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    The Hurley Tap

    4.2 (28 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    THE HURLEY TAP ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Maureen M.

    We had the apple crumble taquitos for an appetizer bc we're grownups (online menu flavor is peach cobbler). The menfolk both had a cheesesteak Philly, my friend had brisket nachos, I had the chimichurri steak. Service was great too! I don't think you can go wrong with any selection.

    Nachos
    Katie N.

    I loved this spot! My sister and I took the Metra down to Clybourn and this was one of the places recommended to us to try. We ended up staying longer than expected and even stopped back in before heading home! We got there around 1:30 on a Saturday afternoon and it was pretty busy, but we got a table. They had a few specials going but I am in love with topo Chico seltzers in a bottle, so that's what I was drinking. We ordered the loaded nachos which were huge and delicious. The bathroom is a single stall but was very clean. Overall, very cozy sports bar! Would definitely go back.

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    Barry H.

    I truly love this place the staff is so attentive and the food is beyond amazing they are now open for lunch and have expanded their menu. Holy smokes have you tried these buffalo wings with a side of cheese fries yes simple, good and amazing.

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    Laura R.

    Came in to watch Super Bowl and the service was amazing! Tons and tons of TV's everywhere you look and the food was out of this world! The wings were so good we ordered an extra 2 orders, the nachos! Wow! Every piece was perfect, incredibly smothered in deliciousness. Thank you for making our night not only fun, it definitely satisfied that craving for the perfect Super Bowl food.

    Son of Juice
    Michelle W.

    Truly a hidden gem! Stopped in for a quick lunch after a Costco run and we were here for about 4 hours because we were having a blast. Right as we walked in we were greeted by the bartender, Sara, and she is fantastic! We sat at the bar and it was a happy accident we showed up in time for happy hour (weeks days 3-6p) and we're filled in on the details they have $3 tacos, $5 drafts, $7 margaritas. Sara recommended the pork tacos and the did not disappoint. The pork tacos were jam packed and DELICIOUS. (2 each were just enough) and some of the queso and chips. These are some of the best chip I've had in... maybe ever. They are seasoned perfectly with a seasoning mix and salt and they are sturdy. The crunch is out of this world good. When you think of restaurant tortilla chips - this is what I envision. They have some great locals on tap so I started off with a Son of Juice then headed on to their margarita. Very tasty! Will 1000% be back for this exact order, but I might have to throw in some fried pickles - saw someone else order them and they looked amazing.

    Nachos (with chicken)
    Tracy L.

    So glad they took over the space of Cortland's Garage! It's a nice addition to the neighborhood, and it has quickly become our easy "go-to" spot for drinks and apps. Above average bar food- even something as simple as chicken tenders + fries were perfectly prepared. We haven't tried their signature meats and tacos, but we will soon! The staff is friendly, and we always enjoy the conversations.

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    Fun staff! Feels like the neighborhood bar where you would want to hang out after work most days.

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    My first time coming, I felt rushed and very uncomfortable and this was a date night we only got a beer and left

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    8 months ago

    Gina and Sara are the best. Never felt more welcome at a bar in my life. Please give them all your money, they deserve it

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    Great drinks and burgers! Enjoyed the fried pickles, the portion was amazing. Also the quesadilla is very solid as well.

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    Fantastic new bar/restaurant in Bucktown, right off the Clybourn metra.

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    Excellent bar. It's about time a good hoosiers bar opens up on this street. Great location,…read moreambiance, music, service, and drinks. There is an upstairs area that's a little more loungier whereas the downstairs can get more rowdy on game day. We came during the championship game, and this was the perfect spot to be. We came early to be able to snag some bar seats upstairs and enjoy multiple drinks and food. Drinks are great - some cocktails and beers are only offered downstairs. Food was a mix: Chimichurri cauliflower: smaller portion than I expected, nothing special I'd skip this dish. Ceasar salad: dressing is very heavy on the anchovy paste, otherwise good portion and veggies. Loaded fries: huge portion with lots of great toppings, though I wish their fries were more 'fry' like versus potato skin-like. Chicken tenders: I got this with sweet potato fries, and they were way too salty. The chicken tenders were 4 skimpy pieces of chicken, and I was charged for extra dipping sauces and ketchup. The spicy mango habanero and buffalo are good - skip the garlic parmesan. I will most definitely be back for the vibes, drinks, and service. I'm hoping the food is just working on some kinks and will get better the next time!

    This sports bar has good food, excellent service, and is reasonably priced. We came here to watch…read morethe NFL playoffs. Every seat in the house has a good view of a widescreen TV with the game on. The bar has a cozy, casual vibe. On game day it's very loud; if you plan to chat with your group you'll be shouting to be heard! I highly recommend the chicken Caesar wrap. I had low expectations since this is a sports bar but this is probably the best chicken Caesar wrap I've had in my life. In light of how good this meal was I plan to return soon and try the rest of the menu. I also had a cocktail that was tasty and cheaper than some of the drinks on offer from nearby bars ($13).

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    Caesar Salad, Chimichurri Cauliflower and BLT

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    Caesar Salad next to BLT

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    Went here to watch football playoff games and the experience was amazing. They have TVs everywhere…read moreand during commercial breaks, they pay really good, upbeat music instead of having to listen to commercials. The food and drinks were also incredible. Would highly recommend the skirt steak nachos. All kinds of beer on tap and the service was amazing. Multiple people coming to check on you, including the manager who checks in on guests as well. If you're watching a game or want a cool sports bar to go to, I would highly recommend this place.

    Our line of business hosted the holiday party here at "Theory." We had the entire second level to…read moreourselves. In additions, we had the access to the bar, appetizers, and dance floor (with music DJ'ed by one of our talented colleagues). My favorite appetizer was the miniature grilled cheese and tomato soup in a shot cup. The tomato soup was more like tomato sauce in terms of the texture. The presentation was super cute and it definitely added sophistication to this simple classic comfort food. Other appetizers that were brought to the party were sliders and boneless nuggets with various dipping sauces. The bartender who served me was nice to accommodate me with zero percent Guinness since I don't really drink. I have always been curious about this place. I would say "Theory" is a sports bar, serving the typical and creative bar food according to a plethora of pictures posted on Yelp. If I ever poke around this area with friends, I will keep this establishment in mind. Thank you for the staff members who helped make our holiday party a successful one!

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    Theory - Crab Rangoon, Mac & Cheese Pizza, Southwest Salad

    Crab Rangoon, Mac & Cheese Pizza, Southwest Salad

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    4.5(19 reviews)
    1.9 miOld Town, Near North Side

    My daughter and I went in today to try The Scout Waterhouse + Kitchen, as the bar that used to be…read morein this space was my favorite spot in the entire city of Chicago. If you've been to the old spot I'm talking about, you'll notice immediately that The Scout still has the beautiful, soaring ceilings, but they've also remodeled a chunk of the restaurant, which is great! We sat down pretty immediately at a table in the back of the restaurant - not too far from the (new) DJ booth, and our waitress was extremely kind and gave us prompt service. We were just hanging out, listening to the music, when the NFL Divisional playoff game that was on tonight came back on, and let me tell you, it was the loudest game audio I have ever heard in a bar, ever. I've been going to sports bars for most of my adult life, and I get that folks can get excited and loud and that's not what I'm talking about. The audio of just the announcers and players from the telecast were almost exceeding 100 dBA, slow, without the bar cheering. I've been an audio engineer for over 20 years, and that isn't too far off from the base level of what you'll experience at concerts at the United Center (102-110 dBA, slow). We asked twice if the zone that encompassed our area of the restaurant could be turned down - but nothing changed, so we took our food to go and left. It wasn't just "can't have a conversation" loud, it was "I can't think" loud. This place needs to do some system tuning (the example I'll give - if you go to a Yard House the environment is loud and lively but you can still hold a conversation at your table because the audio system is extremely well tuned). The food that we ate when we got home (Kids mac n cheese and buffalo wings) were exceptional, so that's why I'm not leaving a single star. I don't know if we'll be back, I was incredibly disappointed tonight.

    We are so excited The Scout is back! We loved it when it was in the South Loop and mourned when it…read moreclosed. The Scout in Old Town captures the look of the OG but in a new fresh way - perfect for present-day. We were instantly and warmly welcomed upon arrival. Lexi was our server and honestly five stars don't do her justice. She deserves 5,000 stars! The menu features some of the same menu items that were at the South Loop location along with some newbies. Lexi let us know what was what and made excellent recommendations based on our preferences. I loved my salad, and my husband loved The Wolf (said it was just like he remembered - his favorite!!!). Definitely check The Scout out - but warning, you will be spoiled by their fantastic food and service so much you will never want to go anywhere else other than there. We highly recommend!

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    The Scout - The Grilled Cheese! This is the best thing I've ever had. I got the plain one

    The Grilled Cheese! This is the best thing I've ever had. I got the plain one

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