I finally crossed another item off my model railroad bucket list: I made it to Zientek's Model Trains (and formerly tavern) in Chicago. If you are looking for an old-time model train store with lots of stock and hard-to-find items--and lots of things called "kits,"--Zientek's is the place for you.
I posted some information and photos on my blog at http://cprailmmsub.blogspot.ca/2014/05/zienteks-model-trains-and-formerly.html
John Longhurst, Winnipeg
Great! I'll have a double GG-1 with ice and tonic, with peanuts on the side.
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Here there be cats. LIONS with CAMERAS
Sounds like a neat place, I enjoyed reading about it on your blog. I am hoping to get to Chicago sometime this year so hopefully I can check this place out myself. Cash only - I love these kind of places. Thanks.
Cool place, thanks for the report. I get into Chicago on ocassion, so will try to look them up if I'm anywhere near next time I go.
Mike Lehman
Urbana, IL
I understand the Tavern is no longer in use, so why are those stools still next to the counter? Look like a great trip hazard.
...and also great for sitting on and talking trains on a kitchen pass away from the wife!
Looks like a nice place to visit!
Cedarwoodron