I was going to give Easy Bar 1 star but when I got I was so tired. I had been at MayFest all day drinking, dancing, eating and standing for 7 hours. Further, the birthday girl I went to meet up with was not feeling well so the vibe was blah. When I walked in, the design was nothing special at first. Pool table, long bar on the left side, bar tables and stools on the right side. Once you pass the bar there, is a lounge-ish area in the back which differentiates itself from other typical bars. It was dark and crowded and the people there weren't very friendly - in the sense that when I was looking for my friends, they would let me walk by. I found my friends and the bartender was very nice and recommended the portabella fries. They are sliced, breaded, fried and delicious. But sadly I wish I had some Imodium on me. read more

That quote gets me every time "I'm allergic to crab not lobster..wtf" Hahaha, that's priceless... I love this place. Really comfortable and the staff is witty and fun. It is very clean. I guess if I had to pick one thing about it I would say I really love that damn pool table. read more

I just made my first trip to Easy Bar this last weekend, and I will definitely be coming back. I dropped by on Friday night for a friend's birthday party, and was surprised at how busy the bar managed to be while still allowing plenty of room for movement. I was told that this bar was run by people formerly associated with Estelle's in Wicker Park, and you can see that influence in a good way. Easy Bar is a little nicer and cleaner than Estelle's, but still has a bit of that rock and roll attitude, as well as a killer juke box. Now down to the serious stuff. Drink prices were average, and the bartenders are some of the friendliest that I have come across. The wide open spaces and trendy looking black leather couches allow you to dance your ass off and then have a place to retreat to for rest and a couple drinks. The bathrooms were clean and the air in the bar was well circulated. Perhaps the most noticible difference between Estelle's and Easy Bar, besides the size, is the smokiness, or lack there of, at Easy Bar. With flaps from the ceiling keeping the air moving and lots of ceiling fans it was nearly impossible to find a cloud of smoke, and there were plenty of people smoking. There really isn't anything bad I can say about this bar. I'm already looking forward to my next birthday, because I'm planning it out here. read more

Awesome for Tuesday nights - $2 drafts! Including Three Floyd's Gumball Head! Very chill bar, music sounded just like my Kings of Leon Pandora station. Went with a few friends and had a great time. We stayed towards the front of the bar (literally, right next to the door), but the back "loungy" area looked cool, fireplace included! Definitely plan to go back for another laid back night! read more

Wowzers... Plenty of bars on Division in UKV/Wicker have their shit together, so to speak - B&L, B&B, 5050, neighbor Division Ale House, hell, even Fatpour. Rightly so - you kind of have to in order to stay in the bar business these days. This is certainly not one of those joints. I don't know if all the bartenders were cumulatively having off nights, but the service (or lack thereof) my friends and I received was atrocious! We came here after the Mayweather fight a few weekends ago, because it seemed to be the only joint that had a good vibe but wasn't too crowded. I could not have been more wrong! We started at the back bar - the bartender seemed to blatantly avoid taking our beer order, serving every other party that walked up to that bar, even after we had arrived. So we said fuck it, we'll head to the more crowded main bar... This too, went to no avail, as the bartender there was too busy chatting with her barback/co-worker to take care of the three pending orders at the bar. Perhaps our outfits for the evening weren't "hip" enough? In essence, my two buddies and I spent a waste of a half hour in this mediocre establishment without being served drinks, despite it not being all that crowded at all. With all the other amazing options in this neighborhood, I highly doubt I'll be returning. read more

We were there early, for an after-work type thing. I really like the decor ... warm dark red walls, the cool fan things, the fireplace in the back. Most folks I was with were drinking beers, and it seemed like the prices were reasonable; I had a top shelf mixed drink and it was not extortionate, and strong enough. The back room has a nice L shaped couch...which means large parties will fit but are all facing outward. Oh well, a small quibble. My other small quibble was that sound seemed to be extreme: either totally silent, or really almost too loud to hear conversation once the jukebox kicked in. The selections were good though. I don't know if I will make a special trip to go back, but we had a fine time. read more

So much fun here last night!! Fun, chill vibes. Awesome music selection and great drinks :) will return!!

I first stopped in at Easy Bar not long after they opened. Having been at this spot before when it was Bar Thirteen I was interested to see what was done with it. I can't say I was overly impressed. They kept the useless fans on the ceiling, I've never liked them- they don't really do anything. But I'm guessing they were probably expensive so why rip them out? The tables off to the side are lit by these giant hanging lights. The shades on these lights are so obtrusive, I feel like I'm talking in a cone. They're just terrible. I also didn't care for the black and red paint scheme. It reminds me of every bar I've ever been inside in San Francisco. Other than that, the room is okay, pool table, couple flat screen tv's. They have a really good jukebox, anyone who puts the Cramps in a jukebox is okay in my book. The staff all seemed really friendly and attentive. One night I was there the bartender threw a 20 in the jukebox and then asked my friend and I to pick songs to play. That kind of thing goes a long way in my book and brings me back to a bar. The drink prices were on par with other bars, not cheap but not crazy expensive. Weekends here get pretty crowded but Monday through Thursday it's usually pretty easy to find a seat. Bottom line- this is a solid and decent bar but nothing real special. It's the kind of place I'll meet a blind date so if things don't go well and she really likes the bar, I won't feel bad not coming back for awhile. read more

This place is great on a Tuesday, when all of their drafts are half off. I mean, I can't complain much about getting a Two Hearted or Left Hand Milk Stout for three dollars each. The vibe is much swankier than Estelle's (both are owned by the same people and have the same cheap Tuesday deal) and it definitely smells better. AND there's a fireplace in the back. Ooh la la. But yeah, I would only come here on a Tuesday for the cheap beers. It's not really my scene otherwise. read more

While it isn't quite as bad as Boundary and Tavern, it isn't really that much better. Given, I was there on a Saturday night so maybe the weeknights are a little better? It was too dark in the back and the drinks were meh and the music was meh meh. Unimpressed. Oh, except for the fans. Those were cool. However, if you are looking for a very white, kind of frat-y place, this is the place to be. And ladies, open the bathroom door carefully. Very poor design. read more

I love Easy Bar. It is currently one of my favorite bars. I love the atmosphere and the crowd there. It all varies so much. However the best part about Easy Bar is the music selection. Their jukebox is absolutely amazing. If you randomly think of a song it will most likely be available to play! Also the owners and the bartenders are wonderful. They are attentive and nice and have no attitude. Great place for any occasion! oh - they also have great party packages read more

I don't really know what's going on at this place. I just come here for the lamps. The fuckin crazy huge domes that hang down from the ceiling, blocking your view of the person adjacent. For some reason, sitting in that incredibly dark back room reminded me of the muppet babies. On someone's birthday, I pretended to be a snake on the couch. read more

I knew it would only be a matter of time before this place was discovered by the masses, the prices would increase, and it would decrease in coolness. Easy Bar is still fine. I was just there on Saturday, so clearly, I'm cool with it...but I'm bummed because you used to be able to get a basic cocktail there for only about $4 (which is cheap for the 'hood), but now, a Jack and Coke is up to $6. I get that they're simply utilizing a business strategy, but I'm still disappointed. read more

I am only writing about Tuesdays. Any draught is two dollars. I could stop writing now and the review could be considered complete. The music is spot on i.e. not a lot of Journey but not a lot of Mega Death either. The bartenders are fast and upbeat. The atmosphere is dark and intimate. You don't have to yell to talk. You're never so crowded that you can't move. Just don't bet on pool because your going to get smoked. read more

We had just had a beer over at Nick's nearby and were looking for a more lounge-y place that had some kind of cocktail, a semi-quiet environment and no cover charge. Looking for something so specific seemed impossible not doing our research beforehand, but Easy Bar was actually exactly what we were looking for. It's classy without snobbery, hip without being exclusive and a little pricey but you get what you pay for: a quality drink in a great atmosphere. The inside is kind of narrow, but it goes back pretty far and we found ourselves in the very back of the place in the lounge area, which was a great spot where we could hear ourselves and each other talk. The décor is very dark, clean, and really sweet. We each ordered one of Easy Bar's craft cocktails; I had the Paper Plane, and my friends had Western Sours. At $10 each, these cocktails were definitely not cheap, but my god they were delicious and unbelievably fresh tasting. Perfectly mixed so that it was strong, but yet pleasurable and easy to drink, I could down a bunch of Paper Planes without hesitation. We tried each other's drinks and while I did also enjoy the Western Sour, I preferred my Paper Plane. Both were really fantastic cocktails. Bartender was also pretty cool. A surprisingly good experience at Easy Bar, I'll for sure be back. read more

The result of entry into this establishment comes from being at Division Fest, so I think that means I was here by default. When you go in it looks like it's a narrow bar, but it opens up more in the back area. It's kind of darkly lit as well. It has a lounge feel to it, but the music didn't really stand out. It doesn't have much else for ambiance, and makes it just another bar. It was just okay, and I don't feel drawn to anything here. read more

I originally set out to go to Jerry's, but it was really packed, so my friend and I just walked down two doors to Easy Bar. I wish I hadn't done that. We walked in and there was only one employee and if we wanted to sit outside we basically had to be our own server. Does that mean I can tip myself? I went for lunch and there is a VERY limited menu. When I say limited I mean there's only four-or-so options. What's worse is nothing on the limited menu is very special (burger, chicken sandwich, veggie burger, cheeseburger). Yeah, I could've gone to any fast food restaurant and had more options! I'm just really disappointed with this place. read more

Never had a bad time here. It's just a solid low-key bar that pours a strong drink and has some good beer on tap. What I like about this place is that it doesn't give in to the over the top TCFS scene like most hipster bars in the area, it's just chill... Enjoy Suckas'!!! read more

Walked in After Wicker Part Fest! I was pleasantly surprised they had Daisy Cutter On draft. Pool Table and An area to have a private party. The music was awesome, Motown jazzy house. I loved it. Casual Fun and low key. The staff was very friendly. read more

Tuesdays they have $2 all pints. Beautiful. Sundays (last time I was there) the bartender was a snood. Not beautiful. Greasy burgers and bar food decently priced. Beautiful. Well, looks like it's two beautifuls over one not beautiful. If that one bartender leaves, then you get five stars. Good place to start out at if you are heading over the the six corners or pre-gaming in the 'hood to go out for a long Saturday night. I am not a fan of it on the weekends late night, the crowd isn't as homey and it gets pretty packed. read more

Cabbed all the way from Near North Side to this place but was not overly impressed. it was smokey and crowded. It was weird positioning that they have a pool table in the front -- if they didn't have the table i think it would actually make for a decent bar. The deco was ok; couldn't really see too much through the smoke. They do have a nice outdoor area which is probably great in the summer. Overall, it was ok, i would stop in if i were in the area, but not make a special trip out. read more

I went for Happy Hour on Friday night with a friend/co-worker. I'm not a bar type of girl, so I was shocked by the nice calming ambiance. The portobello mushroom fries, very tasty, but there were umm...only 7 in the basket?? Nevertheless very good. I had woodchuck cidar, and it was soooo freakin' good! The fact that I can consume a draft like that and not even notice it was beer made my night. I would say I'd return some other Happy Hour. My only dislike about the entire place was it being too dim. I got very sleepy after a while. Also it was a little chilly in there and I'm not so sure about the huge leaves from the ceiling, cool effect, but unnecessary. read more

Love this little dive!!! This place is very much along the lines of Liar's Club and Delilah's. Super dark and loud and FUN! This is in our neighborhood so we pop in and out quite frequently at all different times. Sometimes the place is so packed you can't move and other times it is nice and chill and you can sit at the bar without being bumped. The staff is always super friendly and the people are typically chill. We were there one night when a pub crawl event of sorts came in...those people were a little d-baggy, but for the most part, it's a very chill crowd. Would highly suggest this place anyone living or hanging out in the neighborhood. read more

I have been here on two occasions, and both times I thought it was alright. The first time it was completely packed and I kept getting shoved between the small area between the bar and the tables behind it as people walked from the front of the bar to the back. The second time I went a little bit earlier so there was plenty of room to sit in the lounge area and chat. In general a pretty laid back crowd. read more

Just so happened to end our night here at "easy bar". Why its called easy I don't know, but around 2am it was one of the only spots sill popping. This place reminds me of some Rush and Division spots I used to visit back in the day like "Legroom." Because it seems to be where all the drunk people come to meet up when everything else closes, like a after hours spot if there is such a thing in this area. Where you grab a drink at last call and continue the party. If you are at that state you will appreciate this place, I sure did! read more

Tuesdays they have $2 all pints. Beautiful. Sundays (last time I was there) the bartender was a snood. Not beautiful. Greasy burgers and bar food decently priced. Beautiful. Well, looks like it's two beautifuls over one not beautiful. If that one bartender leaves, then you get five stars. Good place to start out at if you are heading over the the six corners or pre-gaming in the 'hood to go out for a long Saturday night. I am not a fan of it on the weekends late night, the crowd isn't as homey and it gets pretty packed. read more

really like easy bar...it's very well named, because it's always a very chill, not forced at all, just e-e-easy vibe... LOVE the cool motorized fans overhead...reminds me of this sick coffeeshop in amsterdam... peeps seem cool and not too trixie/hipster/douchy...back room is a sweet place for one of those all-you-can-drink for a yellow neon $30 wristband gigs... read more

My boyfriend and I did a bar crawl yesterday, and this was our favorite stop. From the outside, it just looks like a generic bar, but the inside has great vibes. It seems small at first, but it goes back pretty far, and there is another bar in the back. The bartenders were friendly, and the drinks were strong.(Moscow mules are $5 on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.) Make sure to notice the textured velvet walls and artsy ceiling fans. read more

Great happy hour specials and one of the girl bartenders is a hoot. She always makes verrrrry strong drinks. 10/10 highly recommend

The beer was tasty, the crowd was decent and the music was good. Went to this bar after dinner with a friend recently after first stopping at Moonshine. Definitely a better crowd and seemed more laid back to me. As for the d-bags...I didn't personally run into any. I think after many years of late night drinking in the Wrigleyville/Southport Corridor, I feel it doesn't get much worse than that. read more

Easy Bar is one of the few respites from the many themed bars with highfalutin aspirations in the area. Drinks are simple and good. The bartenders are attentive but not annoying. Other patrons seem alright. It's lively enough to have good vibes and disappear, but hardly ever crowded enough to feel cramped. To top it off, there are only 2 TVs, and they usually play some great movie or another. This place is cool. read more

My fiance threw me a birthday party here and it was AWESOME! The back room was perfectly set up, they were so accommodating with letting us come in early to decorate, bring any food we wanted, and the bartender was so chill. She really rocked the show and even made me a specialty birthday drink that I ended up drinking all evening and some of my guests did too! My guests were a little reluctant to make the trip out to wicker park, but once we got there every single one of them said it was worth the trip, and one of the best bars they've gone to. Awesome prices and selection, classy atmosphere, we closed the bar down and will be coming back! read more

I have been to Easy Bar twice one really late night and the other around 11ish. Both times I have had a blast! The bar is smaller and more narrow than most and the front bar is almost always packed but keep walking back and you'll reach a more spacious area. With VIP style couches (that you don't have to pay to sit on) and a second bar. The prices here are pretty standard for Wicker Park. They play awesome music! Both times I have been there they have played 90's pop ,hip hop, and R&B! My favorite part about this place is how accommodating the bartenders are. I asked for a shot that the bartender did not know how to make and instead of making a big fuss about it she said let me just look it up and made it perfectly! Wish I would have gotten her name! I'll be back for some late night old school jamming! read more

I love Easy Bar during Bears games. There are only two TVs so you can't get distracted by any other crappy games. The crowd is downright riotous. Definitely super pumped Bear fans. Kill half time with some pool. Then it is back to the game. Drinks can add up, but if you tip nice, the bartenders don't forget. Sunday night, Easy bar has DJs that play almost anything except crap. I could spend all day there. Too bad I work on Mondays. read more

Threw a surprise party for a couple of close friends this past Saturday night at Easy. It was great! Nice atmosphere, cheap drinks, good music. Really a relaxing but fun night. I would recommend Easy for both a good hangout on the weekend or after work and for a big event. The staff was super great and responsive. Can't say enough good things about it. read more

Dear Easy, I've been seeing you for a year now, but I fear it's time we say goodbye. This relationship is not a healthy one. Two dollars for everything on tap... it took me a long time to figure out your game and now that I have, I don't like it. I've made too many bad decisions seeing you on Tuesdays. Like remember that time we hung all night pounding away the two dollar special and then we thought it'd be a good idea to go to a strip club at 2am on a Tuesday night? And then in a drunken stupor, I laughed hysterically at the stripper's face as she was giving me a lap dance. I blame you for that! I won't be held accountable my actions. Not when you're the enabler. Don't judge me. Don't roll your eyes at me. Don't walk away. Hey! I said I was leaving you. Don't leave me. I love you. I'll always love you. Love always, J read more

This review will be simple and sweet, just like Easy Bar. Great place to hang out with a couple friends with out music pounding in your ear. Great specials during the week and the bartenders have always been friendly. read more

Great atmosphere. I'm not really in Wicker Park much so I don't think I'll be back anytime soon... but this bar had a great aura about it. The only thing I really disliked was how the music they were playing jumped so far back and forth. It went from Johnny Cash to some kind of crap in about .5 seconds. read more

Not the best; not the worst. Just meh. Very loud music. Not super busy which was good considering it's a smaller place. Would recommend other places before this one. They do have good happy hour options. read more

Been going there for years...however, if you aren't besties with the bouncer...there might be sensitive souls (aka Mark) who might ruin your ability to be a human. I will never forget my restraint, even if someone tells lies about me it pretty much puts them on the radar to vouch for their beliefs and eat a fucking fist for telling lies...(deleted rest of post) read more