Great neighborhood bar Cool outdoor patio…read moreWant to go during the day Moscow mules were top notch

This place is still great after so many years of visiting. We went on an early Friday evening and…read morewhile the bar/patio wasn't packed, there was still a great atmosphere and people starting to show-up as we were leaving. What prompted me to update this review is there Happy Hour specials. While most are during the week, it was nice to get some affordable options on a Friday evening, including later into the night (I believe it goes till 8pm). We got the pretzel, which as soft, fluffy and not overly salted. We also enjoyed wings that were under $10 (which is now rare in the city). Lastly, and while not a HH special, the Hoosier Burger still ranks as a great sleeper burger. Thick smoky bacon and a well cooked patty. I still love the seasoned fries too!

Stopped in for a drink before dinner. Friendly owner, Chris, explained the origin of the name (his…read moregrandmother), and let us know they've only been opened about 6 weeks. Clean and well-organized place with about 8 TV's and bar and table seating. Drinks were great and the wine list is very good. Mid-priced and higher end wines. My Favorite Neighbor is the upper end Cab at $25 a glass. It's excellent. Didn't eat, but food menu looked good. Seemed like an earnest guy trying to bring a good experience into the neighborhood!

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!

They have a great HH that unfortunately they were not doing on Friday afternoon when we stopped by…read moredue to pride fest that weekend (unfortunate timing I suppose). Good drink options and lots of TVs. Got the Schubert burger with sweet potato fries. The sweet potato fries were really good. The burger was pretty good too but I think I'll try a different one next time.

Discovered Rocks in Lakeview for the first time this weekend and had a great experience. The bar…read morehas a lively, welcoming vibe with plenty of seating, whether you're flying solo, with a date, or in a bigger group, there's space for everyone with dozens of tables and a solid bar setup. I stuck with Guinness all night, and each pour was spot-on. I also grabbed the Rocks Burger to go and it was fantastic. Easily one of the biggest burgers I've had for the price, seriously, it was the size of my head. Juicy, flavorful, and totally hit the spot. The staff was super chill and friendly, which made the place even more enjoyable. Whether you're looking for a casual night out, some solid food, or a great spot to catch a game, Rocks is definitely worth coming back to. I'll be returning for sure.

I really enjoyed my evening here! Really chill vibes and attentive service. Thank you to Emil for…read moretaking such great care of my table. A cool sports bar where you can stay awhile and enjoy the viewing. They have a rooftop dining area too. It was a hot night so I didn't go up there but next time I definitely will. Inside has great air conditioning so it was a relief to come inside. The bar has an unassuming vibe with plastic water cups, plastic silverware, and disposable plates. The food is excellent!!!! We started with fried pickles and they were so good! The chips and salsa were pretty good too. I loved my southwest salad! Everything was so fresh and tasty. You can add a protein so I added their black bean burger and it was delicious! The chipotle ranch dressing was perfect. My friends enjoyed their chicken arugula salad too. Fantastic cocktails! My friends loved their extra dirty martinis. I had the Japanese Slipper cocktail and I really loved it and would order it again. I appreciate that they give you a pitcher with water for your table. They don't have a happy hour but they have some fun daily specials. I was there on a Friday and they had a $5 Pilsner and $10 pizzas. I think this will be such a fun place to watch sports with friends. The red line is close by. I was down the street for an event and I'm really glad we stumbled upon this place. Such a wonderful surprise!

We were in the area and popped in. It was a Saturday night so very busy. We snagged the last…read moretable. It seems like a neighborhood place. The bar was full of people in some places double stacked so hard to navigate. We ordered the basics for a late night drinking session. It was average for bar food. Wings and mozzarella sticks. The sticks were okay and came hot. Wings were good, grilled and fried. Definitely not a date place but if you are out just for drinks with friends it's a good option.

This was my first time back here in 9 years! I'm pretty sure at least. We came for Tuesday Bingo…read moreand the food specials ($6 Modelo, $10 Taco Tuesday of the day). We do not live in the area but our 3rd party does. WE arrived at 6:30 for 7pm Bingo on a nice summer evening (it turned very rainy later but that's another story). So apparently downstairs is open windows (I went in November, windows closed) and it was a little humid, but upstairs was blasting cold! It was not the best first impression, as we made an Open Table reservation and were placed near the RESTROOMS, at the end of the bar on the first floor. We haggled and asked for another table. They gave us a table, with a booth, upstairs. It was cold but at least we got good views of sports and the Bingo board. Good idea to do a board, as sometimes people can't hear the bingo caller. Our waitress (Sophie?) was friendly and attentive. The food was very good, and the Bingo people were friendly and funny AF! The bathroom was cramped but clean. I'd go back on a 'regular' night, or to watch college football.

The chicken Caesar sandwich was transcendent. I was not the same man walking out of that bar that I…read morewas walking in. I will come back just for that sandwich. (Would've added a picture, but I went deletion mode on it)

Shakers...you're a good time! I came here on a bar crawl and this was our last stop. Came for the…read moremarini's, stayed for the karaoke. We were having so much fun we didn't want to leave! The vibes are just so good and so was the crowd. The staff is awesome and makes a great martini! They have over a dozen different types of martinis to choose from, but went with a classic vodka. Maybe on my next visit I'll branch out a little bit. If you're on the hunt for a fun, low pressure neighborhood spot (thats open late!) this is it.

Stumbled in here for my first non alcohol drink . Richard the bartender was super sweet and kind …read more He helped me find a non alcohol cocktail I liked and there was a stand up comedian here.

Came in early for a week day happy hour, definitely recomend! Happy hour deals included Three…read moredollar draft beer, discounts on cocktails, and half price appetizers. Great place for junk food! Had the nachos made with waffle fries and they were swimming in bacho cheese. Very empty because I basically came right when they opened, would definitely go back if there was a game I wanted to see.

Trivia on Thursday night was fun. I like that it was not crazy competitive and that we actually got…read morepaper to look at instead of just up on a screen. But don't,get me wrong, if you are there to watch sports; they have a TV for you. I swear there had to be at least 35 screens in that place with that many different games on. A sports viewer's dream. The cheeseburger was yummy and any place that has tots gets a thumbs up in my book!

Friar Tuck is the definition of a classic neighborhood tavern. Cheap drinks, friendly bartenders,…read moreold-school Chicago energy, and the kind of place where it feels like everyone knows each other. Nothing about this spot feels forced or trendy, which is exactly why we liked it. Strong pours, laid back atmosphere, and a solid mix of regulars and people just looking for a real dive bar experience. This is the type of bar you stop into for one drink and somehow end up staying all night. If you're looking for a true no-frills Chicago dive with character, Friar Tuck delivers. Dive Bar Boyz Score: 9.3/10

This is an haunt, and my latest visit was part of the I Love Dive Bars bar crawl for the Lakeview…read moreEast Chamber of Commerce. The bar is in the center of the space with seating all around it (with other tables to the side - and a fireplace too). Fun atmosphere - divey but warm if that makes sense! Service was ok. Drinks were a little light in the liquor/coke ratio.