After a long Sunday afternoon following a Cubs home game, when most neighborhood bars would be…read moreoverwhelmed and scrambling, Village Tap somehow still managed to deliver one of the best bar experiences in Roscoe Village. The day started off gloomy and gray, but as the clouds broke and the city transformed into a beautiful spring afternoon, the atmosphere inside Village Tap matched that same energy shift -- warm, lively, and welcoming. What truly makes this place stand out is the staff. Even while absolutely slammed with customers after another raucous Cubs post game crowd rolled through, Meg and Kevin never missed a beat. Their professionalism, attentiveness, and ability to stay accommodating under pressure was genuinely impressive. Their professionalism, attentiveness, and ability to stay accommodating under pressure was genuinely impressive. They made sure everyone felt taken care of, stayed on top of drinks and service, and somehow still kept the experience fun and relaxed despite the chaos around them. Kevin's witty banter and sense of humor add a personality to the bar that you just don't find anywhere around that area. It creates the kind of environment where regulars and first-timers alike instantly feel comfortable. Meanwhile, Meg handles the rush with incredible poise and attention to detail, making sure guests always feel valued and welcomed. Village Tap has always been a great neighborhood spot, but experiences like this are what separate good bars from truly memorable ones. Great drinks, great atmosphere, and even better people behind the bar. Even on one of their busiest, most understaffed days, Meg and Kevin proved exactly why this place continues to be a Roscoe Village favorite. My only gripe is The Golden Tee Cabinet. Whats a guy gotta do to get a recalibration on that system! Mid Range left to right putts always miss on the low side. Not sure what to do, but I will carry on...

Great Roscoe Village bar. On a Saturday at about 1pm it was full but not packed, was able to snag a…read moretable inside easily. As popular as the Cesar wraps have been in the city, I had to try this one. At $20, I'd say the price is a little steep for what you're getting. I will say they didn't skimp on chicken so I can appreciate that. Service was pretty standard, good bar vibe on the inside.

This place is right off the Damen brown line stop. Down the block from Lawrence Ave. It used to be…read morea different restaurant a couple of years ago and it shut down, but a couple bought it and revamped the spot. It was three of us meeting for dinner and some drinks. My friend had white wine, hubby had an Espressotini, and I the watermelon-cucumber marg. We ordered the cauliflower ceviche, the Cauliflower wings, and the Brussels sprouts as appetizer. Then as an entree, my friend had the Jalisco Burger, hubby had the Salmon, and I a Salmon Caesar Salad. I personally loved the salad and the appetizers were great. Everyone else ate ALL their food, so I assume they also enjoyed it. The location was actually having an 80s night and there was a Dj and space for dancing. There were some people there dress for the themed night and it was just a great vibe. Talking with our friend and eating made us lose track of time and then it was time to leave but before we did, we met one of the owners who actually recommended I come by and visit. (Shoutout to Marcos ) He is the most warm and sunny person, and he was so grateful we actually came by. We had a shot and honestly I'd come back because of him. He told us a little bit about him, his family and about the restaurant backstory. I truly recommend you coming here, you will have a great time. Oh, and almost forgot, they have outside sitting, so you know it will be a great time when you just want to have an outside patio vibe with friends and some drinks. P.s. As you can tell, there are only two pictures. I was so, involved in the moment with my friend's stories and then the appetizers came and nothing else mattered. We all lost track of time and just enjoyed the vibe, the beautiful night, and time with friends, drinks, and food. Oh and 80s music.

I stopped by Monday since they were donating 15% of tabs to The Friendship Center food pantry. I'd…read morebeen meaning to come by since they so generously donated mac and cheese to them for the Thanksgiving meals for the hungry in our community. It's a nice place. Kind of a sports bar but seems a little nicer than your average storeys bar. Service was friendly and helpful. I got the vegetarian ceviche, and it was delicious! It was served with aioli and a healing serving of chips. I've never eaten seafood and been vegetarian for over 30 years, but my boyfriend had a taste and also thought it was good and said they got the right flavor profile. He got the burger and tots and said both were very good. I'll definitely be back!

So - This bar is…read morehidden away in the far end of the Chicago Fire futbol complex, which itself it hidden between the Chicago River and Talman, just north of Addison. Standard sports bar inside, with large windows that open to the futbol pitch to the north. There is also a large patio to the west, which is very chill. Its populated with communal picnic tables and a small lounge area. The patio abuts the river but there is a large hedge of trees blocking the view. Good cocktails, daily specials, and a decent food menu. The fish and chips was excellent - one long cut of fish with tender flesh and a light flaky batter. The chicken strips were too thin and used a heavier batter, to their detriment. Saw someone order the pretzel, it was huge; over a foot in "diameter". Large parking lot, which is shared by practicing soccer teams and CF staff.

A friend of mine kept raving about the smashburgers so we had to check it out. Lots of flavor…read morecombos including chicken burgers. Really friendly service, great beer list, fun cocktails with some silly sweet shots. Choose your own adventure super juicy chicken wings. Got the double smashburger which was salty and crunchy and overhung the bun . Not pretty but delish. A hint of spice. Wings were great. Lots of sports on multiple TVs. Definitely a great neighborhood hang. Also worth the drive by if you're in the area!

I hadn't had PrimeTime in far too long, so we invited some friends out for a late-night bite and it…read moreabsolutely delivered. Between the four of us, every single person said the burger was one of the best smashburgers they've had. The sauce is incredible, the burger is very reasonably priced, and we always appreciate how welcoming and genuinely kind the staff are. It has that neighborhood spot feel where you can tell they really care about the people who come in. Great work all around, keep it up.

Is this Chris' Beer Garden or Tavern on North?!?…read more Signage says Chris' but maps/Yelp say Tavern on North. Besides that being confusing, it really is nice inside. Modern decor, attentive and kind bar staff, good selection. Great place to come with a large group

Sometimes you just want a $5 cold beer and a reliably tasty thin crust pizza that doesn't break the…read morebank, and the new and improved Tavern on North does just that. If you're lucky enough to be there happy hour, you also can snag a DEEP and tasty $8 old fashioned. Plenty of TVs, and a nice back patio that's dog and kid friendly. Very kind bar tenders also. In a world of frills and fluff, the place brings back the simple joys of a local watering hole.

Instead of heading home for the Super Bowl bc we couldn't find a hotel in the state of Louisiana,…read morewe headed to Chicago where we hoped to find Eagles fans. We made a reservation at Over/Under. When we arrived, there weren't a lot of people yet and we got seated quickly at a table already set up with our name on it and lots of fun swag. By the time the game was starting, it was packed. TV's lined the walls all the way around so every table was a good table. No one blocked our view. We each received 5 drink tickets and 2 meal tickets. In addition to the fact that we wiped the floor with Kansas, we met some really nice fans from Chicago. They made our visit so much fun, filled with endless laughter and a great time. It was a nice mix of young and older folks like us and the young people were so respectful and friendly. It truly was a pleasant surprise. They gave us their bar stools with backs so that we would be comfortable. I don't know if Steven David, who we also met there works for the bar but he was funny as all get out. He says he's a comedian so if you're in Chicago, look for him at a comedy club. The owners were very friendly and we appreciated chatting with them too. We didn't get to our second meal or order half of our drinks bc we were having such a good time so we gave them away. The pretzels were good and nachos weren't bad. Edible. They also offered free opps for prizes and you could also buy tickets to win prizes. Overall, we really enjoyed our time. Nice neighborhood bar feel, surrounded by great humans, including the owners.

Sunday funday is on a different level here! They bring the vibes of a Vegas Sportsbook right here…read moreto Chicago! You can place bets and enjoy drinks along with food specials like their $4, 6, 8 and $10 happy hour deals or the $8 and $10 large drinks. There are tvs EVERYWHERE so you're able to not miss a game and watch multiple sports at once. My brother and I tried a few menu items, but our favorites were definitely the wings with the Dragon sauce (sweet chili, sesame, soy and ginger) and the sautéed shrimp with potatoes. Be sure to try their cocktail called "Uncut Gem" and check out the Red Zone room! Enjoy!

Great place to watch the Fighting Illini basketball game…read more Excellent service, fair prices and very solid bar food I'm new to Finley Dunne's and will be back soon Thanks & go Illini

First time ever last night at Finley Dunne's to watch the #Illini in Braggin Rights game. Great…read moreneighborhood bar right on Lincoln and near a brown line stop. Place was pretty full and they were understaffed. That was the only issue. It took a while for the food orders because just one person in the kitchen. We ordered two orders of 24 wings. The BBQ wings hit the spot for me. Big meaty wings. Had sweet potato and regular fries. Really good bar food. They have an extensive menu and fair prices. I look forward to coming back and trying other items on the menu. The pizza smelled phenomenal and will try that next time

Really great experience from a friendly neighborhood place!…read more Came on a colder spring day where they were still willing to serve us outside with our dog. So thankfully they were willing to do that! Servers were so friendly to us and our pupper. They even turned the patio heater on for us! This place is a must for anyone out with their dog! All the food was delicious and brought out quick. Loved the Mac and cheese squares! The drinks were well balanced and I had a delightful Bloody Mary! All the portions were generous and well worth the price. Excellent quality all around! The location is amazing in the heart of Ravenswood. It's perfect for a date, catching up with friends, or an impromptu late lunch in early spring! Can't wait for another visit after warmer weather sets in!

Over the past through months, I have had numerous deliveries from Wolcott Tap. I have tried and…read moreenjoyed Nachos, Flat Top Burger, Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream w/Caramel Stripes, Creamy Cajun Chicken, and Kids Chicken Tenders. Satisfied with all of it. The staff did a great job putting everything together. DoorDash delivered the meals to me in an efficient manner.