DSTRKT Bar &amp; Grill

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First one star in Chicago. We started with crab empanadas that looked like crab, tasted like fish. Not good. Donna got chicken sliders with bag fries. I got the flauta plate, In both cases they were clearly frozen items from the food service company or Sam's Club. To top off the dinner, the bill had an automatic 15% tip added. The service was fine, considering we were the only customers in the place. Don't try to sneak that shit past me. read more

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Keyonda P.

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2 months ago

So I'm was excited to come here because the reviews seemed decent. Drove to the restaurant and it looked closed. Their hours online didn't match their actual hours. I don't like that. I do want to give them another try though. read more

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Cameron C.

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Stopped in for Wing Wednesday at District Bar & Grill and it did not disappoint. I ordered the wings and fries, and they were on point--crispy, well-seasoned, and full of flavor. The fries were fresh and hit the spot too. I also tried a couple of their IPAs, and they had a nice selection. Great flavor, great pour--perfect combo with the wings. The atmosphere was chill, the staff was friendly and attentive, and the service was quick even with a good crowd. Definitely a solid spot to unwind mid-week. Highly recommend checking out Wing Wednesday if you're in the area! read more

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Vanity H.

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Came here last Thursday night to grab a quick drink as we were looking for a good place to go dance. My drink, the pomegranate one, was so tasty! Highly recommend and it's a great size. I didn't get their food but my friends were boasting about their wings which I've had and can attest they are good! Haven't been here in a while but I'd def come back. read more

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Jahnik D.

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Stopped in DSTRKT for Cinco de mayo! I saw that they had specials that day. I didn't realize that their Cinco special was also their regular Tuesday special. We had visited last yr for a bar crawl but dont recall being able to try the food due to the wait. However I was happy to be able to come back & finally give it a try. I typically only eat authentic Mexican steak tacos. And these were really good! The margaritas were also really good. Some of the best I've had in a while. I'm usually picky with margs b/c ppl will add too much sweet or sour. These had a perfect blend and almost taste like they used fresh ingredients! I'll be back again for taco Tuesday as well as wing Wednesday! I hope the wings live up to the hype & are as good as the tacos! Another point to add. There was only 1 server which I was concerned about b/c they were full, but the guy held his weight & we were serviced pretty quick., to my surprise. I didnt catch his name but we came in between 8p-9p. read more

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Ken W.

Thank you so much for coming back and giving us another shot—we’re so…

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Wesley T.

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Good vibes. But they don't charge prices in the menu. Charger me $60 for 6 beers listed at $7 sin the menu

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Rochelle W.

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I thought people were getting some type of incentive to say that the wings were "fall off the bone" - but they actually were. LOL Pretty good for $20 bottomless! And they have Sir David whiskey! read more

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Ken W.

Haha—we love this! Glad the wings lived up to the hype, and shoutout…

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Leslie B.

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Went there for "Wing Wednesday" They have all you can eat wings for $20 abs all I can say is DELICIOUS!!!!! Meat fell right off the bone! They had an abundance of flavors to choose from and you didn't have to stick with just one. When we got there we had to wait about 25-30 min because it was so crowded. The nice part about waiting is that was a little spot in the basement where there are chairs and a bartender to hold you over. We ordered fries which was also delicious although a little too expensive in my opinion. Staff were really nice and servers were quick with the refills of everything. Definitely a great experience read more

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Ken W.

Thank you so much for the awesome review! We’re thrilled you loved…

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Holly G.

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their wings are sooo good and our server norma was so sweet!!! will definitely be back!

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Mayte J.

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Jordan Jordan Jordan! Great server ! Was a very busy night but he made sure he attended to us. Thank you ! read more

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Jane P.

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Great palomas and juicy little empanadas. My friends loved their snacks too. Good vibes, nice server. No complaints.

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Ken W.

That's fantastic! We're so glad you enjoyed our palomas, empanadas,…

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Sherry J.

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2.5/5 stars. And that's bc my nachos and the wings were good. The tables were really close to each other and we could barely scoot out without hitting another party. The menu and receipt do have different prices. I read that on here beforehand so I'm not surprised. Definitely price discrepancies. The price for credit/debit is different from cash. Don't like that at all. I asked the waitress what It was about and she acted confused like she's didn't know anything about it. I won't be back. read more

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Ken W.

Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. We're glad that…

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Roderick I.

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5 months ago

The wings were some of the best wings I've had! Super tender and all the sauces were good!

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Stephanie L.

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5 months ago

I was surprised to see an automatic gratuity added to a tab for three people while sitting at the bar.

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Gaby G.

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Food was amazing Dj Env had me dancing in my seat . Great service . Freddy the bartender was fast with service and very attentive. Great Vibes read more

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Brandon C.

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Looking for a cool place in Chicago for food & drinks! I would say we got a 2-for-1! They had food & a great bar atmosphere upstairs & the down stairs a more dance club esc vibes. That was perfect because we didn't have to leave to search for anything else! I got the slimy garlic parm wings - they were cool not fried as hard as i generally would like them but I also didn't request that upon ordering. I also got the shrimp & French fries platter - the shrimp was actually fried a little too hard for me but good enough to eat. I got a rum mixed speciality cocktail which tasted like kool-aid & didn't seem very strong at all. The food is decent - their service was nice - the atmosphere was GREAT! read more

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Ken W.

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Katie G.

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I've been here multiple times and never had an issue until this week. I went out to eat with two friends and we got our checks split, my total was $38 but when the waitress comes back after swiping my card the receipt says $45 now - I asked why and she said gratuity was already added but yet gratuity wasn't added to either of my friends bill without their consent just mine? The waitress says since the tip was already added in, I don't have to add anything else so I let it be. HOWEVER, I check my back account a few days after and now that charge is $52 meaning more tip was added on AGAIN WITHOUT MY CONSENT. I have called the restaurant multiple times to discuss this and they do not answer and after going down the reviews, I can see this is issue has happened a few times at this restaurant. read more

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danielle l.

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norma was amazing!!! she was very attentive and never left our drinks empty. she was way better than jimmy jordan and sarah. ask to be in her section and no one elses. the vibe in here is cool. edm music and party lights! read more

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Ken W.

Thank you so much for the love for Norma—she’s truly a standout!…

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Ashley T.

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Good drinks that were not too expensive. Bathroom needs a lil work but overall good atmosphere. Our waitress Norma was real nice and kept checking on our group. read more

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Ken W.

Thank you for the honest feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the drinks…

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Nasya B.

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Wings 100/10!! they were literally falling off the bone! Our server Jimmy was 1000/10! he was funny and polite. he made GREAT suggestions! I will be back. read more

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Ken W.

Thank you so much! We love hearing the wings were a hit and that…

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Alexis L.

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This is the place to be for a good vibe and good food. I heard 2000's, R&B, old school soul and new hip hop all pairs with fast service & fresh hot food! Me and my friends got the lemon pepper wings, we rated them 5/10 ask for extra seasoning (we like ours drenched!), hot honey wings, we rated them a 8.5/10. I also tried out the chicken quesadillas & I would rate them a 9/10 for them being very full and cheesy. I also liked the green sauce, flavorful but not overly spicy. When you go ask for Jimmy! He gave us really great service and perfect recommendations for all our pairings. Tell him what you might like and he will have all be good parings for you! My friends & I really enjoyed myself here & for sure will be back to try more wing flavors. Thanks Jimmy! read more

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Ken W.

Thank you so much for the detailed and awesome review! We're all…

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Brennen E.

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We went for the AYCE wings on Wednesday, had a good time, flavors were good and different. Chicken was very tender, maybe boiled then flash fried. The server was nice and accommodating, patient. read more

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Ken W.

Thanks for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the wings and…

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Rick D.

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DSTRKT is always my Wings to go place in Chicago... service is perfect and the ambiance is always chill ... DSTRKT is perfect for any occasion !! read more

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Ken W.

We're honored that DSTRKT is your go-to wings spot in Chicago! We're…

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Steve A.

0.4 mi•Wicker Park, West Town

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Check it out: another Wicker Park hipster spot with good drinks and okay food. DSTRKT is like a Mexican-American hipster bar and grill. It has some pretty decent prices, making it actually not that bad so I can't hate this place a lot. Gets busy so it may take a long time before orders arrive or anyone even says anything. The drinks are the best thing, and even the food isn't that bad honestly. After the last time here my opinion of it improved, and we actually had good service as well as drinks and food. It was lightly busy on a weeknight, but we didn't wait for long. There were quite a few specials. On both drinks and food. We each got a Margarita. It was $5 and was bigger than we thought it would be. They probably used cheap liquors. Even so, it was hard to tell though, so good job. Of course we also had to get the food special. It was a Taco Dinner. It was $10 for three small tacos. There was the choice of chicken, steak, or black beans and vegetables. My friend got the chicken. We got the vegetarian ones, and were pleased. Even though these were small, they were bigger than many of these mini tacos you find around here. They also were packed full of beans, lettuce, and pico de gallo, some good shit. Go here on a weekday to get better prices on drinks and food. It's also open on weekends for a club atmosphere where it's much busier and service is slower. Those wanting to actually get food should come on weekdays. read more

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Ken W.

Love the 'Mexican-American hipster bar and grill' description – we…

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J'mal R.

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1 year ago

I LOVE this bar. The food is always amazing, the vibe is cool, and Deema is probably the best bartender/hostess I've ever had.

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Ken W.

We're thrilled you love our bar and that you appreciate the food,…

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Shannon T.

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Great drinks and nice atmosphere! Service is as prompt and friendly. Bartender was a great camera man! He was for our shenanigans! read more

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Ken W.

Thank you for the fun and upbeat review! We're so glad you enjoyed…

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Francesca D.

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Our server, Jada is great-ah! The wings do in fact fall of the bone like everyone has said, the flavors are sooo delicious!!! Buffalo, passion fruit buffalo and garlic Parmesan are amazing. They told us 1 hour wait and it was no more than 30 minutes! read more

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Ken W.

hank you so much for the awesome review—and we love the Jada shoutout…

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Alicia J.

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The food was great as always but its 93 degrees in Chicago and they have the windows open during the $20 bottomless wings. Too hot to enjoyed read more

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Milton V.

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Fredy was amazing food was awesome service was great and the ambiance was lovely and can't wait to return with NY friends

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Ken W.

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Obed O.

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Their honey bbq wing are amazing. Their wings are truly fall off the bone and makes them so easy to eat and enjoy. Their sauce is great.

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Ken W.

We're thrilled you love our honey BBQ wings! We take pride in making…

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Jalen E.

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10 months ago

Food was great service was amazing Freddy makes the best margs we'll definitely be back.

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Freddy was excellent. Loved him. Patient and very welcoming. Will definitely be visiting again. Food and ambiance great.

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Lorraine C.

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10 months ago

The wings are FALL OFF THE BONE DELICIOUS!!! The fries are crispy and seasoned; and the music is great...

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The staff here absolutely ruined my experience with ever going out to bars in Wicker. Treated me terribly when I had a complaint and I will never be returning. I loved the bartender at the front bar but the security guards and manager quite literally are horrible people. Disgusting and sad the way men think they can treat women... what a shame of a place read more

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Sheilisa D.

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If you love wings and good music this is the place for you. I want to start by saying these wings get 1st place. They were so juicy, tender and falling off the bone. The mango habanero ‍ The service was fast and drinks were decent. They have an upstairs that's set up more dine friendly and a basement level that's for dancing. We went up and down back and forth to catch the vibes from the different DJ's. I will definitely return to this place. I had a blast. 4 stars because it could've been cleaner. read more

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Dwayne E.

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Food was great service was horrible had a fly in my drink bartender didn't want to remake service was terrible as well

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Monica R.

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1 year ago

Jimmy was a great waiter very attentive. ! The wings were delish. Recommend and would come back.

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Ken W.

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Shagari M.

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Food and service was great, Thanks to the owner Frank for going to get avocado for us so we can have guacamole. Also our sever Jimmy was nice and fast. read more

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1540 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Wicker Park, West Town
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(773) 993-1078
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Hours

What time does DSTRKT Bar & Grill open?

DSTRKT Bar & Grill opens at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.DSTRKT Bar & Grill opens at 3:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does DSTRKT Bar & Grill close?

DSTRKT Bar & Grill closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.DSTRKT Bar & Grill closes at 3:00 AM (Next day) on Saturday.

Mon-Fri 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Sat 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM (Next day)Sun 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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Does DSTRKT Bar & Grill take Bitcoin?

No, DSTRKT Bar & Grill does not take Bitcoin.

Does DSTRKT Bar & Grill take credit cards?

Yes, DSTRKT Bar & Grill takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does DSTRKT Bar & Grill have catering options?

Yes, DSTRKT Bar & Grill does have catering options.

Does DSTRKT Bar & Grill have a happy hour?

Yes, DSTRKT Bar & Grill has a happy hour.

Does DSTRKT Bar & Grill serve alcohol?

Yes, DSTRKT Bar & Grill serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does DSTRKT Bar & Grill allow dogs?

No, DSTRKT Bar & Grill does not allow dogs.

Does DSTRKT Bar & Grill have TVs?

Yes, DSTRKT Bar & Grill has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does DSTRKT Bar & Grill have bike parking?

No, DSTRKT Bar & Grill does not have bike parking.

Does DSTRKT Bar & Grill have parking?

Yes, DSTRKT Bar & Grill has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is DSTRKT Bar & Grill wheelchair accessible?

Yes, DSTRKT Bar & Grill is wheelchair accessible.

Does DSTRKT Bar & Grill allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, DSTRKT Bar & Grill allows outdoor smoking.

Does DSTRKT Bar & Grill have free WiFi?

Yes, DSTRKT Bar & Grill has free WiFi.

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DSTRKT is located just off the famous 6 corners intersection in the vibrant Bucktown/Wicker Park area. Between the amazing food, a robust cocktail list and a laid-back café vibe, we will make you feel at home from the moment you walk through the doors. Come alone or with a group of friends; there will always be a seat waiting for you at the DSTRKT

History

Established in 2019.

DSTRKT is the best sports bar and restaurant in Wicker Park/Bucktown. Great food, great people with an amazing atmosphere full of good vibes. DSTRKT is located just off the famous 6 corners intersection in the vibrant Bucktown/Wicker Park area. Between the amazing food, a robust cocktail list and a laid-back café vibe, we will make you feel at home from the moment you walk through the doors. Come alone or with a group of friends; there will always be a seat waiting for you at the DSTRKT. From watching the big game to catching a hilarious stand-up set to breaking it down on the dance floor, your fun starts and ends with DSTRKT. Make sure you follow us on social media, so you always know the daily specials and featured events! We look forward to seeing you soon!

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4.6(167 reviews)

Really loved this little bar! Great food! We didn't realize we were there for Happy Hour or we…read morewould've honestly ordered way more. I loved the cider I ordered and I would go back just for that. We loved the other people we talked to there. The ambiance was incredible. The only outlier was the bartender seemed to be having an off night, she just wasn't super attentive with guests. But it wasn't so terrible that it tainted an otherwise great experience. I would definitely return to this place!

We stopped in for a night cap and a snack on a Friday evening! We sat at the bar and I liked how…read morebig and comfy the chairs are. We also had front row seats to watch March madness, and more importantly the beer filling mechanism that fills glasses from the bottom! Kinda fun to watch. The bar also has purse hooks, which I am always grateful for. The food came out pretty quickly and was super fresh and delicious. The bartender was sooo sweet, very attentive and quick, and made sure my soda was always topped off. I loved the vibe and the moody lighting! The menu is definitely River North prices -- nothing terribly surprising bht on par for the neighborhood. At the time of our visit, cocktails were $15+ and the fry basket was $10. Again, not terrible but definitely paying to be in River North. If you're in the neighborhood, definitely worth it!

Blackened Fresh Florida Grouper Sandwich

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Babe's Sports Bar

4.3(12 reviews)

1.5 mi•Logan Square

Really good vibes and they play all the games you could possibly want. The food was great and the…read morestaff were the best?

Incredible top tier drinks & ambiance. Warm inviting service & vibes. Rugby & a magarita with tajin…read moreon the rim was perfect! I was sad when last call came....thats how you know it was great

Babe's Sports Bar storefront, green awning and "A New Kind of Sports Bar" on our windows so you know you're in the right spot.

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Stocks and Blondes

3.3(333 reviews)

2.8 mi•The Loop

excellent service, considering there seemed to be one person serving all the tables. prompt refills…read morewhen asked. prices are what I would expect. a little loud, but that's OK

A small, dive-style bar with a lot of personality. Just had a beer, but the experience was spot on…read moreengaging staff who were happy to chat and share local tips, and regulars who were friendly and easy to talk to. Unpretentious, welcoming, and exactly what you want from a great neighborhood dive.

0.9 mi•West Town, Humboldt Park

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Boulevard Sports Lounge

3.9(126 reviews)

I am extremely disappointed with my recent experience here. My son went in to pick up an order and…read morewas immediately met with a rude and unprofessional attitude from the bartender--the only person up front besides the cook. I could even hear the disrespectful tone over the phone, which was upsetting enough that I went in myself to confirm the order and pick it up. When I asked to speak with a manager or owner, I was told the cook in the back was the owner. I explained that employees in the service industry should treat all customers with professionalism and respect, especially paying ones. The way the bartender spoke to my son was completely unacceptable. To make matters worse, the food was awful. The burger was not made as ordered, the fries were soggy, the Brussels sprouts were burnt beyond eating, and the brisket was soggy and flavorless. This was one of the worst dinners we've had and a total waste of money. Between the poor customer service and the terrible food quality, I will not be returning--and I feel others should know what kind of experience they may face here.

Great place to watch a game, shoot some pool, and have a beer. Wings were a little dry, maybe it's…read morecause the cook was on the phone the entire time she was cooking. But the good outweighed the bad here. The Bartender was super nice.

Impossible Burger w/ Hand Cut Fries

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Sweetwater Tavern And Grille

I hadn't been to Sweetwater in quite some time but decided to stop in before seeing Gary Owen at…read morethe Chicago Theatre. We arrived about an hour before the show and were seated promptly. We had a reservation too. though. The restaurant was crowded, but our server greeted us fairly quickly. He was affable, attentive, and efficient. The menu isn't as expansive as in years past, so I just opted for the burger with fries. It was better than I anticipated. It was tender and flavorful. The fries were good too. My brother had the bang bang shrimp which he really enjoyed as well. I had a piece of shrimp but I didn't care for the sauce that was poured over it. The shrimp itself tasted fine. We had drinks as well, but I can't recall exactly what my brother ended up getting. He asked our waiter to surprise him. He didn't like his drink, so we traded. I ordered the spicy margarita but didn't care for it. The atmosphere was lively, but it still felt cozy. Turns out Sweetwater is still a solid place to have a drink, catch a game, or enjoy dinner.

On a long weekend for St. Patrick's Day amidst a crazy busy crowd - I'd argue this was our best…read moremeal of the four days we spent in the Windy City. All three of our crew loved their dishes - including a few specific to St. Pats (the Irish Mac and cheese). I, of course, had the cajun chicken linguini. It really hit the spot after not having pasta since home. Not overly spicy - but the sriracha cream sauce caught my attention right away - great flavor! There was a large volume of peppers and onions and a smaller amount of chicken - but overall it balanced well. Check out Sweetwater if you are in town!