I walked into this establishment with women pouring shots on top of the bar and it was honestly the best experience on Clark st I've ever had. Karen and Izzy made sure everyone's drinks were full and having a great time. Me and all of my buddies decided to watch the game at the bar and had an amazing g experience- game sound- cold drinks- fun down to earth chicks! I highly recommend everyone comes to this awesome bar! read more

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Been following their fun social media and recently stopped in for Taylor Swift trivia. Had a great time, stopped in this past weekend with a group of friends. Left after one drink due to major concerns. If the owner can please message me to discuss. Thank you. read more

My husband and I love coming here yearly for their fun Elf-themed pop-up. They also have some great holiday drinks to choose from and are on display when you walk in. Our server was amazing and on top of everything. Ordered some meatless nachos that were good. Can't wait until next year to come back. read more

Stretch Bar & Grill - Sports Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Went to the Stretch last Saturday for the first time, me and my friends were there for quite awhile, the bill was very high but that's what I expected for a bar in Wrigleyville. When we asked to close out our tab and received our bill, like most places, they had the suggested tips for 20% 22% and 25%. We decided to tip in cash so we didn't write down the tip on the bill, anyways I noticed a couple days ago that an extra $135 was charged to my card, luckily I took a picture of the receipt to send to my buddy who left early so I could let him know what he owned me, coincidentally the extra $135 added to my total bill was the suggested 20% that was recommended on our bill. Luckily, I noticed and contacted my bank to dispute the added on tip. I tried calling the stretch to talk to the owner but their phone line is disconnected. I didn't even want to write this, but I feel extremely violated, and disgusted by all of this, it's an extremely scummy and certainly illegal thing to do. The sad part is even though the bill was pretty high, I still genuinely enjoyed the place and was even planning on coming back but that's definitely not happening anymore. I don't even know what I want to accomplish by writing All of this, I tried reaching out to the owner, but like I said, the phone line was disconnected. I guess anyone reading this just be careful about going there and make sure you check your bank account the next day if you do read more

Has a great experience at stretch. As Michigan state fans we were excited to be able to snag a table ahead of the game. There was a designated server who was super attentive and sweet (Sloan). She made sure we were taken care of. We ordered some apps and drinks, and my husband and his friends got jello syringe shots for Halloween. They had my fav Prosecco so I was happy about that. For food we got the boneless wings with Jameson bbq. I would definitely go Buffalo next time just bc I'm a spicy gal but they were still tasty. We also got the breaded shrimp and chips n guacamole. I don't try the guacamole but the shrimp was good as well. For dinner, my husband and I split the award winning burger. He insisted we get it medium, so I felt it was overcooked but that's not their fault - it's my husbands preference. The toppings were good and the burger was tasty. We also upgraded to sweet potato fries and they were delish!! Would definitely get again. We will be back for future games! read more

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Went here to watch a Cubs game. The lights were cool and the bartender was really nice. The loaded waffle fries were really good. The Cortland Street burger was just average, but came with LOTS of tots. read more

Stretch Bar & Grill - Loaded Fries (with Waffle Fries) - Sports Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Stretch is one of the very best bars near Wrigley Field. A welcoming staff makes this place feel like home. Quick attentive service in a cozy enviornment. read more

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I would like to start off by saying (Karen & Judith) are amazing no matter how busy it is they make sure everyone I mean everyone is taking care of from getting seated fast to making sure we have everything we need at all times they are working hard. out of all the bars in wrigley this is by far the only one I have felt comfortable in without getting rushed or being treated like crap or even ignored to order a simple meal or drink. And that is why I will be back over and over. They will not only treat you wonderful but they will make you feel like family Me and my group will definitely be back. They definitely made our night to remember read more

Went for Elf'd up and could not have had a worse experience. Waited in line for 1 hour outside with very minimal updates. Seemed like there was no time limit on the tables inside as the line was moving extremely slowly. We finally got to the front, and they said they were REMOVING TABLES on the inside getting ready for the transition to a bar scene, without any forewarning whatsoever, so after an hour waiting for a table our only option ended up being standing at the bar. And to top it off, Buddy wasn't even performing until 8 pm, which was the whole reason we went. Do not get your hopes up for this bar during December! read more

Previously had been here after a Cubs game in the fall. This was my first time going when then was an active theme going on. Prices were transparent and reasonable after the Cubbies game. Decoration and venue is very nice and scenic. Perfect photo opportunities. On this visit, they were prepping for St. Patrick's Day. It was a very cool set-up, inside and out. I can only imagine the fun that will be taking here shortly. We ordered wings which were very good. We finished the whole basket between two girls and sauce was surprisingly spicy. Yum. For drinks we had three cocktails and my friend had a shot. Shot was nothing special. Our bill $86 was very high for what we got. I didn't like how there was no prices on menu. Also I am confident that our server lied about not having any of the special priced beers. I saw several other patrons with the special priced beer. That shit ain't cute. Don't lie to get the tab high. That shit turned me off and I didn't want to order anything else after it was clear she was lying. So then suddenly the specials beers were available. Do better. I would of probably ordered more expensive cocktails but wanted a cheap beer to go with wings. it really wasn't about the money but integrity. The venue turned into a club as we were leaving. Despite having a banging sound system, a clean bathroom...I was ready to go after the server was lying. All in all, I would go back. Can't wait to see what other pop-up ideas they do. This place is dope, service needs to be better but hopefully my next visit I can give an updated rating. My moscow mule was so good and music was fire so I will give it another try. read more

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This place is rocking! Located in Wrigleyville, they blast some epic tunes! We came for lunch before a Cubs game and weren't disappointed. I got a grilled chicken sandwich with their waffle fries and both were tasty. Another table were drinking flights of mimosas and we partied with them for a bit. We had a really good time, I would check this spot out for sure. read more

Stretch Bar & Grill - Grilled chicken sandwich with waffle fries - Sports Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was here for a comedy show. The atmosphere for the show was great and the staff here is very attentive and great. Overall you need to keep in mind where this bar is located so you need to lower your expectations quite a bit based on the people the area caters to (drunk cubs fans and 22 year-olds). My absolute biggest complaint is the price of food. The food was not good. It was okay but in any other neighborhood it would absolutely not fly. Even the chain bulldog ale house in Rogers Park had much much better food for a few dollars less. Overall it was passable but I might consider eating somewhere else and just drinking here. The show and the staff was once again incredible. read more

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You know, as a late 30s person out with his partner before the Cubs game, sometimes you don't want to wait in a long line and get completely sloshed. I mean, sometimes you do, but not all the time. Stretch isn't like a laid back lounge or anything like that - it's still a Wrigleyville bar with the music bumping and the drinks flowing. But it is slightly less crazy than some of the large multilevel sports bar/clubs on the block. Pair a fun vibe with lots of early-mid 2000s music, and attendant staff members and you have a good place to chill before the first pitch. There's a big back room if you want an area to dance, but also some tables around if you're lucky enough to grab one. Obviously there are tons of options in the area, but if you don't want to stand in line for half an hour just to be stuck standing and fighting for a spot at the bar, Stretch is a fine place to be. read more

Great ambiance and atmosphere! Very fun sports bar that has excellent service, food and drinks. Superb place to watch Bears, MSU & UFC.

I used to live in Arlington Heights I would frequent cortlands garage often. The bartender Jimmy informed he was working also downtown at Stretch. Now that I moved downtown I can say that I found my spot Stretch. Jimmy made the experience with me and my friends who came to visit one to remember. Thankful for Jimmy showing me this spot. Finally good people and a great place like Stretch to visit with friends and family! read more

I didn't know friends got free drinks from the bar back.. Being downtown Chicago I didn't think I would be treated like garbage. Bartenders are more worried about their friends and their phones more than anything. I witnesses the bar back handing out more than 10 drinks and also shots on top of that. Plus I don't need a bar back touching my drink!! This bar needs some eyes on it. I shouldn't have to pay top dollar if free drinks are constantly being handed out in front of me from a person that doesn't handle tabs. Get your shit together!!! Don't make me call Jon Taffer on you!! read more

Located in the heart of Wrigleyville on Clark Street in the middle of many bars this small bar in space makes a big impact when it comes to both drink and food. Came for a drink or two before we planned to head out and pub crawl during a recent Cubs game. We found Karen, our bartender and server for the day, was so engaging, warm, and full of enthusiasm that we decided to stay for the entire game. We appreciated the fact that the bar worked to get the game on TV for us since it was being carried by Apple+. During our visit, Karen made a point of introducing us to the Stretch team including Izzy and Pedro ... the three of them and the supporting kitchen staff worked together like a well-oiled machine doing everything in their power to support one another and provide a great time with excellent service to their customers. The food was outstanding ... the $10 beer/hot dog special offered during Cubs games is a deal - especially in Wrigleyville . Fresh cut french fries and a great juicy burger hit the spot later in the day. Will definitely be back. As an aside ... we've been to this bar numerous years in December when it becomes "Elf'ed Up" and they offer specialty winter drinks and food combined with the movie, Elf, theme and it's a blast. Definitely stop by this bar for a great time - food, drinks, atmosphere, and service are worth it - you won't be disappointed. read more

Came in for the Christmas "Elf'd Up" pop-up last month on a Thursday and was really pleased with the experience. The bar really went all-out on festive decoration and menu (i.e.: Buddy's Breakfast Pasta, and festive specialty cocktails). Crowded but not crazy, and with no cover on a Thursday like some of the other Christmas bars, this was a sure hit with our group. Only disappointment is we read about and expected a happy hour / happy hour deals, but it appears it was suspended for the duration of the seasonal pop-up. But $10 for a holiday cocktail and immersive experience was pretty worth it, in my opinion. read more

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Good bar to go after a game in Wrigley if you are looking for something a little less crazy. (One of the few places without a huge line). Kind of a smaller bar w/ not a lot of seating, be prepared to wait for a table (or get there early!!) read more

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best place in wrigley hands down! food, service, and vibes are immaculate. diana, pepe, and rogelio are the reason i come back! read more

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found this amazing little bar near Wrigley, the staff is amazing Karen and Judith are awesome and attentive and as for Pepe everyone needs a Pepe in the life! read more

This review is based solely on Elf'd up, rather than the bar as a whole. It could be because we had just left Santa Baby, but Elf'd up lacks in comparison (but there's no cover). Drinks: the special drinks were small, far from worth $12-13. And they were just alright. But the bartender was more interested in talking to his friends than giving us drinks, so maybe he didn't realize the lackluster drinks he was preparing? Environment: Typical Wrigleyville. If you've been before you know what to expect. Crowded, people dancing, a DJ who plays a wide variety of music, mixed crowd of all ages. Staff: It was a busy night, so no one necessarily went out of their way to be helpful. But they did do a good job going around picking up drinks and empty glasses. Overall it's not a must do in Chicago, but it's a fine bar to visit when in the area. I didn't try the food and this entire experience was around 10 pm the day after Christmas. Again it's not as fancy as other Christmas pop up cars in the area BUT they do have large cut outs from the Elf movie so that's a plus! read more

Attention thirsty people: If you need a drink, as in a really, really big drink, this is the place to go! I never knew I needed a gallon-sized cocktail until I came here. Sure it's $40, and yeah it's mostly ice, but bigger is better! To be responsible drinkers and put down a base before our massive cocktail, we ordered some chips and guac, which were quite tasty. However, as a contrast to the gigantic jar sitting on our table, the portions were pretty skimpy. From the couple of times I've been here, I can say this is one of my preferred Wrigleyville bars, as it's more casual than the loud party atmosphere at most of the others. read more

Stretch Bar & Grill - 128 ounces of fun! - Sports Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Wrigleyville's the place to be, especially when the Cubs are playing at home. I stopped by with some friends after an event for drinks. We orders some guacamole ($7) from the late night menu. It was the good stuff, so order with confidence! The guys I was with saw the giant jar drinks (picture a large pickle jar), so naturally they needed one. They regretted the decision as soon as it was brought out since it's a lot for two guys on a Tuesday. They pushed in though, haha. Lots of options for the contents and you can expect it to be around $40. Music was good (DJ) and the crowd picked up after the game. Our waitress was nice and checked on us as often as she should have/could/we needed. read more

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OMG! What a huge PLEASANT surprise. This place is fantastic. Admittedly, I only picked here because of the name and nostalgia. I'm a big 80's Gen Xer fan. We were going to see the Cubs (visiting from Atlanta) and I just happened to be wearing my Save Ferris shirt. So why not, right?! However, let me say the food and service was A-MAZ-ING. My wife had the BBQ salad. I had Chicken Parm sandwich. Neither of us could finish our food, but it wasn't due to lack of taste. It was delicious. The service was wonderful too. Our server was nice enough to take our photo in Cameron's dad's Ferrari. My only beef was the music was way too loud. Now the setup of the place is more like a bar where you'd go to grab a quick beer before the game starts, but the food and service was on par with any "mid" restaurant (Chili's, Applebee's, Wild Wings, etc.) Give them a try the next time you're at Wrigley. You won't regret it. read more

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Such a fun time! Me and my friends came in for our friends 40th and had a great time. The bartenders were so nice and welcoming. 10/10!

Great service from both Jimmy and Casey last night! Such a fun atmosphere. Great music and company! Will def be back soon

I love a good Christmas pop up bar so of course I had to stop in here after hearing about Elf'd Up. While I think they did a great job nailing the decor (and I loved the Buddy the Elf impersonator that was running around) it probably isn't the best venue for a pop up bar as it was a little small for the amount of people they were trying to get in. I do love that they had the free cookies at 10pm, and it's also awesome that they do a happy hour with half priced drinks and discounted themed drinks. It definitely sets them apart from other Christmas bars. Worth a stop in if you can go during off peak hours, maybe pass if it's a Fri/Sat night. read more

We stopped by to check out the new popup at Stretch. New theme is Ferris Bueller!, (Bueller! Bueller! Bueller!) Save Bueller!! Decor is great with photos, etc, from the Ferris Bueller movie. They even have a young man playing Ferris... ..really looks like Ferris just stepped out of the screen. So many Chicago connections in that movie! Food and drink menus modified to highlight fun moments from the movie. Great food, drinks and service! We will be back! read more

Friendly staff and the loaded tots are the best! Came in from the burbs for the Cubs game today against the Reds. Go cubs go! No Zombie Dust, but they have my second go-to, 312. Goose! read more

Another review of Stretch referenced a lack of integrity- I second that opinion. We did not eat - just came in for 2 beers. The bar was fairly empty at the time (8 pm on a Saturday). Our bill was over $21 for 2 beers. Very disappointing was the fact that a 20% tip was automatically included but that was not mentioned to us when the bill was presented- which also showed "Suggested Tips" of 20, 25 & 30%. If a bar/restaurant is going to include a tip - that information should be verbally shared with the patrons - ideally before they order, but at the very least it should be pointed out when the bill is presented for payment. There are a lot of other bars and restaurants in Chicago and especially near Wrigley- we'll go somewhere else next time we're in the area. read more

Highly recommend this place. Great service and food! Kat the server was also great to work with.

Fairly impressed with the food here. Wasn't expecting much besides cheap booze on game day but the food was good, cheap, and huge portions. Pretty sure no one in my group finished their food. And that's all I have to say about that. Jackée read more

Stretch Bar & Grill - Bloody Mary - Sports Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is my bloody mary holy grail. Thirty two bloody beautiful ounces of tomato-ey goodness that's perfectly peppery and brings me back to life on Saturday/Sunday. The food here is meh with the exception of the fries. This is not my go to place in wrigleyville, but I will always make a special pit stop for a bloody. **one note - sometimes I've come here and the bar is closed during normal operating hours - not sure if a management issue or what but has happened at least twice. read more

"Between two evils, I always pick the one I never tried before." Mae West Choosing a bar in Wrigleyville on a weekend is a bit of a toss up. It's common knowledge bars in Wrigleyville are an embarrassment of riches. Like a couple hundred in a smallish neighborhood. The deciding factor usually is if they have live music or a dj, if there's specials that tickle your fancy, and if there's a cover. No matter which one you choose you'll be ass to ass and it'll be crazy. These factors or fate led us to The Stretch. We found a hi top right in front by the window for prime people watching inside and outside. The crowd was pretty fun and friendly and definitely got wild. A few were crazy with the dance moves (guy kept boogieing then landing in the splits, 2 guys gave lap dances, one person did the Carleton, one girl trying to dance with me slapped my ass twice). The music wasn't bad. Old faves with current hits. The margarita was blah. We also ordered beer buckets. Service was great. The waitresses were good. Shrewdly, they posted a security guy by the bathrooms lines to make sure people moved along. The door man was a giant as tall as a 7 foot tree (I asked him his height). I heard the food is ok from a yelp pal. So I'd go back to try that or just for weekend night fun. read more

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Walking up and down Clark Street looking for a place to eat was not easy. There are so many places to choose from. We chose this place because of Yelp. Thanks Yelp. The food and service both were great! I loved the tater tots! They were super light and crispy. Maybe the best I've ever had. The Don wrap was filled with chicken, cucumber, bacon, lettuce, avocado and was so tasty. One of the best things I ate while in Chicago! My husband had the Ryno (chicken club). He said it was really good too. read more

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Coming from Austin, TX, Kristina and Claudia made our night so fun. The best music and service. The door guy, Dennis, rocks.

Such a great find in Wrigleyville! Coming from the pickiest Nacho eater ever there nachos are delicious! Only thing that would have made them better was if they had salsa and not just pico but it got the job done. We sat at the bar and Ashley took great care of us. She's also the event coordinator if you're ever in need of something for a special event. It's hard these days to sit at a bar and the bartender actually have a conversation with you and not act too "busy". Highly recommend this spot for a quick lunch or some drinks. read more

Stretch Bar & Grill - Best nachos in Wrigleyville! - Sports Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I'm a regular at The Stretch for Michigan State day games, but have yet to experience this bar at night. When you walk in you'll notice how the space "stretches" from the front bar into a back room. My group likes the fact that you can reserve tables ahead of time - this is clutch for big games like the Rose Bowl last year. We also enjoy their $5 mimosa & bloody mary specials during football season. There are tv's everywhere so it's hard to find a bad viewing spot in the whole place. Service is usually friendly and pretty attentive. Get the truffle waffle fries to munch on while watching Sparty crush it - it'll just add to that taste of victory. read more

If you're looking for a mediocre sports bar, this is the place to go! We tried a few of the appetisers they have here and we were not satisfied. The guacamole had a strange flavor to it and everything else felt like it was straight from the freezer. The atmosphere is fine and the beer is typical. I wouldn't be dying to go again, but I wouldn't be opposed. read more