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    Davern's Tavern & Lounge

    4.3 (48 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    DJ
    Live music
    Moderate noise
    Casual

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    J P P.

    A perfect example of a shit hole bar with cheap drinks and a clientele that keeps you guessing. This is truly a busy dive bar. This is a far cry from a "Sports Bar"... thank God! However, you can always catch a "Black Hawk" game in progress with an occasional complimentary self-serve sandwich offered on "authentic" south-side rye bread. Think about that!

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    2 years ago

    The drinks are great, bartenders are friendly and accommodating. It's a pleasant group of people in there. Plenty of parking.

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    Joe D.

    Thank you very much!

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    2 years ago

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    3 years ago

    Our favorite friendly neighborhood bar. Really nice bar help and owners. They are supporters of many community organizations.

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    Joe D.

    Thank you so much for the very kind words!

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    Joe D.

    Thank you so much for the kind words, hope your show was great!

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    6 years ago

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    Thank you so much for the kind review!

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    4 years ago

    Great hidden gem on the south side. The owners are awesome the venue is great. Great bands, friendly people and great bands. Also bags!

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    Thanks for visiting and for the kind review!

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    7 years ago

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    Thank you for visiting and for the positive review!

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    Thank YOU for visiting and for the kind review.

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    Thank you for the kind review! We very much appreciate your business.

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    8 years ago

    We loved this bar! Nice, friendly atmosphere. Good bar food and all the sports you could want to watch. (Just ask, they'll put it on.)

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    7 years ago

    Awesome spot, cheap drinks, great specials. Best pregame spot for soccer stadium without a doubt if you like dive bars!

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    Thank you for the positive review!

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    Thank you so much for the kinds words and review!

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    Thank you for your business and the kind review!

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    13 years ago

    Awesome place to watch the games or just to chill out. Everyone is so sweet & friendly! Always something going on at Davern's!

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    Best place ever....had a ball...look at the website for all that goes on...definitely check it out....

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