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    Sleeping Village

    4.3 (84 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    SLEEPING VILLAGE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Live music
    Good for groups

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    Laura M.

    Such a lovely cozy spot for a drink. When we popped in they were playing jazz and it was such a welcoming lsid back vibe. The bartenders were helpful and let us sample a handful of beers before we made our drink decision. We didn't stay long since we were just there waiting on table at Warlord. Great selections of beers and sours!

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    Kyle H.

    Darkly lit front bar with great local beer/cider menu, and nice small space in the back for live music. Saw London's Ibibio Sound Machine here this past fall and it was great! Doorman and bar staff were all great- I could have used this place here in 2014-17 when I lived in the neighborhood! Only negative is parking (if driving here) is very hard to find. Sleeping Village for the win!

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    Scott H.

    Perhaps my favorite music room in the city of Chicago at the moment. An utterly unpretentious front room with outstanding libations. And a sonically sensational music room in the back, providing an intimate setting for live shows. Highly recommended.

    Great place to go any night, went out on a Monday and it was karaoke night! Very fun!
    Luis A.

    Very great place to go anytime! Went on a Monday with friend and we had a blast karaoke night!!

    Dog friendly
    Yayo T.

    Dog friendly bar and live venue spot, with a great beer garden. The staff is low key, the bands are bad arse, and the drinks are great. No food, so eat up elsewhere.

    Spent my birthday on the SV patio enjoying a cider and cheese tasting with friends
    K N.

    SV has a beautiful environment, incredible beer and spirit selection, and lovely staff. This is a hidden gem you won't want to miss! The patio is absolutely wonderful during the warmer months, and your dogs will love it, too!

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    Jazz S.

    Wow this place has it all: a classy, dimly lit indoor bar and lounge, a fun stringed lights outdoor patio, and an inner open concert venue! Grab a drink from the bar and proceed back to the show, where the acts were good the night I went. Prices on the show were pretty reasonable too, the drink prices were average. Just remember to bring your vaccination card as they are REQUIRING that for entry!

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    Killer venue! Great bartenders and staff. Will recommend to all. Sound was excellent.

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    Nice ambiance cool lighting really nice people and good drinks that's a reasonable price!!

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    Ask the Community - Sleeping Village

    Are you back open?

    Yes, we are now open Wed-Sat from 5pm-1am, with occasional Sunday hours for special events. We’re… Read more

    Are there heating lamps on the patio?

    Yes, when the weather warrants it, we do have heat lamps on our patio at Sleeping Village.

    Do they have a happy hour?

    I don't think they have an official happy hour, but they do often have specials (like $1 beer night). I hope someone more "official" chimes in on your question!

    Are you allowed to order in food?

    Yes, you may order in food.

    Is there a coat check?

    Sleeping Village does not currently have a coat check.

    Do they have TVs?

    No. Very quiet and intimate in the main bar area.

    Are the concerts standing room only or is there seating?

    Primarily standing with a few benches and seats.

    What's the parking situation like?

    mostly street parking with about 5-6 spaces in the back alley

    Do they allow dogs on their outdoor patio?

    Yes. But only during earlier hours (I think till 5p).

    What is the maximum capacity of this venue?

    350

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    Eris Brewery and Cider House

    (586 reviews)

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    Oh my god. It's always a pleasure eating at eris- lovely staff, great vibes, and that blueberry…read morecider with mosaic hops is LET ME TELL YOU. I got the vegan handheld sausage, and I am having a full on "Harry met Sally" moment with my leftovers right now. That was so good my hands are tingling. I immediately want three more, and I am not generally a very hungry person. Also what are those potato chips? Those are the best potato chips I've ever had. 10/10, will devour again.

    When visiting Eris, it's important to manage your expectations, as it wasn't what I expected. This…read moreisn't a bad thing--it's just a statement of fact. I thought it would be more like a brewery where one could spend some time hanging out and unwinding, a "third-place" kind of spot. When I showed up, I found that while there was a patio, it was the kind where you had to be seated by a host. Thus, unless you are at the bar, spontaneous conversations with strangers are less likely. With that said, Eris is a large brewpub with a full bar, including liquor and cocktails, as well as a robust food menu. Wanting only to try some ciders, I took a seat at the bar. I had the opportunity to try a 5-ounce pour each of the E-Phoria and the Van Van Mojo. Both were tasty. The E-Phoria was on the sweeter side, while the Van Van Mojo was less sweet (though not entirely dry) and unique with the addition of blueberries. Neither was mind-blowing, but both were enjoyable in their own right. The bar service was A-OK, especially considering it was a very quiet night. It was friendly and somewhat attentive. I appreciate that there are some closing-related duties that have to be done, and watching the two patrons at the bar like a hawk might make them nervous. Final Verdict: I think the trick with Eris is not to treat it as a "let me get a beverage and hang out" place, but rather a place for a sit-down meal and drinks. With that, I am hoping to return at some point with an empty stomach. However, to be 100% fair, I am not itching to break down the door and come back.

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    Someone with more brewery knowledge, please keep me honest: this is a microbrewery, right? I'm…read moregoing to operate on the assumption that it is. With that, my experience at Lake Effect Brewing Co. was fantastic. Though their beer menu isn't terrifically vast, they have a solid selection, with some options being delightfully creative! After trying a sample, I ordered a 5oz pour of a watermelon something (forgive me, I don't remember the exact name), a lovely brew that I greatly enjoyed sipping on their patio. Speaking of which, the patio is a surprisingly large and comfortable space. It's perfect for enjoying a cold one, especially when the weather is nice. Whether you're there on your own, with friends, or making brand new ones, the area is ideal! The only thing I'll mention is this: you know how, in a Chicago alley, you're never really alone thanks to the presence of certain 1-lb creatures. Because the patio borders an alleyway, you can't avoid seeing a couple of these guys running along the sides. As for the service, I really appreciated how friendly and welcoming the owner and his colleague were. There was also no problem trying a sample, which may be common in such places, but was nonetheless appreciated. Finally, in a world where everything costs an arm and a leg, I appreciate that their prices are reasonable. One of the things I love about local breweries is that there is always something new to try. With this, plus the friendly, comfy, and low-key vibe, I will absolutely be adding Lake Effect to the rotation of places where I am a regular.

    Lake Effect Brewing lives! After a few years of drinking their fine beers from its old location…read more(including a collab with the venerable Superdawg), we finally visited the relatively new establishment on Milwaukee a few blocks south of Belmont. It's been a boiling hot summer in Chicago this year, but somehow the four of us lucked into a mild August evening to drink beer in its outdoor patio. This time I enjoyed drinking Midnight in London, an amber ale with a spot of Earl Grey tea. Lake Effect has a hookup with Chicago Pickle across the street, so sure enough we enjoyed sandwiches along with the beer. The place is dog-friendly and friendly period - please give Lake Effect a try at the new location!

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    My friend (shoutout to Hunter) has been grilling me to check this place out, and now I totally get…read morethe hype. The service was genuinely friendly, and the ambiance gives off such a welcoming, cozy vibe. There's even a fireplace you can sit by during cold Chicago winters, which is a really nice touch. I sat at the bar, and the bartenders -- honestly, the entire staff -- were super personable. You can crack jokes and they'll play right along with you, which makes the whole experience feel relaxed and fun. I ordered the pulled pork skillet and it did not miss. They make your eggs however you want (within reason), and everything came out perfectly. While not the cheapest in town, the value is absolutely there given the quality of the beers and food -- prices feel totally reasonable for River North. Shoutout to Tessa, Tony, and the whole crew -- they really make you feel like a regular. As Tessa would say: Go Birds!

    Bavarian Pretzel was incredible. Happy Hour beers are a bit of a sham. They have $6 pints, but out…read moreof the ~50 beers on the menu, only 3 of them are pints.... the rest are odd sizes that you'd need to pay full price for. Great ambience for some bar food and an evening of trying unique beers. They have a great hosting space upstairs too for grad parties, work events, etc. Main reason for my lower rating was our waitress was insanely slow for a light Thursday crowd. Waited 20 minutes before seeing anyone after being sat, waited 30 minutes for the check, waited another 20 minutes for her to run the check so we could leave. I've never experience service quite that bad... would recommend sitting at the bar if you have a small party.

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    Irving Park

    If I lived nearby, I would definitely visit OIB at least once per week! For now, I'm settling for a…read morebranded t-shirt and fond memories. At 4pm on a weekday it was already bustling, and this place is popular for good reason! The entire vibe and the staff are just super cool. Even the bathrooms are an experience, with heavy metal music blasting in a way that just adds to the unique charm. To drink, I tried the lucky linny and blood orange sour, which were both fantastic. I'm not typically a huge beer person, but after this visit I'm well on my way to crossing to the other side. For the appetizer, we split the cheese curds. I really liked the Korean inspired twist and the kimchi aioli served alongside. I think it could've used a little more salt and arrived warmer for a nice cheese pull, but otherwise it was enjoyable. I opted for the double cheeseburger as the main event, and it was really well done. The beef was juicy, perfectly cooked, with ample high quality cheese and caramelized onions. I think the sauce could've used an extra something, but overall it was a great burger. Great experience all around. Can't recommend highly enough and look forward to returning soon!

    My friend and I were fortunate to get two seats at the bar because this place was packed at 6:00pm…read moreon the Friday we went. But after settling in, the bartender took care of us, and I very much appreciated the $5 pints on special because most things seemed to cost a few bucks more than it needed to. The Brussels sprouts appetizer was worth it, though. The mac and cheese, even with bacon added, topped out at okay. From at atmosphere standpoint, it definitely the place to be in Mayfair/Old Irving Park.

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