I came here for a comedy show and so we ate dinner here as well. The buns on my burger were burnt so that was a downside. After I took the buns off since they were inedible, the meat was pretty good. I heard good things about this place so I was a little disappointed to see that it was burnt . Other than that the comedy show was great! read more

Half Sour - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Yummy food, drinks, and great service!!! My bf and I have come here many times for some late night snacks and drinks.

Super cute neighborhood bar in south loop. I was surprised by how extensive the drink menu was. Interior is very lively and casual. There is bar seating at the front and tables in the back. The service is very friendly. The menu has a ton of cocktails, and some of them are really creative. I had a mule with kombucha which was a fun take on the drink. There's an extensive beer list as well. It's clear the bar takes their drinks seriously. The food came in heaping portions and were generous for the price. They have a large selection of sandwiches. The Reuben was delicious and they were able to make it with pastrami instead of corned beef. read more

Half Sour - Cheeseburger - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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First evening in Chicago and we were looking for a late night bite to eat. Half sour was about 2 blocks from our hotel. I ordered the matzo ball soup with alphabet letters. It was comforting. I also ordered a side salad. My friends ordered a chicken pasta and a Korean hot dog. Both dishes were good. Ambiance was nice too. Chatted up some locals. Heard about the McDonald's global menu restaurant which was a plus! This is a chill bar with good food! read more

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Amazing everything, service, food, and drinks. Smoked salmon dip is amazing, and the bagel chips are fresh and made in house. The triple xxx was the perfect amount of heat and flavor. 10/10 would recommend read more

Always a great experience !! Delicious food and a warm welcoming environment . Staff is also fantastic ! Best burger I have ever had !

I had high hopes to eat from here. I drive past this place on a weekly basis and have told several coworkers that one day, I want to check out the restaurant. The menu is a little confusing. So, I ordered a cheese hamburger. The menu did not say that it's a double patty burger. That's too much to eat in one setting, especially for my daily job. After driving away and going back to work to eat it, I was disappointed in the look, texture, and presentation. My hamburger was half done. I eat my hamburgers well done. It was too raw and pink. I couldn't eat it. The only thing that I could eat for a short period of time was the French Fries. Our time is limited. Therefore, I can't go back to exchange or ask for a refund. I'm stuck with a $15, half done, double patty cheese burger that can't eat. There's a few things that I can do with it: 1. Trash it... but i dont like to waste food. 2. Feed the wild animals. 3. See if my dog wants it 4. Refrigerate and cook it more in the next two days because I am off from work. I don't eat mayonnaise either. I can wipe that item off as much as I can. I'm very disappointed at this place. read more

Half Sour - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Brunch here is always the best, plus the drinks later at night are so clutch. It's just the best place we've had in Chicago in the past year. Fantastic ambiance. Fantastic service. read more

Half Sour - Happiness - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This was once a Blackies, and we loved it. But Half Sour has become a gem in its own right, and it is welcomed to both the South Loop and Printer's Row. The menu items are creative and the execution is what you would hope for in Chicago. It's possible that the building is relatively new, or that its history isn't widely documented, but maybe built in the 20th or 21st century. That's old to me. Enjoy! read more

We met here before the theater and loved it. Their half sour pickles are worth the trip. We tried the Reuben and chicken sandwiches, which were delicious. Good cocktails and selection of beers. Fun, social atmosphere and a great downtown location. Will return soon! read more

OH. MY. GOD. THE. BURGER. A Chicago food influencer that I follow on instagram posted about the burger a couple days ago and we decided to try it out. We love burgers so much. There's a couple places in LA at the top of our burger list, they are mostly gourmet burgers but this is just something else. This is, hands down, the BEST classic burger I have ever had. Every thing about it is perfect and goes so well together. The sauce and grilled onions would almost be a bit too sweet, but the pickle balances it out for in the best way. We have lived in the neighborhood now for a couple years and I can't believe this is just now coming into our lives. I can't wait to walk here in the summer. We'll need the steps to help balance out how often we will come here. :) read more

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Went here with a friend on a Friday night just to get out. It was pretty open very few people there. The staff was pretty friendly and attentive. Music was pretty decent. Food was pretty good. I was even happier as we were passing the kitchen area walking in that the cooks was preparing the food in gloves .I had a burger and cajun Friday which was a nice portion and filling. My friend had steak frites and thought it was pretty good. I would go back definitely since they are open late nights read more

I am a huge Half Sour fan! I've been many times since moving to the South Loop/Printers Row area a few years ago and have never been disappointed (except one time when they were actually out of half sour pickles, but I've gotten over that). Their bagel chips are out of this world! Any dip we've had them with (artichoke or salmon) is just stellar. Our favorite is the salmon dip - it's super rich and creamy and full of that salmony goodness. I'm also a fan of their namesake half sour pickles. I'm a sucker for most pickled vegetables, and they do a great job with their cucumbers. I'll also give a shout out to their fried chicken sandwiches (any of them) - they're all fantastic. Juicy chicken, flavorful batter and spices, just a winner every time. If there's anything to skip here, in my opinion it's the latkes. There are better places in the area to get them and better things on the menu to try. They also have a great beer selection and tons of weekly events. All in all, a great place and I'll be back again soon! read more

My wife and I LOVE Half Sour. It is our local restaurant in our neighborhood and we keep coming back! They have delicious and fresh food for dinner and for brunch. And the drinks are my favorite part, some of the best cocktails in Chicago. They also have fun events, such as a comedy show on Thursday nights with hilarious comedians. The service is great and there's never too long of a wait to get seated. We will never stop going here, as it's our go-to spot for some of the best food in South Loop! read more

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If you are in the south loop of chicago and are looking for a relaxed fun and welcoming atmosphere, this restaurant is for you. their outdoor seating is very cute and their bar and indoor seating has a homely feel. Their restaurant is very pet friendly, they even have dog treats outside, so if you pick out the right seat you can see a bunch of cute furry friends while you dine. all of their appetizers are great, but the cheese curds are absolutely delicious and a great snack to share with friends. the latkes are also a snack to share or eat alone. their matzo ball soup is soul warming and great if you are in need of a light but filling meal. their service is fast and all of the workers are very friendly and kind, they offered us free refills which was an unexpected but appreciated surprise. Their brunch menu seemed very nice and i would definitely come back with friends to try it out. read more

Half Sour - Matzo Ball Soup - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Our trip here last week will be our last visit. The wait staff was incredibly unprofessional. It was about to start raining on their patio and they told us there was no room for me and my wife to move inside. They then proceeded to ask a table of 5 right next to us if they'd like to move inside, to which they agreed and were moved. As the rain started, we asked for a to-go box for all our food, paid, and left a tip on the bill, but our waiter refused to look at us or speak with us as we handed back the bill. She also told us to "hurry up" our order after I paused to ask my wife if she was okay with sitting outside still, right before the rain started. Weird behavior for a restaurant. Much better service elsewhere in the area. read more

TLDR: Grunge-Chic neighborhood watering hole for good beer and Jewish eats. Never have I ever had a beer I didn't like there--but, then again, I know exactly what I like! The staff are attentive and pretty fast, the beer list is always solid, and their food is like fancier deli food meets Midwest bar cuisine to boot. Lox? Latkes? But also wings? Yes, please!! Some might call it bastardization of Jewish foods, I call it inclusivity/a gluttons paradise! The Lox Tartare Bagel I had just this past visit was divine! Deliciously tender and rich salmon with the right amount of onions and salty capers ON TOP OF an everything bagel! Can it get any better?! FYI, onions belong in just about everything. #fact. They're like the dorky cousin at your family events that you make fun of but miss whenever they're not there. (You know who I'm talking about...but I digress.) It's a hoppin' place for weekend brunches and happy hour boozing alike! Stop by and find out why. I know I'll be back again! read more

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A local favorite! I've come in a few times and overall the food is okay and the service is great. Waitstaff is friendly and most of the times you can just seat yourself at any open spot. When I came most recently for brunch my friend and I were severely disappointed. This was my 3-4th time coming and the food has increasingly gotten worse. My salmon Benedict was swimming in a soup of hollandaise sauce and the fish was so dry. In the past, their fresh bagels and latkes have been fantastic. I'm going to be hesitant to return solely because of food alone but I do appreciate they always have fun local events (bingo, trivia night) going on. read more

It's a pretty decent bar, decided to come here with a group of friends for trivia night and it did the job. They need more screens in here to make a decent area for trivia and/or watching sports on non trivia nights. We were in this weird middle spot near the bar where the TVs aren't close by. I tried their XXX Chicken Sandwich and it honestly wasn't bad but felt like it wasn't that much better especially if you compare the sandwich to other fast food spicy chicken sandwiches. Overall this place is a serviceable bar, but I'd imagine there may be some other good food/bar spots near the Printer Row area. read more

Half Sour - Triple XXX - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My husband and I come here probably once a week and it is consistently wonderful. The chef made a drink is my absolute favorite cocktail, friends who have moved away get jealous when I send them pictures of it. Brunch on the weekend is delicious, the biscuits and gravy with the fried chicken is a particular standout. For dinner the crispy chicken sandwich is the best I've ever had. I would come here JUST for the fries, they're made fresh every time and are so well seasoned. They do trivia every Tuesday and I look forward to it every chance I get to go. read more

Surprisingly had a handful of vegan options! I got the Black Bean Burger with Chipotle Veganaise, Vegan Cheddar Cheese, Avocado Puree, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, on a Vegan Bun. I've never made a reservation and believe it's walk in only. In the summer they have sidewalk seating and inside you're able to get an open window seat. They have quite a few options for alcoholic beverages; canned seltzers, draft beer, and cocktails. I saw they do bingo and trivia during the week which sounded fun. read more

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The atmosphere major plus regardless of you arrive for breakfast, dinner, or happy hour drinks. Major plus that they have a speak easy in the basement for comedy, free bingo, and more. The drinks including your non-alcoholic drinks are made with care. This can be your hang out spot! Where you go for dinner, drinks and a comedy show and comfortably spend hours hanging out. The decor is nice, and modern which is appropriate for printers row. This spot use to be Boston Blackie's and it was often empty but Half Sour has a crowd all day. People are nice but they stick to their groups. You won't see mingling or people stopping by other peoples table. I assume the comedy set downstairs would be a bit more of a mingle situation but think bar and restaurant, it's not a lounge. The food ... I'm going to say it's good but not amazing which is where they lost a star. The smoked salmon was very dry. But I'm going to go out on a limb and say I would still order it again. Even though the texture could have been better the dish overall was good. The service is where it is at for Half Sour! I don't know who hired their manager, waitstaff, table busers, and bartenders but very good job! They get it right every time. You aren't going to go in there and have a bad experience because someone was rude, or having a bad day. My experience is they know how to put their customers first and expect their needs. I felt cared for and that's the experience I want you to have when you go out in Chicago! Enjoy! read more

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Yum - I've only had the Green Thumb every time I've come here but it always hits the spot. It's savory, sweet, and spicy with a great crunch. I would never have expected it to become my go to but anytime I have a craving, I swing by here. The service may be limited given it can get packed during the breakfast/brunch rush, the food is worth the wait. Highly rec checking this place out. read more

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Stumbled upon this gem & will definitely be returning for all the fun events they have! (Trivia Tuesday's & comedy Thursdays). The beer was delicious & the food was very yummy. We sat at the bar & the service was great! Will bring friends & family here when they come to visit! read more

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Beautiful wood bar. Where Blackies used to be... see part of menu in pics. Very eclectic. Outdoor spaces and hood foods. Crazy service inside. Due to the bar refrig being changed at the time we walked in. Service still good. read more

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Came here before Pink concert last weekend. Sat outside on Patio. Very nice, server was friendly. She actually forgot my drink order for awhile but took it off the bill so no worries. I came here to say the cheeseburger was FANTASTIC! Actually the best Ive ever had.. yup... i said it. read more

Found this place by accident after my husband and I had. Awful experience at the bar louie up the road. We walked past half sour and decided to stop in . I'm so glad we did because it was amazing from the drinks to the staff . read more

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Called up to order to order the fried chicken dinner for pick-up, but all sold out early! Kudos for using compostable packaging! The burger and chocolate cake were recommended by the man on the phone, and then I added the fried artichokes when I arrived - 2/3 were great! The burger is massive - two perfectly cooked patties. Though I like typically like to have fresh lettuce and tomatoes, the burger was still delicious. Their fries are thinly cut, seasoned, and tasty as well. They were mushy because there were no holes punched in the box. The fried artichokes were really tasty, probably because it's heavily battered and really greasy (again, mushy because there were no holes punched in the box). I popped them in the oven to make them crisp. The chocolate cake was a #fail. It was suggested to me as just made; but if it was, then it was just not for me in terms of taste and texture because it was like eating a Cliff bar with Sculpey clay- textured frosting. I like fluffy, moist cake. This tasted artificial, for lack of a better word. It ended up in the the trash bin. If you like chocolate cake, carrot cake, cheesecake, I recommend Eleven's desserts, which are good size portions and delicious. read more

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Our company holiday lunch was virtual this year and I decided to ignore my waistline and order a spicy fried chicken sandwich. I had seen some fine creations, but Half Sour photos were drool worthy so I went in. It's HUGE. Like they cut both chicken breasts off one bird and stuck it on the bun. Still crunchy after delivery, but the buns were super soggy (I should have ordered coleslaw and aioli in the side). The chicken itself was juicy. I was a little disappointed that the hot sauce toss I requested (and paid extra for) didn't happen, but hey it's a giant deep fried piece of chicken. Definitely going to be okay. Fries were crisp-ish and well seasoned. Glad to support local spots and look forward to sampling their other offerings soon. read more

My wife and I were pleasantly surprised to find this neighborhood gem. After spot hero-ing nearby, we wished to grab a bev and bite and try our hand at stub hubbing for the bears game. The service was very friendly and pleasant. Lots of bev options to be had, we also arrived on half price bottle wine night (Sunday). The food we had, was OK. She had the reuben but would not get it again, she likes for it to be a bit more decadent (think grilled). I opted for the dry rub bbq wings and while they were good for the most part, I did note that some of the larger size ones were not cooked evenly to the bone though. All in all though, compared to the sparse options found in this area of town, it is nice to have a go to to hang your hat. Another unique characteristic, outside of the corner entrance which appeals to me for some strange reason, you can view their kitchen from the street. read more

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Solid brunch spot in the south loop! The rosemary hash is impressively good and pairs well with local roasted coffee. Service can be slow when it gets busy, but the staff are all really nice and offered great recommendations. I've never been a fan of TV's playing random sports broadcasts all day - so that kind of took away from the ambiance but the space is really nice and open. read more

My husband and Stumbled upon Half Sour on a lovely Sunday evening when we were trying to get lucky on Stub Hub to see the Bears vs. the Chiefs. We didn't get lucky in that department, but we did have a nice time at Half Sour. If we lived in the area I think this would be a lovely little third place to hang out. Everyone there seemed to be having a wonderful time connecting with friends and loved ones....this vibe really rubs off and gives the place a warm vibe. I loved the decor and the staff was friendly and efficient. I had a lovely sour raspberry beer to go along with my Ruben sandwich. I thought the sandwich was oak...the bread was lightly toasted and I prefer a slightly more charred exterior to my ruben...I need to learn to ask for this. I thought the meat was also a bit dry. My husband thought his wings were good. We will most certainly return to Half Sour. read more

Half Sour - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

As a member of the South Loop community, it has been overwhelming to try and go to all the local spots... Man, am I so glad that I finally got around to going to Half Sour! My friend and I met for dinner on their patio tonight and had a great time. I also brought my dog and she got her own little water bowl when we sat down! The staff was FANTASTIC and had great senses of humor. There was a wide variety of food and drink that anyone could find something to enjoy! I had the Printers Row Book Binder to drink and the Rainbow Burger to eat. The beer paired perfectly with the burger and fries. I felt the beer was a good size for the price. Now onto reviewing the burger, YUM! The burger was a special for Pride Month and portions of the proceeds were donated to the Trevor Project (we love an ally!), which is what ultimately led me to choose the unique burger. The burger had pico de gallo, chipotle aioli, pepper Jack cheese, corn salsa, avocado purée, tortilla chips, arugula, and blueberry molita salsa all on it. While a bit on the spicer side (and someone who isn't a huge fan of spicier foods), I found having enough water and beer made it completely tolerable. The fries that came with the burger were also seasoned so well. For a good summer weekday spot, Half Sour is the place to be. I saw that they do trivia and bingo nights, so I most definitely will be back! Love that this place is so close to my home in the city :) read more

Half Sour - Printers Row Book Binder (Blonde Ale), Rainbow Burger, and fries - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I had a great time here. Our server was informative, friendly, and helpful. She was also kind enough to allow me to charge my phone behind the bar, even though we were sitting outside. The patio is also dog friendly, and she was great with my friend's dog too. The food was great, and the drinks are even better. It's a great spot in the South Loop, and it doesn't get too loud or overwhelming, even with it being on a busy street. I look forward to coming back! read more

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It was our first time here. The space is smaller and darker than expected. We got the chicken sandwich, smoked salmon salad, cheese curd and mezcal margaritas. All were delicious, just wished there was more smoked salmon. We would go again to grab a quick meal or drinks. read more

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I moved into a nearby apartment complex and wanted to see what was good around there to eat. So many options but stumbled upon Half Sour since it was so convenient to walk here. There's paid parking all around, but very walkable if in the area and CTA is easily accessible around there as well. I got the salmon and OMG it was so good! I also got the Chef Made a Drink. It was soo delicious! It was also my server's recommendation. Everyone was so friendly and food came out so quickly. This place is on the pricier end, but it was well worth it. I'm definitely coming back to try brunch and even a night out since the bar opens late. If you are in the printer's row area, this is a place you should definitely check out! read more

Half Sour - Salmon - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Pro tip - order 2 specialty cocktails at a time. Service was slow and impolite at best. Came around 3pm on a Saturday and was quickly greeted with "our kitchen is closed to turn over to dinner/lunch from brunch" Um cool, but we can still drink? We were assured we could. Great! Yeah, no. Sat for a solid 10 minutes with no contact from the staff. So we started ordering 2 rounds at once - because this is how you solve this problem. Server/shift change occurred. We offered to close out with our first shift server. Second shift server was smarmy and was clearly over being out in public. Girl, I see you. I hate the public too...that's why I work in contracts. At one point, we were both sitting with empty glasses for about 15 minutes when my husband ordered another round at the bar (mind you, this was after 4 individual cocktails and an appetizer) the second shift server chastised us for ordering at the bar. Dearheart, we've been watching you socialize with a manager in yoga pants and Toms and another off duty server for 20 minutes. It's very apparent you want nothing to do with us. Food was okay. If the service had been better we would've fallen in love and come back regularly. As noted, the service was terrible and we will not return. read more

Experience: With a party of two on New Year's Day evening, we were able to be seated fairly quickly. The staff was very friendly and professional. Food came out pretty fast. The ambience was casual with plenty of seating. I can see this place being packed so I was pretty surprised that barely anyone was there. However, we did come on New Years Day. Parking: It appears that all parking is paid metered. At this time, I do not see any free spots. If you do, please let me know because I would want to come back. Even if you pay for parking, the neighborhood is great to explore. Worth: Absolutely worth the visit. Definitely coming back. I had the cheeseburger with a side of Mac and cheese and it was amazing. I had a rosemary mule and that was also great. Overall, 5/5, would come back here again. Not bad for my first review of 2022! Cheers! read more

Half Sour - Cheeseburger and Mac & Cheese - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Great neighborhood bar and restaurant in Printers Row! The food is always fresh and the servers and staff are inviting. Little on the pricey side but I'd rather pay a little more to support a local place. They have a nice dog friendly patio in the summer too! Bonus cause they leave dog treats out for the neighborhood pups! :) On the weekends they have a great brunch with freshly made donuts. Check their social media to see the flavors of the week. read more

Half Sour isn't half bad! I've now been twice, once for a work event (open bar) and once with my fiancé where we had a full dinner. Both were great experiences! I throughly enjoyed my drinks, and food. The patio is also nice on a warm day. The half sour pickles are really good, and the latkes were extra good. Highly recommend both! read more

Half Sour - Latkes and Half Sour Pickle - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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