A whopper of a testimony at former Ald. Ed Burke's federal corruption trial last year focused on this Burger King in the 14th ward. The meat of the U.S. attorney's office case, which succeeded in finding Burke guilty, alleged that Burke pressured the location's owners into using his private property tax appeals law firm, Klafter & Burke.
If you want to forget your troubles, go to Ceres. If you want to create your troubles, also go to Ceres. Tucked into the Chicago Board of Trade Building, Ceres' infamously strong cocktails have made it the 'destroyer of careers.' Ceres also serves your hangover cure with a bar menu that features cheese fries and signature sliders.
Just around the corner from the Dirksen Federal Courthouse, the Berghoff welcomes lawyers, politicians, and tourists alike. Even fictional power players, like the mafia in The Dark Knight, dine here. Pop in for a pint or try one of their German specials like a game sausage plate featuring house-made spätzle.
The 'Obama Ate Here' tour continues with MacArthur's. This Southern-style cafeteria has catered to visiting politicians and local West Siders alike, which now include Austin resident and Chicago Mayor Brandon John.
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