My husband and I were seated upstairs for NFL Sunday. Jess was warm, funny, knowledgeable and…read moregenuinely invested in making sure we had a great experience. She asked what we liked, helped us navigate the beer selection and recommended a hazy that was spot on. While we were still talking, our beers magically appeared. She laughed and said, "Welcome to Fatpour. This is the service you'll always receive here." That perfectly captured Jess. She wasn't just doing her job--she genuinely cared. We noticed the same woman constantly jumping in to help the staff. Jess smiled and called her the "captain of this ship." Watching her manager work was just as impressive. She wasn't standing around acting like the boss she was right beside her team bringing drinks, grabbing dishes and helping wherever needed. We asked Jess if she ever felt nervous having her manager around, who we found out is the General Manager and her answer said everything. she loves when her manager is there. She told us her manager supports her, teaches rather than tears people down, and still holds everyone accountable when necessary. Jess told us she has felt supported all around since her first day and that her colleagues have truly become like a family. Honorable shoutout also to the gentleman who was working amongst them with the rad leg tattoo! We dont hope just Fat Pour is here next time we visit but that this same crew is here

Good place to go if you arrive late to the hotel and need a bite to eat. They closed at 2am…read more Your basic bar scene, mult-TV screens with games on. Typical bar food, appetizers, pizza, handhelds, drinks...etc. Nice staff. Food was average. It's not bad but it's not amazing either but it will be satisfied for foods

I LOVED First Draft. If we were locals, this would be our go to place…read more Plenty of comfy seating and a bunch of TVs strategically placed so everyone had a good view. Volume was great...not to loud that you couldn't hold a conversation and not so low that you couldn't hear the music. Excellent selection of draft beers as well as a fully stocked bar with lots of variety. Bar staff was extremely friendly and knowledgeable on offerings. Food was delicious. We split a Chicago Beef sandwich and it was loaded with meat and the perfect amount of cheese and toppings. The fries were nicely cooked and perfectly seasoned. Cool Halloween decorations as well!!

Visiting for game day? Fan of team a team outside area ? No worries…read more My friends, and I visited Chicago for the MNF game. Somehow we happened upon First Draft. Great atmosphere. Friendly staff, and good eats! Visiting for game day? Fan of team a team outside area ? No worries. They put Washington game to on. In my opinion best time to visit would be mid day. I recommend the smash burger or shrimp po boy. Next time i'am up that way, I'll definitely hit this spot up again.

Hidden gem in South Loop. something for everyone on the…read moremenu. feels like home. great service!

Minus one star for the lack of information regarding the cost of cocktails during our event, and…read morethat gimlets were made with a pretty awful mix instead of fresh lime juice. For the price point, couldn't some limes have been juiced and kept on standby for the shift? Food and service for a family-style dinner service for 20+ people was great. We ate our fill of eggplant parmigiana, and red and white pasta dishes. The roast chicken was flavorful and tender. There wasn't enough dessert especially tiramisu to go around, it seemed to be the only item that was a little skimpy in terms of portions. The location had paid street and garage parking nearby - a friend felt that a prepaid parking spot option was an excellent price so they drove in. We did not have individualised dinner, but based on our mini-banquet experience, I can recommend the place and I would eat here again.

Has to possibly be the best South Side rooftop, with an inside and outside bar. It's been a long…read moretime favorite for watching sports and hanging out. Reggie's is best known as the sports bar near the McCormick Center station. For those wanting a dive bar experience, the lower part is pretty cool. The rooftop is where it's at though, so make your way to the upstairs. Back in the day they used to have more specials that brought people in on weekdays at the upstairs bar. It unfortunately doesn't have most of these anymore, and also doesn't seem to have as large as crowds. The last time here there were only a few others on the rooftop. A good thing about that was service was fast. The prices are unfortunately what have increased. It's about $10 for Long Island iced teas, which used to be cheap. These were still pretty strong though. It's about $9 for shareable bites. We got the Hummus. It came with quite a lot to dip. There was a generous amount of pita slices and vegetables. Atmosphere here still is pretty cool. There's a pool table and they still play hip music. Good to use the bathroom before. It's pretty gross, especially the one on the rooftop. The weather can play a part too, as the rain gets in everywhere, including on those at the pool table.

Loud but good service. Mixed crowd. Food was hot and the shrimp platter was good. Burger was NOT…read moregood. Drinks were strong and staff was kind.

A staple in the SouthLoop with the best wait staff in the SL! I miss coming here! A Friday after…read morework watering hole--perfect!

We're back, because we love the craft beer at Kasey's Tavern…read more At first glance Kasey's presents a bit like a dive, but it's end-to-end craft beer and great people! It was nearly full mid-afternoon on a Saturday (Feb 2026) and we were lucky to find an open table! Service was quick and friendly. We had two frosty-cold craft beers: a Half Acre Daisy Cutter and a Deschutes Patagonia. The Daisy Cutter was dark orange, dry and hoppy, a "new" pale ale that is now a classic. The Patagonia was lightly golden, lightly carbonated, sightly sweet and citrusy. Of course we had another round, because we love the beer, the people, and the place :-)

Great Wings, Wonderful Staff, but the Deep Dish Needs Work!…read more Stopped by Williams Inn Pizza & Sports Bar and really enjoyed the cozy, laid-back atmosphere. We even got to watch the Atlanta Dream take the WNBA Finals to Game 7 in the middle of the day, which is a whole other conversation (shame on the WNBA ). First off, the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. I even watched a gentleman send back both his nachos and beef sandwich, and the staff handled it with nothing but professionalism. That kind of patience deserves recognition. Now, the food! I ordered the wing flight for around $17, and those wings were ELITE! Fried to absolute perfection. I personally preferred the dry rubs, but every flavor was excellent. Easily a 10/10, and honestly worth coming back for on their own. We also ordered a house salad, which was perfectly fine. The deep dish pizza was my real mission, though. I ordered a medium sausage and was told it would take about 40 minutes, which was no problem. When it arrived, the cheese pull was fantastic, and I was excited to dig in. Unfortunately, underneath that first slice was an unexpected pool of liquid that completely soaked the bottom crust. Being new to Chicago-style deep dish, I actually asked the gentleman who'd been sending food back whether that was normal. He looked at me and said, "Man, hell naw!" I mentioned it to our server, who kindly took the pizza back and drained it. I appreciated the effort, but the bottom crust had already become soggy. Seems like a wire rack or some additional draining during the cooking process, followed by finishing the pizza directly in the pan to crisp the bottom, might help. The flavor and cheese were there, but the texture really suffered. My ratings: * Wings: 10/10 * Deep dish pizza: 5.8/10 * Service: Excellent! Despite the pizza disappointment, I genuinely enjoyed the visit. The staff was wonderful, the atmosphere was comfortable, and those wings alone are worth another trip. I'd absolutely come back for happy hour and another round of wings!

I like this place! Classy and comfortable. The decor is well done, and casual. The music was just…read morethe right vibe and volume. The kind of place I wish I hadn't been at alone. Was there mid afternoon, so not very busy, but several patrons enjoying themselves. I ordered the small deep dish pizza with pepperoni and onion and a house salad with mushrooms and olives. Salad was fresh and plentiful. The deep dish pizza was very good. I love the sauce. But I could only eat half of it till I was full. Sad I couldn't take it with me since I was headed to the airport after. Service was.attentive. Close to hotels in McCormick Place. If you're in the area, this is a great option for a quality experience.

Always will be the best bar in the South Loop. Best place to…read morecatch a Bears game and are slept on for having some of the best pizza in the area. Vibes are always on point. Can't recommend this place enough. This location gets the NYC Pizza Brothers & Co. Stamp of Approval.

It's been a minute since I've been here and they didn't disappoint…read more We always sit at the bar, and the bartender was great, as usual. Attentive and engaging. The patrons that sit at the bar are always friendly. The food is just like I remember. We had two starters, the meatballs and baked goat cheese. We were pretty full so we split the Ravirogi. As usual, I left a happy camper.

Yes, I sound like a broken record when it comes to praising Weather Mark Tavern! Has become one of…read moremy favorite regular go to places in the South Loop. How can you not love their extensive menu that's affordable and everything is delicious and fresh. I mean look at that fish fillet, steak fries with homemade tzatziki sauce and coleslaw. Every bite is hot and delectable-that crust omg yummm! New waitress Ariel, (sp?) is another wonderful addition to their top-notch service staff. Mark, you run a tight ship and thank you for being the charming captain!

Went here before a concert at Soldiers. First the pros…read more Food was warm and tasty for the most part. Lots of TVs for watching sports. Location is good for a relatively close walk to south end of Soldiers. Now the cons.. It is not that big of a place On days of "events" it is a limited menu When busy the staff is slammed. Didn't get our drinks until our food arrived. Can be VERY loud.

Checked out this hip looking brewery. It certainly is one of the many places to go to in The Loop…read more Industry Ales is a place that has a lot more than just beers, which is a good choice, because there's all kinds of people who crowd in and want to have fun times. Amazing that fun isn't always beers and chugging. The food is actually good and can be talked about in reviews because some people actually come here to eat, which tells you how they actually have a kitchen. Believe everything is good here but we came for the beers of course. It's certainly the main product made here so why wouldn't it be important. They make more than you can believe which is impressive because there's all kinds of crowds who pass through. For sure everyone wants beer. It's $6 a pint at happy hour. Pretty great for craft beers compared to lots of places it seems. Best one we got was the Bucket Hat. This is a Belgian style witbier. Has notes of bubble gum, coriander, and orange. The food isn't an afterthought so get some of that. It's about $18 for a burger. Vegans have options. Certainly one of these is the Veggie Burger. This is an amazing thing with a spinach patty topped with chipotle tomato marmalade, cremini mushrooms, mixed greens, pickled red onions, and sweet potatoes. All on a fluffy ciabatta bun. The rest of the menu contains meaty stuff. For sure it feels like a place for the hipsters but it's pretty great for anyone. It's located at the intersection of Jackson and Wabash close to lots of fun. The brewery has food that's better than expected but many other things about this kind of stuff are typical.

My husband and I came with our daughter here and we were blown away. The atmosphere is really cool…read more We really loved the vibes and the decor. We both got flight flights and then I had a avocado Caesar salad salad with chicken and my husband had a Smashburger. We ordered my daughter chicken burgers and fries of course lol. Everything was delicious and we would 100% go back.

The Game Room is located in a hotel across the street not that far from Millennium Park. So it can…read morebe easy to miss it if you are looking for a sign of the bar. The bar is located on the second floor. It feels more like a lounge than a bar with it low lights but enough to play the games. The bar happy hour choices is not bad if you enjoy a good Ol'Fashion cocktail and a pitcher of beer. They have a couple of bar games and food to choose from. A nice spot for afternoon drinks or after walking Millennium Park.

Perfect spot for a quick drink!…read more We didn't linger too long but a really solid hang before a night out. We played some Skee Ball and had a few Espresso Martinis. It's a lovely building and the interior is very elegant. Would go back!