me.
That's two in a row I'll be out of town for.
https://www.uber.com/fare-estimate/Never order barbecue in a place that also serves quiche - Lewis Grizzard
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Post #8 - February 15th, 2019, 8:50 pmDave148 wrote:JoelF wrote:Dave, I'm starting to suspect you're reading my calendar in order to exclude me.
That's two in a row I'll be out of town for.
https://www.uber.com/fare-estimate/
"Sorry, we’re unable to provide a fare estimate for that trip"What is patriotism, but the love of good things we ate in our childhood?
-- Lin Yutang
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Post #9 - February 15th, 2019, 8:52 pmJoelF wrote:Dave148 wrote:JoelF wrote:Dave, I'm starting to suspect you're reading my calendar in order to exclude me.
That's two in a row I'll be out of town for.
https://www.uber.com/fare-estimate/
"Sorry, we’re unable to provide a fare estimate for that trip"
I will consult with you in selecting the April date.Never order barbecue in a place that also serves quiche - Lewis Grizzard
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Post #10 - February 16th, 2019, 9:05 amCount me in. I've been meaning to try Rita's fish fry for a long time."Your swimming suit matches your eyes, you hold your nose before diving, loving you has made me bananas!"
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Post #11 - February 16th, 2019, 10:35 amHi,
I brought a friend who grew up in a farm in northern Lake County. Her family never went to restaurants, though they went to taverns. I brought her in and she was back in her childhood vibe. Unbelievably, she bumped into the sister of her sister's best friend whose family owned her parents' favorite watering hole.
She loved the experience of going to Rita's and came back soon after with her sisters.
I will be there ready to eat my fare share of fish!
Regards,
Cathy2Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
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Post #12 - February 16th, 2019, 11:56 pmDear Esteemed Coordinator,
Beware the ides of March.
Just sayin'.
Signed,
A friend, or maybe a minion"Your swimming suit matches your eyes, you hold your nose before diving, loving you has made me bananas!"
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Post #13 - February 17th, 2019, 7:21 pmKatie wrote:Dear Esteemed Coordinator,
Beware the ides of March.
Just sayin'.
Signed,
A friend, or maybe a minion
I'll sit with my back to the wall.
Never order barbecue in a place that also serves quiche - Lewis Grizzard
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Post #14 - February 21st, 2019, 3:27 pmDave148 wrote:Katie wrote:Dear Esteemed Coordinator,
"Beware the ides of March."
Just sayin'.
Signed,
A friend, or maybe a minion
I'll sit with my back to the wall.
"Yon Cassius has a lean and hungry look.
He thinks too much; such men are dangerous.""Your swimming suit matches your eyes, you hold your nose before diving, loving you has made me bananas!"
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Post #15 - February 21st, 2019, 3:58 pmI always call this day: Et tu, Brute? day.Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
Facebook, Twitter, Greater Midwest Foodways, Road Food 2012: Podcast
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Post #16 - March 13th, 2019, 2:19 pmThere's a reservation under Dave. Hopefully, I won't be following Julius Caesar's footsteps.
Never order barbecue in a place that also serves quiche - Lewis Grizzard
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Post #17 - March 13th, 2019, 2:57 pmDave148 wrote:There's a reservation under Dave. Hopefully, I won't be following Julius Caesar's footsteps.
Is the lovely bride attending?Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
Facebook, Twitter, Greater Midwest Foodways, Road Food 2012: Podcast
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Post #18 - March 13th, 2019, 3:28 pmCathy2 wrote:Dave148 wrote:There's a reservation under Dave. Hopefully, I won't be following Julius Caesar's footsteps.
Is the lovely bride attending?
I don’t believe so. No mobility issues at my end.
Never order barbecue in a place that also serves quiche - Lewis Grizzard
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Post #19 - March 14th, 2019, 2:38 pmWe can't count on her to support the rebellion anyway. Caesar's wife must be above suspicion."Your swimming suit matches your eyes, you hold your nose before diving, loving you has made me bananas!"
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Post #20 - March 14th, 2019, 10:40 pmSorry to say I am iffy for tomorrow. Looks like I may be taking a sick puppy to the doctor."Your swimming suit matches your eyes, you hold your nose before diving, loving you has made me bananas!"
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Post #21 - March 15th, 2019, 5:47 amDammit, Katie, where the hell can I get some hemlock at this late date?!
Maybe we should revisit the mercury angle...
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Post #22 - March 15th, 2019, 7:09 amjnm123 wrote:Dammit, Katie, where the hell can I get some hemlock at this late date?!
Maybe we should revisit the mercury angle...
https://www.amazon.com/Poison-Hemlock-m ... 167&sr=8-4Never order barbecue in a place that also serves quiche - Lewis Grizzard
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Post #23 - March 15th, 2019, 9:05 amjnm123 wrote:Dammit, Katie, where the hell can I get some hemlock at this late date?!
Maybe we should revisit the mercury angle...Dave148 wrote:http://www.lthforum.com/bb/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=16652
Can you believe he gave us this that link himself?
"Your swimming suit matches your eyes, you hold your nose before diving, loving you has made me bananas!"
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Post #24 - March 15th, 2019, 3:07 pmNo pics, but at a tiny-but-packed Rita's five of us enjoyed expertly fried perch and walleye, decent fries, tedious clam chowder and tasty navy bean soups. Cole slaw was fair-to-middling.
Guess I used up all my adjectives describing 'ordinary'. Quality was pretty good overall, but as per usual the conversation was anything but usual. Dead chefs & the usage of the word 'awesome' made the lunch memorable.
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Post #25 - March 15th, 2019, 3:18 pmjnm123 wrote:Dead chefs & the usage of the word 'awesome' made the lunch memorable.
We "learned" there is a limited age range where one can use the word 'awesome.' All of us at the table were too old to be considered seriously.
Regards,
Cathy2Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
Facebook, Twitter, Greater Midwest Foodways, Road Food 2012: Podcast
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Post #26 - March 15th, 2019, 3:59 pmBottom line....it was an awesome lunch!
ECNever order barbecue in a place that also serves quiche - Lewis Grizzard
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Post #27 - March 16th, 2019, 10:00 pmEddie Izzard explains the difference between the new and original meanings of "awesome." One is a hot dog; the other is a hundred billion hot dogs."Your swimming suit matches your eyes, you hold your nose before diving, loving you has made me bananas!"
