Terrific neighborhood bar in Norwood Park with a rooftop patio open through the summer…read more I came here to catch up with a friend during the week and we took advantage of their $6 margarita special. The bar food is really good and the pricing is just right. We really enjoyed the tots, tenderloin sliders and wings. Theres a TV to watch games on the rooftop too. Service was swift and we enjoyed the casual vibe. Parking is streetside only but I didn't have trouble finding a space.

Popped in for a meal and to watch some ncaa basketball…read more Erin waited on us and was awesome I had traditional sliders and a brew Great food Great service Great price Great setting Love this place

Checked out this pretty casual looking bar. District House is one of the few in the immediate area…read moreon Higgins. It may get overlooked by some of the other places in Jefferson Park. Have to say it's not much to look at. The drinks are the main thing. Basic looking bar in a mostly residential area. It's the second home for a lot of regulars who live around here. That makes sense. Not a whole lot else is around. Of course they won't ever have to worry about parking. It's about $7 for a basic cocktail. Whiskey and mixed with whatever. Basic. There's free popcorn. Good prices compared to other bars. It's located on Higgins at Major. The closest transportation center is the Jefferson Park station.

On this night... Who am I kidding... on frequent nights we visited District House, one of our…read morefavorite watering holes. The reason we love this place is because the place is nice and modern with a nice comfy decor, they have an EXCELLENT whiskey and bourbon selection amongst all other spirits, but mostly because of the SERVICE! The staff, from the owner to each of the bartenders, they treat you like a long time friend. The drinks pack a punch and the ambiance is always upbeat. They strive to provide different events weekly and even nightly. They have a back patio for private parties or you can host your event inside. This place is just great, but Uber since parking is street parking and common sense dictates you should. See you there, and let's enjoy a drink!

(Kari's Rating 7.75/10)…read more TLDR -Delicious & cheap bone-in wings (18 for $22) -Local bar with tons of personality -Personable staff Came with a friend around 8 o'clock, bar was pretty crowded for a Monday with a bunch of locals watching the Cubs game. Not many people were eating, but it looked like a lot of friends here after a long day of work. Our server, Alex was extremely personable and she took our orders right away. As it was a Monday, neither of us were drinking, but she promptly brought two ice waters. I had mentioned to her that I had been here six or seven years ago, and she also said she had been here since. We came here only for the wings as I remembered and 18 wings for $22 is an amazing deal! We got six hot wings, six buffalo wings and Alex recommended the last set of wings be Cajun. There was a group of eight men at the bar, enjoying the baseball game, and I have to assume they're local by the way they were talking to each other and conversing with the bartender. I can imagine this place gets pretty busy on a Friday or Saturday evening with locals. This is such a fun dive bar feeling, with the decor being very mom and pop shop, but it also felt like there was a lot of history here-like people would fight for this bar, not to shut down. You know the space has personality and charm as Alex then chased down a lady who just left to give her her the forgotten leftovers. As our food came out relatively fast, the hot and the buffalo sauces were pretty similar, but the sauce was very thin, so it didn't clean to the wings that well. The wings were fresh and really crispy so you know they were made to order which was great. The Cajun was the absolute best as it was a dry rub, however, I feel like they should've tossed it in butter or something so the Cajun would stick as most of the seasoning had fallen off.

Local bar with good bar food. Bartender was friendly and chatty. This was on a Monday at…read morelunch...bar was pretty empty.

A solid option for drinks and food, this spot has huge portions for a reasonable price. The theme…read moreof the restaurant is a bit confusing, somewhat between a cowboy type bar and Italian restaurant, with a wide variety of food options that range from burgers to pizza to standard bar fare to steak to porkchops. Service is fairly quick and friendly, and you have the option between enjoying the outdoor seating, indoor casual italian restaurant feel, or cowboy bar area. Overall food was as expected with the cheese curds being crispy, though not the most amazing cheese. The Tater tots were crisp and standard. The Spicy chicken sandwich was a good size but not too spicy. The sausage pizza had plenty of cheese with a good level of sausage for the price, with a slightly more tasty sauce with basil and parsley to give a little more flavor. Overall, solid option in the area for a meal, which isn't too challenging to park near.

Just opened today. A cowboy theme bar in Jefferson Park with multiple tvs. The barbecue chicken was…read moredelicious. The new singer and guitarist was amazing. The space is intimate but full of friendly staff. Grand opening today and this weekend. Come join the fun and support small business.

Disappointed and Uncomfortable Experience! I stopped by this…read moreplace hoping for a good meal and chill vibes before heading out to a super bowl party but what I experienced was anything but welcome. The fact that management blocked Spanish music (or refused to play artists like Bad Bunny) and catered to customers who expressed racist attitudes was honestly upsetting! i will no longer recommend this place! #CancelIgnorance #AccountabilityMatters #SayNoToRacism #InclusiveDining #WeSeeYou

Parmesan garlic and pineapple teriyaki wings are outstanding and the best I've had so far. I put…read morethem right up there with Output wings. Cheese curds, loaded tater tots, garden salad, and Cajun pasta are all very good also. Wings are pricey but more than make up for in taste.

Stopped in for game day at our local gem, and the vibe did not disappoint! The staff are genuinely…read morenice folks who make you feel right at home the second you walk in a neighborhood charm in the middle of the city. Tons of TVs everywhere, so no matter where you sit, you've got a perfect view of the action. That said, when the place fills up for big games, service gets noticeably slower and they could definitely use an extra hand or two behind the bar and on the floor. Food-wise - it's a mixed bag. The chicken tenders are solid (especially when you throw in some onion rings and mushrooms), but the pizza we tried - based on what friends at nearby tables were raving about was honestly pretty underwhelming. For a spot with this much potential to become everyone's go-to game-day hangout, the kitchen feels like it's still playing catch-up. Still, there's something really special about the cozy, unpretentious feel here. It's the kind of place where you can tell the regulars have been coming for years... and after a few more visits (and maybe a little menu glow-up), I bet we'll be part of that crew too. Worth popping in - just come hungry for the atmosphere more than the pizza!

We came in with my friends to watch the world cup games, and this place is amazing. Staff was very…read morekind, and the atmosphere to watch sports is awesome.

The ambience is welcoming. There is a bar in middle with lots of seating. There is also an outside…read moresmall seating area. The waitress was very attentive We ordered the fried pickles. They were good. Too much batter surround a small slice of pickle. Maybe thicker cut of pickle would be better. The wings were good. They were tasty and had a nice bbq sauce. The quesadillas were really good. The platter of quesadillas was so fancy. I recommend this place if you like bar food, drinks to catch up and hang out with friends.

For me, a pleasant surprise as I was expecting fairly standard bar food and instead experienced…read morewell-executed versions of American favorites served up with friendly service in a surprisingly large dining room with value prices. One thing I really like about the menu here is that it covers a wide variety of different cravings from tacos to sandwiches to salads to pizzas. However, within these options are slightly different options that you might not see everywhere, like a chicken pita kebab, polish style chicken cutlet, Greek fries, Bacon brussel sprouts, etc. So even if you're looking for something familiar, you have the option of enjoying the standard favorites or something familiar yet just a little different. For me, the food was quite good -- something I was worried about with such a diversified menu. One of the real standout items for me was the burger, with a nice slightly crisp bun and perfectly cooked patty. The Mac & Cheese skillet was nice comfort food, with a good bold fravor from the BBQ pork. Fried items like the curly fries and sweet potato fries were nice and crisp as expected. The churros ice cream is huge and can definitely be shared amongst multiple people. Overall, definitely worth a visit as an above average bar experience. Even without drinks, the food makes this a good restaurant experience and having a lively crowd with plenty of TVs is a plus.

It's been a few years since we've been to Gale Street and wow, such a great refresh…read more Let's start with the sleeper hit of our meal. The potato skins - crispy, full of flavor and so unique. We loved them and the dipping sauce. I went with the classic ribs. Still amazing and great. Fall off the bone and great taste. My wife had the cioppino which she loved. Service was friendly, fast and excellent. We definitely will not wait so long to come back.

A group of us went to the Gale Street Inn last night to enjoy some BBQ Ribs. We were a group of 5…read moreadults and a 2 month old who tagged along. Three of us currently reside in Florida. However, we 3 are former Chicagoans who have dined here before when it was under different ownership. As we entered the restaurant the entry way looked as it did before ... until ... we entered the main room. It appeared updated , more modern , with low lighting creating the perfect ambiance for a romantic dinner for two or an enjoyable venue for a group setting. There are other rooms in the restaurant that offer space for larger accommodations and a large Bar area is included. We were seated after a short wait as we had a reservation. It was a Friday night and the restaurant was full of patrons. Service was a little slow due to the restaurant being filled to capacity. Menus were presented and we perused the menu knowing we were going to order the Ribs - except - for one kill Joy who ordered fish & chips ? Really ? In a rib joint and the guy orders fish ?! Who invited this guy anyway ? LOL. Our food was brought to our table by wait staff who left their smile at home. Nothing ensures a nice TIP like a bright smile accompanied with a pleasant personality. Nevertheless, I left a 24% TIP ... It's Christmas ... shrug . The RIBS ... I thought my ribs were just okay , not fall off the bone ribs. Nothing to write home about. Others in the group disagreed and said the ribs were delicious and ... wait for it ... "Fall off the bone" LOL The food was served with additional sides not included with the meal but at extra cost. I even had to ask for bread & butter. Baked potatoes ? Extra ! Still , the dinner was reasonably priced. No room for dessert. We were all stuffed. Then the check came. I passed it to the kid. He spit at me. I guess that was a NO ! I offered to arm wrestle him for the check. I even offered best 2 out of 3. He spit at me again. The nerve. So I manned up and paid the check. Despite my grumbling over my ribs everyone else was satisfied and we had an enjoyable evening dinning out. The restaurant itself is very nice and in a good location. I might be back ... Hmmm

The food was excellent! It was definitely unexpected from a neighborhood bar like this! The best…read moretortilla chips we have ever had. Sarah, the bartender, was friendly and very attentive. The music, Simply Sound Band, was also great! I would suggest going early, not only to get a coveted seat, but to avoid the "spicy" patrons that wander in after 9 or 10. Up until that time, we felt comfortable, but it seemed that those who arrived after 9 or so had obviously been pregaming elsewhere. It became loud, smelly, and patrons became aggressive. We began to feel uncomfortable, and decided to leave after the band finished.

Awesome spot. Good people. Walk in, you family. Great hospitality. Good good. Real deal Chicagoread more

I love this place especially for their French Martinis (they make really good ones). We had the…read morechicken burgers and the mini zapiekanki. I love that this place has little bit of Mexican food mixed with some Polish and American. For me the service is great, because I think when I'm at a bar, I like when I'm not interrupted every 10 min. I also don't mind going to the bar and placing an order if the bartender/server is not around. The place is very cute and well kept, I love all the decorations and it does feel like an upscale bar without the upscale prices. In the summer, the patio is a great addition.

Great beers, good service and good music. Bartender Kasha and Martha are the best they make…read moreeveryone enjoy themselves