More Businesses in Crystal Lake Associated with the GAYMES?

Posted by the Chicago Tribune:

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For a cheap, savory snack, head to La Rosita (131 N. Main St., Crystal Lake, 815-356-7705), a grocery store that serves tacos so flavorful they came in third in At Play's taco challenge this year. The store is located a block from the Metra stop.
Order the steak taco with just cilantro, onion and a squeeze of Persian lime and one of the store's two standout salsas--a tangy green avocado-tomatillo one and a smoky salsa made with chiles de arbol.

Looking for something more substantial? Make a beeline for Chez Pierre (397 Virginia St., Crystal Lake, 815-356-1776) for hearty fare, including pork chops, steaks and even wild game (bear leg has been known to show up on the menu).

Ice cream cravings can be satisfied at Julie Ann's Frozen Custard (48 N. Northwest Highway, 815-459-9171, www.julieanns.com), which serves hamburgers, croissant sandwiches and French bread pizzas in addition to frozen custard.

Slurp oysters while listening to jazz at Porter's Oyster Bar & Night Club (446 Virginia St., Crystal Lake, 815-477-0340, http://www.portersoysterbar.com), which features fresh gastropods and live music after 9:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Recommended Action: It's not clear whether the paper selected these establishments independently or if the restaurants are actively seeking Gay Games business. So why not call and ask if these business owners are supportive of the Gaymes and wanted to be associated with the event? Let us know...