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 🙌🏼“

“Everything about this gem is amazing. The food was delicious. They had a great selection of drinks and cocktails to choose from. If you catch Santana who is a bartender there, he’s super friendly and knowledgeable- as is the whole staff. Modelo on Tap is also just an awesome homage to have for the community.“

“The food is absolutely delicious. The bartender, the blonde short hair girl is super nice and takes care of everything. The menu is small but the most delicious food Ive had. The chicken skewers are mouthwatering and i avoid ordering chicken in restaurants usually. The beans and the garlic rice are amazing. Our tacos were very good too. Just the kitchen was sooooo slow but it was worth it at the end. The music was beautiful too“

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

“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!“

“Great place to get some admin work done for work on your laptop and stuff they have wall outlets you can plug your charger into

Also shout out to the bartender for the screenplay idea and thanks to everyone that was there to help work on the first few pages of a thing I’m writing large credit to them for most of the ideas on paper so to say. Nice lighting for reading things next to the laptop in case you have to take notes for schoolwork or something. They don’t really offer any food but there’s like pizza up the street so whatever and the bartender seems to know his drinks and mixology from the way he handled the in and out busy but quiet service in a fast paced unmannered world of having to do work and your power going out so you have to find a place that can take a laptop charger and a laptop to get work done for work and also help you with side projects about things you’re working or writing about on a friday evening

Also if you leave your card they will hold it for you and let you pick it up later or ID so idk what that says about their security but that’s all I have to really say about this place from my first visit“

“Queen Mary Tavern is an absolute standout, offering a perfect blend of lively atmosphere, exceptional service, and top-notch food and drinks. From the moment you walk in, the welcoming and vibrant vibe makes it clear that this is a place designed for fun, relaxation, and great memories. The staff is friendly, attentive, and genuinely enthusiastic, making every guest feel valued and well taken care of.

The menu impresses with flavorful, carefully prepared dishes that pair beautifully with a wide selection of drinks. Whether you’re enjoying hearty pub favorites, shareable appetizers, or craft cocktails, every item delivers on taste and quality. The presentation is appealing, portions are generous, and the flavors consistently hit the mark. Queen Mary Tavern excels in creating a complete experience—warm, energetic, and satisfying—earning every bit of its five-star reputation. It’s a must-visit spot for anyone seeking great food, drinks, and an unforgettable atmosphere.“

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

“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.“

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

“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.“

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

“Upscale, elegant atmosphere. Outstanding cocktails.“

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

“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! 🦅🦅🦅“

“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!“

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

“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.“

“Stopped in for the first time Saturday late afternoon after having Matchbox on a list of recommendations for a long time, and wow do I wish we had visited sooner. What a great first experience. The vibe was good--chill and friendly, drinks were excellent, and prices seemed fair. But what really made the place where the two excellent bartenders. I think it was Zach, and I forget the other guy's name (sorry), but they were awesome. They both knew their stuff and where super attentive and friendly. They kept the atmosphere feeling light and fun. Good bartenders make such a difference and these two were excellent. I'd highly recommend, and I'd go out of my way to stop in here again. Looking forward to the next visit.“

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

“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!“

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

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

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

“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.“

“We came here after dinner and really enjoyed the experience. It has a speakeasy vibe. Since it was a weekday, there were only a few other people there and we were able to get couch seating. I really enjoyed the intimate and private feel of being there. I would love to go back again, but I expect the prime date nights would be very busy.“

“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“

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

“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.“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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“

“Wonderful staff and friendly“

“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!!!!!“

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

“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!“

“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 💙💖💚“

“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.“

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

“Fantastic from start to finish.“

“We've been coming here since my husband and I moved to the Chicago area in 2018. We even came here on our wedding day. The staff and service are amazing and prices are unbelievable for Chicago. I can't recommend this place enough for Iowa Hawkeye fans or anybody in the Chicago area.“

“Great place food good and good drink for cheap prices. Erin is a great guy and makes everyone feel welcome he cooks good food and makes great drinks“

“Our 1st visit was amazing! Food ✅ Service ✅ Atmosphere ✅ Taking a selfie with owner- Armando ✅ So impressed- loud and crowded AND FUN! Yummy! Thank you Armando Scarola!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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“