Kicking off a stretch of attending seven consecutive Cubs\u2019 home games, I did something I rarely ever do \u2013 go out before and after a Cubs game. I was attending the game with Liam from New Zealand so I thought we should \u201cexperience\u201d Wrigleyville.<\/p>\n
Pre Game Dining<\/u> The Game Post Game Dining<\/u>
It is hard to argue that going to the Full Shilling<\/a> before a Cubs game qualifies as \u201cPre Game Dining\u201d but that is what we did last night. As I wrote a few months ago, the Full Shilling gives away free hot dogs with every drink purchase 1 hour before and after Cubs home games. For $6, you get a 24 ounce beer and a hot dog \u2013 one of the best deals around Wrigley Field. <\/p>\n
<\/u>Last night\u2019s game was the first night MLB would use instant replay to judge close home runs. However, replay was not needed. In the bottom of the 8th inning, with the Phillies leading 4-1, Mike Fontenot hit a solo home run to cut the lead to 2. Next Alfonso Soriano, Ryan Theriot and Derrek Lee all reached base to load the bases. Aramis Ramirez then hit a grand slam in which Phillies center field Shane Victorino did not even move to give the Cubs a 6-4 lead. Wrigley Field erupted in a way I have never seen during the regular season.<\/p>\n
We ran into some friends during the Cubs game and ended up at John Barleycorn\u2019s<\/a> after the game. If you are looking for post game food and a party atmosphere then Barleycorn\u2019s is a good choice.<\/p>\n