Avenue Tavern
2916 N. Broadway, 773-975-7000.
“This is a great place to grab drinks before hitting the clubs or just relaxing after work. Staff is always very nice, including the bartenders. It’s easy to get a drink and a seat even when it is crowded. A nice change of pace from the usual.”
— K. Branden
“For bar food, the menu was very good. The bartender was very friendly and my group had a good time.”
— H.P.
Joe’s Bar
940 W. Weed St. 312-337-3486.
“I went in there this weekend, right before football, and found 40 new TVs. Everything from 40-inch plasmas to 40-inch flat screens all over the place. And get this: a big screen as soon as you walk in. Just in time for kick-off!”
— Chris J.
“To all University of Illinois alumni and fans: There is no better place in the city to watch Illini basketball or football with other die-hard fans. It gets louder every time I’m there. Just get there early (two hours is usually a safe window if you actually want to sit down for the game).”
— C.I.
Belly’s Bar and Grill
3210 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-525-3632.
“My new favorite place! Great crowd, drinks and service. This bar has it all.”
— Chris R.
Hi-Tops
3551 N. Sheffield Ave. 773-348-0009.
“This bar has the NCAA, NHL, NBA and NFL packages. I need not go anywhere else but the VIP room upstairs to enjoy a beer, good food and the sporting event of my choice. Last week, during “Monday Night Football,” a very cute bartender introduced me to the NTN QB game that you can play along with the game. Good times for sure.”
— Rick G.
“As far as sports bars/clubs go, Hi-Tops is a totally fun place. The waitresses and bartenders are really fun, and for a bar, the food is good. There are great specials. Good crowd, too. I recommend it!”
— Natalie A.
