Rita was my server and she was phenomenal! She went above and beyond to ensure I had a wonderful experience. Highly recommend!

Y'all... I think I found it! It's been over a year since I moved to the South Loop, and I feel like I've tried everything. From speakeasies to ramen spots and even the local dive bars. And while everything kind of worked, nothing ever really fit. Well, I'm proud to say that this weekend, I think I finally found my Cheers. You have no idea how good it feels to have one. For those who don't know what I mean by a "Cheers," sorry, not sorry. But for those who do, please raise your glass and help me welcome Pressbox into the rotation. This place has everything I've been looking for, and I even heard a little rumor that there might be a speakeasy coming. Shhh... don't tell anyone. What I can tell you is that the drinks are wonderful, the staff is amazing, and the location is just about perfect. It's far enough away that I hopefully won't develop a habit, but close enough that I can walk over, grab a drink, clear my head, and feel like I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be. That's what I've been looking for. Not just another bar, but a neighborhood spot that feels like it could become mine. And that's my recommendation. If you're in the South Loop looking for a place to grab a good drink, meet some good people, or just sit down and decompress after a long day, give Pressbox a try. There are plenty of places where you can get a drink. It's much harder to find a place where you actually want to stay for another one. I think I found mine. Thank you for existing, Pressbox. Now pour me a drink, and let's start cheering together. read more

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We've visited Pressbox twice. The first time was shortly after they first opened. I ordered a chicken cesar wrap. The menu does not mention that there is bacon, but it had bacon on it. I do not eat bacon, so it's a problem that the menu doesn't list that the wrap has bacon. However, they quickly remade it, and the manager came to tell us they just opened and are working out the menu, and that they've taken the wrap off of our bill. Great. We'll give it another chance. Today, we went before a movie that was to start close by around 5:20. They were certainly busy, as they didn't have enough menus to go around, but they sat us immediately, so we assumed it would be fine. We arrived at 4, and we ordered around 4:10. We ordered one beer and one wrap. At 4:45 our waitress told us 5 more minutes. Around 5 she said we were the next ticket up. We didn't get our food until 5:15. At this point, we're missing our movie due to this. I tell the waitress, and she says sorry, but that "it's been a day." Since I had over an hour to observe what was happening in the restaurant, it became quite clear to me that the focus seems to be on slinging out $17 cocktails as quickly as possible. The bar was fully staffed, and the servers were almost always hovering around the bar. I'm not sure if multiple kitchen staff members didn't come to work, or if they just sat more people than they should have, but it really is not acceptable to seat people when it will take an hour or more for them to receive their food. Also, of small note, they changed their fries between our visits, and they are now nowhere near as good as they were at open. TLDR: if it looks at all busy, don't order food here, as you will wait an extensive amount of time. read more

My husband and I came here tonight (a Wednesday evening) and even though it was almost 90 degrees outside we sat on their patio. We ordered a couple of margaritas, and while we looked over the food menu, they brought us a complimentary order of their pretzel bread bites with whipped herb butter, which was really tasty. We saw that this was offered on their menu as a side and it was so good that we thought maybe they delivered it to the wrong table by mistake. However our server confirmed that this is just a complimentary welcome dish they give to every table. How nice! We then ordered the smash burger and the Mac and cheese to share. We asked if they could cut the burger in half and they did that. The food was fantastic. My husband called it "standard bar food, but on a higher level." The burger came with an order of terrific battered seasoned fries that are light and crispy, and the Mac and cheese was cooked well with a REAL cheese sauce with nice cheese pull. I've had a lot of restaurant Mac and cheese (one of my favorites) with tasteless, runny, clumpy or even worse - broken, oily cheese sauce, and this was Mac done right. Service was efficient and friendly. We had a great dinner and were so happy with everything. We are not into sports at all but we would definitely eat here again. read more

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We decided to give this place a try, and overall, I came away impressed. I ordered the rigatoni, and it was excellent. The light lemony sauce gave the dish a fresh, bright flavor that really stood out without being overpowering. I also had a martini, and it was made perfectly. A special shout-out to Jessie, our server. She was warm, attentive, and made us feel welcome throughout the evening. I remember when this location was Bar Louie, and it's clear they've invested in updating the space. The renovations look great, and the restaurant feels much more polished. There's also a nice outdoor bistro area, although it was simply too humid for us to enjoy it that evening. The one thing that left a bad impression was when we arrived with reservations. We were initially directed to what felt like an isolated room that honestly reminded us of someone's kitchen, while there were other tables available in the main dining area. As people of color, it didn't sit well with us. Thankfully, my colleague spoke up and requested a table in the main dining room, and we were accommodated. I'm not saying there was any intent behind it, but first impressions matter, and I hope management is mindful that seating decisions can affect how guests feel. As a Yelp Elite reviewer, I believe in being honest--both about what a restaurant does well and where it can improve. That said, the food, drinks, and service were outstanding, and those positives made for a very enjoyable dining experience overall. This would of gotten a 4 star but the way they tried to stick us in a room didnt work out well in their favor. read more

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Excellent service from Jordan. I've been here several times now and she's always been my person and she's awesome. She makes great recommendations and is very attentive and kind. It's such a fun and lively sports bar! So many screens and viewing options, including an upstairs lounge and an outdoor patio. The food is fantastic! Elevated pub food and high quality ingredients. It's my favorite chicken Caesar wrap in the city so far. The croutons stay crunchy and the chicken is perfect. The fries are soooooooo good! Really well seasoned and crispy. The Cajun skirt steak with chimichurri sauce is amazing! So tender and flavorful. The fish & chips are very tasty too, and the hot spinach and artichoke dip is a fun starter. They also give you complimentary bread/pretzel bites and butter when you arrive. So good! The smash burger is delicious as well, and the mini beignets with a chocolate dipping sauce for dessert are fabulous!!!! They do everything well here! They have happy hour deals, including a late night happy hour on weekends from 10pm until 1am. They also have weekend brunch. Great drinks too! I have enjoyed cocktails and mocktails here. So far my favorite cocktails are the espresso martini and The Blue Line, a fun rum and Curacao drink. It's so smooth going down! My favorite mocktail is Off The Record, which is bubbly and made with lychee and lavender. Located on the lower level of the Dearborn Station in Printer's Row, I highly recommend coming here. I love how popular it is. It tends to be busy so I recommend making a reservation. read more

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Came back and enjoyed good food and wonderful service at the bar. The fries were awesome! read more

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Plates were dirty on the table, service was slow and a mandatory tip added for just a party of 4. We split our checks and they added 20% of the total to one bill and gave the other 3 bills without stating they included gratuity on one of the tabs. Food was just ok and was expensive. Much better options around the area. read more

My husband and I came here with our 3 year old and we absolutely loved it! The pretzel bites with the garlic herb butter were delicious. We split the smash burger and chicken Caesar wrap. We have been wanting to try this spot for a while and I must say that this is an excellent addition to the neighborhood! read more

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If you are looking for a spot to watch the game AND have great food- this is the SPOT!! Everything we had was fire , Aniyah our server was awesome. Reservations highly recommended on days with popular sports games. read more

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I came one more time to see how it improved a few weeks later and it was worse. The manager was shockingly combative and seemed to have a poor hold of operations. One of the servers was extremely unprofessional. They overbooked themselves and instead of apologizing and cancelling reservations accordingly, they expected customers to be pliant with what was such an embarrassing experience. On a positive note, another one of our servers really ran the show, and she worked absolutely tirelessly to make it somewhat tolerable. The food was honestly unacceptable. Fried calamari had over 50% filler, flatbread was partially raw, and they cheapened their dip considerably from the last time we tried it. I had very high hopes but I will never return here. read more

When we saw Pressbox was opening and peeked through the window, the space looked light, fresh, and inviting. We were excited to finally have a sports bar with real ambiance. We headed over to watch FIFA, and the place did not disappoint. The design is sharp, and there are big TVs almost everywhere you look. The game audio was on, which we loved. It really feels like an upscale sports bar. The bartenders were attentive, and the food was genuinely good, definitely not your typical bar fare. Drinks were solid too. read more

Pressbox - 06.13.26 Pressbox chopped salad with salmon. Salmon was overcooked but overall it was good. - Sports Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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A great addition to the neighborhood!!! My pulled pork sandwich and fries were amazing and I loved that they have a gluten free bun! My only feedback would be to include the gf bun on their menu, we almost didn't come because I didn't know they had one! Overall really great place to sit at the bar and catch a game with some good food and drinks! read more

Pressbox - Gluten free Chipotle Pulled Pork Sandwich - Sports Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

honestly it's such a shame because the food is actually really good but the service and staff are HORRENDOUS. seated by a hostess in stained sweatpants, took 10 minutes for the waitress to take our drink order. Food came out fast but was missing items, we didn't have silverware or napkins. had to wait 30 minutes for a canned seltzer. they messed up all of the tables orders around us and there were multiple times the waitress straight up ignored several tables in our area. the place would be really good if it weren't run by a bunch of people who don't know how to wait tables. read more

I grew up going to Bar Louie, the previous restaurant, and loved the atmosphere. I came in to see how they remodeled and it looks amazing! I ordered a Chili Pulled Pork sandwich and it was absolutely delicious. The host Keiran was so sweet and friendly, and the Bartenders made sure I was taken care of. Will be frequently visiting! read more

Pressbox - Chili Pulled Pork Sandwich - Sports Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Terrible food. TERRIBLE SERVICE.Have been here twice and bad experiences both times. I won't be back. read more

Pressbox - Sports Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Absolutely love this place! So happy it's in my neighborhood! I have been here on several occasions and the food is always 1000/10!!! Last nights server Rita was phenomenal! She has such a great personality and service was superb! Can't recommend this place enough!!! read more

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On the nicer end of sports bars. It's cute inside. But their espresso martinis are not good and beer selection is not great. Service is decent. I came late on a Saturday night. I'd try again on a game day. read more

Glad to have a new place in the neighborhood. Wife and I had our meal on their dog friendly patio. The service was good, they are still new and working out some kinks. They need someone to clear the tables on a more regular basis as our desert came out before our plates were bussed. Overall, good experience. Looking forward to our next visit. read more

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Make sure yall go see Rita! She was welcoming, helpful and attentive from the time we sat down until the time we left. The food was fire! But the service we received was beyond anything I have ever experienced. Not to mention it was busy and still had the same energy with every table. Shoutout to Rita, we will be back! read more

If you're ever in the area on a Tuesday or Saturday, go to Pressbox and go find Courtney at the bar to get some amazing cocktails! Great service, great drinks. read more

I live in Dearborn Park and was pleasantly surprised by a reasonably priced chicken sandwich and NO upcharge to get a side salad instead of fries. (the whole menu is reasonably priced) Our service was great and the ambiance was good too. I'm hoping this will be a true neighborhood spot to enjoy for years to come. read more

Neighbor Supporting Local Business: Press Box On Wednesday afternoon my wife and I popped into the Press Box for a refreshing beverage on a hot day. It was our first time going in and we were taken back by how great the interior was decorated and the architectural embellishments are intact. The atmosphere was mature, inviting, and sophisticated but not pretentious. As a mid-forties professional that is super chill, it felt like a third space for me. While the environment is one thing the staff and culture they are building is another. We had the pleasure of meeting Adrienne as our bartender. Adrienne was the most engaging bartender I have had in any establishment in a long time. I had a few simple draft beers, and my wife enjoyed the hand crafted cocktail (Lychee Lavendsr Martini). Adrienne recommended it as her favorite to make and enjoy; my wife now agrees. At any rate we're local Printer's Row gente and while we have many great establishments to support be sure to stop by the Press Box if you haven't already. We'll be back for sure. Stay safe and enjoy the rest of summer neighbors. read more

Pressbox - Lychee Lavender Martini - made by Adrienne at the Press Box - Sports Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been waiting for PressBox to open ever since I first heard a new spot was coming to South Loop, and it definitely did not disappoint. I had the chance to check it out during the soft opening, which was a great experience. They offered a complimentary buffet so the neighborhood could sample items from the menu. I'm a huge Caesar salad person, and the dressing alone sold me. What stood out just as much as the food was the staff. From the servers to the bartenders, everyone was incredibly professional, welcoming, and attentive. I went back last Friday to catch the playoff game, and the vibe was perfect. The restaurant was lively and energetic, but the music was still low enough to actually have a conversation, which I appreciated. This time I ordered the rigatoni with crab (sausage is also an option), and it was excellent. The seasoning was perfect and it's absolutely something I'll order again. For drinks, I tried both the lemon martini and the lychee martini. Both were flavorful and well made, not too strong and not too light. And once again, the service was top tier. I can already tell this is going to become one of my go-to spots when I want to step out for a good drink, a great meal, and good company. read more

Went for Saturday brunch. A short but delicious menu. I had the pancakes which were good, but bacon was the yummiest. Lychee mimosa was very good too, but a little weird that a brunch place doesn't serve coffee. That said, they're fine with you bringing a coffee from across the street. Great service and very pleasant to sit outside under the awning. read more

New place. Service and food was great. But, you are promoting yourself as a sportsbar and so you have to figure out how to show Chicago sports. Went in today to watch Cubs and they couldn't show it. Not good as I can go around the block to 2 or 3 other places and catch the game. read more

The Caesar Salad made my wife sick. Initially, she ordered it with grilled chicken, but the chicken was tough and burnt. They replaced it with shrimp without warning her they were spicy. The menu says there were anchovies in the salad, but neither salad had them on it. I had a smash burger and it was good. Our waitress was PHENOMENAL with her attentiveness and she made our experience tolerable. One of the patrons said that the restaurant has only been opened for three weeks, so I'll attribute this to "growing pains". We had planned on going to a jazz show after dinner, but had to go back to our hotel. I hope they improve!!! read more

This restaurant is a great addition to the neighborhood. Friendly staff, full bar, and a smash burger to die for.