Hidden Gem of a Dive Bar. If you're looking for an alternative to Maria's in Bridgeport, just to…read moremix it up, this place is perfect. Also a fantastic place to bar hop. Cash only. Mildly sticky floors (But in the good dive bar sort of way), overpopulated wall decorations, and friendly looking bar people who've been curating the classic rock playlist since before George Bush ran for president.

Upon initial arrival, I'm not gonna lie - I was a little hesitant. Dive bars are my thing, but this…read moreone reminded me of one of those hillbilly country bars with sparse options in liquor and potentially boring vibes. One other bar patron was in. No music was playing. However...within five minutes, I could already tell I was going to like it here. Steve, who I later found out was the owner, was very hospitable & friendly, turning on music, catering to my silly request to see the stop light colors change, etc. Eventually, more people started arriving at the bar, including live music. Everything fell into place. It became a really great experience, where people were all friendly and welcoming. Bathroom was clean. Bar was clean. ATM works perfectly (it's a cash only bar). I love good bars and "good vibes" (and hate the phrase good vibes but whatever it works here ) and if the shoe fits, hey, enjoy it while you can! Oh and disclaimer - nothing wrong with a hillbilly bar, I tend to meet the best people at these hole in the wall establishments who've, ya know, actually lived their lives and have rich stories to share If I'm back in Chicago, this'll be a place I'll try to visit again. If you're local, better check it out. I'm an expert, trust me

I was surprised w their sub-4 rating... our experience was simply fantastic w delish burger & fries…read more(see pic) and a PBR Tall Boy! The burger was a perfect med rare w crispy fries (as requested) plus it was nicely/appetizingly presented. I don't remember our server's name but he was top notch! I'm bummed for others & their less than ideal experience. I can only highly recommend them based upon my personal experience. It's a burger & beer, minimal downside! :-) Sincerely, Patrick Shaughnessy Chicago, IL

The burgers here are truly some of the best in the city. Don't hesitate to stop by, enjoy their…read moredelicious food, and unwind with drinks at the bar. If you love to sing, they also host karaoke, which adds a fun touch to your visit. The staff consistently provides attentive and caring service, making every experience welcoming.

I'm back to update my previous review. I finally got the chance to come back to The Wild Hare for…read morethe full dine-in and live music experience. I'm really glad I did. Our server was quick and pleasant. He was refilling and offering new drinks before we even knew we needed them. I'm not even sure I really considered the menu because I really came to retry the oxtail and rice & peas. I was not disappointed, and there was nothing but tailbones left on my plate. Ambiance is fun at The Wild Hare. The live music in the back room int he evenings are definitely where it's at. I would recommend checking out the event calendar on their website to help pick which day you may want to come. My only complaint is that I really wish the DJ played more reggae in the restaurant. I expected to have a full reggae night, but all the way up until the live band, it was mostly hip hop and R&B with the occasional reggae throwback. Give us more; we came for the reggae vibes!

Came here on a Sunday after. They had drink specials available. We were able to find parking right…read moreout front. On this occasion there were drink specials. Grabbed $7 margarita (special) which was tasty. For food my husband and I shared the full lb of rib tips and fries. We thought they were tasty. We met up with some friends celebrating a March birth (Aries). The bar crowd was friendly...everyone just enjoying the music and each other. Bathrooms were big and never had an issue getting a stall. Security present and overall just a fun experience. Would love to come back when they have a live band playing.

Hi: I was just at this bar about ten minutes I'm confused at the interaction that happened…read moreOn Friday at around 12:50 pm. Me and my boyfriend walked in and my boyfriend knows one of the bartenders who name is "Vicky" we politely asked "Is Vicky here" she then proceeded to replied to my boyfriend with a negative attitude ... "do I look like fucking Vicky?" I'm confused of the response she accused of being intoxicated Of course people go to a bar and especially a local bar to have a drink or two on a Friday night and I believe it's normal for someone to ask for a familiar bartender I believe this was very unprofessional from the woman who was there she then said something about a "cop" perhaps he was off duty which then kicked us out ? You can look through your cameras and we look So confused at the behavior this woman gave us ...I will take further action and report this as well. As a local bar that has been going on for years and years. This is mistreating which is really weird... So weird. Very racial if you asked me ... Coming from a family own Business bar which that's what it looks it. I would like a reply I am not looking for anything else but a simple explanation what really made this bartender think that was okay? thank you for reading and thank you for your time. If not reply is given to me within 24 hours I will report this... because this was unaceptable the bartender who didn't even attend us this Friday night made me feel unsafe . Due to the circumstances how things are now in 2025 this seemed more racial than anything .... Very unprofessional... Disgusting behavior ... we're all human for goodness sake. Didn't expect ever to be treated this way.

I've never felt so mistreated at a bar. I came in and simply asked a familiar bartender for help,…read moreand instead of being treated with basic respect, I was kicked out. There was no valid reason for this, and the way it was handled was humiliating and completely unprofessional. As a paying customer, I expect to feel safe and welcome, not disrespected and pushed out without cause. The staff's behavior showed a serious lack of professionalism and courtesy. This experience has left a very negative impression, and I will not be returning. I would strongly caution others about coming here if you expect fair treatment and basic respect.

Local watering hole for the natives. Caught my attention as I passed by, after 10pm, very busy…read moreplace. Just a regular local spot , busy and vibrant. Poker games. Pool tables. Simple drinks. Good prices , $6 high noon. Everyone looked to be enjoying themselves and isn't that what it's about? Go out, relax, no one bother you and just enjoy the moments. Located in a busy area on Ogden Ave, north side of the street, East of Harlem Avenue. I stopped by the Mr Sub down the block before coming in . There are a lot of restaurants and shops in the area as well as beautiful homes. Chill place this one is

I walked over in the morning on June 20 2026 with $500.00 cash to play slots and drink a few beers…read more The girl behind the counter was very rude and grumpy and would not let me in because i did not have I.D. i said "i come here all the time, it's usually a short mexican girl who is really nice and that i always tip" the reason i did not have my license is because i've never been carded there before and i'm 48 years old, also, i was walking and not driving because i was being responsible since i was going to drink a few beers. Meanwhile they have a parking lot and are serving people who are drinking and driving. Ridiculaus. YOU JUST LOST A REGULAR CUSTOMER.

The Cove is your friendly neighborhood dive bar. If you are looking for a place to meet new and…read moreinteresting people, grab a drink after a long workday, or hang with friends on the weekend, then this is your place. I love it here because you can get a super-boozy Old Fashioned for only $10. You will also get friendly bartenders who actually enjoy meeting patrons and making conversation with them. I like grabbing a seat right at the bar (when there is a seat available because it is typically crowded) because that is where you can meet the most interesting characters. This is not the place to come if you are looking for drinks with frills. This also is not the place where you can get some nosh with your liquor, but I have seen folks order and bring in food. There's not live music (i.e.: a DJ), but there is a paid jukebox in the back. #ImNotAFoodie #ImJustAGirlWhoLovesFoodAndDrink #YelpEliteSquad

The cove is a great little dive bar in the Hyde park neighborhood. A wide range of patrons from…read morelocals to UChicago students you will see in here. A laid back bar with friendly staff with great service. The drinks are mixed well and you can typically find a seat in the bar pretty easily.

My bff's and I came here for a birthday party on a Saturday afternoon. Delicious and strong drinks…read more Ample street parking. Friendly and fast bartenders.

If you want to get drunk and listen to old school music, this is where you need to go. If you are a…read morepretty lady, be prepared to get hit on by someone's grandad who's newly divorced. It's all fun.

It's been over 10 years since I've been here, so I was really excited to be back and see what…read morechanged and what stayed the same. Overall, it's a pretty good place to go bowling. They charge by time instead of game, which I can't really decide if I prefer or not. They charge $1 per minute, so it's $60 for an hour. With just two people, we got through like 3.5 games, which I think is pretty decent. The pins do kinda take a lot of time to reset. I like that on the screen they have how fast your ball went, which pins you knocked down, and how many. They also have the timer up on the screen, so you never have to guess how much time you have left. It was a very intimate and cute atmosphere. Didn't get to try the food, but their menu looked really good! My only gripe would be for the staff to be a bit more attentive/readily available. The bumpers were still up on our lane, we wanted them down, and we couldn't find the guy who helped set us up until like 35 minutes into the game. Very kind staff, though!

Son's friends mom takes kids here to bowl (not at night) and mom and dad can enjoy a drink before…read morepicking up :) My son always has a good experience. They have a decent seating area. They can accommodate a small birthday party. Friendly staff. Kid friendly obviously.