Fat Cat

4840 N Broadway, Chicago
(773) 506-3100

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Jeffrey Snell

Stopped in for a drink with my wife. It was kind of busy but not overly crowded. No one came to the high top table we were sitting at so I went to the bar to order. Before I could say a word the bartender tells me “Just hold on, we will get to you when we can” in a wildly inappropriate tone as if he was reprimanding me for wanting to spend my money in his bar.
I’ve bartended before (in a much nicer space)& I can see where that kind of tone comes out when people are being rude and demanding. But this, classless jerk had no reason to act that way when all I’ve done is walk up to the bar. If you like that kind of thing go there. You will not see me there ever again.

Service: 1

Scott Swosinski

Perfect place to go before a show at the ballroom around the corner. Come early it gets packed to the hilt. Food is unexpectedly fancy and fast. Appetizer was rueben balls. A bit more meat to make them perfect. Po' boy with shrimp was good, and the pulled pork was excellent. The music was getting us ready for the concert, and the service was tops.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jennifer

The food was great and perfect for sharing. The Sunday mac and cheese deal was totally worth it. It's $7 for the original, with extra toppings available for an additional cost. The atmosphere was very chill and welcoming, making it a great spot for a date or just hanging out with a friend. They also have large booth seating for bigger groups. I can't wait to come back with more friends or family. They do accept reservations, but for a Sunday night it was especially relaxing and quiet.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Terry S

Food was lack luster and service was bad.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Lacey Gorske

Stop here before a concert at the Aragon Ballroom. Place was very busy on concert nights but we were able to get a spot at a community table. Service was amazing quick. Food was great and so were the drinks.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Leela Patel

Had an absolutely lovely dinner here with a friend! Great drink selection and the food was wonderful. Walter was the best- incredibly kind, attentive, and thoughtful service. He even brought us samples of cookie dough from the kitchen! Looking forward to returning soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Logan Juern

Walter is always phenomenal! Excellent food and service!

Service: 5

Charlie Krell

The food and drinks were excellent, had the poutine with pork belly and Reuben balls. Service with Walter was excellent, he made great recommendations and was very attentive!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wyatt Wilson

Right off the bat, Walter was an attentive and consistent server. Making sure we didn't need any thing and that everything came out great. The Rueben balls were tasty (albeit small), the fried pickles were juicy, and the buffalo wings were cooked well. Only preference would be a little more sauce with the wings but otherwise, a great visit, will be back.

Also, forgot my bag on the chair when we left and when I came back, Walter had set it aside for us. 10/10 service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Clay Goodpasture

What an aggressive experience.

​The host with the long hair and beard was incredibly gruff and aggressive from the moment we arrived. He refused to seat us outside and insisted we sit at a booth that was wet and dripping with moldy condensation from the air conditioner.
​After we asked to be moved, he moved us to two other tables that had the exact same issue. This same man was our server, and he continued to be loud and aggressive while taking our order. He even corrected my friend on the drink he ordered and brought the wrong one.
​This is not the service I've come to expect from Fat Cat. The experience was truly awful, and I will not be returning.

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

Melissa Oseguera

My sister and I needed food before the concert. It's a short walk from the Riviera theater. I'm sooooo glad we did it. Love this place!
The ambiance is amazing, service was spot on and the food delicious. We got pickle chips and the chicken pot pie. 🤤🤤🤤I definitely recommend this place

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Zak Holloway

Such a cool place and amazing drinks!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lynn Grosch

Was there 8/15/25 for food before a show. My husband's Wings were not done and had a funky taste. My fish sandwich was ok but asked for extra tartar sauce which I never got. My old fashioned was so strong I could not even drink it. I would probably give it another try if ever in the area again.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 2

Daniel Pederson

Staff were excellent, took good care of us, made sure we didn't sit in the booth with an AC leak over our heads. Pretty quiet when we got there around 9pm, would recommend of looking for a quieter place to chill and drink with friends.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Lewis Lefteroff

I came in just before a show down the street and it was crazy busy. But still, the service was excellent and the food came out super quick - and delicious! The tomato soup wasn't my style - heavy smokey flavor and consistency of pureed tomatoes. Also a little spice I wasn't expecting. But it was well executed - just not my taste. The grilled chicken sandwich was outstanding. Tender and flavorful. And the fries were phenomenal. Ate every last crumb. I'll definitely be back. Atmosphere is nice to - it was really busy and loud, but as the concert crowd cleared out it was still buzzing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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