Chicago – Around Town – Northside (part 3) – Neighborhood Bars,Restaurants

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Neighborhood Bars




  1. Schubas Tavern & Harmony Grill

    Twenty-somethings
    dress down for beer, live music, and a great restaurant that packs in
    crowds, especially on the patio during warm-weather weekends.

    • 3159 N. Southport Ave




    Decorative Brickwork at Schubas Tavern & Harmony Grill

  2. Four Farthings Tavern

    This
    casual, family-owned bar is a perfect spot to kick back with one of 18
    beers on tap, a single-malt whisky, or a glass of wine.

    • 2060 N. Cleveland Ave

  3. Bar Louie on the Park

    With
    the chain’s signature wrap-around bar and bright mosaics, this bar is a
    comfortable favorite for young professionals who appreciate the
    moderately priced drinks, plenty of tap beers, and huge sandwiches.

    • 1800 N. Lincoln Ave

  4. The Duke of Perth

    This Scottish pub hits the mark, with nearly 90 varieties of single-malt whisky and plenty of Celtic paraphernalia and music.

    • 2913 N. Clark St.

  5. Guthrie’s Tavern

    Amid chitchat and free pretzels, boisterous patrons play board games. Come early for the best choice.

    • 1300 W. Addison St.




    Guthrie’s Tavern

  6. John Barleycorn Memorial Pub

    Disguised as a laundry during Prohibition, this cozy pub has been dispensing beer and spirits for over a hundred years.

    • 658 W. Belden Ave

  7. Red Lion Pub

    British
    ex-pats hang here for a taste of home that fits the bill with plenty of
    pints from across the pond. Upstairs is an outdoor deck for
    warm-weather carousing.

    • 2446 N. Lincoln Ave

  8. Southport Lanes & Billiards

    During the day, this is a laid-back bar: at night, a rowdy young crowd covets turns at the four hand-set bowling lanes.

    • 3325 N. Southport Ave

  9. Wrightwood Tap

    The centrally positioned bar, promotes an open, Cheers-type
    feel, with conversation flowing among patrons. TVs typically air
    college sports, while dart boards provide participatory entertainment.

    • 1059 W. Wrightwood Ave

  10. The Tin Lizzie

    A
    sports bar-and-dance club, Tin Lizzie is wall-to-wall with twenty- to
    thirty somethings most weekend nights, when DJs spin a variety of tunes.

    • 2483 N. Clark St.


Unless otherwise stated, all bars and clubs are open daily and have DA. At weekends many stay open until 2/3am.

Restaurants




  1. North Pond

    This pond-side restaurant (a former skaters “warming house”) serves up American gourmet cuisine.

    • 2610 N. Cannon Dr

    • 1 773 477 5845

    • Closed Mon, lunch (except Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, & Sun)




    North Pond

  2. Ambria

    Tuxedoed staff set an elegant tone at this French special-occasion favorite.

    • 2300 N. Lincoln Park West

    • 1 773 472 5959

    • Closed lunch, Sun

  3. Charlie Trotter’s

    Light French food is artfully designed by master chef Charlie Trotter at this internationally acclaimed restaurant.

    • 816 W. Armitage Ave

    • 1 773 248 6228

    • Closed Mon & Sun, lunch

  4. Geja’s Café

    The ultimate fondue in a romantic setting. Choose cheese or hot oil, or just opt for the divine chocolate dessert fondue.

    • 340 W. Armitage Ave

    • 1 773 281 9101

    • Closed lunch

    • No DA

  5. Erwin

    Chef Erwin Drechsler offers up a “melting-pot” cuisine, complemented by a superb wine list. Sunday brunch is a real treat.

    • 2925 N. Halsted St.

    • 1 773 528 7200

    • Closed Mon, lunch (except Sun)

  6. Tarasacas

    Mexican food gets a fancy touch at this colorful restaurant. Nights get spirited as diners down huge margaritas.

    • 2585 N. Clark St.

    • 1 773 549 2595

    • Closed lunch (except Sat & Sun)

  7. Robinson’s No. 1 Ribs

    The perfect, low-key spot for getting messy with thick, saucy barbecue ribs. A back patio opens during warm weather.

    • 655 W. Armitage Ave

    • 312 337 1399

    • Closed Mon, Sat lunch

    • No DA

  8. Stanley’s Kitchen & Tap

    Comfort
    food, like macaroni cheese and apple pie, is the draw at this
    family-friendly spot. The all-you-can-eat brunch gets packed.

    • 1970 N. Lincoln Ave

    • 312 642 0007

    • Closed Mon lunch

  9. Ann Sather

    Known for its scrumptious breakfasts, this Swedish restaurant also serves lunch and dinner specialties such as meatballs.

    • 929 W. Belmont Ave

    • 1 773 348 2378

  10. Mia Francesca

    The wait for the generous portions of flavorful pastas, seafood, and chicken at this lively eatery is definitely worth it.

    • 3311 N. Clark St.

    • 1 773 281 3310

    • Closed lunch