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Recent Reviews & Recommendations by Small Barrels Magazine

The Albert – Chicago, IL
We recently dined at The Albert, a lively, contemporary restaurant and bar located on the […]

Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House – Vancouver, BC
We dined early at the popular Joe Fortes Seafood and Chop House in downtown Vancouver, […]


Black + Blue – Vancouver, BC
We kicked off the first night of our recent, relatively short three-night stay in Vancouver […]
Hotel EMC2 – Chicago, IL
Chicago’s Hotel EMC2 is a boutique hotel in Marriott’s highly creative line of Autograph Collection of properties. This collection is all about creating thematic statements that capture something important about the vibe or sensibility of a location. In this spirit, Hotel EMC2’s theme combines science and art, with a nod to Chicago’s blend of […]
Shuckers Oyster Bar – Seattle, WA
Oysters Galore at Shuckers Oyster Bar in Seattle, Washington Shuckers Oyster Bar is located in the Fairmont Olympic Hotel in downtown Seattle. Its oak paneling and old-world decor evoke the romance of its history, tracing back to the 1930’s where it was once a men’s clothing store. With many tables arranged throughout the restaurant in […]