This spot is really close to Au Cheval, so I'm sure they get a ton of business as a result. That's what drew us in here for a drink. I really liked the vibe of the place, it's nice and open and there is a full wrap around bar for people to sit. It has a retro feel that adds to the ambiance. They have a great list of beers on tap to choose from. The bartenders were available at call but unobtrusive. It was busy but didn't feel overly crowded. The only thing I didn't appreciate was the bathroom being down in the basement - seemed creepy to be down there alone but guess what - I survived. Bathroom is clean and all good, just in an odd spot. Definitely stop over here if you're in the area! read more

Lone Wolf you knew what you were doing didn't you? Situated conveniently next to Au Cheval, I often wonder what percentage of their clientele is playing the waiting game until their number is called to embark on the deliciousness that is next door. I know this because the only times I've been to Lone Wolf is when I am waiting for my table. Regardless, it's a cool upscale hipster-type joint that offers a variety of libations, Three Floyd's drafts, additional beer options, and a small snack menu. It's no frills and moderately priced. If you are lucky enough to snag a big comfy booth you could sit all night and people watch. Aside from Haymarket it's really the only other bar on Randolph as everything else is mainly restaurants. In short, it's a good little spot to grab a drink before/after dinner. We will definitely be back:) read more

Lone Wolf - Old Fashioned - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

There are not that many seats but the service was fastand the place was relatively clean. They offer complimentary water when you walk in so that was nice. Just your typical bar... except they dont have pickleback shots if you are a fan of those. read more

Lone Wolf - Bar area - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This may be one of the greatest bars in Chicago. We popped in here last Saturday, and it was annoyingly crowded. Crowded is not usually bad, but just not in the mood for that sort of thing on that night. Next day, we found ourselves in the area again, and popped in! Much nicer scene. Mostly empty, but maybe a half dozen people scattered around the bar, the after brunch crowd. Perfect. We were lured in by some Belgian beers on the chalkboard outside. Luckily, this bar also features the world's most awesome bartender. First, tall, blonde good looks and extremely friendly personality. Second: mad bartending skills! And generous samples of interesting booze! Great beer list. Beer snobs can be happy here. My new favorite cocktail: the Modern Shrubbery. It's got champagne vinegar in it! I'd go back here again and again, it's a fantastic time. read more

I've been here twice - once, in November 2014 for a drink or two between dinner & an event and again in February 2015, this past weekend. First time? Overpriced, overhipster, and overpretentious. Second time? overpriced, overhipster, and ..... ok. November? The fellow clientele was great - but no one seemed to be a "regular." IT was packed, but no one was pushy or rude. That's probably why the bartenders were so cranky and rude, no one was wearing plaid & dirty knit caps. It took a LONG time to get any service, and when it was happened upon, we were treated as though I had done him a disservice for ordering a drink. Whatever. Drinks tasted good, though. Fast forward to this past weekend - mid-day on a Sunday, while waiting for our table at Little Goat. We all ordered drinks (I was not drinking, #TurnDOWNforFebruary - a month sans booze) but I did order a pineapple & Sprite and the bartender was kind and didn't laugh or give me mess about it. However, when friends were ordering "real" drinks and trying to pay (some cash, some plastic) he insisted on putting in on one bill, then splitting later - seriously, now? JUST DO IT NOW. It is NOT any easier later. We weren't running a tab, and no one drinking a $7 beer wants to pay part of someone else's $12 bloody mary. Get with it, sir. I'd stop in again, if convenient and I needed a rest stop, but I won't plan an outing. read more

I came here with a group of six people and was warmly welcomed by some comfortable, group friendly booths. The dim lighting sets a swanky mood, but the laidback atmosphere also says divey. This is a true Chicago Tavern. Unique craft cocktails (~$13) and spectacular West Loop service. "Mark Your Territory", Lone Wolf! read more

A dive in West Loop? Def wasn't expecting that. Interesting little place with your standard greasy bar food type of menu. Went after work for happy hour and it was crowded, but managed to get a seat at the bar. Bartenders were nice, but service was a bit lacking as it took about 10 mins to get served. I had a mezcal margarita and it was just mediocre. Decent place to go if you want a drink under $10. Otherwise, I don't see this place being able to compete or keep up with the plethora of other great west loop restaurants! read more

Lone Wolf - Mezcal margarita (neat) - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I stopped in this bar as my 1st two options were so packed and I was starving. I was carded at the door, which was interesting. And then pulled up a seat at the bar. The bartender did NOT seem excited to be there at all and that it pained him to speak. As a matter of fact, he didn't speak. He just handed me a faintly printed menu with just a few hotdogs and mostly drinks. Ugh. Because I was starving, I opted for the first dog on the menu - with mushrooms and mustard. He took my order and then expected payment at that moment. Interesting. I wasn't expecting that, but paid my tab and then waited for my dog so. Could finish it and get the heck out of dodge. The dog was ok. And I did as I promised. Left. I won't be back. Boo on the Lone Wolf. read more

Was here last thursday. It was packed to the gills with a rough and tumble crowd that would best be described as guys with six nose rings and the women that love them meets gandolf Lord of The Rings meets people dressed for a roaring twenties party. i did not stay that long since it was too crowded but 5 months ago i had some nice drinks here a few months ago read more

I've been here several times, being that it is my "neighborhood bar". I feel torn to give this bar four stars but my wallet explicitly asked me to say three ... The cocktails here are a little pricey but they do pack a punch. I have always found the bar to be very charming, I like the open space and I definitely enjoy the dark, romantic, even mysterious ambiance. I've had several good experiences with the wait staff, very friendly and they seem to know what's on their menu. They have additional women's restrooms on the basement floor which is a WIN in my book. read more

Lone Wolf - Pretty cool little bar - nice place to hang while you wait for your table - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We popped in for an after-dinner drink and I'm so glad we did! This place is solid if you're looking for a casual spot for some drinks and maybe some snacks. A friend of mine had the grilled cheese with french fries which looked ok. Maybe a little undercooked IMO but he wasn't looking for fancy. We had just eaten at Bad Hunter so we went right for the brown liquors. They have Eagle Rare so that's a huge plus. They were also playing great retro music like Steely Dan. I can see that it may get a little crazy later in the night especially if it's the weekend. But if you need a pop-in spot on Randolph check this place out. read more

Popped in for a drink in between reservations on NYE and this place was pretty wide open, which was actually pretty nice as we were able to easily grab a table and have a relaxed time. Pretty casual spot and they don't have waitresses as table so you need to order at the bar. I went with the Lone Wolf old fashioned. It was a pretty good drink, but a bit on the pricier side than is typical at 15 bucks. All the other drinks had fun names as well and would be good to go back and try more. They also have a nice beer list. All in all, a nice casual option on Randolph to stop in for a drink or two of while you are waiting for your table. read more

Lone Wolf - Lone Wolf old fashioned - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We popped into Lone Wolf with the objective many others had: kill time before our reservation next door (which we ended up cancelling). I really wish I were in the mood for beer because this place has LOTS of great options. I ordered a glass of cab from the limited wine list. It was fine and I'm pretty sure I was the only one drinking wine in the entire place. It's a great spot for drinks and a snack, but I've also heard their food is awesome. The staff was attentive and very kind on a crowded Friday night. I really don't have anything negative to say about Lone Wolf, but nothing jumped out to me as incredible. I might stop in if I'm back in the neighborhood, but I likely won't make the special trip just to try it again. read more

We stopped in here during our wait for Au Cheval and it was just fine! We got out drinks as we sat at the bar and chatted for a while. The bartenders weren't super attentive or personable which is always a bit of a bummer to me, but oh well! I had to use the restroom and was shocked to see that the mens was on the main floor but you had to head to the basement to use the womens. Seemed like an odd choice and kind of gross to me. The bathroom itself was fine but I would have prefered to not head to a mostly unfinished basement. Super average bar for the area it is in but nothing major to complain about! read more

Been to Lone Wolf several times for after work drinks and i really enjoy it. it's got all the goodness of a dive bar - dark, plenty of seats, conversational level of noise, plenty of booze - without all of the downside - no sour beer smell. Great ambiance for just chilling with some drinks. Been here with several large group and never had any of the service issues others have mentioned. I also like the large room with very limited windows - it ain't about the street scene even though it is on Randolph Street. Many folks have mentioned the outstanding beer selection and the Sgrippinos, but neither is quite my scene. However, no one has yet mentioned my absolute favorite - The Seven Sisters. This is a down and dirty bitter herbal affair. It's awesome. I'm a big Fernet fan and the treatment here in a cocktail with Amaro and Chartreusse gets you a cool, refreshing drink that is bitter and tasty. You want a rum and coke? This ain't your drink. If you are a Fernet fan you really ought to try this. I've not found many Fernet based cocktails that i like - normally I just drink it straight. Go for the Seven Sisters, stay for the ambiance (which is on the tolerable side of hipster). read more

My friends and I made our way over to Lone Wolf Friday after work. You can tell this is the local watering hole for a lot of folks working in West Loop and for good reason! The draft list is pretty extensive, with a variety of options for all you beer connoisseurs out there. From what I could tell, cocktails were moderately priced based on the area. We managed to snag some seats at the bar, but there was a decent amount of booths scattered around. Could see this being a good spot for after-dinner drinks or even if you're trying to kill some time waiting for a table at Au Cheval. Definitely not as fancy as some of the other spots in the area, which makes this a gem in my eyes. read more

We stopped into Lone Wolf to grab some drinks while we were waiting for a table at another restaurant. I was actually surprised at how much we liked spending time here. First of all, there are many beer options. It made choosing a drink very easy. Second of all, they have perfect bar food. We ordered cheese sticks and fried pickles. The portion was huge for the price! And it was very tasty. There is more than adequate seating at the bar, and there are enough tables around that you can sit there if you want to hang out with a group. The bartenders were great and made sure to check up on us often. Lone Wolf is a very chill place to hang out and I would definitely come back for the drink options and the cheese sticks! read more

I LOVE THIS BAR !! Best hot toddies in town. Probably my life. And the corn dogs, so good. Really good. I don't know what they put in the batter but it is worth every calorie. read more

Lone Wolf is a great casual bar amidst the pricey West Loop. It's nothing fancy inside, but they have a great selection of beers on tap. During my most recent visit, they even had Three Floyds Zombie Dust on tap, which gives them extra points in my book! While some of their drinks may be average-pricey, they also have $3 Schlitz tallboys....prefect for when you've had one too many heavy beers and just want something light to sip on. It gets pretty crowded on the weekends, and you probably won't find a seat after 11PM. They play a good variety of music from alternative-pop. read more

Lone Wolf - Because Schlitz... - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Extremely good! I came with a party of four and we had such a wonderful time at this restaurant. The waitress was wonderful. We didn't have wait a long time before she came to take our orders. We also ordered drinks from the bar. The bartender mixed drinks very well not to alcohol and not to water down. The decor style and architecture of the building on the inside was cool and very hip. There was Music playing in the back ground.The music was 1960s music and very cool... I really love the vive And will come ack again... read more

We stopped at this place while waiting for a table at au cheval. Unfortunately 3 stars because I was served a drink in a cracked glass, but I did enjoy the music and atmosphere. I felt like I traveled to the past. Going to the woman's bathroom was slightly unnerving since it is located in a creepy basement; the men's bathroom is upstairs, not fair! Lol. The place was dead at 11:15am on a Saturday. Would like to check it out in the evening when it's a bit more alive. Favorite part really was the music. read more

Lone Wolf - Invisible Jet - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great little spot in the West Loop to stop for a drink. I've been here a few times and haven't been disappointed yet. The vibe is what I'd call a trendy dive bar--no real decor, just a laid back, chill, belly-up-to-the-bar kinda place. Their beer list is on point, and the bartenders are always full of recommendations--not to mention talented mixologists! I wouldn't say that Lone Wolf is necessarily a destination hangout, but it's great if you're in the area and looking for a quick drink or two! read more

Lone Wolf - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

More of a 3.5. Its a decent spot to get a drink and lively too. The crowd was lively but not really my scene. I didnt try any mixed drinks but they had a decent amount of craft on tap. I would prob say this is a good stop but not the end destination even though it ended up being mind on randolph street. They close after 2, which is great for a final beer or two though. read more

Let me start this review in hopes to intrigue the reader... I ONLY GO TO THIS BAR WITH THE INTENTION TO BLACK OUT WHILE WAITING FOR AU CHEVAL. Now that I have your attention, let us dissect. There are a handful of bars on Randolph Street that one could patronize, blackout at, and then blackout patronize all in one evening. Why Lone Wolf? Let's be real for a second and acknowledge the only reason anyone would want to go to that side of town is to eat at Au Cheval. With those being your underlying intentions, it is important to have a game plan. You could go hang out with the Frat bros and throw ice cubes at a bell at Federales or you could sit in the corner of a dark bar with either heat/AC blowing depending on the time of year and pound drinks with no regard for your liver. I'll take the latter. Hands down, the best Au Cheval pregame spot in Chicago. read more

Casual bar in West Loop, with good drinks and decent prices. Perfect for a drink after work or meeting up with friends. Low key vibe that's different than most West Loop places. Just a good, local neighborhood bar. read more

I had heard some great things about Lone Wolf before, but had never been. This held up to everything that I anticipated. Good beer choices, good hot dogs, and good cheese fries. Loved the atmosphere of the bar and all of the staff. I can't wait to come back next time! Thank you! read more

Simple and solid. Ordered some ThreeFloyds and fries. They came with some ketchup and spicy mayo type sauce. When we arrived the tunes were set to old country and when we left they'd moved on to chill rock in the vein of Nap Eyes and Psychic Ills. Super chill. It's got some great style. I highly recommend popping in while you wait the 2-5 hours for your Au Cheval table to open up haha read more

This is a great dive bar in the west loop with good food and drinks. The music was excellent. The staff was helpful and courteous. I will definitely be coming back to this bar. The pepperoni pizza was great. Zombie dust on draft is a must for the three floyd brewery enthusiasts. read more

Lone Wolf - Warpigs Salmons Pants and Zombie dust on draft. - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We came here on a casual Friday night. I was charged $80 for a tab that should have been $56 plus tax. I called them out and all of a sudden my tab was the correct amount. Would not recommend. read more

Walking down busy ass Randolph. They actually held an empty seat indoors and took us as walk ups! Amazing cocktails, even better service. Will definitely visit again. read more

Good dive bar. Decent dirty martini. Right in the thick of things. Very dark, but I'm thinking that might not be such a bad thing? Friendly bartenders who seem to know what they are doing. read more

Lone Wold is my daytime, evening, sports, and late night go to. I am so overcome with excitement that I get to call this place my neighborhood bar!!! The are a friendly and welcoming bar with well, above average beers on tap. I recently was able to help celebrate their 5 year anniversary by ordering a Three Floyd's Barrel Aged Dark Lord.....you know....just for them. Food is good too. Not pretentious and super tasty. From the bouncer to the bartender....everyone welcomes you to partake in some fun. There is something for everyone to enjoy. One last comment is they have a GREAT social media present that keeps you up to date of specials and events. So what are you waiting for???? read more

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DRINK SUGGESTION: If you like slice get the El Diablo, hands down. I was eyeing it and the bartender single recommended it. So good. Lemon and heat without super sweet. SERVICE: you will order from the bar. There are bar snacks but I wouldn't come here for dinner. Much better for after dinner drinks! read more

We met up with friends here for a few drinks and had a good time. Décor: While it isn't a HUGE place, there is plenty of room. The bar itself is HUGE (three-sided!) and there are a bunch of booths lining the walls. If you want a seat you probably have to get there pretty early, or get lucky. The crowd was pretty sizable but we were not packed in like sardines - it seemed like the doorman was doing a good job of manning just how busy it was, so that was nice. I'm not sure how I would describe the interior design... perhaps a bit hipster. But it's a cool spot. Bathroom: I used it, but I don't remember it. Let's say that's a good thing - nothing horribly memorable! Staff: Our waitress was pretty quick with the drinks and surprisingly didn't screw anything up (despite not writing anything down). The bartenders were rather quick as well, I wasn't left waiting for service for more than a minute or two. Food/Drinks: One or two people got food, I cannot remember what, and they said it was very good. We, however, just had drinks. I started with an Old Fashion (tasty, and came with one HUGE ice cube! Nice!) and then just a bourbon on the rocks (no huge cube... when I asked for one they wanted to charge me $1 for it!). Other people just had beers and wine. Value: Despite the up charge for the large ice cubes the prices are pretty decent. It's a fun place that has a fun crowd and I'd come back for a drink on a night out. read more

I went his past Saturday around 3:30pm so my friends and I had zero wait and got a spacious, comfortable booth by the bar. I ordered the fried pickles (SO yummy but a bit hard to eat since the pickles were cut into long slices) and the veggie burger they're selling on behalf of Bad Hunter which is temporarily closed. It's the BEST VEGGIE BURGER I've ever had. I'm a meat eater but this burger is so flavorful I don't feel like I'm settling for something less enjoyable than a beef burger. When I had it previously at Bad Hunter, I remember there being a larger patty and less ice burg lettuce but it was still delicious. The busser/manager? was quirky and friendly. read more

Always friendly and knowledgeable bartenders. Any time you want a cocktail (or a beer) in a relatively low key spot in the west loop, Lone Wolf is a good bet. While there my date and I tried the Dark & Stormy, Old Fashioned, and Manhattan - all great. We did not try any food so this review is only for the atmosphere, bartenders/mixologists, and cocktails. read more

Been in Lone wolf a few times for snacks and drinks and always have a good time. However, the last time we went the food was not that good. The cheese fries were not good, my buddy got the grilled cheese and he only ate half of it saying it wasn't that good. I snacked on a few fried pickles, I liked them but I love fried pickles. The drinks were good, the staff was great. We were there with a bunch of people, half of whom I did not know. What I like about this place is that it's kind of not close to a lot of bars so you don't get drunk who just stumble in. I had the old fashioned here once, it was really good but pricey. I usually just stick to beer or basic whiskey and diet. I enjoy this place, don't come here often but when I do I enjoy it. Will be back, but next time probably not ordering the food. read more

Great music, relaxed atmosphere, and enough space to stand and mingle with friends or grab a booth and relax. Interesting drink menu with special cocktails as well as 3 Floyd's Beer. They have some snacks/bar food that looked pretty good but we didn't try it. It's a fun place in a trendy neighborhood! read more

This looks like a fun place but my experience with the staff annoyed me enough that I'm not sure if I'd come back. I asked what kind of Scotch they had since I couldn't see it and then asked how much a dram of Ardbeg was - the bartender said $12-$13. About the norm for a dram at bars, so I ordered it. Since a friend was waiting outside, I grabbed our drinks while my husband paid. I was halfway done with my Scotch when my husband came out looking annoyed, saying the bartender was wrong and it was $19, said simply said sorry, and that was it. At this point I can't return it, and it was already paid for, but I feel like the decent thing to do is be like "Hey, it was $19, my bad, I'll charge you the $12/13 that I told you it was." read more

Are you kidding me. This place charged us for ice! I thought California was crazy!!! What a joke. The shame is here.