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    Nick's Beer Garden

    3.2 (253 reviews)
    ModerateBeer Gardens
    Open 4:00 pm - 4:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Steve A.

    Beer and nothing but beer, and liquor, but mostly beer. It's the bar open the latest in Wicker Park, so the late night yuppies have somewhere to go. If you like harder to find beers, or just beer in general, this is worth a visit. Also, if you like loudly cackling wannabe professional working women, that helps. There's also a cool garden in the back that's even better if not too many people are back there. After coming here a few times, I feel the best thing about it is that it's open later than everything around it. It makes a good nightcap. That's not to say it's not good for an afternoon visit. It has a lot of the big company beers. Then there's the many crafts, including many that are local. A few formerly common beers from the past are here. It's about $4 a pint. They have Schlitz. For real. It's the good version. Also they have lots of specials not only on beer but for cocktails. They have these on shots including Jameson. Better eat before going. It doesn't have any food, but maybe you can bring some in. They also have events including some live music.

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    Rhonda F.

    My friend invited me out to Nick's Beer Garden to listen to Gerald McClendon rock the room. I haven't been to a corner bar type place in ages so I wasn't expecting much. I was so impressed when I arrived. This small pub had obviously been recently updated and it looks fantastic. With a pineapple theme, the whimsy is real. It sets the stage for a fun relaxed evening. Dark and vintage, but super clean and fresh, I found Nick's to be very stylish and comfortable. The small stage is set up at the front. It offers great sight lines and welcomes everyone that enters. I literally saw people out on the sidewalk dancing to the incredible show that Gerald McClendon offered. We loved the show which makes me think Nick's hires some great bands. I will definitely be back if this same band plays again. My friend and I enjoyed a couple of beers that were served ice cold. The bartenders were efficient but not overly friendly. That's ok, we still had a great time. Bus and train stops are nearby which is great since parking is very limited.

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    Gurleen K.

    Super fun bar with a great selection of beers and live music! The crowd is pretty chill which is nice so it's not always too loud or hectic. Overall a really cool place to check out!

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    Katia S.

    Great place with rotating beer selection - attentive staff and great bartenders, you won't be left without a drink in your hand. Or two. Bonus - get the 312 Shandy while it lasts

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    Simon J.

    Went during a Saturday around 1:45pm during 75 degree weather. So it was nice out. Crowd street area but this place was a nice day drinking vibe area. They do not have food (or at least not that I know of) they however have a snack drawer probably for emergencies! GREAT bartender. She made one mistake but recovered very well. Friendly and outgoing. We got lucky, there weren't idiots or obnoxious people in the environment. The security guard kind of approaches you aggressively before you can enter about seeing ID but he was just doing his job! I don't do the club scenery so I would do this again! Bought 2 IPAs, a Hard cider & Strawberry Guava for $26 total to give you a price range.

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    Fucking bullshit bar. I'm sitting @ the bar for more then 30 min and NO ONE CAME TO TAKE MY ODER. Most ridiculous bar in chicago.

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    Nagdev A.

    From the outside, doesn't look much but when we walked it it was surprising to see how big this place was. Drinks are super cheap here and they have drink deals everyday. This place was very lively as well. Staff was super busy getting drinks for everyone and very accomudating. Im taking out 1 star is because walking into the restroom is kind of wierd and they have only 2 stalls so, can expect to wait in long lines.

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    It is one of the many bars In wicker park but what sets it apart is the liveusic on Saturdays at 10 PM. The band was cool, but hard to understand. Overall a nice bar to get some drinks and get ready for a next spot int he city. Love the paintings in the bar. Also had a pool area where you can play pool and enjoy music and a loud atmosphere

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    DJ on Fridays sucks. Music sucks and he won't play requests keep sucking homeboy your out is lame af too btw capt.plays trash music

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    Love this spot! Great garden area, friendly staff, very reasonable prices. Definitely add this spot as part of your weekend bar crawl!

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