50 Best Bars near Bedford Park

“Magoo's is letting the band Malinche play on August 25th knowing that a member of that band, Calvin Hobbes, is a rapist. Watch out for businesses that won't watch out for you ladies.“

“Highly recommended for first dates, or just going with a group of friends. Been here twice, and everyone there is super friendly, definitely a place to have a lot of laughs and make great memories. 10/10 🙌🏼“

“I've visited Osito's Tap a handful of time, but now I definitely need to be a regular. I was here last night for their Preservation bourbon tasting. It was an enjoyable evening learning and tasting some great bourbon, plus a nice dinner menu created by Osito's Tap very own Executive Chef. I've missed out on similar tastings here before, so I was happy to make this one.

As for the bar itself, it's a speakeasy with a giant Mezcal menu. If you're looking for great cocktails, an easy going spot, and good company. Then this is a place to be at. Definitely a GEM in the Little Village neighborhood.“

“By far the best 🍔 I’ve ever had! The fusion of flavors 🤯“

“it’s a good thing i’m only visiting because they wouldn’t be able to get me out of this place. the shorty smash burger is delicious and so so flavorful. it’s the perfect greasy burger! fries were good too. drinks are amazing! great atmosphere, they had the stanley cup finals on tv. pool table. definitely a gem!!! 🦅🌵🍹🍺“

“I love rainbo club but had a really icky experience there tonight. Bouncer with a “lex” tattoo was a real prick. Snatched my ID out of my hand and literally jabbed it in my face giving it back to me (fully legal age/ID) and was all around really frustrating to all of my friends in line. Maybe just be a tad bit kinder? Or don’t work late night if you get cranky? 😅“

“A great place to have a party, the ambience is great and I will be back here again next time, the drinks and food are delicious too!“

“Thank you for hosting Open Mic night. Wonderful experience. We’ll be back.“

“There aren't many rum bars in the city; so if that's your thing, Queen Mary's has to be on your list. The place isn't big, and you can't make reservations. But I found it cozy, and their staff is AMAZING. I used caps because they have a solid grasp on their selection and made excellent recommendations.

By the way - they serve a wide variety of spirits (not just rum) but I came for the rare bottles you'd be hard pressed to find anywhere. Another thing I liked was the price; all their pours were reasonably priced. Next time I go, I'll try some of their small bites or several items from their cocktail menu.“

“Posto 31 is arguably the best restaurant and ambiance in the La Grange/La Grange park area. The food is consistently high quality at a fair price point. Portion sizes are great and the drinks are delicious.“

“Bring cash. This is a throwback to when I was in my early twenties, but with modern innovations. There's a multi arcade machine, a fruity, banging tunes on the jukebox and people enjoying themselves on a night out together in a good solid funky human way. It was the end point of a big Chicago night and boy oh boy did I have a great mash up.“

“Upscale, elegant atmosphere. Outstanding cocktails.“

“Great vibe! Happened upon it while in Chicago - highly recommend!“

“Top notch service, drinks were phenomenal, and the food simply EXCEPTIONAL. Thank you for the VIP treatment on my Anniversary! You peeps are amazing!“

“Great outdoor spot, great drinks...fun!“

“Bernice's is the best of Real Chicago! Love this place in Bridgeport!“

“My friends and I were able to make a reservation for 12 people here one night. The wine and food are amazing. They were also accommodating for different checks!“

“I left with the biggest smile that a Chicagoan can produce! The drinks… Amazing! The service… Amazing! The bartender who went by the name “ taco ” can make an amazing shot using only simple ingredients that were available at the bar! I will definitely come again; for the service, for the bartender, for the atmosphere… but especially for the football! Go birds! 🦅🦅🦅“

“Great bar with cool atmosphere and drinks. Dark Shadows was playing on the tv. The Electric Funeral cocktail is very tropical but I can’t wait to have the drink in the viper snake glass. Not sure but I think you can buy the glass. Bridgeport favorite Old Style and Malort has its own electric sign. It’s small and gets very crowded on the weekends but Thursday night was very chill so this will be my go to after eating at the Ramova during the week.“

“Fun atmosphere and excellently crafted drinks.“

“A cute corner bar with a patio area and strong delicious drinks. I tried both last word (more savory than sweet) and ginger gimlet (more sweet than savory or tart) and thoroughly enjoy each of them. We love the casual vibes and the bartenders are super chill.“

“BEST Cubano sandwich I’ve ever had in a longgg time! Always love their mahi mahi tacos and Italian beef egg rolls too.“

“Fantastic from start to finish.“

“I came across Archies a few years back while out walking my dog.

Stopped out front to tie my shoe, my dog decided she'd walk in without me which is how I found out the bars dog friendly.

The staff is great, prices aren't bad. Its your typical small neighborhood bar which i why I love it.

Cheese balls too!“

“We loved the place & the food. Wish I had felt like a drink😊Welcoming!“

“An absolute standout in Chicago’s bar scene. From the moment you walk in, the vibe is welcoming and cozy, with a perfect mix of nostalgia and charm. The drinks are expertly crafted, with a creative menu that has something for everyone. The staff is friendly and attentive, making you feel right at home. Whether you're grabbing a casual drink or celebrating a special occasion, this place offers a fun, laid-back atmosphere that makes every visit memorable. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique and inviting spot in the city!“

“Been wanting to try this place for a while, so glad we finally did. It’s true Chicago style tavern pizza. We had the giardiniera dip, Cacio E Pepe, and Hippy Flip pizzas. It’s the perfect amount of cheese (cheese-pull lover here) and the flavors were delicious. We treated ourselves to one chocolate cannoli - so rich but so good. Definitely recommend.“

“Teresa was outstanding great atmosphere“

“Great food, nice place I really enjoy the night“

“Amazing staff! Small hidden gem. Atmosphere is amazing and the drinks are phenomenal. They have specials every day of the week. Amazing ?“

“Awesome Chicago Dogs and atmosphere! Great waitress and warm, cozy and fun atmosphere!“

“Total local joint. Love stopping in when I’m in town“

“We had the most magical evening at After. The food was beyond amazing and the service was top notch. We are still talking about our memorable dinner.“

“Fun pre dinner drink spot in the heart of Fulton market. A little tricky to find so make sure you enter SoHo house from the far right entrance and make your way up the staircase to your right. Then left through the saloon style doors into this tiny bar. Fun atmosphere with a ton of photos and memorabilia on the walls. Be warned there is only seating for about 40 people and it starts to fill up around 6:30. Odd selection of drinks on draft (twisted tea??) and Guinness not served in a Guinness glass but the apricot cocktail was awesome. A little pricey but so is everything in Fulton. Good stop for a date night.“

“Me and my coworker went here after a long trip coming to Chicago. Bartender found out we were from out of town and introduced us to all the regulars. Drinks were amazing. The regulars made us feel very welcome. Will definitely have to stop by again the next time I come to Chicago.“

“The Aviary is all about cocktail presentation, The Office is all about the cocktail itself. Every drink is unique and very well balanced, they also have a massive offering of spirits that are hard to find. The environment is very intimate, dark and relaxed. Perfect for a couple or a maximum group of 4. The mixologists are more than happy to craft a drink for you, they are very knowledgeable and know exactly what to recommend. I 100% recommend this place, specifically for people that enjoy a unique drink. Other notes:
-You should reserve online ahead of time, specifically for weekend visits. Online reservations give you the option of an a la carte experience, an hour experience (comes with 2 drinks/person and 2 small bites), or a tasting menu that includes a taste of their most popular small plates, cocktails, spirits and vintage collections
-If you go during the week, you'll be able to get in without a reservation
-They have small bites only, no full dinne. But dang are those snacks tasty! They have a pizza popcorn that will have you questioning reality. So good!
-As of 2026, their menu did not include zero proof/NA options, but I'm sure they can craft a mocktail if you ask your bartender.“

“i like this place extra because i am polish. bartender laughed at my excitement over my home beer being in the fridge (lone star) and said you can find it anywhere! now listen here willy i love ya but im here to tell you that just ain't true! i been to and from, across this damn nation, and outside of texas i seen it once somewhere in missouri, on the northeast coast at a single live music venue, and here at stella's tap! maybe a couple more but still this is a rare treat for a simple texan like me. thanks for the good times“

“Enjoyed the Christmas pop-up, very festive and the food is fantastic!“

“Nobody can beat the classic pasta dishes at La Scarola. Escarole soup and escarole with beans; they have it and it's excellent. Be sure to save room for dessert; the cannoli is as good as it gets and the best Spumoni anywhere.“

“Love this place❤️so welcoming great drinks,great prices, the environment is so awesome everyone is sooooo nice. They also have banda days which are so much fun. And you guys have to come visit Liz she makes the best drinks hands down. Definitely recommend this bar.“

“Hey Y'all😊

I Went Here Yesterday For My Birthday I Had A Blast Here It was a slow night but you gotta come on fridays weekends chyle.🎊🎉🔥🎂

Even Though I Did Not Get Any Lap Dances I've Attracted & Met Some Amazing Natural Beautiful Dolled Up Women (Baddies), We've Talked Vibed Well I Must Say It was like meeting my bffs for the first time.💃🏼💃🏻🔥💖🌿💚

The Waitress Omg She Was A Natural Spicy Red Head Gorgeous Latina🔥💃🏻❤🌿💚, She Made Sure I was taking care of when it came to food & drink (I Had Their Honey bbq boneless chicken & a sprite with lime in it on the rocks🍸🍯🍗) The Food was very good😋.

The Highlight Of night is when you guessed it the same waitress that served me served me some
More when she got on that pole boxing ring stage & did her thang badd as she wanna be🔥🔥🔥❤💃🏻

Anyway Y'all The place looks really good for a sportsbar stripclub hybrid💃🔥🏉🏀🎼🍸🍲.
The staff were awazing beautiful service all for a Affordable price.💚

Just Beautiful natural sexy badd exotic women. Me gusta💃🏻🔥🌿❤💚.

Oh I will be back for my first lap dance though on periodt i will not give up lol😂

Thank You Chicago Knockouts 💙💖💚“

“Delicious pizza, great food overall, good daily specials. reasonable beer prices and friendly, attentive bartenders! I love this place.“

“The hidden gem of all dive bars, full of history and character. Highly recommended. Cheap beer and great company.

It's okay to bring in your own food, pizza or other take out options. Come one and come all... Chipp Inn is your spot.“

“This was my first time using 99 Haus Balloons for my daughter's 2nd birthday party and they went above and beyond!! Absolutely worth every penny and will be a repeat customer for all my balloon needs! Fabulous service, the product looked amazing and my daughter was in love with the balloons. Everything I could have asked for! So easy to pick up and ready on time. Thank for you such a job well done!! Highly recommend!“

“By far the best bar when it comes to service, they are very attentive and always greet you with a smile! The bartenders are lovely and definitely help create a fun and positive atmosphere🩷 Highly recommend!“

“If you woke up inside the Gold Star and the somebody told you it was 1:30 you’d be hard pressed to know if it was am or pm. This place has a load of personality with zero pretension. It’s a great place to have a beer and just soak up the sights, of which include a creepy and decaying clown head near the back door.“

“I love a cute little bar, and this spot definitely delivers. I’ve been to Inkwell a couple of times now, and it always has such a great vibe cozy, stylish, and just the right energy. The drinks are really good too. I’d recommend getting there early before it gets crowded. Plus, there’s street parking available, which is always a bonus.“

“Don't go looking for frills because they ain't there! Cash only, excellent neighborhood bar!! Cheap beer, great service, and friendly people. Get a parking pass to boot then walk up to the game! I've been going for 20 years and it never fails to disappoint me.!! LOVE IT!!!!!“

“other reviews were spot on. wonderful bar in basement with european neighborhood vibe going on. great looking patio at street level and great food service from associated restraurant at street level. my new go to bar for pre-party for united center events“

“Great atmosphere and staff even on a busy day“